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| CATEGORY: | DVD |
| DIRECTOR: | Roger Spottiswoode |
| THEATRICAL RELEASE DATE: | 01 January, 1994 |
| MANUFACTURER: | Image Entertainment |
| MPAA RATING: | NR (Not Rated) |
| FEATURES: | Color |
| TYPE: | Feature Film-drama |
| MEDIA: | DVD |
| # OF MEDIA: | 1 |
| UPC: | 014381902921 |
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Mesmer This historical drama about Dr. Mesmer of Vienna (mesmerism) is only mildly rewarding, because it doesn't take a stand on the question: Was he a genius or a con man? It is frustrating to see several major events in his life played out, only to be left wondering....and not really caring. Maybe he was a misunderstood healer, ahead of his time. Or, maybe, he was a slick operator who tried to fool his clients. Unfortunately, this movie never resolves the question. Alan Rickman is terrific, as always, and I recommend this film to his fans.
Mesmer
I was, um, mesmerized, by this dreamy and stylish film... Actually, the softly-delivered and naturally-spoken lines add to the intimate feel of the film. All one has to do is pay attention, and most of the dialogue is quite understandable... Alan Rickman is the sexiest actor on any stage or screen. His silky, sultry, seductive voice is perfect for Mesmer. As Dr. Mesmer Alan Rickman radiates scads of "animal magnetism". This skilled actor gives a deep, thoughtful performance of his conflicted and unusual character; people who are used to one-dimensional characters and shallow acting just won't get the message. If you like interesting and slightly odd art films, Mesmer is for you. If you prefer TV and ordinary Hollywood pap, this film will probably confuse you.
Another great film for Rickman
...okay, I am biased. I love everything Alan Rickman has done. I did do investigation of Mesmer before watching the movie in order to know what type of character he was portraying. The entire subject was intreguing. It brings to light the inadequancies of medicine during this time. The lack of common sense is appalling. BLEEDING people??? I don't think so. He brought to light the connection between a person's body and mind. Making them work together. The blindness of Maria Theresa, obviously a result of her fathers physical abuse of her at an early age, was sad because he could have cured her, but she was taken away by the money grubbers too soon. Yes, I was enthralled and hated to see it end.