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On the surface the Lisbons appear to be a normal 1970s family living in a middle-class Michigan suburb. Mr. Lisbon is a quirky math teacher, his wife is a strictly religious mother of five attractive teenage daughters who catch the eyes of the neighborhood boys. However, when 13-year-old Cecilia commits suicide, the family spirals downward into a creepy state of isolation and the remaining girls are... See Full Description
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Comedy, Drama, Romance and Adaptation |
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| Running Time: |
1 hr. 37 min. |
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| Release Date: |
April 21, 2000 LA/NY/SF; January 20, 2000 Sundance '00 |
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| MPAA Rating: |
R for strong thematic elements involving teens. |
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| Distributors: |
Paramount Vantage
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$4,859,475 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
N/A
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Cinema Sense,
(Silver) "Sofia Coppola weaves a haunting impression of the illusive and ultimately self-destructive mythical feminine allure." Full Review...
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culturevulture.net,
"'The Virgin Suicides' will strike a chord with anyone who grew up in the '70s. It will resonate with anyone who's ever gone through adolescence. It ranks with the very best films of the year." Full Review...
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E! Online,
(grade: B+) "It's tricky stuff, but this debut hits most of its marks and is helped along by a great soundtrack and hip cast..." Full Review...
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filmcritic.com,
"'The Virgin Suicides' is a dark comedy that embodies some twisted views on suburban family life and the true lack innocence of adolescence." Full Review...
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