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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.85:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Anamorphic Widescreen, Booklet, Cast/Crew Interview(s), Commentary, Documentary, Interactive Menu, Making Of, Scene Access, Short Film, Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: A highly original and understated comedy set in London's male escort scene. The smooth and charming Sacha is a favourite among the wealthy but lonely over-50s (his 'regulars' played by Susannah York, Anna Massey, Siān Phillips and Angela Pleasence).When an injury puts Sacha out of action, his younger live-in valet and manager Trevorstands in, with consequences that shake up their closeand dependent partnership." ...The Gigolos
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
caught this film by accident and was entranced by it. nuanced and moving performances from film legends Anna Massey, Susannah York and others, and engaging playful turns from the two male leads whose portrayal of a friendship between men is one of the truest I have seen on film in a long time. The director uses London as a backdrop so effectively that its twilight and early morning face are almost a character in the film themselves.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
An great example of modern indpendent british cinema. very subtle and intelligent humour. oringinal quirky and quintessentially british. as the other reviewer put, the setting really adds to the film, particularly if you're a londoner you can play the "ooh i've been there!" game. contains some elements of lost in translation in it's subtelty, and some nick hornby-esue observations on men, women and how they interact. there's some clips on youtube if you want to get a flavour, or get it from lovefilm if you don't wnaa shell out a tenner. it's new, fresh and you might like it as much as i did.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Obviously, a certain sense of family duty led me to sit down and watch this film, but by the end my interest in my cousins acting ability had been replaced by an interest in how he managed to get so many famous British dames to appear in a film with him. I guess they must have just liked the story: a film premised on two Gigolos competing to service older ladies has undoubted potential for comedy.
But while this could have been played completely for laughs, the film actually presents the comedy alongside the tragedy of Sacha's lifestyle. Really, this film is about loneliness and male relationships. It becomes apparent that Sacha isn't in it for the money, he needs the validation. Charming older ladies is his talent, and it's only when he's doing that that he's happy. Outside of business Sacha has no-one apart from Trevor, and vice versa. The film is about how the dynamic changes when they become adversaries instead of teammates.
The famous dames play their roles to perfection (see the clips) but this film is actually much more than my cousin and a few famous names. Careful Trevor, you're showing me up.
But while this could have been played completely for laughs, the film actually presents the comedy alongside the tragedy of Sacha's lifestyle. Really, this film is about loneliness and male relationships. It becomes apparent that Sacha isn't in it for the money, he needs the validation. Charming older ladies is his talent, and it's only when he's doing that that he's happy. Outside of business Sacha has no-one apart from Trevor, and vice versa. The film is about how the dynamic changes when they become adversaries instead of teammates.
The famous dames play their roles to perfection (see the clips) but this film is actually much more than my cousin and a few famous names. Careful Trevor, you're showing me up.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Bad boys make good films
For me this film captures London like it really is. No red buses and bobby's like the Americans have to use. Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2009 by Mrs. J. M. Quirk
Very entertaining
I really enjoyed this movie. Didn't know a thing about it before I sat down on a Saturday night with a bottle of red. Read more
Published on 20 Mar 2009 by A. J. Kelly
Perhaps I'm being too harsh...
I liked this movie. The relationship between the two male leads is realistic and there are some genuinely funny moments. Read more
Published on 20 Mar 2009 by Terry Shuttleworth
Great movie for a saturday nite
Really enjoyed this film, easy watching, excellent camerawork, refined casting, definitely one for the collection.
Published on 20 Mar 2009 by D. Wilson
Beware!
If you are expecting the cast to live up to its headliner, then you will be disappointed. The DVD case gave me the impression that Susannah York, Sian Philllips, Angela Pleasence... Read more
Published on 16 Mar 2009 by Suzi
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