The Amati Girls (2000) 4.3
Director:Anne De SalvoWriter:Anne De Salvo |
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The Amati Girls (2000) 4.3
Director:Anne De SalvoWriter:Anne De Salvo |
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| Cloris Leachman | ... |
Dolly Amati
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| Mercedes Ruehl | ... |
Grace
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| Dinah Manoff | ... |
Denise
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| Sean Young | ... |
Christine
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Lily Knight | ... |
Dolores
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| Lee Grant | ... |
Aunt Spendora
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Edith Fields | ... |
Aunt Loretta
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Cassie Cole | ... |
Carla
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Marissa Leigh | ... |
Laura
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| Sam McMurray | ... |
Brian
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Joe Greco | ... |
Uncle Frankie
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| Matt Winston | ... |
Johnny Barlotta
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| Gary Hershberger | ... |
Kevin
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Anne De Salvo | ... |
Cathy
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| Sal Viscuso | ... |
Father Dedice
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This is actually a rather pleasant picture. Yes it is a major `Chick Flick', but it is well worth the time. I must say that Cloris Leachman as the matriarch of the clan is outstanding. She really shines and is a joy to watch. Mercedes Ruehl as the oldest of four daughters has her best part since Aunt Bella in Lost in Yonkers. She really looks great and has made the transition into playing the older woman part. Sean Young as the next oldest daughter is also outstanding. While she has gained a few pounds since her great days of `No Way Out' or `Fatal Instinct'. Still she is stunning on the screen and the camera seems to eats her up. There is a plot twist in the final 1/4th of the film that I found to be unexpected and it actually helps to tie up all the elements of this film. This is not a great film, but I found it to be quite enjoyable for what it is. As I went to this with low expectations I surprised to find a buried treasure. It is enjoyable and I recommend it to anyone if you are looking for a film with no car chases or gunfire. Take a hint, if you are looking for a "Fight Club"or you think you need an action film do not rent or go to this. Enjoy.