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Private Valentine: Blonde & Dangerous

Original title: Major Movie Star
  • 20082008
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
4.2/10
4.2K
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Jessica Simpson in Major Movie Star (2008)
When fluffy, bubble gum movie star Megan Valentine suddenly finds herself broke and humiliated in the public eye, she wanders from the wreckage of a car accident and witlessly enlists in the U.S. Army hoping in vain that it will change her life.
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When fluffy, bubble gum movie star Megan Valentine suddenly finds herself broke and humiliated in the public eye, she wanders from the wreckage of a car accident and witlessly enlists in the... Read allWhen fluffy, bubble gum movie star Megan Valentine suddenly finds herself broke and humiliated in the public eye, she wanders from the wreckage of a car accident and witlessly enlists in the U.S. Army hoping in vain that it will change her life.When fluffy, bubble gum movie star Megan Valentine suddenly finds herself broke and humiliated in the public eye, she wanders from the wreckage of a car accident and witlessly enlists in the U.S. Army hoping in vain that it will change her life.
IMDb RATING
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4.2K
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  • Director
    • Steve Miner
  • Writers
    • April Blair(screenplay)
    • Kelly Bowe(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Jessica Simpson
    • Vivica A. Fox
    • Steve Guttenberg
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  • Director
    • Steve Miner
  • Writers
    • April Blair(screenplay)
    • Kelly Bowe(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Jessica Simpson
    • Vivica A. Fox
    • Steve Guttenberg
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    • 22User reviews
    • 15Critic reviews
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    Jessica Simpson
    Jessica Simpson
    • Private Megan Valentineas Private Megan Valentine
    Vivica A. Fox
    Vivica A. Fox
    • Sergeant Louisa Morelyas Sergeant Louisa Morely
    Steve Guttenberg
    Steve Guttenberg
    • Sidney Greenas Sidney Green
    Aimee Garcia
    Aimee Garcia
    • Private Vicky Castilloas Private Vicky Castillo
    Olesya Rulin
    Olesya Rulin
    • Private Petrovichas Private Petrovich
    Keiko Agena
    Keiko Agena
    • Private Hailey Hamamorias Private Hailey Hamamori
    Jill Marie Jones
    Jill Marie Jones
    • Private Connie Johnsonas Private Connie Johnson
    Ryan Sypek
    Ryan Sypek
    • Sergeant Mills Evansas Sergeant Mills Evans
    Cheri Oteri
    Cheri Oteri
    • Private Jeteras Private Jeter
    Gary Grubbs
    Gary Grubbs
    • Captain Greeras Captain Greer
    Bryce Johnson
    Bryce Johnson
    • Derek O'Gradyas Derek O'Grady
    Floriana Tullio
    • Camilleas Camille
    Katie Chonacas
    Katie Chonacas
    • Amberas Amber
    Andy Milonakis
    Andy Milonakis
    • Joe Kiddas Joe Kidd
    Jennifer Finley
    • Doloresas Dolores
    • (as Jennifer Paige Finley)
    Harley Pasternak
    • Tonyas Tony
    Michael Hitchcock
    Michael Hitchcock
    • Nigel Crewas Nigel Crew
    Katherine Owens
    • Stylistas Stylist
    • Director
      • Steve Miner
    • Writers
      • April Blair(screenplay) (story)
      • Kelly Bowe(screenplay)
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    • Trivia
      Was a number one hit at the box-office in Russia.
    • Goofs
      Valentine is shown making up her bunk with proper corners. Later her bunk is shown messed up again, while all the other bunks are made up properly.
    • Connections
      References Pinocchio (1940)
    • Soundtracks
      Crazy Beautiful
      Written by Kirsten Price and Frederick Sargolini

      Performed by Kirsten Price

      Published by Pearson Price Publishing(BMI)Sargolini Publishing(BMI)

      administered by Kobalt Music Publishing America Inc.

      Courtesy of KPI

    User reviews22

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    "Light and fluffy..."
    I grabbed the DVD off of the local Blockbuster new release shelf. One shouldn't judge a book (or film) by the DVD cover, but I guess I'm a sucker for a hot-blonde in military uniform. I knew not to expect too much of it, and, well, that's kind of what the viewer got, but there was a bit more here than meets the eye.

    Years back when Goldie Hawn did Private Benjamin there was a lot of hype about the comic and comedic overtones of "Private Benjamin". But, it turned out to be a serious film with humor sprinkled in here and there. "Private Benjamin" was funny, but it wasn't light entertainment. It had some social commentary and other messages to convey to the audience. In this regard I was personally let down by "Private Benjamin", although I understand it as a quality film, and appreciate it as such.

    "Private Valentine", on the other hand, is cut from a different cloth. It takes the Goldie Hawn film, removes the heavy undercurrent meat and replaces it with a light frothy soufflé. Jessica Simpson doesn't play the heavily laden woman nearing a conjuncture in her life, and is taken in by a more than slick military ad campaign. Simpson's character starts off as a lightweight star who wants to be taken seriously, but is not given the opportunity because of both the roles she's given, and the deeper reason of why she's given said roles. It takes Uncle Sam to turn her into "An army of one", so to speak. And a one-woman wrecking crew she becomes.

    Unlike Private Benjamin, the Cold War is over, so there's no "Red menace" and/or scare to play off of. The sexual tension in this film is kept light and romantic, as opposed to the expose on abuse that Hawn's film portrayed. In short, it's light entertainment. "Private Valentine" is meant to be nothing more than that.

    Having said this, and having a loose and tacit respect for this film, I do admit that it could have been executed better, particularly in the first act. The beginning of the film seems cobbled together, and not thoroughly vetted as it could have been. The whole movie seems to have been a bargain production, though not quite as low as a B-movie extravaganza. As such the exposition and staging are somewhat restrained.

    Jessica Simpson herself is actually quite good in this role. In fact, everyone does a good job, but I was particularly impressed with Simpson's acting ability, and this comment comes from a man who is not one of her fans. There was no heavy emoting to be doe here, but Simpson did show us a diverse set of acting abilities. If the directing had been tightened up a little, then this film, Simpson included, could have really shined and exceeded all expectations.

    As it stands now it's just light entertainment. Don't expect a remake of "Private Benjamin", because it really isn't. It takes the premise of that film, and, in a sense, turns it on its head to create something mildly enjoyable, and not overly wrought with social commentary, drama and character angst.

    Not a great film, but then it was never meant to be one. Just something to watch on a lazy Sunday afternoon. If you go in not expecting too much, then you should be okay with it. The only warning I'd give is that it's a proverbial chick-flick. So, to my fellow testosterone comrades, try not to be overly critical of it.

    Give it a shot.
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    • Why is "Private Valentine: Blonde & Dangerous" listed as "Major Movie Star"?

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    • Release date
      • November 7, 2008 (Bulgaria)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Major Movie Star
    • Filming locations
      • Camp Minden, Webster Parish, Louisiana, USA
    • Production companies
      • BenderSpink
      • DiNovi Pictures
      • Emmett/Furla/Oasis Films (EFO Films)
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    • Budget
      • $30,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $103,971
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 38 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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