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The Paper Chase (DVD, 2003)

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Hart (Timothy Bottoms) is a Harvard Law School freshman whose problems are intensified when he falls in love with the daughter (Lindsay Wagner) of a tyrannical professor, played to the hilt by John Houseman. Based on the novel by John Jay Osborn Jr., THE PAPER CHASE follows the progression of a group of freshman struggling to stay afloat in a world of high pressure and immense competition, where top grades seem to be the difference between life and death. Hart is a slightly naive but bright midwesterner who must prove himself in the arena of Professor Kingsfield's (Houseman) brilliant but cruel classroom. Hart becomes obsessed with excelling in Kingsfield's class, pushing himself to the brink until he meets Susan (Wagner) and falls in love with her only to discover that she is Kingsfield's daughter. As Hart becomes more involved with Susan, he begins to question whether he really wants to become part of the system Harvard's preparing him for. The film is a dazzlingly authentic and moving depiction of the trials and tribulations of law school, brought to life by the breathtaking performance of legendary actor John Houseman in an Oscar-winning performance. Directed enthusiastically by James Bridges, THE PAPER CHASE is one of the greatest renderings of education ever captured on film.

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UPC0024543073864
eBay Product ID (ePID)3440042

Product Key Features

ActorJohn Houseman, Lindsay Wagner, Timothy Bottoms
RatingG
Movie/TV TitlePaper Chase
DirectorJames Bridges, Robert C. Thompson
FormatDVD
Release Year2003
GenreDrama

Additional Product Features

Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Leading RoleJohn Houseman, Lindsay Wagner, Timothy Bottoms
Film CountryUSA
Release Date20030603

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  • by sojourn77
    06 Mar, 2023

    Houseman at his best!

    John Houseman characterized as a law school professor puts him at his best. Lindsey Wagner and Timmothy Bottoms are superb in their roles as daughter and student in a compelling drama.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by basemiller
    05 Oct, 2021

    Sublime.. Real.. Perfection

    One of the best films I've ever seen. Houseman completely outdid himself, as did all the other players. No 'high conflict', and certainly not over-acted,... but just a slice out of a year in Harvard Law School which felt very real. A really smart movie.. and would to high heaven that movies like this were still being made.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by rubegutierre-6
    09 Oct, 2022

    Great College Movie

    Movie about Harvard law students dealing with a strict professor, study groups, one students romance with the professors daughter.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by forhall
    30 Jan, 2019

    Always a great flick. Gets better with age.

    Saw it in 1973 when I graduated from law school. This was about Harvard, but the characters could be anywhere. Hadn't seen it in over 30 years, and had to own it. Always a great flick. Gets better with age.

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  • by blueboats
    05 Oct, 2021

    None better

    Entertaining, great acting, Good story line. Held my interest,

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by roberbrighto-0
    16 Apr, 2019

    Excellent

    I saw this movie back then...the story line and actors left a positive and quisitive impression on me which decades later prompted me to revisit that by the dvd.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by c415bbe
    21 May, 2020

    Fun to Watch

    Good movie. Glad I was able to buy it on eBay.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by kevigorge_0
    01 Apr, 2020

    Great Classic

    I’ve watched it several times over the years. Love having it in my permanent collection now.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • by tedpoemily
    15 Mar, 2021

    The Paper Chase is a fine movie.

    The Paper Chase is a fine movie. This copy worked fine.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • by oakla-50
    25 Aug, 2021

    Outstanding!

    Outstanding dramatization of what going to Law School is really like. Houseman, Bottoms, & especially Lindsay Wagner are Excellent!

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