Pollock [Region 2] |  | Director: Ed Harris
Actors: Ed Harris, Marcia Gay Harden, Tom Bower, Jennifer Connelly, Bud Cort
Category: DVD
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Rating:  110 reviews
Sales Rank: 229024
Format: PAL
Languages: English (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired), Czech (Subtitled), Dutch (Subtitled), English (Subtitled), Hindi (Subtitled), Hungarian (Subtitled), Italian (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Original Language), Italian (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Region: 2
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Running Time: 122 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5035822270534
ASIN: B000083EF1
Theatrical Release Date: September 10, 2003
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The long road to Pollock began when actor Ed Harris received a biography of Jackson Pollock from his father, who noticed that his son bore an uncanny resemblance to the artist. Harris's fascination with Pollock matched his physical similarity; the actor chose to direct and star in this impressive film biography. And his devotion assured a work of singular integrity, honoring the artist's achievement in abstract expressionism while acknowledging that Pollock was a tormented, manic-depressive alcoholic whose death at 44 (in a possibly suicidal car crash) also claimed the life of an innocent woman. The film also suggests that Pollock's success was largely attributable to the devotion of his wife, artist Lee Krasner, played with matching ferocity by Marcia Gay Harden in an Oscar®-winning performance. In many respects a traditional biopic, Pollock begins in 1941 when Pollock meets Krasner, who encourages him and attracts the attention of supportive critic Clement Greenberg (Jeffrey Tambor) and benefactor Peggy Guggenheim (Amy Madigan). As Pollock rises from obscurity to international acclaim, Harris brings careful balance to his portrayal of a driven creator who found peace during those brief, sober periods when art brought release from his tenacious inner demons. The film offers sympathy without sentiment, appreciation without misguided hagiography. As an acting showcase it's utterly captivating. As a compassionate but unflinching exploration of Jackson Pollock's intimate world, there's no doubt that Harris captured the essence of a man whose life was as torturous as his art was redeeming. --Jeff Shannon
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 But Who Will Play Ed Harris? December 26, 2009
Kenneth A. Nelson (Pensacola, FL)
I was soooooooooooooooo impressed with all the performances, but I was absolutely bowled over by Ed Harris' interpretation of "Jackson Pollock, the Artist." WOW! I was quite impressed.
If you aren't familiar with "Pollock," the Artist and his Art, chances are that you wouldn't be seeking out his biography, unless you were a fan of and searching for, an Ed Harris film to watch. Personally, I was aware of both, but have to admit I was a fan, more of the latter than the former.
The life of "Pollock" is shown in all the beauty and horror (mostly inner horror) that this troubled Artist experienced. His wife, played by Marcia Gay Harden, was his main support system, both professionally as well as in his mostly alcohol lubricated role as husband.
This was (to me) the strongest part I have seen Mr. Harris perform. I am now researching all of his movies to broaden my experience with his talent.
Pollock,Smallock December 2, 2009
Foggy (USA)
An excellently made film about a disgusting man who some would say is a gifted artist. Sorry, but his life exemplifies a drunkard with psychotic tendencies. The final straw is when he kills one young girl and severly injures another while taking his own life in a drunken accident. If you want two hours of drunken hypocrisy, Pollock is your bag. DRR
Painting a World May 13, 2009
Amaranth (Northern California)
"Pollock" is an underrated masterpiece by actor/director Ed Harris. It is a mesmerizing portrayal of the 20th century's most polarizing artists. Whether you enjoy or dislike Pollock's paintings, this movie is quite moving. Ed Harris studied the character of Pollock deeply--the rough Wyoming artist who hit it big in New York City. He shows Pollock in all his aspects--from an admirable artist to a violent alcoholic to an overweight womanizer. Marcia Gay Harden is equally great as Pollock's pained wife, Lee Krasner.
"Pollock" is not only historically accurate, but authentic when dealing with the characters' emotional struggles. Pollock is not without his faults--alcoholism among them. Harris' real-life wife, Amy Madigan, stars as socialite Peggy Guggenheim, and Val Kilmer stars as Willem De Kooning. Jennifer Connelly appears later as Pollock's much younger mistress, who supplants Krasner in Pollock's passions.
"Pollock" is an artful work, painting on the big screen!
Good Portrait Of A Great Artist & Lousy Person April 10, 2009
Craig Connell (Lockport, NY USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Jackson Pollock was not a likable person. He was an alcoholic, an adulterer, an egotist and simply a plain jerk. He also was a pioneer in the field of modern art, so he became famous and hence, even had this movie about his life. I found it very interesting.
Ed Harris was a good choice for the role. Harris, who looks like Pollock, did a fine job of portraying this "tormented" soul, a word critics love to use for famous artists (see Van Gogh).
****possible spoiler**** This movie actually inspired me to become an artist and I did a handful of Pollock imitations, several of which actually sold for a decent price. I love Pollock's work, and I enjoy character studies of people on film, but this gets a little sordid as the film goes on with a definitely-unhappy ending.
Hat's off to Marcia Gay Harden for her performance as Pollock's wife. She has the New York City accent down pat. She is shown worshiping her husband and it's painful to see her get hurt.
The story is a bit soap operish but if you enjoy art, and especially Pollock's work, you'll find this story fascinating.
EXCELLENT film! Could watch it over and over!!! March 2, 2009
The DVD Collector
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I don't know what the reviewer "Gordon Larko" is smoking. For some reason, he feels compelled to leave the EXACT SAME horrible review and 1 STAR rating for all GAY-THEMED movies. Probably a "personal problem" of his. Hopefully this review will help correct this imbalance. I can't believe AMAZON is allowing this GAY BASHER to use their website as a venue to spread his hate.
By the way, This is an absolutely WONDERFUL movie!
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