Camilla | 
| Director: Deepa Mehta
Actors: Jessica Tandy, Bridget Fonda, Elias Koteas, Maury Chaykin, Graham Greene (ii)
Studio: Buena Vista Home Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 61346
Format: Color, Dvd, Letterboxed, Widescreen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 91 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.1 x 0.6
MPN: D18545D
UPC: 717951005595
EAN: 0717951005595
ASIN: B00004RJ72
Theatrical Release Date: November 25, 1994
Release Date: August 13, 2002
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Studio: Buena Vista Home Video Release Date: 01/04/2005 Rating: Pg13
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 Camilla's GREAT!!!! April 28, 2009
JA Moses (Roanoke, VA, USA)
This is a wonderfully cast movie. A delightful story that tells a beautiful, heart-warming story. The cast members that were chosen for the parts could not have been better. Bridget Fonda fits the part perfectly. She is not always cast in a roll that amplifies her talent.
What can I say about the always delightful and talented Jessica Tandy!! At the wonderful age of around 82, wow, she is full of spirit and is sorely going to be missed.
Graham Greene plays an interesting character and is a very fine actor. I last saw him in 'The Green Mile' as Arlen Bitterbuck.
This is a very, very good movie. I highly recommend it.
The Road to Discovery December 20, 2008
Robert Carlberg (Seattle)
This is an attractive little film (Jessica Tandy's last) about two musicians, one old and one young (Fonda), and how they lead each other through a journey of self-discovery. In the beginning both are hamstrung by men (a controlling son and a controlling husband) but by the end both have found ways to set themselves free. Along the way their journey, literally and figuratively, is full of unexpected twists, colorful characters, beautiful scenery and music, and a warm developing friendship between the eccentric but compatible lead characters. The supporting cast, particularly Maury Chaykin as the slovenly porn-producer son, are excellent.
In short, not a blockbuster or an award winner but there are much worse ways to spend an hour and a half.
Camillia the Film was excellent inspiration October 29, 2008
joy gant-denmark (usa)
Camillia was an incredible inspiration and I love Jeccia Tandy and Bridget Fonda so very much as actors and felt inspired and happy to have in my film collection
pleasant surprise October 8, 2007
pebblepuppy (Missouri)
I was channel surfing and came across this movie. I love Bridget Fonda so I starting watching. What a surprise. It was witty, touching, and a little off the beaten path of comedy. The music was enchanting. Now I'm on the hunt for the soundtrack.
Follow the twists and turns on their road to adventure and true love. I'm hooked. Can't wait to see it again.
Enjoy it with a friend.
An Unexpected, Wonderful Breath Of Fresh Air May 22, 2007
L. Shirley (fountain valley, ca United States)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This review refers to "Camilla" - VHS
So, I found this film at a close-out of VHS at my local video store. after reading the blurb on the back of the box, I was expecting something much different. It said if I liked 'Thelma and Louise"(which I love), that I would love this one. Although I became totally enamored of this film, other then two women on a road trip, it was nothing like T&L. I found it much closer to "Boys On The Side'(another fine women's 'road' film of bonding and friendship). But really, can you even imagine Jessica Tandy packing a pistol, holding up a store at gunpoint, or driving off the Grand Canyon, while fleeing the law. I think not.
It's quite a charmer. The story of two women, one in the twilight of her life(Tandy), who is a bit on the eccentric side and has been under the strong thumb of her controlling son(Maury Chaykin). The other(Bridget Fonda) is just starting her life with her husband and finds herself in his shadow, and she feels the need to make her own mark on the world. Both have strong musical backgrounds, and decide to take a trip from Georgia to Toronto to experience a once in a life time concert. Along the way, the meet with all kinds of pitfalls, losing a car, getting taken in by a con, and becoming the objects of a search and rescue mission at the requests of their frantic son and husband. All only serving to make them stronger and their friendship becomes a thing of beauty.They live out their fantasies on their own time schedule, and have a heck of a great time along the way. You can't help but smile and have a great time with them.
From the moment they set off to the tunes of "Born To Be Wild"(a great little reminder of Peter Fonda's great road trip "Easy Rider"), you are rooting for them to fulfill their dreams. The rest of the soundtrack(which I could not find here), is fabulous as well. Director Deepa Mehta has done a fine job of endearing these two women to us, and Jessica Tandy and Bridget Fonda give touching, poignant and funny portrayals. It's a feel good film of following your dreams that will leave you smiling long after the view, and it's one that will stand up to future viewings.
So, I was expecting Thelma and Louise fare, but was pleasantly surprised instead with an unexpected but wonderfully refreshing breath of fresh air, and a beautiful farewell from Miss Tandy.
Oh and I did notice that this is also available on DVD! - Camilla
Go for it and enjoy the ride....Laurie
also recommended:The Stars Fell on Henrietta
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