DVDs Levine Lab LV2310
The DVDs listed here are available at the Levine Campus Language Lab.
DVDS 1 OPEN YOUR EYES (Spanish sound with ENG subtitles)
In this steamy, intriguingly complex, psychological thriller the line
between reality and fantasy is hopelessly blurred. 117 minutes, rated
R
DVDS 2 HAPPENSTANCE
(French sound with English subtitles)
A
coincidental romance about six complete strangers affected by chance
encounters during the course of one event-filled day: A charming and
clever story about the "what if's" of life and love. 97 minutes,
rated R (nudity)
DVDS 3 THE
CLOSET (French
Soundtrack & English subtitles)
French humor, which isn't exactly subtle, is
delivered via an especially broad premise in The Closet. A nebbish
(Daniel Auteuil) who works at a condom manufacturer learns he's about to be
fired; with the help of his neighbor, he pretends to be gay so his boss
can't fire him without seeming prejudiced. Then a bigoted coworker (Gerard
Depardieu) tries to worm his way into the nebbish's good graces because he's afraid of being fired. In the wrong hands, The Closet could
be ham-fisted slapstick. What makes this movie truly delightful is the
superb understatement with which every gag is handled; even the sight of
Auteuil wearing a giant condom tip on his head has an impeccable deadpan
grace. All the performances are excellent; Depardieu's smarm is particularly
delicious. Each scene takes a new twist of social discomfort and
befuddlement in this winning comedy. 85 minutes.R.
DVDS 4 AMELIE (French with Eng. or Spanish subtitles)
Nominated for 5 Academy Awards including
Screenplay. This magical comedy met overwhelming acclaim nationwide.
A shy waitress working at a tine Paris café makes a surprising discovery and
sees her life drastically changed for the better! She dedicates
herself to helping others find happiness...in the most delightfully
unexpected ways!
But will she have the courage to do for herself what she has done for
others? 122min.
DVDS 5 ALL ABOUT
MY MOTHER (Sp with Eng/Fr Subtitles)
1999 Pedro Almodovar film; winner of Oscar for best foreign
film. Tragedy strikes hardworking mother and nurse when her
beloved son is killed in a car accident. A screwball melodrama with plot
twists....a real stunner. 102 minutes, R.
DVDS 6 Johnny
100 Pesos (Sp Sound. & Eng Subtitles)
1993
Based on a true story, an explosive thriller that tells
the story of a misguided teenager who commits his first armed robbery with four small-time criminals. Their surefire plan
immediately goes wrong and escalates into a hostage situation. In true tabloid style, the standoff with the police turns into a
media circus. 95min. NR
DVDS 7
Nine Queens (Sp.sound Fre & Eng subtitles) 2002
A heist flick/thriller...world of
suspicion, betrayal, and intrigue, where two small-time drifters team up to
pull of a big-time score involving a set of valuable counterfeit stamps
known as the Nine Queens. 115min. R
DVDS 8 SON OF THE
BRIDE (Spanish sound with FRE / ENG subtitles)
A heartwarming
story of love and the appreciation of life. Argentinean film,
nominated for an academy award for Best Foreign Language Film. 124 min. Rated R (language)
DVDS 9 Learn Advanced Spanish
/ Building on the basics /
Standard Deviants. 2002
The Standard
Deviants mix cutting edge technology, award-winning educational material and
a troupe of young actors and comedians. Humorous skits, computer
graphics and fun. 90 min.
DVDS 10 Learn Advanced Spanish / Verbs / Standard Deviants. 2002
The Standard Deviants mix cutting edge technology, award-winning educational material and a troupe of young actors and comedians. Humorous skits, computer graphics and fun. 90 min.
DVDS 11 Selena (Eng, Fren, Span sound and
subtitles). 1997
Selena is the vibrant story of the Grammy winning singer whose
life ended at its creative peak. Pulsating with Selena's voice on the
soundtrack, the film is powerfully authentic. In the title role,
Jennifer Lopez captures the warmth and electricity of a beloved entertainer.
128 min.
DVDS 12 Buena Vista
Social Club (Spa sound, Eng.subtitles) 1998
Astonishing
life stories, vibrant personalities, and unforgettable music of
legendary performers who collaborated on the celebrated album, Buena Vista
Social Club. From the crumbling neighborhoods of their native Havana,
to their triumphant, sold out concerts in Amsterdam and New York's Carnegie
Hall, its an unforgettable, deeply emotional journey into the passion, pride
and humanity of the artists whose music sparked a world-wide music
phenomenon. 105min.
DVDS 13 Belle Epoque (Spa sound, Eng.subtitles) 1994
An
elderly artist gives shelter to a deserter from
the royalist army in provincial Spain, 1931. While on the premises, the
young man naturally notes the beauty of all four of his host's daughters.
Each takes her turn at seducing him.... a series
of brief character sketches filled out by the way each woman takes charge
Sexual content, 109min.
DVDS 14 Finding Nemo (ENG/SPA/FRE Sound. & sub.) 2003
A delightful animated adventure of the undersea world. When his son Nemo is captured by a
scuba-diver, an anxious clownfish named Marlin
sets off into the vast--and astonishing ocean to
find him.100min
DVDS 15 L'Auberge Espagnole

