Burbs, The (US)

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He`s a stranger in an even stranger land... suburbia
Certificate: PG
Running Time: 102 mins
Retail Price: $24.98
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Content Type: Movie

Synopsis:
Tom Hanks portrays suburbanite Ray Peterson, whose plans for a peaceful vacation are disturbed by a creepy new family on the block, in this outrageous suspense-comedy.

To the disappointment of his wife Carol, Ray decides to spend a relaxing week at home, and soon gets into trouble with his neighbors - a hefty busybody, a freaked-out ex-soldier, and a spacey teenager - as they observe the strange happenings next door at the Klopek`s bizarre residence.

When the neighborhood grouch suddenly disappears, the men are convinced the ramshackle house hides some hideous clues. Armed with assault rifles, high-powered binoculars and a shovel, they decide to see for themselves exactly what is going on in the Kloped place.

Set in an average neighborhood that is anything but average, THE `BURBS blends slapstick comedy and spine-thrilling mystery with the type of witty humor that has made Tom Hanks one of today`s most popular stars.

Special Features:
Interactive Menus
Scene Access
Theatrical Trailer
Film Highlights
Talent Bios
Production Notes
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Video Tracks:
Widescreen Anamorphic 1.85:1

Audio Tracks:
Dolby Digital Surround 2.0 English
Dolby Digital Surround 2.0 French

Subtitle Tracks:
CC: English

Directed By:
Joe Dante

Written By:
Dana Olsen

Starring:
Wendy Schaal
Corey Feldman
Rick Ducommun
Carrie Fisher
Bruce Dern
Tom Hanks

Casting By:
Judy Taylor
Mike Fenton

Soundtrack By:
Jerry Goldsmith

Director of Photography:
Robert M. Stevens

Editor:
Marshall Harvey

Costume Designer:
Rosanna Norton

Production Designer:
James H. Spencer

Producer:
Dana Olsen
Pat Kehoe
Michael Finnell
Larry Brezner

Executive Producer:
Ron Howard

Distributor:
Universal Pictures

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10 / 10

The Best movie of all times.
not only is the acting great, but the burbs icludes many funny scenes that really make it a great movie. Awesome acting, especially by Tom Hanks, bruce Dern and the rest, including Brother Theodore, a great comedian.
Highly recommended for a quiet night at home or when having friends over.
The Features of the DVD are also good, making the burbs experience better than ever.

posted by Dare192 on 8/2/2003 10:11

9 / 10

This film is a classic. Tom Hanks was excellent as Ray Peterson and was a fantastic lead actor, although as the film went on, the story did get a bit ridiculous. That was made up for with the witty one liners and the ending is brilliant. Bravo!

posted by Jen21 on 1/5/2003 22:29