Don Juan DeMarco

1994 "The story of the man who thought he was the greatest lover in the world... and the people who tried to cure him of it!"
6.7| 1h37m| PG-13| en| More Info
Released: 12 October 1994 Released
Producted By: New Line Cinema
Country: United States of America
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John Arnold DeMarco is a man who believes he is Don Juan, the greatest lover in the world. Clad in a cape and mask, DeMarco undergoes psychiatric treatment with Dr. Jack Mickler to cure him of his apparent delusion. But the psychiatric sessions have an unexpected effect on the psychiatric staff and, most profoundly, Dr Mickler, who rekindles the romance in his complacent marriage.

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Rainey Dawn A psychiatrist must cure a young patient that presents himself as Don Juan, the greatest lover in the world. A great love story of the man presenting himself as Don Juan & his romance as well as with his parents - oddly improving the love of his psychiatrist's life to top it all off. Love and Tragedy are strong in this film.Top notch film - worth watching!9/10
Predrag What an enchanting tale of love and idealism in a world where the reality is so often harsh and unforgiving. Johnny Depp shines as the seemingly delusional patient who falls into the hands of a retiring shrink who has lost his sparkle, and manages, with his captivating tales of passion and sadness, to awaken the good doctor to his own repressed and forgotten feelings. The fact that we later discover that he is most likely just a sad young man who lost his father is a car crash and was left alone after his mothers decision to become a nun hardly tarnishes the fantasy he portrays, that of being Don Juan, lover of every magnificent aspect of a woman's sensuality. There are some pretty funny moments in this film – almost farcical. But there are also moments when you really think about mental illness and how it impacts community in different ways. Depp and Brando, in the end, help each other and everyone has a happy ending.Visually stunning from the sun drenched villages in Mexico to the indisputable glory of Johnny Depp on the beach in an open shirt with his perfect torso, seductive eyes and killer cheekbones, this is a real gem for every romantic or even more so for those who have forgotten what romance really is. The point of the movie is the endless search of real love any person has, even the well known Don Juan. There is only one word to describe this film and that is 'beautiful'. The acting, directing, plot and even Don Juan's accent can be described as beautiful. Their clothes, hair, make-up are all cherished like one would cherish an amazing wildflower, or a spectacular sunset. Brando does a great job portraying a character who must maintain the rational perspective of a psychiatrist, but who is also a man - a husband - complete with his own needs and regrets. The music accompanies the story so beautifully that the songs simply will not leave one's mind after watching this flick. The Michael Kamen score as well as Bryan Adams: "Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman" play fragrantly throughout carrying us through fanciful tales. The pace is too slow for today's instant gratification crowd, but for those into some of these hidden film jewels, this will be a total joy.Overall rating: 8 out of 10.
Smoreni Zmaj First time I ever went to movies with my first girlfriend, first encounter with Johnny Depp and forever one of my favorite movies.9/10Character is based on Lord Byron's Don Huan, movie is produced by Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Kamen was in charge of music, main song is one of the most beautiful love songs ever written, and with such geniuses as Johnny Depp, Faye Dunaway and, one of the best actors of all times, Marlon Brando in leading roles, movie is simply perfect.In my opinion, essence of this movie, and also essence of life itself, is perfectly described in one of the last sentences of this movie: "Why not..."
Reno Rangan One of the earliest films for Johnny Depp and very surprising. Thematically, the film is for the grown ups, but well made without too much sexual exploit. That means you can comfortably sit and watch with your family. This is not actually about Don Juan, but kind of 'The Fall'. I mean the flashback reveals everything and remains as a mystery.The story follows a man who himself declares the real Don Juan DeMarco, the greatest lover of the world. So he ends in a psychiatric centre for the treatment after trying to commit suicide. A doctor who is on the verge to retire set to treat him and when the DeMarco narrates his life story, the doctor too inspires to reinstate his romantic life. The remaining narration tells how they work out to solve the issue once for all.Not a masterpiece, but kind of interesting drama, particularly for how the film characters were drawn. And the story was built cleverly, till the final scene by giving out the viewers a positive message that worth living life to love and to be loved. So if you opt it for the title, not a bad choice, since the theme remains about the love, even the person you are looking for is not present. More like it is a metaphor, when it comes to the real Don Juan and the one in this film. Like people say god is everywhere, the love is as well and so the version/personality of Don Juan in every person.Johnny Depp was so good, an ideal person to play the title role. Marlon Brando was too great, in a simple way. The rest of the cast was not bad, but the entire film focused on these two than anybody else. It's been nearly 25 years since it came out, but I feel a remake would be not a bad idea with changes in the script. Todays writer and directors are clever at doing that, but it should come from a big banner with big names. Maybe Johnny Deep to play the doctor in the modern version. I hope some filmmakers read this and consider that. Meanwhile, it is a worthy film, so it a try.7/10