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Legally Blonde (Dol) [VHS] | ![Legally Blonde (Dol) [VHS]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/514HA57RX8L._SL160_.jpg) | Director: Robert Luketic
Actors: Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, Matthew Davis, Victor Garber
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Category: Video
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Rating:  546 reviews
Sales Rank: 3829
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, NTSC
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: VHS Tape
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 96 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 4.3 x 1.1
UPC: 027616868244
EAN: 0027616868244
ASIN: B00005O5JV
Theatrical Release Date: July 13, 2001
Release Date: April 2, 2002
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If you've ever doubted how much a star can carry a movie, look no further than Legally Blonde, Robert Luketic's pop fluff about a sorority girl who becomes the reigning brain at Harvard Law School. The film tries way too hard to be pop fluff, but thankfully it also understands the comic glories of Reese Witherspoon. As Elle Woods, the supposedly dimwitted heroine, Witherspoon gives a high-wattage performance that somehow comes across as both lusciously cartoonish and warmly human. It's a radiant comic turn worthy of Marilyn Monroe, and Luketic throws the whole movie at her, even though its intentional kitsch and sledgehammer contrivances don't trust you enough to figure out on your own what might be guilty fun about it. It's a lame movie, essentially, that redeems itself by knowing just enough to keep things sunny and moving right along. The film is content to follow several steps behind the regal Witherspoon, carrying her train. You probably will be, too. --Steve Wiecking
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She's a California sorority girl who'll do anything to keep her man. Even if it means going all theway'to law school! Reese Witherspoon (Election) stars with Luke Wilson (Charlie's Angels), Selma Blair (Cruel Intentions), Matthew Davis (Pearl Harbor) and Victor Garber (Titanic) in a knock-out comedy with a heart of goldand hair to match! Elle Woods (Witherspoon) is a California blonde with couture clothes, fabulous friends and the hottest boyfriend on campus. So when Warner Huntington III (Davis) suddenly dumps her and heads for Harvard Law School, Elletakes matters into her own perfectly manicured hands. She enrolls too! Now getting Warner back should be a snap, right? Wrong! Elle's about to begin the toughest fight of her lifefor love, honor, justice and respect for blondes everywhere!
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 Fantastic chick flick July 28, 2010
M (I wait behind the wall, gnawing away at your reality)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Reese Witherspoon is adorable in this film. Her character seems to be nothing more than a cute blonde who's into girlie stiff (the color pink, fashion, shoes, what have you) but Elle Woods' character takes on quite the transformation. Yes, she was already driven before (organizing charity events, getting a great GPA in her previous college and etc) but law school is a far cry from a sunny California college where she got a degree in fashion.
It's funny to see her flounder around for a bit as she deals with her new surroundings, but she dives right in after a few flubs, and shows that blondes really aren't all dumb. Overall this is a fun movie with lots of funny scenes but enough seriousness to balance out the film, and a funny and satisfying ending.
Legally Blonde June 25, 2010
Steven M. Maybury
Legally Blonde is a good classical comedy movie. It's nothing derogatory in the movie at all. It's not a raucous comedy. I think that "Legally Blonde" was directed and produced very well. I can watch the movie lots of times and laugh just the same.
 Don't judge a book by its cover... June 2, 2010
Andrew Ellington (I'm kind of everywhere)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I love Reese Witherspoon. A lot of my friends kind of hate her, but I think she is comedic brilliance, and her creation of Elle Woods is just one of her many flawless brush strokes. In fact, she alone takes this rather generic and at times reaching script and makes it one of the most delightful film experiences of the 00's.
I see its flaws, but they are forgivable thanks to Witherspoon.
Now, the general concept of this film is that of a young and airheaded hot chick named Elle who finds herself dumped by her boyfriend when he goes to Law School. In an attempt to win him back, Elle decides to attend the same school and prove that she is more than a pretty face. She meets lots of opposition in the form of a spiteful `new' girlfriend and a slew of fellow students who consider her a joke. Instead of buckling though, Elle buckles down and puts in the work, proving to herself and to those who doubted her that her head is not as empty as they thought it was.
Like I said, this movie is a lot of fun. It does have its dry moments though. I personally found a lot of the `hair salon' sub-plot to be rather dull and distracting from the real story, which revolved around the school and the case Elle finds herself working on. The predictable yet tacky teacher/student scenario that unfolds in the end was a little unnecessary, but what else do you expect from these kinds of films.
Predictable.
Thankfully, amidst all the familiarity lies a fantastic performance by a beacon of light that just illuminates every aspect of this film. Reese Witherspoon takes the generic airhead girlfriend role and turns it on its head with brilliantly constructed, multi-layered character development. She has her comedic timing down pat, making almost every facial twitch a comedic affair; but she also understands that dramatic tension needed to make Elle a relatable and sympathetic character.
Like I said, multi-layered.
As great as Witherspoon is (and I really mean great), she is not the only person here who puts in a commendable performance. In fact, the entire ensemble works really well together. I love Selma Blaire here. I actually think she is a sorely underrated actress who I wish would get some better roles. Her doe-like eyes balance out her permanent `snob' facial expression that helps add layers of depth to her cold exterior. I heart her. Luke Wilson and Matthew Davis are serviceable `boy toys' here, but the females definitely outshine here, including the hilarious Jennifer Coolidge (shining despite her dull plot points), Holland Taylor and Ali Larter. Victor Garber is always a welcome addition to any ensemble as far as I'm concerned, despite my reservations on his eventual character arc.
Flawed by highly engaging and a lot of fun, this spectacularly acted teen comedy certainly deserves a place in any DVD library!
Great Movie April 24, 2010
Debby Dickerson (Clarksville, AR USA)
I love this movie. It's a little on the corny side...but I am too I guess. I bought this movie used "Like New". And it is like new. The DVD was free of any scratches. Even though I haven't watched it yet, I'm sure that the DVD will work perfectly as advertised. It's great being able to add to your movie gallery without it costing you an arm & a leg!
Malibu Barbie Lawyer February 28, 2010
D. J. Nardi (Washington, DC)
I graduated from law school recently, so seeing the Hollywood version of law school in Legally Blonde did make me gag. Law school isn't fun (neither is law practice). Despite that, I was able to laugh throughout this movie at the originality of the humor and sheer inanity of the plot twists. The fates collide to make Elle's first year at law school revolve around fashion knowledge more than habeas corpus. Reese Witherspoon holds the plot together - she's able to portray a blonde bimbo at one point, while also conveying a sense of confidence and articulateness. Her acting makes the movie believable and entertaining.
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