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| Random Harvest | 
 enlarge | Director: Mervyn Leroy
Actors: Ronald Colman, Greer Garson, Philip Dorn, Susan Peters, Henry Travers
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  68 reviews
Sales Rank: 1698
Format: Black & White, Closed-captioned, Dubbed
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), French (Dubbed)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 126
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: D65251D
ISBN: 0790747774
UPC: 012569525122
EAN: 9780790747774
ASIN: B0006B2AA6
Theatrical Release Date: February 28, 1942
Release Date: January 11, 2005
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Condition: ******BRAND NEW****barcode might be scatched** THE SOURCE FOR RARE MEDIA, THOUSANDS OF CUSTOMERS SATISFIED, AND OVER 250 000 ITEMS IN STOCK, BUY FROM A TRUSTED SOURCE, ESTABLISHED SINCE 1998 - INETVIDEO ~~~
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The ultimate tearjerker, this 1942 romance classic directed by Mervyn LeRoy (based on a novel by James Hilton) stars Ronald Colman as a British army officer suffering from amnesia after World War I. After falling in love with and marrying a dance-hall singer (Greer Garson), Colman's happy character begins a career as a writer and doesn't seem to mind that he doesn't remember who he is. A car accident changes all that, however, causing the hero's memory to return and making him forget all about his lovely cottage and bride. LeRoy modulates the obvious suspense element in the story (for example, is Colman going to remember Greer or not?) extremely well, building ever-so-deliciously slowly toward a huge payoff. This is one of the great date movies of all time. --Tom Keogh
Product Description
Paula Smith (Greer Garson) is the secretary of industrialist Charles Rainier (Ronald Colman). She's also his wife which Charles does not know. Shell-shocked during World War I he doesn't recall his days as her husband John Smith. Advised not to endanger Charles' fragile mental state Paula cannot openly reveal her identity. She must find other ways to help him remember their life together. From the novel by James Hilton (Goodbye Mr. Chips Lost Horizon) comes one of the great sentimental romance movies. Garson's Paula alongside her same-year triumph as Mrs. Miniver established her persona as the strong self-sacrificing wife. Random Harvest gathered seven Academy AwardO nominations* (including Best Picture and Colman as Best Actor) and also reaped a box-office harvest as the year's #4 hit.Running Time: 126 min.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA UPC: 012569525122
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 Random review August 13, 2008
This has always been one of my favorite movies. After reading the book, I did notice a few differences, but the performances of Greer Garson and Ronald Coleman made it very appealing and they worked so well together that they pulled it off beautifully. I have always been a big fan of Greer Garson, and she fit the role of "Paula/Margaret" to a "T".
The other members, of the cast, were also excellent, in their parts.
 oldie, but ....oldie July 12, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
This old movie was and interesting story with a predictable 1940's ending. This movie was recommended to me by old and dear friends, and while I'm sure it was an exciting movie then, it seems to have lost a little with the times.
Not just a "woman's movie".... March 24, 2008
Yes, this is a tearjerker. But no way is it a simple "chick flick". This movie has two protagonists, one male, one female. Each of them has something they want desperately, and though their goals are slightly different, the motivations behind them speak to the hopes of every human being.
The second half of the movie focuses on the secret wish of a secretary to the rich Charles Rainier. The first half focuses on an equally desperate desire by wounded World War I vet Smithy. Either half in itself makes an interesting story. Bound by what the two haves have in common, the story becomes a classic that will resonate long after the credits roll.
James Hilton (who wrote the novel this movie was based on), had a unique and special talent for getting at the the heart of what drives human beings most deeply: the need to connect and to belong. One of the most touching moments in this film is a scene in which the mute and amnesiac Smithy is brought face to face with an elderly couple. They have lost their son in the War and travel to the sanitorium, mistakenly believing that he might be Smithy. As the two old people sadly shake their heads and turn away, actor Ronald Coleman stretches out his hand, and makes a small gesture toward them. It's a little thing, very staged, and it could never work in a film today, but its candid pathos is so touching, I've never forgotten it. See this film, you won't regret it.
My Father's Favorite Film January 21, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
My father -- who passed nearly three years ago now -- said "Random Harvest" was his all-time favorite movie; and Ronald Coleman was his favorite actor. I'm so glad I finally got to see this film. Coleman with his little pencil mustache was nominated for Best Actor for the film. While James Cagny would take home the trophy for "Yankee Doodle Dandy," Coleman turns in an excellent understated performance as the amnesia victim called "Smithy" and Charles Rainer, the wealthy businessman. Greer Garson shines on screen as Paula, the British actress who befriends Coleman, marries him and has his son. The early scenes with her witty repartee as she tries to draw out the taciturn Smithy are charming. Susan Peters was nominated for a Best Supporting Actress nomination for her role as Kitty, the young girl who wants Rainer to marry her. Teresa Wright took home the trophy that year for Mrs. Miniver. But Peters' story is touching, being paralyzed in a hunting accident two years later and dying at age 31. As Kitty, she is full of youthful optimism and then has a great scene where she lets Charles go. Philip Dorn who was in "I Remember Mama" and "Paris After Dark" plays Paula's friend Dr. Jonathan Benet in a touching cameo. Irish actress Una Connor who was in "The Invisible Man" also has a nice cameo as the tobacconist. Mervyn Roy was nominated for the Best Director Oscar that year, but saw William Wyler take home the trophy for "Mrs. Miniver." Roy went on to direct "Mister Roberts" in 1955 and "Gypsy" in 1962. He took home the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award in 1975. Greer Garson won a Best Actress Oscar that year, but for her role as Mrs. Miniver. James Hilton's story works well 66 years later as the romantic connection jumps alive. Dad was right! Enjoy!
Random Harvest October 23, 2007
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
Very romantic, old movie. One of the best stories ever written. I have enjoyed seeing it over and over again as have my friends with whom I have shared the video.
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