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List Price: $9.98 | | Label: MGM (Video & DVD)
Salesrank: 48513
Released: April 25, 2000 |
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MPAA Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: DVD |
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Editorial Review:
Imagine experiencing life through the eyes of an innocent child forever. Beautiful and vibrant, Molly McKay might have a mental disability but she's not about to let the world pass her by. Starring Academy AwardÂ(r) nominee* Elizabeth Shue in an inspired performance, Molly is a joyous celebration of the irrepressible human spirit. Autistic since birth, 28-year-old Molly (Shue) isa carefree young woman with an incredible zest for life. Her brother Buck (Aaron Eckhart), a 32-year-old with a full social calendar and a booming career, has had little contact with Molly over the yearsuntil the facility that cares for her closes down. Now it's up to Buck to take his sister in and that's turning into a full-time job! Bold, childlike and very energetic, Molly completely envelops her brother's life and turns his ordered world into chaos. Then, just when Buck is at his wit's end, Molly becomes a candidate for a new medical procedure that could cure her completely but is it worth the risk? Molly sure thinks so'she's ready to experience everything! *1995: Actress, Leaving Las Vegas
Description of Molly:
The title character of Molly, played by Elisabeth Shue (Oscar nominee for Leaving Las Vegas), suffers from one of those afflictions that are only found in Hollywood movies: she's sort of mentally challenged, sort of autistic--but only enough to give her a childlike appreciation of rhythmic water fountains and The Wizard of Oz. An operation that somehow activates brain cells brings Molly to a more sophisticated level of intelligence, much to the astonishment and joy of her brother Buck (Aaron Eckhart, playing a much more sympathetic character than he did in In the Company of Men). Then, when her brain cell progress becomes threatened for some unclear reason, Molly and Buck are faced with her mental reversal. Aside from being scientifically dubious and somewhat insulting to mentally challenged people and their families, the developing sibling relationship has an emotional pull. Eckhart brings a quiet dignity to his role, lending a bit of realism with his understated performance. Shue, though saddled with an impossible character, has moments of naked emotion that almost make Molly believable. Thomas Jane (Deep Blue Sea), as a medical assistant with a never-explained "learning disability," does all he can with his equally inconsistent part but fares less well. Molly wants to be a combination of Forrest Gump and Flowers for Algernon, movies about discovering the meaning of life through an appreciation of simple things, but falls short. --Bret Fetzer
Molly Reviews:
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2009-04-10 - the movie is just funny and my friend wanted it so i bought it for her
the actual dvd was in pretty good shape but it skipped once
overall i am happy with my purchase and the movie is pretty good
Cute movie
2009-02-02 - I had seen this movie many years ago. It came across my mind after talking to friends, and I ordered it. I liked it, very entertaining.
Review of Molly
2008-12-23 - I have a teenage daughter with Autism. I saw many characteristics that reminded me of my daughter. She also has an older brother and sister that help take care of her. It is a true concern wondering how things will go once "mom and dad" are gone. I really appreciate the effort made to bring this subject to light. There are not as many females with Autism as males. Thank you again.
Elizabeth Shue Delivers A Great Performance As The Loveable Molly McKay 
2008-09-14 - "Molly" is one of those rare film treats that I happened to watch and ask myself, "Where was I when this movie was released in the theatres? Why haven`t I seen it before?" "Molly" is a sweet, romantic comedy that will make you laugh and cry.
Elizabeth Shue ("The Saint" and "Cocktail") stars as Molly McKay, a beautiful, young woman with autism. Her learning comprehension seems to be that of a five year old. When her care facility closes, Molly is forced to live with her workaholic brother, Buck (Aaron Eckhart of "The Dark Knight" and "No Reservations"), who has only visited her at Christmas. He has always been ashamed of her.
Revolutionary brain surgery gives Molly a chance at living a normal life. After the operation, she begins learning rapidly until she begins speaking and acting like a normal person. Unfortunately, like the potion in a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde film, the procedure begins reversing itself. Molly is heartbroken. She is fearful of losing the strong bonds she has developed between her friend Sam (Thomas Jane of "The Mist" and "The Punisher") and her brother Buck.
Elizabeth Shue delivers a believable performance as an autistic person. We watch her transform from an unpredictable, out-of-control child to an emotionally stable, mature adult. Unfortunately, we experience her pain as we watch her reverse back to her original state. The other cast members deliver great performances as well.
"Molly" is a must see for fans of romantic comedies. A gorgeous cast, beautiful sets, a touching storyline, and a great musical score all combine to give us an enchanting experience. You won't want to miss Molly McKay. You'll want to embrace her, hold her close to your heart, and never let her go. I am so glad I found this film.
You will see Elisabeth Shue's butt
2006-12-09 - Lets cut to the chase: in this movie, Elisabeth Shue appears naked.
Five stars.
