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In this modern variation of CYRANO DE BERGERAC, Abby (Janeane Garofalo) is a savvy, witty veterinarian who hosts a radio show about pets. She and a caller named Brian (Ben Cha...Read more
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A dog brings together a man and woman and another woman
One of my favorite movies! Janeane Garofalo and Uma Thurman are great in this, add Ben Chaplin then you have a wonderful romantic comedy. Have watched it every time it comes o...Read more
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Uma Rocks
This is one of those fun romantic comadies about how we perseve ourselves, how others perseve us and about how very different those two things are --- The movie starts with j...Read more

The Truth About Cats and Dogs (DVD, 2001)

Michael Lehmann, Janeane Garofalo, Uma Thurman|Theatrical release: 1996 | Rating: PG-13 (MPAA)

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In this modern variation of CYRANO DE BERGERAC, Abby (Janeane Garofalo) is a savvy, witty veterinarian who hosts a radio show about pets. She and a caller named Brian (Ben Chaplin) are drawn to each other while talking during her show, but when Brian asks Abby to describe herself, the average-looking woman cannot resist offering a description of her statuesque, gorgeous, and slightly dim-witted neighbor, Noelle (Uma Thurman), instead. Later, Brian makes a surprise visit to the radio station just when Noelle also happens to be there--and naturally thinks she's Abby. Scared of what might happen if Brian learned the truth, Abby asks Noelle to continue the masquerade. To complicate matters more, Brian is such a wonderful guy that both women fall for him. Will Abby--or Noelle--fess up to Brian? And will either one win his heart? Michael Lehmann (HEATHERS, AIRHEADS) directed this romantic comedy that tackles friendship, loyalty, matters of the heart, and the things that make people fall in love.

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  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Rating: PG-13 (MPAA)
  • Film Country: USA
  • UPC: 024543013808

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Genre:Comedies
Format:DVD
Region:Region 1

eBay Product ID: EPID3368246
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Movie trailer and editorial reviews

"...[Garofalo forges] the path for a newfangled cinematic heroine..."
Premiere - Christine Spines (04/01/1996)

"...Its spirited banter cleverly disguises its critique of the cultural importance of physical appearance....[Garafalo gives] a rich performance..."
Sight and Sound - Karen Krizanovitch (07/01/1996)

"...Uma Thurman proves she's equally adept at goofy and gorgeous..."
USA Today - Susan Wloszczyna (04/26/1996)

"...[Garofalo] comes into her own as a romantic star..." -- Rating: B+
Entertainment Weekly - Owen Gleiberman (04/26/1996)

"...Charming performances....Garofalo has quickly established herself as a real presence with a perfectly droll delivery, while Thurman is shown off to good effect..."
Variety - Brian Lowry (04/08/1996)

"...Directed with steady laughs and disarming comic finesse....Ms. Garofalo shows a look of resignation that's truly and unexpectedly heartbreaking..."
New York Times - Janet Maslin (04/26/1996)

"...[A] warmhearted, quick-footed comedy....[Garofalo] is so likable, so sympathetic, so revealing of her character's doubts and desires, that she carries us headlong into the story..."
Chicago Sun-Times - Roger Ebert (04/26/1996)

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A dog brings together a man and woman and another woman

Created: 22/03/08
One of my favorite movies! Janeane Garofalo and Uma Thurman are great in this, add Ben Chaplin then you have a wonderful romantic comedy. Have watched it every time it comes on cable, thought it was time to purchase the DVD. It's good to see the underdog win or that's what Dr. Abby Barnes thinks she is.
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Uma Rocks

Created: 24/07/06
This is one of those fun romantic comadies about how we perseve ourselves, how others perseve us and about how very different those two things are --- The movie starts with jenneane garofalo setting up a date with a guy who she meets on the radio - She then gets her neigbore (uma thermen) to pretend to be her so that he doesn't find out how "hidiously ugly" she is --- when The truth comes out who will he chose beauty or Brains???
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The Truth About Cats and Dogs

Created: 14/10/09
A funny movie, but definitaly a girlie movie. It is a romantic comedy. A radio talk show girl gets a crush on a guy but is to shy to talk to him because she is afraid he won't like the way she looks. She has her friend pretend that she is her. A very good movie
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This is a wonderful movie!

Created: 07/02/09
I absolutely love this movie! I identify with Abby and can understand how she feels about herself and how her insecurities can get in the way. I have a sister that looks a lot like Noel...so i have been in her shoes. I cannot resist watching this movie anytime it comes on. I'm very happy that i will have it on DVD now. :)
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The Truth About Cats and Dogs [2001, DVD]

Created: 11/05/07
The Truth About Cats and Dogs is very, very good comedy which makes you feel
film that you everyhone can enjoy watching.
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