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Overview

Bonnie Hunt's warmhearted romantic fable Return to Me comes to DVD with a widescreen anamorphic transfer that preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1. A closed-captioned English soundtrack is rendered in Dolby Digital 5.1, while a Spanish soundtrack has been recorded in Dolby Digital Surround. Spanish and French subtitles are accessible. Supplemental materials include a commentary track recorded by Hunt and co-writer Don Lake, a music video, and a deleted scene featuring Carroll O'Connor, whose last film this was. This is a very strong disc from MGM/UA.
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Special Features

Audio commentary by Bonnie Hunt and Don Lake; "What if I Loved You" music video; Deleted scene featuring Carroll O'Connor
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Editorial Reviews

Barnes & Noble - Amy Robinson
Actress Bonnie Hunt, whose resume includes work in such films such as Jerry Maguire and The Green Mile as well as two critically acclaimed but short-lived TV series, makes her directorial debut with this romantic comedy about the joys of family and the heartaches of organ donations. David Duchovny stars as a grieving widower who finds love with a kindly waitress played by Minnie Driver and her eccentric extended family. All the while he has no idea she was the recipient of his dead wife's heart. While Duchovny exudes a low-key comedic charm and Driver a quirky vulnerability, Return to Me really shines in its ensemble work. The true highlights here are Hunt's own subplot as the wife of blustery but gentle Jim Belushi and the long-awaited return of Carroll O'Connor to the big screen. Well observed, consistently amusing, and often touching, Return to Me is a love letter to its characters and to the city of Chicago.
All Movie Guide - Karl Williams
The directorial debut of respected actress Bonnie Hunt, Return to Me is a polished and skillfully realized romantic comedy that literally reverses the tearjerker formula by placing its tragic death at the film's beginning rather than the conclusion. Instead of a tale of doomed romance, Hunt has created (with her writing partner Don Lake, who also appears in a humorous cameo), a story that's not exactly the high-concept Hollywood standard: the journey of two people slowly and intelligently putting their lives back together. The director, who cast the film with many of her personal friends from the acting community, pulls fully engaged, grounded performances from her film's protagonists, David Duchovny and Minnie Driver. Driver has earned her chops in this genre with hits such as Circle of Friends (1995) and Grosse Pointe Blank (1997), but Duchovny, noted for his trademark icy reserve, is a revelation as a man with a deeply painful emotional life. An underrated gem that deserved more attention from critics and audiences, Return to Me marks the freshman project of a filmmaker with a promising future behind the camera.
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 10/31/2000
  • UPC: 027616853417
  • Original Release: 2000

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  • Source: Mgm (Video & Dvd)
  • Region Code: 1
  • Aspect Ratio: Theatre Wide-Screen (1.85.1)
  • Presentation: Wide Screen / Dolby 5.1 / Stereo
  • Sound: Dolby Digital, stereo
  • Language: English, Español
  • Time: 1:56:00
  • Format: DVD

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
David Duchovny Bob Rueland
Minnie Driver Grace Briggs
Jim Belushi Joe Dayton
Chris Barnes Jeff
David Alan Grier Charlie Johnson
Carroll O'Connor Marty O’Reilly
Bonnie Hunt Megan Dayton
Holly Biniak Big Hair
Ed Jones Emmett McFadden
LaTaunya Bounds Zebra Girl
Robert Loggia Angelo Pardipillo
Marianne Muellerleile Sophie
Jack Cooper Ballroom Bartender
Dick Cusack Mr. Bennington
Joely Richardson Elizabeth Rueland
Rudy Gabor Italian Singer
Romano Ghini Cappucino Man
Joey Gian Singer
Austin Samuel Hibbs Austin Dayton
Brian Howe Mike
Alice Hunt Nancy
Carol Hunt Nurse Alice
Kevin Hunt ER Doctor
Patrick Hunt Danny
Tom Hunt Tom
Walter Jacobs M.C.
Franklin E. Jones Chester
Claire Lake ER Nurse
Don Lake Transplant Man
Laura Larsen Laura Dayton
Tim O'Malley Patrick
David Pasquesi Tony
Karson Pound Karson Dayton
Angelo Ricco Italian Singer
Paola Sebastiani Nurse
Tom Senderak Paramedic
Peter B. Spector Valet Guy
Tyler Spitzer Tyler Dayton
Adam Tanguay Adam Dayton
Harry Teinowitz Ice Cream Clerk
Jennie Lew-Tugend Paramedic
Tamara Tungate Celia
Becky Veduccio Shari
Tom Virtue Dr. Senderak
Lilliana Vitale Nun
Darryl Warren Father Rudy
Holly Wortell Marsha
William Zirko Italian Singer
Alan Gresik's Swing Shift Orchestra AG Orchestra
Lindsey Allen Delivery Girl
Gabriella Arena Nun
Edward Ballog Italian Singer
William Bronder Wally Jatczak
Technical Credits
Bonnie Hunt Director, Original Story, Screenwriter
Lis Bothwell Costumes/Costume Designer
Daniel Clancy Set Decoration/Design
Garth Craven Editor
C.O. Erickson Executive Producer
Mali Finn Casting
Samantha Goodman Original Story
Melanie Greene Executive Producer
Robert Grieve Sound Editor
Laszlo Kovacs Cinematographer
David W. Krummel Art Director
Don Lake Original Story, Screenwriter
Nicholas Pike Score Composer
Artist Robinson Asst. Director
Kerry Sanders Set Decoration/Design
Andrew Stern Original Story
Brent Thomas Production Designer
Jennie Lew Tugend Producer
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Scene Index

Scene Selections.
0. Scene Selections.
1. Logo/Main Title. [3:18]
2. Rehearsal With Sydney. [1:24]
3. Mel Waits. [1:39]
4. Fundraising. [1:40]
5. A Bad Heart. [1:39]
6. A Sizable Donation. [4:25]
7. Heart Trauma. [:57]
8. The Call. [2:59]
9. "She's Not Coming Home." [2:24]
10. Waiting/The New Heart. [3:33]
11. Best Male Singer. [4:19]
12. A Great Listener. [1:37]
13. To Mail Or Not. [4:20]
14. Old Habits Die Hard. [3:23]
15. The Ticket. [3:40]
16. Dating Hell. [10:56]
17. Meet The Ex-Priest. [4:13]
18. "His Wife Is Dead." [2:07]
19. The Shower Cap. [3:44]
20. "It's Like A Garden." [2:06]
21. First Date. [5:01]
22. Senior Bowling. [4:17]
23. Frankie's Magic. [4:00]
24. "He's No Joe." [6:35]
25. The Revelation, Part I. [1:01]
26. What Was God Thinking?. [5:36]
27. The Revelation, Part II. [1:37]
28. When In Rome... . [5:56]
29. A Heart At Home. [3:09]
30. ...Do As The Romans Do. [4:21]
31. For Elizabeth. [2:45]
32. End Credits. [2:10]
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Main.
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Special Features.
   Audio Commentary with Director and Co-writer Bonnie Hunt and Co-writer Don Lake
   "What If I Loved You" Music Video
   Deleted Scence-"Danny Boy"
   Chapters
Languages.
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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    return to me

    good movie. has the right blend of love, laughter & tears.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Excellent love story

    This is a great love story with the perfect blend of comedy. You'll laugh and cry and come full circle to a perfect ending.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    You'll return to "Return To Me" over and over!

    "What an unlikely pair" was my first thought when I saw David Duchovny and Minnie Driver in the preview to this Bonnie Hunt directed romantic comedy. But after watching this wonderful film, I just couldn't see anyone else doing these roles. Bonnie Hunt has put together a brilliant cast in an accomplished film that warms your heart and lifts your soul. Duchovny plays the part of Bob Rueland, an architect who is happily married to Elizabeth (played by Joely Richardson), a dedicated zoologist who is killed in a car accident. While he goes through the grief of losing his wife in death, another woman, Grace Briggs (played by Minnie Driver), is given new hope for life as she is given a heart in a transplant. It is Elizabeth's heart however that Grace receives that saves her life. After about a year, Bob begins to finally piece his life back together and meets Grace at an Italian/Irish restaurant that her grandfather owns where she works as a server. There is an immediate attraction between the two, and they begin to fall in love, neither aware that it is Elizabeth's heart that she carries. Bonnie Hunt crafts a delicate subject into a humorous, heart-warming and sometimes tearful story of courage and love. The supporting cast were all wonderful and believable, and the chemistry between Duchovny and Driver was perfect. This is without a doubt one of the best romantic comedys I have ever seen, and I have watched it numerous times, and I am sure I will watch it numerous times again. I highly recommend "Return To Me" to anyone!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    You'll Return To "Return To Me" Over & Over!

    "What an unlikely pair" was my first thought when I saw David Duchovny and Minnie Driver in the preview to this Bonnie Hunt directed romantic comedy. But after watching this wonderful film, I just couldn't see anyone else doing these roles. Bonnie Hunt has put together a brilliant cast in an accomplished film that warms your heart and lifts your soul. Duchovny plays the part of Bob Rueland, an architect who is happily married to Elizabeth (played by Joely Richardson), a dedicated zoologist who is killed in a car accident. While he goes through the grief of losing his wife in death, another woman, Grace Briggs (played by Minnie Driver), is given new hope for life as she is given a heart in a transplant. It is Elizabeth's heart however that Grace receives that saves her life. After about a year, Bob begins to finally piece his life back together and meets Grace at an Italian/Irish restaurant that her grandfather owns where she works as a server. There is an immediate attraction between the two, and they begin to fall in love, neither aware that it is Elizabeth's heart that she carries. Bonnie Hunt crafts a delicate subject into a humorous, heart-warming and sometimes tearful story of courage and love. The supporting cast were all wonderful and believable, and the chemistry between Duchovny and Driver was perfect. This is without a doubt one of the best romantic comedys I have ever seen, and I have watched it numerous times, and I am sure I will watch it numerous times again. I highly recommend "Return To Me" to anyone!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    I Had One, Too

    This story was especially poignant to me since I had a heart transplant almost ten years ago.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Great Movie

    This movie is absolutely adorable. Bonnie Hunt is hilarious and the old guys crack me up everytime! If you get the DVD, listen to the Director's commentary - you get to know the little quarks of the movie. Great movie overall! WATCH IT!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Awesome movie

    I wasn't going to watch this movie until I saw the cast. But now I'm glad I did. This is one of the best comedy/romance movies I have seen.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    I Didn't Think I Would Like This Movie...

    (by Larry D. Bohall, author of Marytr's Cry: The Mystery for Hopeless Romantics): Boy, was I surprised! I not only liked this movie, I LOVED it! Oh, sure...it stretches believability quite a bit, but so what? It's done with class, finesse, and an amazing touch of sweetness. Bonnie Hunt is wonderful, and she did an incredible job making this movie...I hope she makes many, many more. I was especially moved by David Duchovny's scene with the dog (much more effective than the ones with the gorilla).

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    One of the most romantic movies ever made!

    I'm not much of a fan of David Duchovney or Minne Driver, but the story line was interesting. As soon as the credits rolled, I wanted to watch the movie again. I laughed and cried at this touching, and unique storyline. David and Minnie are the perfect couple. David's facial expressions and ability to play the romantic lead are priceless. There are hillarious moments, as well as touching ones. The music in the movie is also wonderful, and really complements the entire storyline. If you buy the DVD, check out the commentary by Bonnie Hunt. It's great, because she doesn't talk over the whole movie, like on some DVD's. You can actually hear the movie-and it's like she is watching the movie along with you, only adding comments that she thinks are relative to the story.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Character actors make this movie!

    When you've had a bad day and just want to go home and be pleasantly entertained, this movie fills the bill! Carroll O'Connor, Robert Logia, Bonnie Hunt and Jim Belushi are wonderful in supporting roles. The love story is sweet, if not to be believed, but then what is? Very nice soundtrack, too.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 16, 2002

    My Favorite Movie!!!

    This is my all-time favorite movie!!! I'm in college and my roommates and I watch it all the time! It will always be one of my favorite romantic movies ever!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 10, 2002

    One you can't miss

    As soon as Return To Me was released on video I rushed out to but it. I've seen it 40 times at least. I still cry, laugh, get goose bumps and cannot wait to see it again. It is a beautful romantic comedy that deserves rave reviews. People of all ages will enjoy it. Its is, so far, my favorite movie of all time.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    A must for any Irish/Italian American

    I loved this movie as did my dad and the rest of the family. The cast of characters will crack you up b/c they remind you of your own family. A must see!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    A Terrific Chick Flick....Even for Guys

    This is Bonnie Hunt's first movie as a director. She's done a great job, as did the writers and the cast. It's a sweet, sweet movie with a story-line that isn't formula. You'll love Carroll O'Connor and Jim Belushi as much as you do David Duchovny and Minne Driver.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Who says you can't please everybody?

    I've watched this with friends, family, co-workers, and mere acquaintances... it never fails as a true crowd pleaser. The male roles are thoroughly real and the women are as strong and intelligent as your best friend.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Great Movie!!!

    Movies like this come along once in a while. Very well written. We use to call those Melodramas. Great movie to watch with your wife.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Fall in love all over again!

    Viewers will fall in love with this movie! David Duchovny (Bob Rueland) strays from his traditional x-files role to capture the hearts of viewers in this romantic comedy with costar Minnie Driver. These two are great together! A unique and surprising mixture of romance, humor, and real life events. I've watched this movie three times and never get tired of it. It always seems to lift my spirits every time I watch it and really help me to appreciate life and live it to the fullest!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 19, 2001

    A romantic movie even dad liked!

    I saw this movie opening weekend with my parents and even my dad was happy at the end. Bonnie Hunt has written/directed a movie that really appeals to the whole family. She took an idea that was tricky to work with and created a phenomenal film. The cast is wonderful! This is really the best movie I saw all year. I recommend this movie to everyone and no one has been disappointed.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 4, 2001

    A Wonderful Film!

    I so enjoyed this movie. It was totally absorbing and entertaining. I want Bonnie Hunt to know what a great film she has made. I was soooo disappointed there wasn't a bigger box office for her. I told everyone I knew they needed to get out to see it. Sadly it left too soon. Now I will own it and have friends over to enjoy it.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    Charming and Romantic...

    In this charming and romantic comedy, it is truly the hilarious supporting cast that makes this an outstanding movie. The witty dialogue will make you smile, and the soundtrack is just fantastic. I highly recommend it!!

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