What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) Reviews

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Starring:
Johnny DeppJuliette Lewis, (more)
Director(s):
Lasse Hallström
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Category:
Drama
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Michael G.

Great movie. Well worth seeing. It kept our attention throughout the movie and had a great twist in the end.

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Ann B.

I ABSLOUTELY LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!! ALL THE CHARACTERS STORY LINES WERE INTRIGUING AND SUPERBLY BROUGHT TO LIFE BY THESE AMAZING ACTORS!!! I WORK WITH THE HANDICAP AND THIS IS THE CLOSEST TO THE REAL ...
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I ABSLOUTELY LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!! ALL THE CHARACTERS STORY LINES WERE INTRIGUING AND SUPERBLY BROUGHT TO LIFE BY THESE AMAZING ACTORS!!! I WORK WITH THE HANDICAP AND THIS IS THE CLOSEST TO THE REAL THING THAT I HAVE SEEN!! I MUST ADD THAT JOHNNY LOOKED GORGEOUS ALSO!!! I HAVE TO PURCHASE IT!!!!
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Jaime J.

This is one of my all-time favorite movies. I actually remember seeing this at the theater years ago. The story with Gilbert's mom is heartbreaking. Terrific film. I have seen it at least 10 times!

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RAFAEL A R.

One of the best performances I have ever seen! A great movie. Johnny Depp was at his best. Very moving and very real. The same goes for Leonardo Di Caprio. The story goes to the depth of our human ...
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One of the best performances I have ever seen! A great movie. Johnny Depp was at his best. Very moving and very real. The same goes for Leonardo Di Caprio. The story goes to the depth of our human nature.. rejection as well as prejudice by the town's people for those who are very different than them.. (Mary Steenburgen and Leonardo)The compassion and concern for his brother and mother of Depp, coupled with his own desires... Absolutely great movie!!
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Leanne C.

Wonderful movie! My whole family enjoys this one!! We have seen it numerous times. Fantastic acting by all. Very emotional movie. Don't hesitate to rent this one.

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Rebecca L.

I had tears in my eyes within the first 15 minutes of the movie! Leonardo DiCaprio was amazing as Arnie and Johnny Depp as Gilbert was great. I "felt" Gilbert's desperation and almost an inability to breathe and yet he continued on and on. . .not expecting his life to change really. Kevin Tighe (Adam 12) had a strong performance as an insurance salesman in this "no where town". Juliette Lewis played delicate "spite-like character" who brings a breath of fresh air to Gilbert. Worth watching.

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David W.

leonardo dicapro...wow what an amazing performance. you actually believe he is arnie for real, not just playing a part. the movie is touching and heart warming. check it out if you haven't already. :)

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Francena W.

This movie kept my attention from beginning to end. Leonardo did an EXCELLENT job portraying his character, Arnie. And Johnny was the good brother who gave up his dreams to take care of his brother ...
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This movie kept my attention from beginning to end. Leonardo did an EXCELLENT job portraying his character, Arnie. And Johnny was the good brother who gave up his dreams to take care of his brother & extremely overweight mother. It made me laugh & cry!
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Susan R.

I watched this in 1993, so I knew the general story line, but I was still charmed by the characters, the dilemma and the finale. Juliette Lewis is sparkling in a peripheral role. Johnny Depp ...
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I watched this in 1993, so I knew the general story line, but I was still charmed by the characters, the dilemma and the finale. Juliette Lewis is sparkling in a peripheral role. Johnny Depp portrays an overburdened but responsible teen who must act as father to Leonardo's character, Arnie. The story would fall flat without the energetic but mentally challenged Arnie who brings life to this movie, from beginning to end.
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Poonam O.

This is perhaps one of the most emotionally well-thought of movies of all times. Johnny Depp as Gilbert Grape is outstanding. Leonardo di Caprio as the retart brother is convincing... Must watch

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