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Purple Rain | Year: 1984 Classification: Musical Directed: - Albert Magnoli Actors/Actresses: - Prince - Apollonia Kotero A Rock Movie Classic Faces Some Very Real Taboo's It took a viewing of the 'Purple Rain' DVD to really realize<BR>how important this movie is to understanding Prince's world.His<BR>ontage performance in the film exhibit an uncontrollable fire<BR>that few have been able to replicate but the movie itself is a<BR>DRAMA-plain and simple.It revolves around Prince as a conflicted<BR>rock star on the Minneapolis club scene who's confused by tentions within his band,abusive parents and a very sexist additude towards woman,including his sexy girlfriend Appolonia,<BR>whom he at one point actually hits in the film.Is it autobiographical?I don't know but despite some rather quistionable acting on the part of some of the musicians this<BR>movie is an entertaing rock movie AND a poignant ( and sometimes<BR>frightening) anti-abuse film because in the end Prince's abusive<BR>father attemps suiside,Prince learns a lesson about how to treat woman and learns to live with and control his demons.A surprizing film I would rate as such:<BR> BEYOND 5 stars for the music Ditto for the performances<BR> 4 stars for theplot<BR> 1 1/2 stars for some of the acting<BR>Not bad overall! Great movie, but the DVD? POOPSTAR! Okay, okay, okay-- only 3 stars for one of the greatest rock movies ever made... but it received very poor DVD treatment. This was one of the highest grossing theatrical releases of 1984. It took everyone by surprise that summer, and made Warner Bros. a LOT of money. So are there any music videos as bonus materials? NO. Are there any interview clips, new or old? NO. Is there any commentary from director or screenwriter? NO. IS THE MOVIE PRESENTED IN WIDESCREEN FORMAT?? Inexplicably, NO!! This was an OSCAR winning film (Best Song Score). Yes, it is relatively inexpensive, but c'mon-- it could have at least been letter boxed!! The only features are some production notes and a trailer. I wouldn't recommend purchasing this, especially if you already own the VHS version. The movie? For what it is, 5 stars. The DVD? 1 star. I split the difference. Hopefully Warner Bros. will wise up and release all four of Prince's films in a deluxe box set. The last 20 minutes are musical genius! I just recently bought Purple Rain on dvd. It is now my all-time favorite movie!! Prince is one of my favorite artists and I love the messages behind his music. I had the soundtrack way before I saw the movie. So it was more enjoyable to sing along with the songs. I am also going to see Prince in Atlanta on 8/10. I can't wait!! If his performances are anything like on PURPLE RAIN I can't wait. They are completely mesmerizing. I have to say though his music more than made up for his acting skills. Apollonia was delectable and Morris Day was funny and is quite talented himself. But the last 20 minutes after Morris Day performs the Bird is where the real magic happens. I finally understood the message behind the music. PURPLE RAIN was already one of my all-time fave songs, but after his father whot himself in the head, it made it that much more emotional. The guitar riff in that song is the heavens opening up! THere has never been a song more beautiful than PURPLE RAIN then he goes into another one of my faves I WOULD DIE 4 U its also a beautiful song with some of the best lyrics I have ever heard. Even if you're not a Prince fan, watch this movie. It is one of the most important musical movies ever!! You know Prince won an Oscar for the score, plus Grammys so you know it was good. I mean this movie is in a class all by itself just like Prince, in a class all by himself!! Buy Purple Rain at Amazon.com Buy posters at Allposters.com Jamster - the latest ringtones for your phone!  Search with Walhello on the Internet on Purple Rain Search with the Priority Search Engine on Purple Rain This page in other languages: Suomeksi | Nederlands | Deutsch
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