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Connie And Carla (Full Screen Edition)
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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9781417017904
Format: AC-3, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, DVD-Video, Full Screen, Subtitled, NTSC
ISBN: 1417017902
Label: Universal Studios
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed),
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
MPN: D25800D
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Universal Studios
Region Code: 1
Release Date: August 17, 2004
Running Time: 108 minutes
Studio: Universal Studios
Theatrical Release Date: April 16, 2004
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Editorial Review:
Some Like It Hot gets a queer makeover in Connie and Carla, a lightweight comedy from the writer and star of My Big Fat Greek Wedding. In Billy Wilder's classic, Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis teamed up in a male-as-female drag comedy, whereas here, writer-star Nia Vardalos goes a step further (and several derivative steps backwards), teaming up with Toni Collette as the titular heroines, playing women posing as men posing as women--kind of like Victor/Victoria with excess mascara. They witness a murder, and the killer knows it, so they hightail it out to West Hollywood, where (with the help of poodle wigs and garish cosmetics) they blend in with the performing drag queens at the Handlebar club, where queer makeovers are fabulously mandatory. Connie (that's Vardalos, to Collette's ditzy Carla) gets the hots for a drag queen's straight brother (David Duchovny), and even Debbie Reynolds pitches in to give a show that any gay crowd would love. There are some well-earned laughs along the way, but the whole thing feels like a sitcom we've seen before, which pretty much summarizes Vardalos's career to date. Vardalos has genuine comedic talent (and so does Collette), but it's adrift in this hash of old ideas. --Jeff Shannon
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - I wanted to hate it, but ...
On principle, I wanted to hate this movie. I'm really tired of movies or television shows that exploit the gay community, depicting all gay men as cartoonish drama queens obsessed with superficial things, while dubiously preaching "tolerance". And in terms of the story, it's derivative and borrows from a slew of other movies including (but not limited to) "Sister Act", "To Wong Foo", "Romy & Michelle's High School Reunion" and even "Thelma and Louise". But there was something about this movie ... Read More
Rating:  - What a gem!
Connie and Carla is one of the most hilarious, heart-warming, feel-good movies I've ever seen! Despite the drag queen premise, this DVD will appeal to a broad audience because ultimately it is about people, dealing with the problems facing them in the most creative and life-affirming manner imaginable!
The appearance of the always fabulous Debbie Reynolds is the cherry on top of this frothy and sweet delight. (And, yes, we did love her in What's the Matter With Helen!!) ... Read More
Rating: - Dinner Theatre
Connie and Carla is a real delight, original and touching. The music and singing are good and the storyline is a funny fantasy with an emotional tug few films deliver. A cult film with appeal.
This film might not be the perfect match for children of a certain age if their parents are not prepared to let them see a movie about the subject of men dressing up like women or being gay. On the whole, the storyline is well suited for provoking discussion concerning those topics - if for ... Read More
Rating: - D King
A thoroughly enjoyable movie. Sad and hilarious parts but most importantly was David Duchovny's role as locating and trying to get to know his estranged brother and the gradual understanding, appreciation and acceptance of his brother's lifestyle. David Duchovny did a superb job and for me this was the core/message of the movie. He loved his brother for who he was and the lifestyle he lived made no difference.
Rating: - What A Fun Film!
After having watched this movie once, I was hooked and just HAD to have it. I am a real Toni Collette fan, and she certainly shines in this one. Nia Vardalos only adds to the sparkle. Great "MUST-SEE" movie that is too fun!
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