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Dirty Rotten Scoundrels [DVD] [1989]

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  • Actors: Steve Martin, Michael Caine, Glenne Headly, Anton Rodgers, Barbara Harris
  • Directors: Frank Oz
  • Writers: Dale Launer, Paul Henning, Stanley Shapiro
  • Producers: Bernard Williams, Charles Hirschhorn, Dale Launer
  • Format: Anamorphic, Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English
  • Subtitles: Danish, Dutch, English, French, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: MGM Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 9 Jul 2001
  • Run Time: 105 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005KISR
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,901 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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On its original release in 1988, the pairing of Steve Martin and Michael Caine in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels was seen as something of a dream ticket. Viewing the film many years later, that assessment still proves completely accurate: the casting is perfect. American Freddy Benson and Briton Lawrence Jamieson are con men who work the French Riviera--at first as colleagues, later as rivals--praying on rich, gullible women before finally meeting their match. Having spent the decade veering between popular rubbish and low-key quality, for once Caine was able to find a populist vehicle that did justice to his talents. Steve Martin is, well, very Steve Martin but there are few better suited to the visual comedy of his character. The film has an old-fashioned feel (no sex, violence or bad language) and owes much to the earlier period of film humour--it really doesn't take that much imagination to see this as an Ealing comedy. All round, it's a stylish, charming, witty film.

On the DVD: Extras are few, limited to scene selection, subtitles and the very funny trailer. Picture quality is superb, allowing the film's exotic setting to sparkle and there are many scenes of breathtaking beauty. Given that the film is full of fantastic comedy set pieces, the ability to select scenes is a real plus, allowing to the viewer to locate that classic Martin pratfall at the push of a button. --Phil Udell



Special Features

1.85 Wide Screen
16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
DVD 9
French\German\Italian\Spanish
English\German
English
Region 2
Original Theatrical Trailer
Interactive Menu Screens
Chapter Selections
Danish\Dutch\English\French\Italian\Norwegian\Spanish\Swedish
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You can tell they had fun making this film!, 21 Aug 2003
One of the funniest films I have seen and one that I don't mind watching over and over. The script is great, acting and timing superb (especially by Michael Caine) and on site location just adds to the happy ambience of the film. You can tell they must have loved making this film, and that enjoyment is infectious.

What is also particularly interesting about this film is the juxtaposition of American and British humour. You find yourself laughing at both, its something we don't see enough of these days. Hopefully you'll see what I mean. If you have never seen this film, buy it, crack open a bottle of wine/ perefered beverage, take the phone off the hook and enjoy.

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Caine & Martin - What a Pair!, 19 Dec 2008
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is set on the beautiful French Riviera following the life of cunning con-man Michael Caine. His life couldnt be better, a big house, a booming buisness and steady income. All that is ruined when amature Steve Martin comes along and threatens to steal his buisness. In order to keep a close eye on him, Caine takes him under his wing, but when Marting gets a bit too cocky, the two end up wagering where the stakes couldnt be higher - loser leaves town for good.

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a hilariously funny family film. I watched this on a Monday night with my family on Sky Movies and I am tempted to go out and buy it. Caine and Martin both give a brilliant performance, both obviously enjoying doing it. The story was clever with plenty of twists that kept you laughing and wondering which,in my opinion, shows the sign of a good comedy. Overall, a highly enjoyable film that can be watched over and over again. Brilliant!
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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars You can't con a con or con you, 30 Aug 2008
By bernie "xyzzy" (Arlington, Texas) - See all my reviews
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Laurence Jamieson (Michael Caine) is a sophisticated confidence man that has be praying on the Riviera so long that he is even in the good graces of the local law enforcement. He crosses paths with an other "Dirty Rotten Scoundrel" Fred Benson (Steve Martin) who is more on the nickel and dime level. After a fails attempt to shake Fred off Laurence decides to shape him up. Thy have to compete against the unknown predator only known as the jackal.

Can Fred learn the finer points of relieving people of their monetary endowment?

Or will everyone fall prey to the jackal?

They could not have picked better people for the parts as the actors seem to have put a lot of their own personalities into the roles.
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5.0 out of 5 stars As good as ever.
Great easy to watch film with good performances from Steve Martin (despite being American) and Michael Caine (good as ever) Funny in places, clever in others. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Gordon Mackenzie

5.0 out of 5 stars Not Rotten, Not Dirty but hilarious
Having 2 accomplished actors in Michael Caine and Steve Martin play off each other in adopting increasingly ridiculous roles as their characters develop in the movie is simply a... Read more
Published 10 months ago by K. Maloney

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant twist for an ending
Everything clicks in this laugh-out-loud gem. Steve Martin and Michael Caine are in top form as Freddy Benson and Lawrence Jamieson, two con men who agree that this town (on the... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Jay

5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic
When this movie was released, it was panned by the critics (so what do they know?)
It's just a great fun movie. Caine and Martin just "blend" together. Read more
Published on 29 Jul 2007 by ray dorrity

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely funny
The first time I watched this film I noticed there are many similarities between this film and a classical film "Bedtime Story" ,which performed by David Niven and Marlon Brando... Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Low-brow, but still very good
This film has been one of my favourites since seeing it in the theatres as a spotty-faced fifteen year-old. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious
I have always loved this film, and watching it again recetly realised I have actually stayed at the hotel where it is all filmed... Read more
Published on 17 Feb 2002 by graham@mckie.co.uk

5.0 out of 5 stars MICHAEL CAINE & STEVE MARTIN AT THEIR COMEDIAL BEST!!
I love this film! Superb storyline throughout, with some of the funniest moments in comedy i've ever seen! Read more
Published on 20 Dec 2001 by sheepo

5.0 out of 5 stars My favourite film
I'm not a Barry Norman-style film buff - I don't even like sitting through 2 hours of film normally - but this film is about the only one that I can watch time and time again... Read more
Published on 5 Dec 2001 by elisabeth.fallows@tiscali.co.uk

4.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic comedy all the way through !
You will not regret buying this film, a complete laugh-fest from start to finish.

Stars Micheal Caine and Steve Martin as two con men who decide that the French Riviera isn't... Read more

Published on 3 Jul 2001 by ian.cluderay@btinternet.com

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