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Gena Rowlands has it 'going on' as Gloria, a tough-as-nails chick who shows that she has a heart of gold when she has to protect a little kid whose parents have been murdered by the mob who now want to do the same to him. These are some good-fellas that Gloria knew from her hard-knock days but she goes to the matt to protect the kid, even though he doesn't make it easy for her. She has to fight the mob guys who are chasing her while dealing with a kid who goes from yelling 'I'm the man,' to trying to put some 'moves' on her, to missing his murdered family. This young actor, who was probably 7-8 years old at the time, is terrific too. A re-make was made a few years ago with Sharon Stone as Gloria. Although Gena Rowlands owns the part, I was surprised that Sharon was actually pretty good. Sisters and the men who love them, why not get both versions, pop some popcorn, kick back and have a "Gloria" film fest.Read full review
If you like Gena Rowlands..........thi is HER movie!...and the little boy is really an engaging character. Stay away from the Sharan Stone version.
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I watch this movie every few years, and it's always great and entertaining. I liked the fact that "Gloria" is not afraid to use her gun.
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This is the best movie you can see from the 80's I used to look at this movie, and then they made a remake without this gloria (tough), and another lady with a kid not like in this moving (tough), so I did not like it, and would not buy it. It sells for $8 less than my Gloria or less more. I bought this becauase I wanted it for a long time. I love this Gloria and the kid. It made me cry. No other film on Gloria, and who ever remakes, will not be the same, just like king King is not the same as the remake. Only originals are work buying. Keep up the good work Gloria. I love you!
John Cassevetes, the King of independent film making, made an excellent choice casting his wife as Gloria. She portrays one of the toughest yet poignant women ever in film going up against the mob to save a young child. The movie is fast paced, exciting and also satisfying. Sharon Stone portrayed Gloria in the film remake several years ago. Save your time and money. The original Gloria featuring Gena Rowlands is the only one to see. As a side note to any Gena Rowlands fans, check out Woman Under the Influence. Rowlands won a Golden Globe award for her performance opposite Peter Falk. This film was an acting clinic.
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