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Raising Arizona [Region 2] | ![Raising Arizona [Region 2]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21VY38T2YTL._SL500_.jpg) | Directors: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
Actors: Nicolas Cage, Holly Hunter, Trey Wilson, John Goodman, William Forsythe
Category: DVD
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Seller: johnf14
Rating:  177 reviews
Sales Rank: 242374
Format: PAL
Languages: German (Original Language), English (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), German (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired), German (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 2
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 0519108
EAN: 4010232007704
ASIN: B00005K4NF
Theatrical Release Date: March 13, 1987
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Blood Simple made it clear that the cinematically precocious Coen brothers (writer-director Joel and writer-producer Ethan) were gifted filmmakers to watch out for. But it was the outrageously farcical Raising Arizona that announced the Coens' darkly comedic audacity to the world. It wasn't widely seen when released in 1987, but its modest audience was vocally supportive, and this hyperactive comedy has since developed a large and loyal following. It's the story of "Ed" (for Edwina, played by Holly Hunter), a policewoman who falls in love with "Hi" (for H.I. McDonnough, played by Nicolas Cage) while she's taking his mug shots. She's infertile and he's a habitual robber of convenience stores, and their folksy marital bliss depends on settling down with a rug rat. Unable to conceive, they kidnap one of the newsworthy quintuplets born to an unpainted-furniture huckster named Nathan Arizona (Trey Wilson), who quickly hires a Harley-riding mercenary (Randall "Tex" Cobb) to track the baby's whereabouts. What follows is a full-throttle comedy that defies description, fueled by the Coens' lyrical redneck dialogue, the manic camerawork of future director Barry Sonnenfeld, and some of the most inventively comedic chase scenes ever filmed. Some will dismiss the comedy for being recklessly over-the-top; others will love it for its clever mix of slapstick action, surreal fantasy, and homespun family values. One thing's for sure--this is a Coen movie from start to finish, and that makes it undeniably unique. --Jeff Shannon
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 Raising Arizona February 3, 2010
Arnita D. Brown (USA)
Recidivist hold-up man H.I. McDonnough and police woman Edwina marry, only to discover they are unable to conceive a child. Desperate for a baby, the pair decide to kidnap one of the quintuplets of furniture tycoon Nathan Arizona. The McDonnoughs try to keep their crime secret, while friends, co-workers and a feral bounty hunter look to use Nathan Jr. for their own purposes. A lot of things come together to make this movie highly enjoyable; acting, writing, music, pace and directing. "Raising Arizona" is an enjoyable and funny experience all the way through. Highly recommended.
Great service January 17, 2010
Beck (Middleton, ID, US)
Rec'd product sooner than expected and was exactly as described. Would definetly by from this seller again.
 Eh, what's the big deal January 12, 2010
EugeSchu (WI USA)
The Coen's have a devoted following of which I'm not a part of. I'm going over the hightlights of their oevre to try to make sense of it. This film combines some off-elegant, poetic dialogue juxtaposed with zany comedy theatrics. However, the overall impact of the comedy is moderate at best. Some of the irreverence hits home, but a lot has worn rather tritely. The motiffs praised by some as insightful are rather superficial, providing only a mesotrophic layer of insight. The cheesy furnitures salesman and the B.O. challenged biker were cute though wore-out their welcome. For me, the Coen's are creative without breaking through.
Stealing babies is not funny; or is it? November 17, 2009
Andrew Ellington (Mulholland Drive)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've said this before, and I'll say it again; The Coen Brothers are really a `love em or hate em' kind of duo. Their films are really distinctive all to themselves and run the gamut of over-the-top in a good and a bad way. As the years go by and I see more and more of their films I am coming to the realization that my personal love for them outweighs my hate. In fact, there are only two films they've done that I can think of off the top of my head that I hate (`Intolerable Cruelty' and `The Man Who Wasn't There') and a slew of films that I absolutely love (`Fargo', `Miller's Crossing', `Blood Simple').
That said; `Raising Arizona' may very well be my FAVORITE Coen film!
That may be a pretty bold statement, and quite honestly it may not be entirely accurate (notice I said `may very well be') since I am a huge lover of all things `Fargo' and `Miller's Crossing', but the fact of the matter is that `Raising Arizona' is the Coen's at their finest. It is absolutely hilarious, completely engrossing and it capitalizes off the brother's stylistic incorporation of political humor, dark undercurrents and simple yet uproarious character development.
It is a complete package.
So, I'll be clear and state, as I did in my title, that stealing babies is not funny, at least not when it's showcased on an episode of `Snapped' (OMG did you see that episode?!?!?!), but it is rather hilarious when the crime is committed by Nicolas Cage (in one of his best performances) and the hilarious and totally brilliant Holly Hunter. As love-struck police officer Edwina, Hunter is deadpan brilliance here. Edwina falls for professional (and rather dimwitted) bandit H.I. (call him Hi) when she's booking him. Next thing you know they are married and wanting to start a family. The only problem is that Edwina is infertile. So, instead of thinking of a rational alternative (been there, and rational is not where your head automatically goes) they decide to kidnap one of the highly publicized Arizona babies.
Big mistake.
If you follow my reviews you know that I am not a huge fan of Nicolas Cage. He is a conundrum for me, because when he is good he is REALLY good (look at his marvelous performances in `Adaptation' and `Leaving Las Vegas') but all too often he is just so one-note that I struggle to connect with him. Thankfully he loosens up drastically here and delivers a sharp and hilarious comedic performance. He is matched (and even topped) but the marvelous Hunter, who is comedic gold here. She manages to capture the real maternal instincts without ever overly sympathizing her character's comedic arc. She is supposed to be over-the-top and irrational, and she never loses that.
Supporting players like John Goodman and Frances McDormand are stellar (just STELLAR), but for me it is Trey Wilson who blows them all away with his take on Nathan Arizona, the vengeful father. He is a perfect blend of sarcasm, wit, ferocity and (oddly enough) charm. It's the perfect support to the crazed lead performers.
From start to finish this is one fun, entertaining and rewarding ride that just further proves the fact that these brothers (Coen's that is) know how to make a unique and engaging film!
 I had higher expectations. October 27, 2009
M. Gibson (Cincinnati, Ohio United States)
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
A colleage from work said that this was one of the best movies he had seen unfortunately I cannot agree. I was very disappointed in this movie. ...though I am not much into Nicolas Cage either.
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