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Three to Tango |  | Director: Damon Santostefano
Actors: Neve Campbell, Matthew Perry, Dylan McDermott, Oliver Platt, Cylk Cozart
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  58 reviews
Sales Rank: 30757
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 98 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.6 x 0.5
MPN: WARD16986D
ISBN: 0790748762
UPC: 085391698623
EAN: 9780790748764
ASIN: B00003CX77
Theatrical Release Date: 1999
Release Date: April 11, 2000
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Product Description
Business tycoon asks a friend he thinks is gay to spy on his girlfriend.
Genre: Feature Film-Comedy
Rating: PG13
Release Date: 3-FEB-2004
Media Type: DVD
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A charming but problematic romantic comedy, Three to Tango wobbles between sublime farce and ridiculous contrivance in its detailing of the romantic triangle between an architect (Matthew Perry), a rich businessman (Dylan McDermott), and the businessman's mistress (Neve Campbell). What's the catch? Well, after an absurd misunderstanding, McDermott believes Perry to be gay when in actuality it's Perry's architectural partner (Oliver Platt) who is. Thinking Perry is "safe" material, the jealous McDermott enlists him to watch over Campbell so she doesn't flirt with any other guys, the tacit understanding being that if Perry keeps her out of anyone's arms, a lucrative job will be his. Of course, Perry's instantly smitten, and Campbell takes to him immediately. Both are flummoxed when McDermott reveals Perry's orientation, in one of the film's many subtly rich and funny scenes; Campbell's confused but accommodating, and Perry freaks out inside when he understands that if he wants to keep his job and stay out of debt he has to pretend to have no romantic feelings whatsoever for the woman he loves--and be her constant companion and closest friend. When it sticks to farce-screwball mixed with drawing-room comedy, Three to Tango closely resembles Tootsie, in which another man pretended to be something he wasn't in order to keep his job and his proximity to the woman he loves. However, it's the "gay issue"--and that's exactly how it's dealt with, quotation marks and all--that sadly sabotages the film. Whereas in Tootsie Dustin Hoffman's cross-dressing was taken in stride, the issue of Perry's supposed homosexuality is treated as an oppressive burden; it's not only borderline offensive, it badly bungles the film's delicate dynamics, weighing down a feather-light romance with excess baggage. It's too bad, because Perry and Campbell are better than you'd ever have any reason to believe; their courtship is genuinely funny and touching, and after a while you'll find emotional investment in these two ending up together. Despite the film's problems, they manage to pull it over the finish line. --Mark Englehart
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 Perry & Campbell are sensational! June 1, 2000
Babushka (Long Beach, CA)
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
First & foremost, I don't really mind what I have been hearing from the tabloids about Matthew Perry and Neve Campbell. Actually when I heard this movie is out, I was intrigued. I picked this movie deliberately from Amazon when Perry and Campbell were featured with Dylan McDermott of The Practice in the title cover of the DVD. And when I saw it, they were sensational as they were paired up for the first time in this savvy romantic comedy masterpiece. The story is very original of its kind since "The Object of my Affection" with Paul Rudd & Jennifer Aniston. In that movie, a straight female falls in love with an openly gay guy who are not meant for each other romantically. While in Three to Tango, we see quite the opposite - a straight guy, who is misunderstood of being gay, falls in love with a straight gal, who thought that he's gay, and at the end were meant for each other. As intrigue comes to embrace its viewers, the story is beautifully directed and well portrayed. The movie kicks off with two architectural partners, Oscar Novak and Peter Steinberg played by Perry and co-star Oliver Platt respectively, together pursuing a job opportunity with a Forbes' tycoon, charles Newman played by McDermott. When Newman finds out their gay status, Steinberg & Novak was awarded its big break, except for Oscar Novak, who was misunderstood of being gay, was given additional duties to spy on the tycoon's mistress, Amy played by Campbell, for her suspected relationship with a hunk football player, Kevin Cartwright played by Clyk Cozart. Wait what you are about to hear when Kevin confesses his attraction to Oscar. And wait to see the part when Oscar was selected and honored as "Gay Professional of the Year". It's chaotic fun just like the good old school days. Towards the end, Oscar confesses his true identity during his honorary speech and his love for Amy. The final act is a kissing scene of Oscar & Amy, which put the viewers to draw their conclusions especially for Friends and Party of Five fans. For the movie theme, it's love conquers all. But for desperate fans seeking gossip, the movie creates this hysteria, when these two were paired up for the first time. And Three to Tango became a hit. Adding to the praise is the superb musical score. The swing era of the 50s and 60s is well adapted to the atmosphere of humor around this modern story. If you're expanding your gay library or if you're just starting to build one, or if you're a huge fan of Friends and Party of Five, then you'll like this one. After all, Perry & Campbell are just among the youngest and cutest stars around.
Funny- a delight, Neve Campbell delivers! April 17, 2000
Padraic Mulcahy (Montlcair, Virginia)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I totally agree with all of the other reviews posted on this sight. I thought Neve Campbell gave a hilarious performance along with Matthew Perry who I also enjoy as a performer. The script, could of had a little more of a bite to it, but the movie was a delight. I strongly recommend this to every body. It's a great family movie, on the count that there is a little bit of sex-related humor. You will laugh, and enjoy this delightful, pure, and truthful movie about love and money. Three to tango, is definately a movie for guys, girls and the family. Go out and rent it today. Enjoy!
What can I say? June 25, 2003
Y. Collins (Fairfax, VA United States)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This movie has 'Matthew Perry vehicle' written all over it (which is not a bad thing--I like Matthew Perry). Thank goodness someone had the foresight to include talented Canadian beauty Neve Campbell, (obviously) one of my favorite actors, on the vehicle. She TOTALLY carries the movie wherever Perry fails to make the cut. Perry and Campbell have WONDERFUL chemistry. There are a few surprises in this movie that definitely make it unique. I have to say, though, that I could have completely done without the interplay between Campbell's character and her married lover. Fortunately, that didn't compromise the charm of this tasty romantic tale, which has become one of my all-time favorite romantic comedies. I definitely recommend making a copy of this your own.
Defense against Editorial Review... September 18, 2003
Jessi (Maryland, USA)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
The editorial review of this movie mentioned that the film was lessened by the reaction to the situation of Matthew Perry's character having to pretend to be gay. The writer suggested that the issue of his mistaken homosexuality was treated as a 'burden'. This movie never implied anything negative about homosexuality. If anything, the opposite is most certainly true. The situation was difficult because Perry was pretending to be something he wasn't. That was the point, to express from a straight person's point of view what gays go through every day of their lives. The overlying theme of this movie is that everyone has a right to be proud of who they are.
A Funny And Sensitive Movie June 22, 2002
Jim Mueller (Oak Creek, WI United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I like off-beat movies! Some of my favorites are "Two Ninas", "Office Space", and "Three To Tango". These are a small productions with lesser known actors that are very very good. "Three To Tango" is one of those low profile but excellent movies that is under appreciated. Matthew Perry plays a talented architect who pretends to be gay in order to land a big contract. His firm lands the contract but he also is intrusted to keep an eye on his married employer's girl friend, played by Neve Campbell. You guessed it, he falls in love with the girl friend. Hiding his true feelings is both funny and touching. If you're not homophobic, I highly recommend this movie!
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