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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Barbra Arrives on DVD, April 6, 2001
This review is from: For Pete's Sake (DVD)
It's nice to see more Barbra Streisand titles appearing on DVD. FOR PETE'S SAKE has arrived and although it is not one of Streisand's "classic" films, it is certainly entertaining -- and the DVD makes this 1970's film look great!For starters, the disk comes with a letterbox presentation on one side and a full-screen presentation on the other. The menu is colorful and a funky 1970's design. The trailers included (WAY WE WERE, PRINCE OF TIDES, and the PETE'S trailer) are interesting. The Talent Files are brief. The colors and clarity of the picture look great to me. As for the film, Barbra is very funny. She's in her fast-talking Brooklynese mode here. The plot is barely realistic, but that doesn't really matter because this is a romantic, screwball comedy. Actually, when you think about it, the story of a wife who prostitutes herself to pay for a loan is quite horrendous. But director Peter Yates somehow makes you forget this -- in his commentary (an extra audio track on the disk) he keeps saying "This movie is entertainment, it's supposed to be fun and not taken seriously." Barbra sings the title song (the lyrics are a bit dated, but the song is fun) and wears a short Jon Peters-designed wig. Look for Barbra's longtime manager Marty Erlichman in a cameo. Also, praise should be given to Gene Callahan's production design. Streisand's apartment (although clearly out of her character's means) is gorgeous! My favorite scene is when Barbra gets licked by the bull while driving a trailer. Barbra's laughs of disgust and amazement are quite hilarious. Enjoy FOR PETE'S SAKE!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
My favorite Streisand comedy, March 3, 2000
I just love this movie.It's still funny after 25 years.The best part is when the Bull and Cows run right through the Movie screen during the Western,and Barbra's shouting,"Girls,come back here." I love Mrs Cherry,and Barbra's try at being one of her call girls.Not only is Streisand one of the greatest singers will ever know,but a great comedian as well. Along with"The Owl and the Pussycat," this is my favorite Barbra Streisand comedy.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
a must see for babs fans & those who love early 70s flicks., October 10, 1999
By A Customer
I have been looking for this video everywhere. I saw the movie years ago and have fond memories of the slap-stick humor of this and other early Streisand movies. (ie: What's up Doc? ) Maybe its the storyline in which young people, in love, struggle with day to day life in the big city and come upon a winfall fortune that enables them to make their dreams come true, riding off into the sunset to live happily ever after....pure escapism at its best...I loved it. HOW ABOUT A SEQUEL? ...but not one that takes itself too seriously, rather, one that is retro to the early, carefree, funny and very entertaining Streisand movies.
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2.0 out of 5 stars
On a night when you have nothing else to do..........
Personally, I wasn't impressed with the flow of the movie. Barbara, of course, was superior even in her early career.
Published on November 16, 2007 by Michael G. Warner
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3.0 out of 5 stars
For Fun's Sake!
Streisand fans have to have this film, in letterbox even. It's a fast paced, fitfully funny and fun, fun, fun movie with Streisand's Henrietta (Henry) playing a homemaker married...
Published on April 10, 2007 by mike kent
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4.0 out of 5 stars
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Published on December 31, 2006 by Jurai's Heir
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1.0 out of 5 stars
One star for Mrs. Cherry the pimp
Only for true blue Barbara fans. Premise: Babs and Pete are supposed to be poor. But, #1 Babs has a maid to clean their apartment.
Published on October 3, 2005 by cigi
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2.0 out of 5 stars
"Don't let him down."
In retrospect, it isn't hard to understand why Barbra chose to make this limp, embarrassingly unfunny farce.
Published on April 5, 2004 by Robert Johnson
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1.0 out of 5 stars
Aptly Titled
Avoid at all costs. Streisand at her most obnoxious, weaker material than a Nick-At-Nite "Facts Of Life" marathon.
Published on November 13, 2002 by jgerren
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3.0 out of 5 stars
For God's Sake!
Okay, what were the film folks thinking with regard to this picture? The commentary by the film's director was fun; the film in two formats was nice; but after almost 20 years,...
Published on April 1, 2002 by gregory d. wirth
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Barbara chewing scenery
This is not one of my favorite Barbara films. It's ok to watch on a dreqary Sunday afternoon. I'd much rather watch "What's Up, Doc?
Published on March 13, 2002 by Paul L. Benedetti
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Great
This is a very funny movie! If you loved "What's Up Doc" you'll love this!
Published on January 22, 2002 by Patrick
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Puerto Ricans Rejoice!
A funny, salty film FOR PETE'S SAKE features one of the funniest scenes in a Streisand film. Henry and Loretta argue over the latter's less than perfect housekeeping abilities...
Published on November 28, 2001
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