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| ACTORS: | Glenn Close, John Malkovich, Michelle Pfeiffer |
| CATEGORY: | DVD |
| DIRECTOR: | Stephen Frears |
| THEATRICAL RELEASE DATE: | 21 December, 1988 |
| MANUFACTURER: | Warner Studios |
| MPAA RATING: | R (Restricted) |
| FEATURES: | Color, Closed-captioned, Dolby, Widescreen |
| TYPE: | Feature Film-drama |
| MEDIA: | DVD |
| # OF MEDIA: | 1 |
| UPC: | 085391187226 |
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Customer Reviews of Dangerous Liaisons
Great Potential Ruined By Mediocre Actors Stephen Frears adaptation of Les Liaisons Dangereuse draws the audience into the amorous intrigues of 18th century France. Although Glenn Close as Marquise De Merteuil and John Malkovich the Vicomte De Valmont deliver impeccable performances as the principal characters, the whole setting is ruined by the simply atrocious performances by Keeanu Reeves and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Reeves and Pfeiffer actually have a lot in common in that their mediocre acting skills undermine the historical setting of the film. As is typical with most method actors, Reeves and Pfeiffer are best at playing their own bland personalities without much creativity: this type of training rarely works in period films as the actor tries to incorporate the character's moods and actions into their own personality as opposed to the other way around. The typical result is that the actor fails to follow the proper idioms, mannerisms, and language of such characters. In short, neither Pfeiffer or Reeves have the tact or skill to play a historical character (This is perfectly demonstrated in Reeve's horrible performance in Coppolla's Dracula.) Typically, successful period films tend to be those who have theatrical actors (i.e. Richard Burton, Alec Guinness, Anthony Hopkins, John Lithgow, James Earl Jones, etc.)
Although I did somewhat enjoy this rendition, I preferred Milos Foreman's "Valmont" with Collin Firth and Annette Benning. The film was more faithful to the cultural sensibilities of 18th century France than Dangerous Liaisons.
a real class act
DANGEROUS LIAISONS is a fantastic character study of the twisted and obsessed. The classic novel translates perfectly to the screen in this adaptation by Christopher Hampton which was taken from his acclaimed stage play.
Glenn Close is mesmerising as the seductive and manipulative woman who challenges the cruel Valmont (John Malkovich) to seduce her naive niece (Uma Thurman). However, Valmont also wishes to seduce and disgrace a remote beauty (Michelle Pfeiffer), totally uncaring and unaware of the tragic outcome that will envelope them both.
The stellar cast also includes Keanu Reeves (THE MATRIX, PARENTHOOD), Swoosie Kurtz (LITTLE GIRLS IN PRETTY BOXES, REALITY BITES) and veteran Mildred Natwick (THE TROUBLE WITH HARRY).
The DVD transfer is gorgeous and has a dynamic 5.1 sound mix that shows off the beautifully dramatic score by George Fenton.
Remade as VALMONT (starring Colin Firth and Fairuza Balk) and CRUEL INTENTIONS (starring Ryan Phillippe).
A wonderful film
Dangerous Liaisons is a lush and lavish glimpse into the lives of the 18th century French aristocracy. The Marquise de Merteuil and the Vicomte de Valmont used to be lovers and are now close friends, a powerful but restrained attraction still simmering between them. They are both twisted people who enjoy manipulating everyone around them, but the foundation of their demise is laid when they make a bet - if Valmont can seduce the virtuous Madame de Tourvel, a married woman of unimpeachable morals, the Marquise will give herself to him for one whole night of romance. What neither anticipates is that Valmont will fall in love with Tourvel, and that the Marquise will become victim to a destructive jealousy.
Glenn Close is marvelous as the depraved Marquise, and ever so subtly reveals to us the insecurities behind the noblewoman's coldly smiling facade. Malkovich proves that a man does not need to be conventionally handsome in order to be seductive; he exudes serpentine charm and masterfully acts out the Vicomte's slow and astonishing change of heart. The dialogue is witty and stirring, and the costumes are candy for the eyes. This was a thoroughly enjoyable film.