The Commitments (1991) Reviews

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Starring:
Robert ArkinsMichael Aherne, (more)
Director(s):
Alan Parker
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Category:
Music & Performing Arts
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Jennifer P.

This movie is packed with fantastic music including 'Chain the Fools' 'Try a Little Tenderness" and 'Mustang Sally' - which is the best verison I've heard. These people can sing! And on top of that ...
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This movie is packed with fantastic music including 'Chain the Fools' 'Try a Little Tenderness" and 'Mustang Sally' - which is the best verison I've heard. These people can sing! And on top of that it is a well acted and funny movie! Don't miss it!
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hippielovebug65

As good as the soundtrack is, the movie is better. If you didn't know otherwise, you'd think they had acting musicians, not singing actors. I've seen this movie 5 times and never get tired of it.

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Henry A.

One of the best movies ever made. Fantastic music great humor. My favorite movie of all time tied with Grease.

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Ciaran T.

A very unusual movie with keen insight into life in Dublin's slums and the struggle of some to get the better of the high unemployment of the 80s and no prospects. Very funny, totally entertaining, ...
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A very unusual movie with keen insight into life in Dublin's slums and the struggle of some to get the better of the high unemployment of the 80s and no prospects. Very funny, totally entertaining, good music and some excellent lines such as "the Irish are the blacks of Europe, Dubliners are the blacks of Ireland, and Northsiders are the blacks of Dublin"! Truly inspired.
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Barbara S.

Lol, what a truly realistic portrayal of what the life of musicians is like. Loved the characters.

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John P.

Very good movie. All the characters grow on you like you've known them for years. I watch The Commitments very often. Fun movie. Highly recommended.

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David F.

This is without question the best movie ever made about the ins and outs of putting a band together and keeping it together. Nothing else even comes close. Great story, excellent acting and amazing ...
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This is without question the best movie ever made about the ins and outs of putting a band together and keeping it together. Nothing else even comes close. Great story, excellent acting and amazing music with an unbelievable lead singer. It has hard irish accents, but just put your subtitles on and enjoy this great movie.
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Dan H.

Another masterpiece from Alan Parker and probably the most entertaining. Fantastic soundtrack, fresh new faces, and a great story.

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Patti F.

The rise and fall of the "hardest working band" on the North Side of Dublin. Colm Meaney is hysterical as the father of the band's creator and manager.

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Iker S.

This movie is my all time favorite. I can't stop laughing every time I watch it. It's not all laughs, but it's a got a point. You see all these hopefuls trying to put a band together in Dublin, ...
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This movie is my all time favorite. I can't stop laughing every time I watch it. It's not all laughs, but it's a got a point. You see all these hopefuls trying to put a band together in Dublin, facing all the issues of their daily lives and the stresses of being in the band. I can't say too much without revealing the ending, but I'm sure you'd enjoy it. Great soundtrack too.
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