The Matchmaker | | Cast : | Janeane Garofalo, David O'Hara | | Director : | Mark Joffe | | Studio : | Universal Studios Ho | | Format : | Color, Closed-captioned, Widescreen | | Released Date : | October 03, 1997 | | DVD Released Date : | March 17, 2003 | | Language : | English (Dubbed) | | Audience Rating : | R (Restricted) | | | BUY THIS DVD FROM AMAZON |
Customer Reviews
| Rating |  | | Date | January 23, 2005 | | Summary | David O'Hara | Content
 | I love David O'Hara. He is a very good actor and a nice man. I loved him in braveheart and I loved him in The Matchmaker. This film gives me some hope, every time I remember it. I watched it years ago, and I realize that I never forgot it. Thanx to lower budget, anti-hollywood, sincere films. |
| Rating | | | Date | November 26, 2004 | | Summary | NEAR BOTTOM | Content
| Garofalo acting killed this movie, no wonder she went into politics, dont waste your money |
| Rating | | | Date | November 26, 2004 | | Summary | Romantic Comedy Done Right | Content
| I love this movie! The scenery is breathtaking, the acting is first rate, and the story is charming. This movie transports you to Ireland. The fictional village of Bali Na Gragh (sp?) is overcast yet welcoming, and the people all look real (not like extras on a Hollywood set). It is refreshing to find a romantic comedy that does not take place in an urban landscape. You won't find any Mystic Tanned lads or lasses here! Janeane Garafolo is gorgeously pale, and looks like a real woman. Her acting here is first rate, as usual. After watching the movie 8 times, it is hard to imagine anyone else playing the role of Marcy. Her "match", Sean, played by David O'Hara is one of my favorite male movie characters ever. He is a charming, intelligent cad with a heart of gold. O'Hara is definately not a Brad Pitt or Ben Affleck (thank God!), but man is he sexy! It's about time a romantic comedy has a male lead that isn't prettier than his female costar. The matchmaker, played by Milo O'Shea is the glue that holds this terrific story together. O'Shea's narration throughout the film is hilarious. All the supporting cast is excellent, although I don't understand why Denis Leary gets top billing in this film (after Garafolo). His part was very small, only somewhat pivotal, and could have been played by anyone. The movie follows Marcy to Ireland as she searches for Senator John McGlory's Irish roots. She happens to arrive during the matchmaking festival and meets Sean, who thoroughly irritates her. You can guess what happens next. I usually hate romantic comedies. Any Meg Ryan/Tom Hanks combo makes me run for the hills! If you are like me, watch The Matchmaker. If the quirky, realistic story doesn't endear you, the soundtrack will! In fact, my ONLY complaint about The Matchmaker is that the soundtrack is not available. Do not miss this movie! It is probably sitting on the bargain shelf at your local video store, beacause not enough people know about it, or they are lacking taste. Step away from Sleepless in Seattle!! Give The Matchmaker a chance. |
| Rating | | | Date | October 29, 2004 | | Summary | Great craic! | Content
| I loved this film for many reasons, not the least being that I have experienced Lisdoonvarna, County Clare (a real Irish town) during their annual September Matchmaking Festival! It's visually lovely, and reminded me of not only of days walking the greenroads of Clare, but of nights out with my mates in the pubs while I was there as an exchange student. My opinion of this film can be summed up in one word - BRILLIANT! |
| Rating | | | Date | July 01, 2004 | | Summary | a sweet little sunday afternoon type of movie | Content
| having visited Ireland and flown into Shannon airport like Janeane Garofalo does at the beginning of this movie,it is a favorite.the scenery is beautiful,Janeane is adorable. i absolutely love the scene when she judges the singing contest!this movie is something you can simply enjoy-let it take you away to Ireland,its beautiful there! |
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