Reign Over Me [Blu-ray] | ![Reign Over Me [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51C4wAnt-1L._SL500_.jpg) | Director: Mike Binder
Actors: Rae Allen, Jonathan Banks, Paul Butler, Don Cheadle, John deLancie
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
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Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), Chinese (Subtitled), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Korean (Subtitled), Portuguese (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: Blu-ray
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 124 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 19060
UPC: 043396190603
EAN: 0043396190603
ASIN: B000QFCCRI
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Release Date: October 9, 2007
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One of the first films to examine the aftermath of post- 9/11 New York City, Reign Over Me shows how much even indirect contact with those who lost loved ones in the tragedy can greatly affect. Like rings of debris spiraling out from an explosion, Charlie Fineman's (Adam Sandler) loss also devastates his in-laws, who he refuses to speak to, and ex-college roommate, Alan Johnson. Reign Over Me stars Johnson, a successful dentist with a gorgeous wife, Janeane (Jada Pinkett Smith) and two kids, who finds Charlie reverted back into a teenage wasteland, unable to face his unbearable sadness. Sandler as Charlie looks like Bob Dylan and acts like Dustin Hoffman in his great dramatic performance. Listening to The Who and The Boss through headphones, playing video games, and continually remodeling his kitchen, Fineman's escapism disturbs Johnson, who, in turn, feels squelched by his stiflingly normal lifestyle. As the two reacquaint, Johnson is the only person who can help save Fineman from self-obliteration. The story analyzes Post Traumatic Stress with some accuracy, though excess sentimentality undermines emotional scenes. Survivor's guilt, assessing mental illness, and absolute incapacitation due to grief are all topics covered within the bounds of the enduring friendship forged between these two men. Ultimately, Reign Over Me's message is one of compassion, as a reminder to treat victims of loss with patience and care. But interestingly, it also pays heed to smaller human tribulations, which are obstacles to healing when left untreated. --Trinie Dalton Stills from Reign Over Me (click for larger image)
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Reign Over Me January 6, 2010
Arnita D. Brown (USA)
Former college roomates Charlie Fineman and Alan Johnson meet up again by chance on a Manhattan street corner. Five years after losing his family on 9/11, Charlie--once a successful dentist--has retreated from his life, and Alan is stunned to see the changes in his formerly gregarious friend. At the same time, Alan--who should be enjoying his beautiful wife, children and career--is overwhelmed by his responsibilities. Their rekindled relationship becomes a lifeline for the two men, who are both in need of a trusted friend at this pivotal moment in their lives. The chemistry between Sandler and Don Cheadle will keep you engaged in this movie.
Sandler Succeeds In A More Serious Role January 1, 2010
Philip R. Heath (Hurst, TX United States)
Reign Over Me is the story of Charlie Fineman (Adam Sandler) who lost his wife and three daughters in 9/11. His old college roommate Alan Johnson (Don Cheadle) crosses paths with him years later, but he barely recognizes him. Charlie has quit his dental practice, and he is living in his own world as he tries to forget his family as his way of coping with the pain. Alan catches up with him, and the two begin to hang out. Alan is married with his own family, but he feels smothered by his wife (Jada Pinkett Smith). While they are at very different places in their lives, the both lack a good friend that they can just talk to. That is what propels the story of the movie. I liked they way that the two of them just hung out to have fun and do things. Naturally there is some tension as Alan tries to help Charlie deal with his grief. However, Reign Over Me is a movie that has many laughs in spite of the sad underlying story. Cheadle and Sandler have great chemistry, and the supporting cast brings the goods as well. This is not a typical Adam Sandler movie ala Waterboy or You Don't Mess With The Zohan, but he is great in this setting too. There's not a lot to speak of in the way of extras. There is a jam session where Cheadle plays bass and Sandler plays guitar as they make up a song. The behind the scenes "making of" is interesting as the director gives his take on what he was trying to accomplish with different actors and camera techniques. However, Reign Over Me is a straight ahead drama so there really isn't a lot to delve into in terms of special features. Reign Over Me is a movie that will make you laugh and warm your heart as well. It has a very genuine appeal to it and a compelling story. If you are hesitant because you don't think Sandler can play a more serious role, don't be. Reign Over Me is good stuff.
 What a great film October 14, 2009
Adam T. Weed (Juneau alaska)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This movie was awesome. Great story about friendship! You need to at least rent this baby, it's worth the time.
Everyone processes loss differently September 30, 2009
R. Kyle (USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Some people erect altars to the people who're gone. Others carry those memories in their hearts and see their lost ones in faces on the street, flowers, butterflies. Everyone mourns differently and takes their own time to process those feelings. This film is a tale about deep mourning and learning to respect differences in how people react to shock and tragedy.
"Reign on Me" is a tale of loss and how different people deal with it. Charlie Fineman (Sandler) lost his wife and three daughters on 9/11. His in-laws lost their only child and their three grandchildren.
And that loss still haunts Dr. Alan Johnson (Cheadle) several years later. When he sees a long-haired Charlie on the street, he calls out to his old college room-mate and tries to help. Initially, Charlie doesn't even remember Johnson, but he repeats the college memories like a mantra holding on to one sane part of his life. Johnson's 'safe' you see, he never knew Charlie when he had a family and cannot remind him of his loss and that's how he manages to get in.
But the story's not just about Charlie. Alan Johnson has problems of his own. He won't admit them initially, but he stops and talks to the building shrink every day. He loves being a dentist, but he is tiring of putting veneers in people's mouths. In the end, by reaching out to help a friend, Johnson finds himself and is able to begin healing his own pain.
"Reign on Me" is the finest performance of both Cheadle and Sandler's careers. It's not just a film but an opportunity to explore your own life and grief via the screen. This is definitely a film I would recommend to people who've lost someone they care about when they're ready to watch.
Rebecca Kyle, September 2009
 A perfect bummer of a movie September 29, 2009
Bradley F. Smith (Miami Beach, FL)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Now, who would watch this, really? A former dentist whose family was killed on 9/11 suffers from PTS while Don Cheadle tries to snap him out of it for two hours. There are no laughs, but, strangely, there are no tears here either. It's just an unrelenting downer, though it does have a somewhat Hollywood ending. Sandler's mumbling gets annoying, and when he tries to commit suicide by cop, he still ends up free, which probably would never happen in real life. Watch this if you want to be bummed out for two hours.
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