Recent Reviews for Don Juan DeMarco
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MCT:September 19, 2008o melhor filme do século!!!! Marlon brando e Johnny Depp junto formam uma maravilhosa dupla. Dom juan é único e o único que realmente entende o universo feminino
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MCT:September 18, 2008Enjoyable, charming and humorour tale which suffers from Jeremy Leven's weak direction in his helming debut. Johnny Depp plays on his looks and quirky charm to make the title character entertaining, and is clearly enjoying working with Marlon Brando, one of his idols - although Brando's magic had somewhat deserted him by this point. Entertaining, but far from great
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MCT:August 24, 2008This was a, ahem, weird movie. Weird cast, weird characters, weird ending...DEFINETLY weird ending...Which is why I like this movie. Weird movie are cool, they are normal for me. Great movie, great story....
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MCT:August 4, 2008OH!!! I am a psych HO, and this movie gives you that psych-iness in spades. Add to that, the romance of it all, and you know I love it. Marlon Brando didn't impress me over-much as a psychiatrist, but the rest of the movie was enough to make up for it.
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MCT:July 11, 2008
A wonderful story of a man and his fasination. Marlon Brando and Johnny Depp had a wonderful spark that intrigued you and had you listening to every word that was in their conversations. Faye Dunaway played a brilliant part and was a wonderful supporting actress. The romance in the movie is magical and their is a little too much profanity for a PG-13 movie but i still love this movie.
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MCT:July 9, 2008
Women you will love it and guys, it's a tutorial for love, look for the hand scene.
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MCT:July 1, 2008
simple, yet complex, and inspiring! i don't like the Don Juan character, but in the end that's not really what this film is about anyway.
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MCT:June 30, 2008
=] I actually love this movie..SO much. It is so sweet. I actually DONT know how to put it =) SO makes me cry when his dad dies....Johnny Depps great in it tbh x
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MCT:June 29, 2008
Funny, very sensual movie. If you're not head over heels about Johnny Depp yet, you're a frickin' rock if you're still not after this movie. (well, maybe applicable to the ladies only)
Marlon Brando was superb as well.
For some reason I really find movies about crazy people extremely entertaining. (I think I should make a list.) -
MCT:June 20, 2008
Saw it few times cuz Don Juan is soooo romantic and handsome. Women were swooned by his affection. I love this movie very much cuz it's the BEST! Also, a funny. Women, u should see this if ur man fails to play a role of being romantic like Don Juan. I've heard about Don Juan in real life. It's true. This is one of my favorite movies all the time.
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MCT:June 5, 2008
I think that this is the hottest Johnny Depp has ever been. [don't get me wrong, he is still smexy as hell!] His accent is just so.....ah!! Its so orgasmic! He is indeed the world's greatest lover. Marlon Brando gave a wonderful performance and that's saying alot seeing as I don't particularly like him all that much.
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MCT: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 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. -
MCT:May 14, 2008
Flimsy film of a mentally-challenged Johnny Depp. But a great inspiration for lust and love, I must say.
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MCT: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, 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. -
MCT:April 21, 2008
Very nice film, a good story and an enjoyable watch... enter the world of psychiatry and human psychology...
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MCT:April 19, 2008
This quirky, romantic comedy remains a gem on the back of its wonderful performances. The sheer joy of watching Brando is almost enough to carry the film.
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MCT:April 18, 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, 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. -
MCT:March 24, 2008
.who better to play the worlds greatest lover than johnny depp. good plot a funny ending a good movie but not the best. loved the accents and don octavio...lol
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MCT:March 7, 2008Not Johnny's best. I'm not too sure where he was planning on going with this one. However, there is something cute and awkward about it, like any other Depp film. Let's just say if this had any other actor the movie would have been a complete failure.
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MCT:March 6, 2008
I'll just be honest. The main reason I saw this was because I wanted to hear Michael Kamen's score. Although Johnny Depp is cool too.
The score is one of Kamen's best, built around a lovely Spanish sounding theme that also serves as the basis for Bryan Adams' excellent song (one of his best, too). There can also be heard during the sword duel some of Kamen's trademarked frenetic action music. Top K-Man scores:
1. The Iron Giant
2. Band of Brothers
3. DON JUAN DEMARCO
4. Brazil
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MCT:March 5, 2008Kinda cheesy and unappealing. I see XboxBojanglz really likes this movie. As seen by his rating it's the perfect movie. I think it's far from it. Johnny Depp was better in 21 Jump Street than he was in this crappy movie. And I don't know about the soundtrack. If it's filled with Bryan Adams songs, forget it. Have you ever really loved a woman, Bryan? Have you? Because if you have, I don't think you'd write such a cliched, creepy song. Yes, we know it worked for "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" but you can't expect the proverbial lightning to strike twice in once place. Boo.
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MCT:March 1, 2008
Not my favorite Depp film but still a good plot nevertheless. It was interesting to learn of the infamous' Don Juan's life, but it was a bit too much of a pure romance film for me. The ending still makes me sad though
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MCT:February 21, 2008
I my opinion this is Johnny Depp's greatest work. If you haven't already watched this movie then drive your ass over to Best Buy and buy it. Oh, and while you're there pick up the sountrack too. One thing MattO forgot to mention was that this movie also stars TALISA SOTO. Sweet Baby Jesus!
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MCT:February 17, 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, 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.. -
MCT:February 16, 2008
Okay, I have a soft spot for this movie - I LOVED the soundtrack and really liked Brando, Dunaway and Depp tearing up scenes.
