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Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audience Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9780794203566
Format: Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Letterboxed, Widescreen, NTSC
ISBN: 0794203566
Label: Fox Lorber
Manufacturer: Fox Lorber
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Fox Lorber
Region Code: 1
Release Date: July 08, 2003
Running Time: 83 minutes
Sales Rank: 59510
Studio: Fox Lorber
Theatrical Release Date: 2001
Editorial Review:
Description:
When the manager of a public records firm decides his staff of three could use some help, he hires Bartleby, the one and only candidate who applies for the job. But before long, the eccentric new employee creates an uproar by repeatedly defying his boss with the phrase 'I'd prefer not to.' 1.85 5.1 mix, interviews w/cast (in character), mini director commentary, About the Theremin video, trailer, filmographies, weblinks
Amazon.com:
Cult figure Crispin Glover lends his eerie presence to Bartleby, a modern adaptation of the classic short story 'Bartleby the Scrivener' by Herman Melville (author of Moby Dick). The unnamed manager of a public records firm (David Paymer), after receiving a commission from the city government, hires a new clerk--an inarticulate man named Bartleby (Glover), who proves to be an efficient filer. But gradually, Bartleby begins to withdraw from the world, first refusing to do additional tasks, then finally refusing to do any work at all--yet due to Bartleby's utterly passive means of refusal (he simply says, 'I would prefer not to'), the manager feels incapable of firing him. The movie inconsistently captures the subtle tone of Melville's story, but at its best Bartleby becomes quietly mesmerizing and unsettling. Also featuring Glenne Headley, Seymour Cassel, Maury Chaykin, and Joe Piscopo. --Bret Fetzer
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - The Man Who Preferred Not To...
"Bartleby", the first film directed and written by Jonathan Parker is a real gem - modern version of the Melville's short story "Bartleby the Scrivener" with absolutely amazing cast.
Crispin Glover plays Bartleby, the man who was hired, but preferred not to work and who was fired, but preferred not to leave. David Paymer is his clueless boss who tries to understand what he is dealing with. Glenne Headly is Vivian, an office secretary, the woman of many adorable talents; Maury ... Read More
Rating: - I'd prefer not to review this movie
"I'd prefer not to." That is Bartleby, the new office worker's, constant refrain, when asked to perform tasks at work. And then when he's fired and asked to leave as well. It seems that really Bartleby would prefer not to do anything.
Crispin Glover portrays the enigmatic Bartleby with the creepy calmness that is his specialty. This film is really what an independent film should be. It's clear that the budget is low, the sets are simple, the cast small, but the performances and script ... Read More
Rating: - An Apt Adaptation
Melville's sometimes disturbing and creepy text gets a fine rendition, overall, in this 2000 Jonathan Parker adaptation. Crispin Glover is remarkable as Bartelby, and Glenne Headly is a fine boss.
Some of the other characterizations, however, don't work quite as well. Neither does the dialog that isn't from Melville. But don't let the unevenness of the movie put you off. It is the kind thing that folks who like this kind of thing would prefer. Or not.
Rating:  - Decent film
This is a decent film, I'm not that familiar with the original story but it's still good. The thing I liked most about it is that Bartleby's attitude is basically everybody's when it comes to work. Your boss tells or ask you to do something and most of the time if not all of the time you would prefer not too. Anyways, this is worth checking out, good acting and good story
Rating:  - Odd and nervy. I loved it!
I'LL KEEP THIS REVIEW SHORT AND SIMPLE. Bartleby has become one of my most favorite indie films to date. It's so bizzare and different, it truely stands out from any movie I've ever seen. I used to work in an office like this and its painfully realistic in my opininon. Granted, the characters in this movie are exaggerated for entertainment purposes but I can totally recall past co-workers in this film. This movie is bound to become a cult classic. If you enjoy dark and oddball comedies, this movie ... Read More
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