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Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Binding: DVD EAN: 0707729130239 Format: Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Widescreen, NTSC Label: Lions Gate Languages: Manufacturer: Lions Gate MPN: D13023D Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: Lions Gate Region Code: 1 Release Date: May 18, 2004 Running Time: 180 minutes Studio: Lions Gate Theatrical Release Date: November 30, 2003 Editorial Review: Amazon.com: Despite charges of character assassination that drove made-for-TV movie The Reagans off CBS's primetime schedule, the three-hour production is actually sympathetic and even generous in its portrayal of Ronald and Nancy Reagan's rise from hard-working Hollywood couple to First Family. Beginning with their first date in 1949, the story establishes parallel dramatic tracks--the Reagans' acquisition of power and remoteness from their children--and never veers from them. The most interesting section concerns crucial political transitions made by the onetime Democratic loyalist and future Republican governor and president (James Brolin), though Reagan is never portrayed as an opportunist with flexible principles. Once more familiar details kick in--Reagan's hard line as California's boss, the presidential campaigns, two terms in the White House, Iran-Contra, etc.--the script shifts focus to Nancy (Judy Davis) and her ascendancy as a fierce player in the doddering Ronald's latter administration. It's all fascinating, and most certainly not a hatchet job. --Tom Keogh Average Rating:
 Rating: - Engrossing but Misses the MarkJames Brolin is incredible in his portrayal of Ronald Reagan. I did not think he would be convincing at first, but within a few minutes into the film, it was like watching the real Reagan! Unfortunately, there is some fire beneath the controversial smoke this movie generated. Judy Davis gives a competent performance, as written, but she is no Nancy Reagan. Her portrayal was too brassy, more of a "Mommie Dearest" and there was clearly a lack of sympathy toward her by the writers. ... Read More Rating:  - A fascinating biopicI'm just about as politically opposite Ronald Reagan as they come, but I really enjoyed this three-hour biopic. James Brolin is a dead ringer for Reagan in every single way, so much so it's kind of scary. Judy Davis also does a very good job at playing Nancy Reagan. Usually one shouldn't expect too much from a made-for-tv movie, but this is one of the ones that got it really right. There were a great script, great acting from everyone, and good production values. As James Brolin says in the ... Read More Rating:  - Brolin Great - Judy Davis suckedI wanted to take this opportunity to compliment to Mr. James Brolin for his performance as Ronald Reagan in "The Reagans." I finally got a chance to see this controversial movie on DVD. Let me state that I have a very high regard for the late President Reagan. I voted for him twice, and I think his Presidency was one of the most positive and relevant in American history. I have read various books on the subject of the Reagan Presidency, including Mr. Reagan's ... Read More Rating:  - Good but not good enoughIf you are a student interested in acting, then I suggest that you watch this movie because the actors did a fairly good job in a difficult protrayal of such famous figures. However, if you are a history student looking for some insight into the Reagans, then this film is not for you. I recommend that you read "Ronald Reagan: An American Life" written by the former president which provides more information concerning the thoughts and policies of the president. Even though the book is an autobiography, ... Read More Rating: - I learn better with documentaries.I did not know much about Reagan except his attempted assassination, his wife consulting astrologers to help in making decisions for the country, Starwar's, his memory problems, Iranian bits and pieces, and the Bitburg incident. The movie filled in some of my gaps so it was a history lesson to some extent, but to me, the movie seemed shallow and forced. As for a review I saw which said how how dare they sour the name of one of the geatest presidents we ever had for instance with the Bitburg incident, ... Read More |
