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Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (DVD, 1998, Special Edition)
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Bringing John Berendt's international best-selling novel, MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, to the screen must have been a challenge. The book is essentially an anecdotal travelogue of the fascinating city of Savannah, Georgia. The filmmakers decided to add a character, John Kelso (well played by John Cusack), a writer from New York, who's meant to represent Berendt's point of view. They also put most of the focus of the narrative on the murder trial of local millionaire socialite Jim Williams (the redoubtable Kevin Spacey). This is slightly problematic in that Kelso, a mere observer, now becomes the central character of the film. But director Clint Eastwood (straying from his usual milieu, and, atypically, not appearing the film) and writer John Lee Hancock still manage to capture the quirky spirit of the book. They're greatly aided in this regard by the lush images of cinematographer Jack N. Green and the detailed work of production designer Henry Bumstead, who create just the right atmosphere for the small city and its environs. The strong cast, including actual Savannah residents such as sparkplug transsexual the Lady Chablis, makes the film an enjoyable idyll in a strange yet welcoming place.Product Identifiers
UPC0085391477624
eBay Product ID (ePID)3292103
Product Key Features
ActorKevin Spacey, John Cusack
EditionSpecial Edition
RatingR
DirectorClint Eastwood
FormatDVD
Release Year1998
GenreDrama
Additional Product Features
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Display FormatSpecial Edition
Leading RoleKevin Spacey, John Cusack
Film CountryUSA
Release Date19980602
Ratings and Reviews
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- Mar 30, 2016Top favorable review
Fairly true to the book
At times I felt like Keven Spacey was too relaxed, but maybe that was how Jim Williams was during the whole ordeal. We will never know exactly what happened that night, but the movie does follow the book pretty closely.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 25, 2016Top critical review
casting director cannot do it alone
This movie relies too heavily on the casting of esscentric characters and ugly people dressed in formal clothing. The sets, landscapes and lavish accessories was also excessive as was Spacey's acting. This is not Superman Movie and required a bit more genuine human emotion to pull it off. Spacey shows none and the supporting cast isn't supporting either. The exception to this pretend drama: Jude Law was so good I did not recognize him until the credits!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 12, 2022
Film Midnight In The Garden Of Good & Evil
Great film. Beautifully shot in Savannah,Ga. Characters are superb and the film is as good as the book. Highly recommend 🙌Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 23, 2022
Beautiful film. Predictable plot and ending.
Loved the Savannah setting, and that's why I bought this. The scenery and history of the architecture are amazing. I've been to Savannah several times, and this movie captures the spirit of it all. Movie plot was predictable. I'll watch it again and again just to see Savannah.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 12, 2021
Perfect Timing
My mom loves this movie! Although it tormented me through my childhood, I no longer live with her and really wanted to get it for her birthday. I couldn't find a copy nearby so I came here. Ordering so close, I expected it a few days after her day. It showed up the day before! Works perfectly and I have a happy mommy! Thank you!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Feb 22, 2017
Kevin Spacey needs smaller suits!
Movie is ok but I can't stop focusing on Kevin Stacey's coat and suit, especially in the beginning. His head looks like a pea with the oversized, shoulder padded apparel!! It's really obvious and funny!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 25, 2024
excellent movie I tried streaming at fir...
excellent movie I tried streaming at first online after watching about half it crashed so I broke down and purchased a hard copy. I'm old so I like having a solid copy of my media.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 28, 2020
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
Excellent movie, highly recommend, entertaining beginning to end. Charactors portrayed well.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 08, 2019
Another winner for Clint
Great movie! Funny, yet engaging plot. Clint Eastwood did a good job on this one. Kevin Spacey's character is riveting. I especially liked the way they used actual people from Savanah in the character roles.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 22, 2020
Interesting story and reflects New Orleans
Misplaced my copy-I had to buy another-great movie. Don't miss the special section where real author and characters in story shown around New Orleans.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
