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The Hudsucker Proxy | 
| Directors: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Actors: Tim Robbins, Paul Newman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Charles Durning, John Mahoney
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
List Price: $14.98
Buy Used: $6.75
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Rating:  106 reviews
Sales Rank: 3655
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Hifi Sound, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 2
Picture Format: Array
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 111 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.6 x 0.5
MPN: WARD13166D
ISBN: 079074077X
UPC: 085391316626
EAN: 9780790740775
ASIN: B00000ING2
Theatrical Release Date: March 11, 1994
Release Date: May 18, 1999
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Condition: Excellent Condition! Complete with case and artwork.
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com essential video
The Coen brothers (Raising Arizona, Fargo) have become the most consistently original filmmakers in the land. In a salute/reworking of the fast-talking comedies of the '40s, we follow Norville Barnes (Tim Robbins) and his amazing rise to the top. But he's only a puppet for the evil Sidney J. Mussburger (Paul Newman), who wants the company for himself. The Coens' design is the real star, and their first big-budget film will stimulate movie fans. The story weakens in the middle, but you will find very few films that move with this much imagination. As a Kate Hepburn hybrid, Jennifer Jason Leigh is wonderful in an almost unplayable role. The less you know about the film, the better it plays, so just think of it as How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying mixed with Brazil and every journalistic drama made before 1960. Cowritten by Sam Raimi. --Doug Thomas
Product Description
They thought he was a fall guy. But he threw them for a hoop. The chairmans plan was to put a ding-dong at the head of hudsucker inc. then snap up the stock at a bargain price when it falls. But the plan didnt count on the fool chosen. Mailroom flunkie having an idea of his own. Its called the hula hoop. Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 06/07/2005 Starring: Tim Robbins Jennifer Jason Leigh Run time: 111 minutes Rating: Pg Director: Joel Coen
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| Customer Reviews: Read 101 more reviews...
 Sucker for Hudsucker November 23, 2008
Sleepy Jim (Santa Cruz, CA United States)
This is the hidden gem of the Coens' ouevre - arguably on a par with Lebowski. Tight, witty, darkly humorous dialogue and outstanding performances by Tim Robbins, Paul Newman, and especially Jennifer Jason Leigh - with smaller, yet essential, roles by Charles Durning and Bruce Campbell. Even a peek of Steve Buscemi. Great score, fabulous art direction, and writing credits shared by the Coens and Sam Raimi. Buy it, and watch repeatedly.
 On time and in good condition November 2, 2008
P. Anderson
This product was delivered on time, I think it actually might have been a little early. It was also in very good condition when it got here. The disc had no problems.
 OK comedy for casual viewing. Rent it, or buy it cheap. July 14, 2008
M. Votruba
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a light comedy good for casual viewing. I picked it up on suggestion from a friend. My cost to buy was about what I'd pay to rent it, so I just got it. It has its moments. If you don't set your expectations too high, you'll like it.
Best freaking movie ever. June 4, 2008
G. Berger (New York, NY United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
There are only a few people who can capture late 30's camp this well, and the Brothers are among those people. It's witty, quick and endearing. I love Tim Robbins and Leigh is incredible (and hot) throughout the whole movie. AND... it's got Bruce Campbel in it... for any of you fans out there.
Be Prepared for a Very Fun Movie April 6, 2008
E. Drake (Northeast, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The "Hudsucker Proxy" is without a doubt, very fun. With their first comedy since "Raising Arizona", the Coen Brothers create a highly stylistic film. In terms of this style, two adjectives come to mind to describe the whole feel of this film, surreal and comic book-like. I would go as far as saying that this film is the most stylistic of the Coen Brothers first six films, because these two adjectives (surreal and comic book-like) penetrate every angle, character, facial expression and word.
Why you will like this movie: (No Major Spoilers)
1.)Paul Newman (of "Cool Hand Luke", "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid", a dozen other great films, and delicious "Newman's Own" food products) is in it.
2.) Tim Robbins is in it.
3) In the very beginning a man climbs his desk, runs and leaps to his death out of his office building.
4.) There is a battle between good and evil (Newman's Henchman and the Clock Tower worker).
5.) A hysterical scene of children mesmerized by a little boy using the Hula Hoop for the first time.
6.) Fast talking New Yorkers.
7.) Excellent movie sets.
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