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Features: DVD, Widescreen, Aspect Ratio 1.85:1, English, French, Spanish, Subtitled
Writer/director Randal Kleiser (Grease) creates "a genuine family feeling" (Roger Ebert) with this moving and poignant film about friendship that is especially "brave, funny and heartbreaking" (Rex Reed). Eric Roberts gives a "touching, urgent performance" (San Francisco Chronicle) as part of an outstanding ensemble cast, which includes Margaret Cho, Lee Grant, Gregory Harrison, Marlee Matlin, Olivia Newton-John, Bronson Pinchot, George Segal and Roddy McDowall. Nick's three-year battle with AIDS is about to come to a close. Rather than face debilitation, he chooses to end his life, but first he decides to throw the greatest farewell party of all time. As friends and family gather for this bittersweet celebration, something incredible happens. It's a two-day long, uplifting, outrageous and life-affirming party that is ultimately Nick's final but everlasting legacy.
"Two thumbs up!" Siskel & Ebert
"Quite moving and very funny" Leonard Maltin
"...effective, and affecting, melodrama." James Berardinelli's ReelViews
Editor's Note
When a gay man with AIDS learns he's contracted a brain disease which will quickly worsen his condition, he throws himself a two-day farewell party. Friends and family gather to offer their unique good-byes, the most touching of which comes from the man's former mate.
Plot Summary
Nick Stark, a successful gay architect, has just been diagnosed with full-blown AIDS, and doesn't have long to live. When Nick's healthy lover, Brandon, hears the news, he dumps Nick instantly. | Undaunted, Nick decides to throw a 2-day party, inviting his closest friends and family -- including his father, who disapproves of Nick's sexual orientation. The result is an emotional gathering filled with laughter and tears, as the diverse guests celebrate Nick's life, and come to terms with his illness. | However, Nick knows that his party -- and his existence -- isn't complete without Brandon. But only time will tell if Brandon feels the same way...|
| Features | Deleted Scenes With Director's Audio Commentary | | Photo Gallery | | Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1; French, Spanish Dolby Digital Surround | | Original Theatrical Trailer | | Audio Commentary With Director, Cast And Crew | | Original Featurettes: Behind the Scenes: The Kiss, The Score: Basil Poledouris, Harry Stein's House: Research Tape | | Widescreen Version | | Interactive Menus | | Scene Selection |
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Release Information
| | Studio: MGM |
| Release Date: 12/6/2006 |
| Running Time: 110 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1996 | | Catalog ID: 1003761 | | UPC: 00027616878892 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English, French Dubbed, Spanish Dubbed | | Available Subtitles: English, French, Spanish | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | 1.85:1 |
| Cast & Crew
| Memorable Quotes| "It's my party, and I'll die if I want to!" ---- Nick Stark (ERIC ROBERTS) | | "Is this `The Big Chill' or something?" ---- Monty Tipton (BRONSON PINCHOT), when he sees all the family and friends who have gathered together.|"More like the deep freeze." ---- Nick Stark (ERIC ROBERTS), in response. |
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| | Professional Reviews | Rolling Stone
"...Roberts is electric..." 04/04/1996 p.68Sight and Sound
"...Kleiser, in keeping so firm yet delicate a grip on his own level, has made something shattering to see....[The film] suggests a kind of grace..." 04/01/1996 p.46 USA Today
"...[A] powerful tale....Anchored by Roberts' strong, honest performance..." -- 3 1/2 out of 4 stars 04/01/1996 p.6D Entertainment Weekly
"...Well meaning....A large and highly watchable cast..." 08/16/1996 p.72 Variety
"...An emotionally candid chronicle....Kleiser has managed to construct a tale that's emotionally uplifting and, in moments, inspiring....The lead characters are extremely engaging..." 01/29/1996 Los Angeles Times
"...IT'S MY PARTY is a heartbreaker, a film of naked emotion....Roberts has found a role that contains his intensity and allows him reflective, giving moments of real power..." 03/22/1996 p.F6 Chicago Sun-Times
"...By the end of the film, in a quiet, understated way, director and writer Randal Kleiser has created a genuine family feeling..." 03/22/1996 p.29 |
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