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| Bend It Like Beckham (Widescreen Edition) | 
 enlarge | Actors: Imran Ali, Ameet Chana, Saraj Chaudhry, Trey Farley, Kulvinder Ghir
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  343 reviews
Sales Rank: 4849
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Dvd-video, Subtitled, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 112
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.5
MPN: FOXD2008426D
UPC: 024543084266
EAN: 0024543084266
ASIN: B00005JM2Y
Theatrical Release Date: August 1, 2003
Release Date: September 30, 2003
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| Customer Reviews:
 Love it! March 30, 2008
I bought this DVD because I couldn't finish watching the movie on TV, and I was very curious. I had really liked the about 30 min. I actually watched, so I decided to give it a shot (and the good reviews helped a great deal!). I was not disappointed, this movie is very entertaining. Even though I read a review that says that it gives the wrong message (about lying to your parents, which of course isn't good), I think it approaches that touchy subject in a very natural way... who hasn't lied to their parents sometime? It doesn't, in my opinion, try to deliver the message that it's ok, it just portraits an adolescent's point of view, how they sometimes have to struggle (if they live in a foreign country and come from a very rigorous culture, like in this case). And the message that it actually delivers, again in my opinion, is that you should always do what you love if you want to be happy. That doesn't mean you have to lie, but fight for your dreams.
All in all this is a highly entertaining movie, great for all ages. It's very colorful too, and we get a glimpse of Indian culture and traditions. Obviously we westerners think some of them are far off, but for them, it's what they are! It also makes us aware of the importance of tolerance and open mindedness. I'm sure you'll enjoy it... I did! I highly recommend it!
 "Go Far To Where?" ~ Navigating The Cultural Divide On And Off The Football Field February 24, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Synopsis: The feel good, girl power movie of `03 definitely has to be `Bend It Like Beckham' a tale of East meets West on an English football field. Parminder Nagra is terrific as Jess, the Indian girl who loves to play football (soccer) and dreams of being able to bend it like her idol Beckham. Despite her parents wishes she joins a girls team at the insistence of her new friend Juliet (Keira Knightley). Determined to break free from the cultural expectations placed on her by her family, Jess now has the opportunity to prove how good a player she is and realize her dream. The possibilities are endless for those who dare to reach for the stars. As her relationship with her coach (Jonathan Rhys Meyers) deepens she may have found even more than she had initially anticipated.
Critique: While `Bend It Like Beckham' will appeal primarily to a female audience I think it's something that can be enjoyed by all if given a chance. Parminder and Keira are adorable and the action upbeat. I also enjoyed the soundtrack which like the film is a cultural smorgasbord, blending western pop tunes with traditional Indian music.
 soccer February 5, 2008
This was a present for my young granddaughter who loves playing soccer on her school team. She enjoyed the movie.
All I'm saying is, there's a reason why Sporty Spice is the only one without a fella! January 12, 2008
Bend It Like Beckham is a story about strength, overcoming odds, and reaching for difficult goals. It centers around two soccer (football) players, Jess (Parminder Nagra) and Jules (Keira Knightly), who face family resistance and cultural pressure while trying to acheive their dreams on the field of play.
Jules sees Jess playing soccer in the park on day and instantly realizes a diamond in the rough who could help take her team over the top. Unffortunately, Jess' parents are very strict and old-fashioned, and their Indian culture frowns upon a young lady playing sports competitively - they want a daughter who's looking towards building a family and learning to cook. One of the interesting parts of this movie is the cultural immersion one experiences seeing the various traditions involved in an Indian girl's wedding, and the paranoid way in which Jess' mother attempts to prove their family's worthiness.
A love triangle ensues between the two and their coach - whose androgynous mannerisms completely betray the premise, and the tension of life, love, and competition endanger everyone's dreams. It could affect Jess' sister's wedding, Jules' mother's sanity, and both girl's future.
The one down-side to this movie is the laughably horrible sports scenes. The footwork on all goals, the slow-as-a-sloth goalies, the complete lack of defense, and the slow-motion "action" scenes take away from the realism of the movie, causing a viewer to seriously question if belief can be suspended enough to truly believe any of what is transpiring.
Despite that, the girls and their families learn to overcome differences and cultural barriers while on their way to athletic triumph. It's a worthwhile watch, and probably a great chick-flick/sports combo for couples to watch.
*Wonderful Movie* December 18, 2007
This is a very good movie.One to watch with the family.It shows you not to give up on your dreams.Have faith in yourself and go for it.A must see for everyone.
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