Marlon Brando, Johnny Depp, Faye Dunaway

A psychiatrist must cure a young patient that presents himself as Don Juan, the greatest lover in the world.

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PG-13, 1 hr. 37 min.

Directed by: Jeremy Leven

Release Date: June 1, 1994

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  • May 18, 2008
    "Every true lover knows that the moment of greatest satisfaction comes when ecstasy is long over and he beholds before him the flower that has blossomed beneath his touch."


    The thought of the monumentally attractive, mighty popular heart-throb Johnny Depp portraying

    ...( read more)the greatest lover of all time isn't too arduous to comprehend. Johnny will be everlastingly considered by many to be the 'Sexiest Man Alive' (voted this title on several occasions); ergo making a film with Johnny playing a charismatic ladies' man was a smart move on the part of the filmmakers.


    Don Juan DeMarco has a stellar reputation with the ladies. Like I previously mentioned, this man is the greatest lover of all time. At the beginning of the movie, a man who professes to be Don Juan DeMarco (Depp) is determined to terminate his life because of how strongly he feels about his true love who has rejected him. This young man is saved by the authorities and relocated to a mental institution to be examined. At the institution he is up for a 10-day examination to be assessed on his mental competence, and if it is safe to release him back into society. For these 10 days Don Juan is sent to psychiatrist Jack Mickler (Brando) who is nearing his retirement. Jack takes on the case; spending lots of time with Don Juan with the hope of uncovering the boy's true identity and curing him of an obvious mental illness. Over the duration of 10 days, Don Juan talks about his life story beginning from early childhood. His sensual, romantic stories inspire Jack to reignite the relationship with his wife Marilyn (Dunaway).


    Don Juan DeMarco is certainly one to approach if you're looking for an atmospheric romantic film. The film has a romantic quality that is irresistible if you're looking for a film to watch with a partner or a date. It successfully sets a whimsically seductive atmosphere through its performances and powerful visual images. It's a great journey to undertake with a great abundance of romantic stories, tongue-in-cheek humour and some extremely charming portrayals.


    I'm positive it goes without saying that Johnny Depp is utterly terrific in the title role. Depp has never been like this before - he's charming and appealing, with an alluring voice. There is no mystery as to why he was cast to play this illustrious character. Because of Depp's great looks one could almost say that he's a contemporary reincarnation of the greatest lover of all time. This would meet with no debate from any of the world's female race, I'm sure. Marlon Brando (R.I.P) is visibly past his prime. Now he is old and hence lacking an overwhelming screen charm. On the contrary he looks the part and never lapses concentration. It has been a long time since On the Waterfront, Apocalypse Now and The Godfather so don't expect his Oscar-worthy skills to resurface. Brando will always be one of the world's much-loved actors due to his past roles that made him a star. Fay Dunaway's performance is average at best. She certainly did what she could; however she failed to engage me in any lines she delivered.


    Don Juan DeMarco is crafted superbly with an accomplished production team. The romantic atmosphere is set by the lavish camera utilisation, solid direction and seductive music. However despite impressive production values, the film bogged severely during its middle section. The film failed to maintain my interest after a solid first half an hour.


    Don Juan DeMarco succeeds in accomplishing a moody love story but nothing more. It's flawed marginally in its story-telling as well as a few members of the cast. Despite a number of shortcomings, this is a film that will certainly be enjoyed by hopeless romantics.
  • May 3, 2008
    This is a sweet, romantic film about Don Juan - the greatest lover of all time. Just that idea of Johnny Depp as Don Juan is perfect in my mind, so I had no doubt that he would again deliver an outstanding performance.

    As I have said, this follows the story of Don Juan DeMarco...( read more), known for his talent of seducing women. Marlon Brando's character in this is a psychiatrist, who has Don Juan as his patient. The story centres around their sessions together and we learn what the psychiatrist learns about Don Juan's past life. The title character in himself is an excellent idea for a movie like this, and I thought it was great to have a lot of the story told through the words and visions of Don Juan.

    Marlon Brando isn't exactly a favourite actor of mine, so for me that was one of it's downsides. Faye Dunaway was pretty average, although she had a small role in this. Overall it is definitely an enjoyable and seductive movie I for one definitely found worth watching. I'd recommend this if you are a Johnny Depp fan, or if you are in the mood for a unique love story.
  • April 19, 2008
    He got range, this was just sad.
  • September 3, 2007
    The movie is OK, but the real prize here of course is Depp.
  • August 26, 2007
    Standard film, mediocre, nothing further, worth one watch or two.
  • November 20, 2009
    An abysmal script and weak performances from the entire cast. It was a complete waste of screen time between Marlon Brando and Johnny Depp, two extremely gifted actors. The story is corny and just idiotic, a complete waste of time.
  • November 19, 2009
    Un diez. Buenisima pelicula. La historia de un hombre que tuvo 1500 amantes.
    Me recuerda las historias de las Mil y Una noches.
  • November 19, 2009
    this is my movie....I love this movie...johnny depp did such an awsome job
  • November 18, 2009
    Johnny Depp alone is an aphrodisiac. This is one of the greatest romance movies out there. It isn't your typical guy falls in love with girl, seduces her by confessing his love, and they live happily ever after.
    It's the story of a man who understands what women want due to ...( read more)a psychological disorder.
    If that's what it takes, I think all men should be mental.
    The dialog alone makes you melt. Must see.
  • October 22, 2009
    Quote:Every true lover knows that the moment of greatest satisfaction comes when ecstasy is long over and he beholds before him the flower that has blossomed beneath his touch.
    It is interesing and has an unexpected plot. I was not even aware that Johnny Depp and Marlon Brando m...( read more)ade a movie together. My favourite chameleon , Depp hypnotically believeable as Don Juan, the world's greatest lover, the legendary 17th-century Spanish lover.
    Of course, it is always good to have the great Marlon Brandon on the screen.
    Guys ought to pay some attention to this movie;)
    Don Juan/Depp quoted: No woman has ever left my arms unsatisfied,"

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