Fandango: Fandango [VHS] (1985)

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Actors: Kevin Costner, Judd Nelson, Sam Robards, Chuck Bush, Brian Cesak
Directors: Kevin Reynolds
Writers: Kevin Reynolds
Producers: Barrie M. Osborne, Frank Marshall, Kathleen Kennedy, Pat Kehoe, Steven Spielberg
Format: Color, Dolby, HiFi Sound, NTSC
Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number of tapes: 1
Studio: Warner Home Video
VHS Release Date: April 1, 1992
Run Time: 91 minutes

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Fandango [VHS] (1985)

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5 graduate college students, calling themselves the Groovers set out on their last road trip together to dig up Dom ahead of going their separate approaches. A single a loner, one a ROTC, one confused, one a minister, and 1 passed out. Gardner Barnes played by Kevin Costner is the loner that will comprehend he must not have been so distant. Phil Hicks played by Judd Nelson is the ROTC that begins to appreciate life rather than constantly complain about it. Kenneth Waggener played by Sam Robards is confused about giving up a chance at marriage and no matter whether he should really show up for duty in the service. Dorman played by Chuck Bush studied for ministry but is not confident how to approach it. He finds that supporting those about him is the answer. Lester Griffin, played by Brian Cesak, is passed out for most their journey but will wake up just in time for their last night together. The directing, acting, sets, and music are all awesome.
This film was by no means a major hit, but it strikes a chord with most individuals that recall graduating from High School or College and spending a brief time with their friends before going their personal way. The journey in this case is to dig up a bottle not a buddy. The journey is what makes this film wonderful due to the fact we comprehend that life is a journey and the trip is what tends to make it, not getting to the destination. Some scenes are hysterically funny like the Parachute School jump with pilot Truman Sparks played by Marvin J., McIntyre. Other scenes like the wedding are truly poignant. Don't miss the film, it is one particular of Kevin Costner's and Judd Nelson's most beneficial. Fans of the 80s movies will surely take pleasure in it. Although the timeline for the film is 1971, the message is the similar nowadays. Life moves forward, so embrace it. The image and sound excellent on the DVD is good and it consists of some extras. The soundtrack for this is superb if you are fan of rock and new age. Pat Metheny's "It's for you" is a nice touch.

Have you ever taken the ultimate road trip? Have you ever traveled that glorious byway of youth toward some pointless destination? And did you take all those detours down the side roads headed to grand new adventures promising endless fun? Do you bear in mind those specific many people you left behind in their youth who are nevertheless fairly significantly a component of you right now? Have you ever wondered what may have been had you not parted with that special girl who when you might have loved? And could you ever have imagined how your new beginnings would regularly result in such abrupt and melancholy endings?
Have you ever taken the ultimate road trip? You know, the a single from yesterday to tomorrow, from childhood to adulthood, from high school or college to responsibility. Did you tarry along the way? And all the though, did you notice the path home behind you was vanishing? Do you ever wish you could go back to those crossroads in your life, if only for a couple of moments, recognizing what you know these days? Do you cherish your choices? And most of all, do you cherish those unforgettable memories of your youth?
Or do you just like the shape of Texas?
If your fancy dances to any of these themes, then you ought to contemplate dancing this Fandango.
For just about two decades a Kevin Reynolds' classic has remained the most beneficial kept secret in Hollywood. It simply beggars belief. Fandango deserved better. Yes, I know . . . it's a bit sophomoric and far-fetched at times, but behind all the "Animal Residence" humor lies "Massive Chill" substance. If you give it a likelihood, Fandango will do what it does ideal. It will take you residence again, if only for a though. In a best ending, Fandango blends incredible music with such sweet sadness, it cannot fail to stir both heart and soul. So, do not miss this dance. It really is a privilege of youth, and it really is for you.