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Renaissance Man [Region 2] | ![Renaissance Man [Region 2]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51MHTEB9M9L._SL500_.jpg)
| Director: Penny Marshall
Actors: Danny Devito, Gregory Hines, James Remar, Ed Begley Jr., Lillo Brancato
Category: DVD
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Rating:  60 reviews
Format: Anamorphic, Full Screen, Ntsc
Languages: French (Unknown), English (Unknown), French (Subtitled)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 2
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Running Time: 128 Minutes
EAN: 3357802808264
ASIN: B00004VY59
Theatrical Release Date: June 3, 1994
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Penny Marshall directed this well-intentioned drama-comedy about a middle-aged advertising executive (Danny DeVito) whose heart has never been in his work. Fired for incompetence, DeVito's character is on the skids; but then comes an unusual job offer: Teach a bunch of boot-camp army recruits to read and think. The first-time teacher leads the uniformed men and women to an appreciation of Shakespeare, but he still has to grapple with his own problems with commitment and responsibility. Watching this film is like staring at a pool of broken eggs that never quite becomes an omelet. The story's promise is always there, but the satisfaction never quite comes. Still, there are some nice moments, and the whole thing works better on video than it did in the theaters. --Tom Keogh
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| Customer Reviews: Read 55 more reviews...
 Makes ya think July 4, 2009
Lynnda R. Butler (Fort Lauderdale, Fl)
This is a must see for teachers, especially, who deal with the lower level student. A reminder that just because they don't test well, there is so much more there. It's also a good reminder for those who create first opinions by looks. Look below the surface. Make sure you have tissues at the end....it's a great ending!!!!
Great flick May 23, 2009
Bobbi (Branson, Missouri)
This is my first copy on DVD, however I have gone thru 4 copies on VHS
Renaissance Man DVD May 23, 2009
N. D. Nobbs (Columbia, SC USA)
I've lived on Ft Jackson in SC where this movie was filmed. Very comical, great story and Danny Devito gives an excellent performance!
No such thing as too dumb! April 9, 2009
C. E. Henderson
Renaissance Man is one of the best movies I've seen. Other than some language that was offensive, this has a great message. Not allowing someone to learn or labeling them as unteachable is an evil thing. Leo Tolstoy wrote in his book War and Peace, "All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." To me this includes anyone who has the ability to speak good into the life of another and this is what this movie embodies. I believe it is well worth watching.
great entertainment February 24, 2009
John J. Rienzo (Reading, MA)
Danny Devito plays the part of a "drafted" teacher to a group of disinterested GIs. The interactions of the GIs and the teacher are very real and personal. The teacher carries on inspite of a wide variety of obstacles. Funny, warm and entertaining.
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