Planes, Trains And Automobiles
"Those Arent't Pillows!" Edition
Steve Martin and John Candy star in John Hughes' classic take of holiday travel gone awry. Neal Page (Martin) is an uptight advertising executive trying to get home to Chicago for Thanksgiving. When his flight is rerouted to Wichita, he reluctantly partners with Del Griffith (Candy), an obnoxious yet loveable salesman. Together, they embark on a cross-country adventure that includes various modes of transportation, hilarious mishaps, and unforgettable rental car shenanigans.
Planes, Trains And Automobiles is "a screwball comedy with a heart" (Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times). Now with all-new bonus features, the "Those Aren't Pillows!" Edition is a perfect holiday treat that lasts all year.
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classic funny - kerbear
I watched this movie while travelling by train which made it even more eventful I suppose. I had forgotten how funny John Candy and Steve Martin were! The funnies just kept coming and I had a hard time not laughing histarically outload on the train. I felt so bad for Steve Martin's character, trying to get home for Thanksgiving, with only one road block from another, and at the same time loved John Candys' character for trying to be so caring and kind, but never seeming to make it happen right. They are classic funny and definitely one movie to pull out of the vault from time to time.Two greats at work - Poet
In Planes, Trains and Automobiles, we get two of the greats of the comedy world playing off each other, so, right off the bat, it is a recipe for success. As for the delivery, it doesn't fail us so we end up with a great comedy filled with laughter. There are a few sweet moments, especially towards the end, that make it all so much better.
What a coincidence though, I watched this movie on Thanksgiving weekend.Excellent Comedy With A Touching Conclusion - revsdd
They make the perfect odd couple: Steve Martin as the prim and proper, fastidious and somewhat uptight ad exec Neal Page and John Candy as the obnoxious, uncultured and unkempt shower curtain salesman Del Griffith. In the scramble to get home for Thanksgiving, and because of a massive snowstorm that closes O'Hare Airport in Chicago and diverts them to Wichita, Neal and Del become unlikely travel companions as they hit the road for Chicago in a variety of modes of transportation.
As we follow their misadventures, this becomes a very funny movie. In a strange way, both characters are equally likable and not. Neal's a good family guy who just wants to be with his family for the holidays, but he's also unforgiving and unsympathetic to others, not to mention a bit snobbish. Del talks too much and has far too many irritating habits, but he is who he is and - as he says - he likes himself and he likes people, but there's also a sadness to him that makes you want to know more about him. Martin and Candy played off each other perfectly, and there are many absolutely hilarious moments throughout. I think my favourite scene is as they travel the wrong way down the highway. Ultimately, the mystery about Del's life and Del's wife is revealed, which leads to a very touching scene at the movie's close, as Neal is moved to invite Del to his home and family for Thanksgiving.
In a movie I enjoyed very much, the only thing I didn't like was the scene in which Neal loses his cool with the car rental agent and spews forth an ongoing chain of the "f-word" at her. I realize this scene has to be looked at in context. I realize it presented an interesting view of the character finally losing it, but to me - although I'm no prude - it was far too out of character for Neal and too out of place when compared to the rest of the movie. That scene aside, though, this movie is one of the best comedies that you'll ever see - a must-see holiday film.
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classic funny - kerbear
I watched this movie while travelling by train which made it even more eventful I suppose. I had forgotten how funny John Candy and Steve Martin were! The funnies just kept coming and I had a hard time not laughing histarically outload on the train. I felt ...Two greats at work - Poet
In Planes, Trains and Automobiles, we get two of the greats of the comedy world playing off each other, so, right off the bat, it is a recipe for success. As for the delivery, it doesn't fail us so we end up with a great comedy filled with laughter. There ...Excellent Comedy With A Touching Conclusion - revsdd
They make the perfect odd couple: Steve Martin as the prim and proper, fastidious and somewhat uptight ad exec Neal Page and John Candy as the obnoxious, uncultured and unkempt shower curtain salesman Del Griffith. In the scramble to get home for Thanksgiving, ...