Tucker--The Man and His Dream [VHS] | ![Tucker--The Man and His Dream [VHS]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51N963ZG7HL._SL160_.jpg) | Actors: Jeff Bridges, Joan Allen, Martin Landau, Frederic Forrest, Mako
Studio: Paramount
Category: Video
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Rating:  69 reviews
Sales Rank: 676
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, HiFi Sound, NTSC
Language: English (Unknown)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: VHS Tape
Discs: 1
Running Time: 111 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1
ISBN: 0792107969
UPC: 097363214434
EAN: 9780792107965
ASIN: 6301217861
Theatrical Release Date: August 12, 1988
Release Date: January 1, 1998
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Director Francis Ford Coppola and executive producer George Lucas shared a strong desire to film the story of Preston Tucker, the man who revolutionized car design in the late 1940s, only to have his innovation squelched by the "big three" automakers in a legal battle between Tucker and powerful political lobbies. Coppola surely related to and sympathized with Tucker as a visionary underdog, and so this stylish, energetic film envisions "the man and his dream" in idealistic terms--an unabashed optimist (played by Jeff Bridges) who realizes his vision through blind faith and tenacity. Martin Landau gives a superb, heartbreaking performance as an associate who desperately wants to share Tucker's enthusiasm, but knows that corporate wolves are knocking at the door and will soon burst in with fangs bared. Joan Allen is equally good as Tucker's supportive wife, and the film's combination of dazzling costumes, production design, and the fabulous Tucker itself (of which only 50 models were made) creates an infectious atmosphere of postwar optimism. In the end, however, this fascinating film is much like Coppola himself: possessed of genius, blinded by ambition, and prone to create works of erratic brilliance. Don't take that as criticism, however; this is a sharp, underrated film about a dreamer whose dream was a worthy one, even if it only briefly came true. --Jeff Shannon
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 Great guy movie! May 27, 2010
C. Gunderson
My husband loves this movie because he is a car nut! So I orderd it for him. He watched it the other day & loves it! It is interesting to see for girls too, the poor guy really went through a lot. I think if I remember right this was based on a true story.
 Show DVD languages / subtitles. May 11, 2010
Filemon Sanchez Chavez
No matter DVD is according my expectations, if you can publish languages / subtitles a better decision can be taken.
Great Realistic Movie April 21, 2010
Paul D. Hunter (MD)
I did work for the Smithsonian, and they actually have a Tucker, that I saw several times.
I bought the movie and although it doesn't tell all about Preston Tucker, it follows his life
in general pretty good. I found out a lot more on Wikipedia of his real life and all that he was
involved in. His involvements go a lot deeper than the movie shows, but all and all it is a great
movie and shows a part of history that few know about or have heard of!
Wonderful movie April 12, 2010
Rexomus (Chicago)
Well done documentary/big production movie that exposes how far colossal corporations are willing to go to destroy competition and establish monopolies using the strong arm of the government to do their bidding under the guise of consumer protections. This movie is the perfect example of what Adam Smith (Author of: The Wealth Of Nations, 1776) warned his readers of: when companies become too big they inevitably dominate public policies for their own self interest while disregarding the cost to technological and productive progress.
The movie tells the story of determined dreamer and self made entrepreneur, Preston Tucker. After world war II Tucker conceptualized a futuristic car built for safety, class, and longevity. He envisioned a car with all-wheel disc brakes for better stopping power, fuel injection for more horse power and better fuel efficiency, as well as: seat belts, safety glass, and a roll bar for passenger protection. He wanted to revolutionize the auto industry and put the focus back squarely on the consumer while driving technology forward. He thought outside the box and tested tradition with novel ideas: engine in the rear, independent spring-less suspension, and a third headlight that follows the steering wheel. Almost all these innovations are common (if not standard) features found on vehicles today.
The film shows how Tucker basically made the Big Three look like fools by practically utilizing ordinary and present day technology, circa 1946, to build an extraordinary and superior automobile. In all actuality, all Preston did was efficiently use what was already commercially available and built a car that was as strong and as safe as any could and should be. All concepts that the Big Three either failed to notice or intentionally ignored.
Some people still question whether or not Mr.Tucker was really going to build the car. Well, if raising $17 million in capital to secure leasing the largest production facility ever created, rescuing the engine supplier from certain bankruptcy with his own finances, and hiring over 1900 employees to engineer, assemble, and deliver his product still leaves you wondering if this Preston Tucker was a crook bent on bamboozling the public for a quick buck, maybe you should re-evaluate your own motives in life. With a little research and mental capacity, anyone can figure out this guy had a dream he wanted to make a reality and his only intention was to profit off his idea while offering the consumer something of quality and benefit.
In conclusion I highly recommend this movie to any dreamer, businessman, historian, independent spirit, or free thinking individual. I can't imagine why anyone would regret watching this film. The acting, directing, production, and cinematography are top notch.
Tucker - A Man and His Dream April 10, 2010
Elizabeth A. Matter (Trinity, Florida)
I have loved this film for years, and decided to add it to my library of favorites. If you haven't seen it, I highly recommend it! One of Jeff Bridges best as far as I'm concerned.
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