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Scent of a Woman [DVD] [1993]
 
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Scent of a Woman [DVD] [1993]

Al Pacino , Chris O'Donnell , Martin Brest    Suitable for 15 years and over   DVD
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Al Pacino, Chris O'Donnell, James Rebhorn, Gabrielle Anwar, Philip Seymour Hoffman
  • Directors: Martin Brest
  • Writers: Bo Goldman, Dino Risi, Giovanni Arpino, Ruggero Maccari
  • Producers: Martin Brest, G. Mac Brown, Ronald L. Schwary
  • Format: PAL
  • Language English, French
  • Subtitles: English, German, French, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Dutch, Finnish
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Uca
  • DVD Release Date: 29 Mar 2004
  • Run Time: 157 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004D37I
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 6,864 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Amazon.co.uk Review

Hoo-ah! After seven Oscar nominations for his outstanding work in films such as The Godfather, Serpico and Dog Day Afternoon, it's ironic that Al Pacino finally won the Oscar for his grandstanding lead performance in this 1992 crowd pleaser. As the blind, blunt, and ultimately benevolent retired Lieutenant Colonel Frank Slade, Pacino is both hammy and compelling, simultaneously subtle and grandly over-the-top when defending his new assistant and prep school student Charlie (Chris O'Donnell) at a disciplinary hearing. While the subplot involving Charlie's prep-school crisis plays like a sequel to Dead Poets Society, Pacino's adventurous escapades in New York City provide comic relief, rich character development, and a memorable supporting role for Gabrielle Anwar as the young woman who accepts the colonel's invitation to dance the tango. Scent of a Woman is a remake of the 1972 Italian film Profumo di donna. In addition to Pacino's award, Scent of Woman garnered Oscar nominations for director Martin Brest and for screenwriter Bo Goldman. --Jeff Shannon

Special Features

1.85 Wide Screen
DVD 9
Czech\French\German\Polish\Spanish
English
Region 2
Dolby Digital Surround English French German Spanish\Stereo Czech\Mono Polish
Dolby Digital Surround
Stereo
Mono
Trailer
Production Notes
Cast And Film Makers Notes
Danish\Dutch\Finnish\French\German\Norwegian\Portuguese\Swedish

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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Scent Of A Woman 25 Feb 2005
Format:DVD
I seriously doubt whether there has been a more deserving Oscar performance from a leading actor. Pacino is simply stunning in this virtuoso performance, he dominates the film from start to finish and the act is nothing short of magnificent. Playing retired Army Lt Col Frank Slade, Pacino takes the viewer through a whole range of emotions and feelings, from the dark black humour to tragic despondency; from standing ovation rooting to fatherly love it really does have it all.

Don't get me wrong, the film isn't all about Pacino, a young Chris O'Donnell puts on a great turn as the naive schoolboy and for all of Pacino's dominance of centre stage it's great credit to O'Donnell that his performance also shines.

Both characters are ably supported by a whole host of extras, like O'Donnell's school colleagues who play the rich spoilt arrogant role fantastically well, Gabrielle Anwar as the infamous tango partner who is grace and elegant personified, Leonard Gaines as the Ferrari salesman and I could go on.

The actual film composition is just scene after scene of great drama and emotion and you could pick any one of a couple of dozen of classic moments , just pick your favourite from these perfect instances; Franks and Charles's first meeting, the airplane scene, the Thanksgiving dinner, the school disciplinary council, the suicide attempt and the Ferrari test drive. I could mention several others that are just as good, there really isn't a weak moment in the whole film.

A must for any film fan.

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Hoo-hah! 21 July 2004
By george
Format:DVD
AT last Al Pacino got the Oscar he deserved, and for what is probably his finest performance ever. Yes, in my opinion his performance in Scent of a Woman beats those in Scarface, Dog Day Afternoon, Serpico and even the Godfather Trilogy. This is one of my favourite films of all time, if not my favourite.

Pacino plays a blind retired colnoel, who is miserable, mean, self-centered. When Charlie (Chris O' Donnel is assigned to look after him for Thanksgiving weekend, Pacino takes him to New York, for 'one last tour of the battlefield'. The film is heartwarming, heart braking and hilarious all at the same time (its difficult to believe without seeing the film), as Pacino meets old relatives (who are not too pleased to see him), lives the high life and teaches Charlie about life, booze and women.

The film is basically a two-man story of love and friendship; and is definitely one of the films of the twentieth century. The way it mixes comedy and tragedy is perfect, and strangely there were many moments in the films when you want to burst out laughing, despite feeling sad. Buy it, watch it, love it!

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Powerful 18 Aug 2003
Format:DVD
One of those films that I wish I could watch again as if for the first time. If you are a Pacino fan in the slightest then this is a 'must see' for you!

The 'Tango' scene is definitely one of my all time favourite movie moments, Gabriel Anwar is just stunning!

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Tango
This dvd arrived in time and in good condition. Had to have a copy of this as I only had it on video. A good storyline and a good set of characters. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Owl
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An extremely tiresome film. It's got Chris O' Donnell in it, which arguably should have warned me not to see it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Johns
Excellent film...Poor Blu-Ray
Let me start by saying that this movie is in my favourite top 20 so my star rating is purely on the Blu-Ray product as are all my reviews. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Julian123
A Different Pacino
Pacino's probably my favourite actor, due to his tough guy gangster roles, but this wasn't on my radar. Read more
Published 8 months ago by E. Smith
Pretty close to being a Classic
SO, were do i begin? Pacino, most people complain about his hammy performance but i think it's overall very good. Some scenes he is amazing, but other it's a biut cringey. Read more
Published 9 months ago by George
Fantastic Feel Good Film
Gripping, entertaining, exciting, heartwarming and most enjoyable. After watching it on the tv last week I bought it for a family member for Christmas. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Jenni Wren
Please? I mean, you're just in a slump right now.
Al Pacino plays Frank Slade, a former Lieutenant Colonel who lost his career and his sight due to a stupid accident. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Spike Owen
Excellent Blu-ray release of classic film.
At the time of writing this review this film has been reviewed 30 times but none since this latest re-issue on Blu-ray. Is it worth an upgrade is the acid question? Read more
Published 10 months ago by Nigel Mc
Beautiful movie
It 's amazing package color. It's a great movie with a lot of special features, the sound e imagem was amazing too.
Published 10 months ago by Marcio
bad film
no real storyline and it didn't really get started the best part litterally was the credits at the end, my daughter and i both agree
Published 10 months ago by jackie
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