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American Pie [DVD] [1999]
 
 

American Pie [DVD] [1999]

DVD ~ Jason Biggs
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (88 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, Thomas Ian Nicholas, Alyson Hannigan, Shannon Elizabeth
  • Directors: Chris Weitz, Paul Weitz
  • Writers: Adam Herz
  • Producers: Chris Weitz, Adam Herz, Chris Bender, Chris Moore, Craig Perry
  • Format: Anamorphic, PAL
  • Language English
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Universal Pictures UK
  • DVD Release Date: 11 Aug 2003
  • Run Time: 109 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (88 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004R7ES
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 25,490 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Anyone who's watched just about any teenage film knows that the greatest evil in this world isn't chemical warfare, ethnic cleansing, or even the nuclear bomb. The worst crime known to man? Why, virginity, of course. As we've learned from countless films--from Summer of '42 to Risky Business--virginity is a criminal burden that one must shed oneself of as quickly as possible. And while many of these films have given the topic a bad name, American Pie quietly sweeps in and gives sex some of its dignity back. Dignity, you may say? How can a film that highlights intercourse with fruit pies, premature ejaculation broadcast across the Internet and the gratuitous "gross-out" shots restore the dignity of a genre that's been encumbered with such heavyweights as Porky's and Losin' It? The plot of American Pie may be typical, with four high-school friends swearing to "score" before the prom, yet the film rises above the muck with its superior cast, successful and sweet humour and some actually rather retro values about the meaning and importance of sex. Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, Thomas Ian Nicholas, and Eddie Kaye Thomas make up the odd quartet of pals determined to woo, lie and beg their way to manhood. The young women they pursue are wary girlfriend Vicky (Tara Reid), choir girl Heather (Mena Suvari), band geek Michelle (Alyson Hannigan) and just about any other female who is willing and able. Natasha Lyonne as Jessica, playing a similar role as in Slums of Beverly Hills, is the general advisor to the crowd (when Vicky tells her "I want it to be the right time, the right place," Jessica responds, "It's not a space shuttle launch, it's sex"). The comedic timing hits the mark--especially in the deliberately awkward scenes between Jim (Biggs) and his father (Eugene Levy). And, of course, lessons are learned in this genuinely funny film, which will probably please the adult crowd even more than it will the teenage one. --Jenny Brown

Special Features
1.85 Anamorphic Wide Screen
DVD 5
English
Region 2
Dolby Digital 5.1 English
Dolby Digital 5.1
Spotlight On Location
Feature Commentary
Out Takes
Theatrical Trailer
Classic Quotes
Production Notes
Cast And Film Makers Notes
English


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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars P I E ! !, 25 Oct 2003
You'll never look at warm apple pie the same way again!

American Pie takes a hysterical look at the goal of four "unlucky in love" high school friends who make the ultimate pact: lose their virginity by prom night. As they try to manipulate their way into the hearts of some of their classmates, their plans often backfire with hilarity. One fails to score with the sexy foreign exchange student and then makes a last ditch effort with a band member who has an interesting way with her flute, while another is so desperate he actually hires someone to give him a "reputation".

Follow the raging hormones of four teenage boys and their girls as they gear up for the most important night of their lives; the prom?

Sit back and enjoy a piece of America's #1 comedy hit! Once you have seen this, you will not wait until you want to see the sequels!

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny, Funny, Funny, Funny, Barf, Funny......., 7 Mar 2000
Some people have stated that this film is the Porky's for the nineties. I disagree, Porky's was unrealistic and daft. American pie, it has to be said, is one of those films which captures the moment precisely and is therefore extreemly funny. The script was written by someone who fully understands the sexual angst that teenagers go through in order to 'come of age'. The whole apple pie scene definitly deserves to enter cinema myth and legend as one of those great funnies, which I'm sure will be copied to death, as will the 'Beer with added extras' scene.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Grab A Piece Of Pie, 11 Sep 2006
By Andrew Kerr (Scotland) - See all my reviews
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Get a piece of the action and grab a piece of pie. This film stars many mainstream actors such as Jason Biggs, Eugene Levy, Alyson Hannigan, Seann William Scott, Tara Reid and many more. American Pie is a comedy that proves that showing potentially real situations and potentially real decisions work and can be hilariously funny. If you haven't already seen this film - where have you been? - and if you have seen it, watch it again, and again as I believe it is great.
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3.0 out of 5 stars A little overrated I think
This film does have a few laughs but it isn't that good, or funny. I can't see why so many people like it. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Sophie

3.0 out of 5 stars pie face
i think the film is good but not as good as band camp or the wedding.

the story line is not as inventiv as the others
Published 20 months ago by Robert A. Abraham

5.0 out of 5 stars Feast on this Pie
The scene is set with all four teenage boys realising that prom night is approaching fast and none of them have become men yet. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mr. William Oxley

4.0 out of 5 stars AMERICAN PIE2
The film is talking about family life in the United States the behaviour about young people towards their parents, their freedom of expression, and the subject of marriage. Read more
Published on 26 April 2005 by COULIBALY

5.0 out of 5 stars American Pie
If you mix some of the most toe-curlingly embarrassing scenes with some of the grossest practical jokes with some of the twee-est and sugary sweet romantic episodes all together... Read more
Published on 24 Jan 2005 by Rich Milligan

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll want to watch this again and again!!
This is one of the funniest films I've seen. Ever. It shows how teenagers really are, horny, desperate, confused and full of abusive language. Read more
Published on 2 Aug 2004 by buffy_harris

5.0 out of 5 stars american pie
this is a great movie, me and my children sit on the sofa in stiches it is a funny film. some of the charictors do the most stupid things, and they get cort doing worse. Read more
Published on 1 Jun 2004 by mike_besk

5.0 out of 5 stars Grossly funny
The first being the most sentimental of the three outings, where Finch first hooks up with Stiffler's Mom and the title for the movie is given its justification. Read more
Published on 28 May 2004 by Grant E. Christopher

5.0 out of 5 stars IF YOU HAVNT SEEN IT....
if you havnt seen it yet, then you must have heard of it!! American Pie followed by 2 other sequals was the beggining of all "teen movies", not only did it start a new cult but it... Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2004 by N. M. D. Lancaster

4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
A word of advise for anyone before watching this movie! It's not for prudes and is not to be taken seriously! Read more
Published on 30 Dec 2003 by lavish_princess_909

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