Sleeper (DVD, 2000)

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This rare out of print DVD of the classic Woody Allen comedy "Sleeper" is a must-have for any film collector. Starring Diane Keaton and Woody Allen himself, this DVD features a hilarious storyline that will have you laughing from start to finish. Directed by Woody Allen, this DVD is a great addition to any comedy lover's collection. Rated NR, this DVD is perfect for anyone looking for a good laugh without having to worry about any explicit content. Don't miss your chance to own this rare gem of a DVD.

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The sci-fi satire SLEEPER is often hailed as the best of Woody Allen's early comedies, which relied mostly on slapstick and quick verbal asides, but still had more than their share of comic intelligence. SLEEPER tells the tale of Miles Monroe (Allen), who is accidentally cryogenically frozen following a minor operation. Released 200 years later, in 2173, Miles blunders his way through a bizarre future, featuring plenty of props and situations for Allen to mine for laughs. Eventually he meets vapid, hedonistic "poet" Luna Schlosser (Diane Keaton), with whom he eventually joins a rebel group opposed to the oppressive government. As in his earlier BANANAS and LOVE AND DEATH, Allen's character stumbles into a revolutionary plot, revealing the anti-authoritarianism that will appear again and again in his films. Loosely based on H.G. Wells' novel WHEN THE SLEEPER WAKES, the film features a strong parodic bent, particularly of the type of science fiction that was being written and filmed when it was made in 1973. Oppressive, faceless governments and the technological dominance over human life (altering even the most fundamental natural actions, such as sex) are the main tropes Allen skewers, as well as playing off the futuristic production design of films like A CLOCKWORK ORANGE and THX-1138. However, SLEEPER was still considered a strong work of science fiction, winning both the prestigious Hugo and Nebula Awards, which are given to the finest works in the genre.

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UPC0027616850157
eBay Product ID (ePID)3305637

Product Key Features

ActorDiane Keaton
RatingG
DirectorWoody Allen, Allan Stewart Konigsberg
FormatDVD
Release Year2000
GenreComedy

Additional Product Features

Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Leading RoleDiane Keaton
Film CountryUSA
Release Date20000705

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  • Brings back memories

    I've not seen this movie since I was a kid.. We had it on a laser disc player.. To finally find it and watch my kids laugh as much as I did was awesome!! The picture quality is great and the sound was also!! Thank you!

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  • Back to the Future Woody Allen style.

    An intelligent plot based sci-fi comedy. Although parts of the film are now dated. The theme of government intrusion on one's private life is ever more present.

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  • History repeats itself in the most hilarious ways!

    One of the all-time greats from our national treasure, Woody Allen. Not to be missed.

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  • Funny

    It has an actual story, but it's mostly slapstick humor, and doesn't hold up as well as Play it Again Sam or Love and Death.

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  • One of Woody's best

    Can't say enough about how funny this movie is, there are so many great scenes it's hard to pick a favorite! Do yourself a favor and get this one.

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  • It's a classic comedy that holds up well.

    It's a classic comedy that holds up well. Probably Woody Allen's best before he started making more interpersonal dramodies.

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  • Classic nutty Woody Allen

    Enjoyed it. Classic Woody Allen with some good jokes. Diane Keaton is great.

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  • Still funny half a century later!

    Funny movie that launched Woody Allen’s classic phase in the mid-70’s.

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  • Sleeper

    Very funny. Some great comic bits . loved the bit from Street CAr!

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  • woody allen has a funny sense of humor. ...

    woody allen has a funny sense of humor. there were a lot of funny lines.

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