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The first time I saw "Boogie Nights" in a theater, I walked out flabbergasted. I'd never been that affected by a movie since "Pulp Fiction" (and that's saying a lot). After being numbed by a decade's worth of stark, Kevin Smith-style indie banalities, I just wasn't used to seeing a movie that covered that much emotional and cultural ground. I saw it three more times in the theater, never getting bored with it. I own it today on video. I really can't say enough great things about this amazing movie. A movie which will no doubt be regarded as a classic in years to come.

I rented Boogie Nights last week and I could tell you, when I watched the film I had a blast. If you think that when you watch the film you will get sicked by the porn. I mean yes, if your not a porn person who can't bother being by it, than this isn't the film to see. But the thing is, the whole film isn't really about porn. Well halfway through the film is about the porn industry but the other half is about the character development and the bad situations these characters go through. The actors played there roles perfect, especially Mark Wahlberg, John C. Reilly, and William H. Macy. The sex scenes, of course are terrific but mainly focus on the character's hype in porn films until there struggles. Excellent film, one of the best! Hedeen's Outlook: 10/10 **** A+

"Boogie Nights" (1997) written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, is a technical statement by an awe-inspiring director in the making.PTA's direction is focused, deliberate, and in line with the great pacing of his own screenplay.Actors are all great, in particular Julian Moore, and as usual, Philip Seymour-Hoffman steals the show with his remarkable talent in a supporting role. Truly one of the greatest actors of his generation. Mark Wahlberg surprises as worthingly competent.Cinematography in particular is astounding and immersive; hereunder the one-takes are incredibly awesome.Editing is excellent - serves the right purpose - lots of dynamics between fast cuts establishing implied references and purposeful long-takes immersing the viewer in the film.Score is great, lots of disco and funk - awesome as well.Highly recommended as a great film by an aspiring world class director.