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Stephen Tobolowsky's Birthday Party

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Stephen Tobolowsky's Birthday Party (2006)

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Reviews Counted: 10 Fresh: 10  Rotten:0 Average Rating: 8/10

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Runtime: 87 mins

Synopsis: Stephen Tobolowsky is one of modern cinema's great "that guy" actors: everyone recognizes him--from great small roles in movies like GROUNDHOG DAY, BASIC INSTINCT, THELMA AND LOUISE, SPACEBALLS, and MEMENTO, to name just a few, not to mention appearances on dozens of TV shows--but very few... Stephen Tobolowsky is one of modern cinema's great "that guy" actors: everyone recognizes him--from great small roles in movies like GROUNDHOG DAY, BASIC INSTINCT, THELMA AND LOUISE, SPACEBALLS, and MEMENTO, to name just a few, not to mention appearances on dozens of TV shows--but very few people actually know his name. Robert Brinkmann's terrific documentary (and directorial debut), alternately touching and hilarious, is an intimate portrait of the talented, chameleon-esque character actor, who allowed the filmmakers to follow him around on his birthday. As he regales friends and the camera with fascinating behind-the-scenes anecdotes and stories of his Hollywood experiences, from early audition disasters to being beaten up by a group of monks, Tobolowsky proves to be a charismatic and gripping storyteller as well as a memorable face. [More]

Genre: Comedies

Starring: Stephen Tobolowsky, Amy Adams, Mena Suvari

Director: Robert Brinkmann

DVD Info

Release:

Jun 5, 2008

[DVD Details]

DVD Features:

  • Region 1
  • Keep Case
  • Anamorphic Widescreen - 16:9

Audio:

  • Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 - English

Additional Release Material:

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Trailers

Interactive Features:

  • Interactive Menus
  • Scene Selection

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...it does seem entirely likely that even those who've never heard of [Tobolowsky] will inevitably find themselves won over by the actor's warm, irresistibly inviting persona.

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05/26/08
David Nusair
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Think of Stephen as a softer, rounder, more existentially content Spalding Gray, or the film as a My Dinner with Andre in a pullover sweater and sensible shoes.

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11/20/07
Mark Bourne
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a brilliant, insightful, and hysterical look at one of our great talents.

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06/02/06
Danny Minton
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05/26/06
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid
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4/5

As possibly the most recognizable character actor of our generation, Stephen Tobolowsky has given us a gift for his birthday. It's a window into his bizarre, unglamorous life.

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05/25/06
Kevin Carr
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4/5

surprisingly, shockingly, enthralling

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05/11/06
Christopher Null
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4/5

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12/06/05
Film Threat
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3.5/4

Tobolowski is so skilled and effortless, he proves that while everyone has a story to tell, not everyone can tell a great story.

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04/17/05
Collin Souter
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4.5/5

The kind of party I'd like to attend is the one hosted by Mr. Stephen Tobolowsky - a laid back and quietly classy affair filled with fine wine and lots of great anecdotes.

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03/22/05
Scott Weinberg
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03/08/05
Film Threat
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3/4

The late Spalding Gray may have no equal living today to recreate the energy and beauty of his monologues, but Stephen Tobolowsky in this film comes close.

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03/08/05
Steve Rhodes
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