FOLLOW HOWARD STERN'S AMAZING TRANFORMATION FROM SCHOOL NERD TO MEDIA SUPERSTAR. WITH THE TIRELESS SUPPORT OF HIS TRUE LOVE,ALISON, HOWARD BATTLES SLIMY BROADCASTING EXECS, BITTER RADIO JOCKS AND HIS OWN SELF-DOUBTS TO EMERGE TRIUMPHANT AS THE KING OF ALL MEDIA.
| ISBN | 079215312X |
| Title | Private Parts |
| Directed By | Betty Thomas |
| Label | Paramount |
| MPAA Rating | R (Restricted) |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.85:1 |
| Original Release Date | 1997-03-07 |
| Brand | PARAMOUNT HOME VIDEO |
| Studio | Paramount |
| Starring | Howard Stern,Mary McCormack,Robin Quivers,Fred Norris,Paul Giamatti |
| Running Time | 109 minutes |
| Release Date | 1998-12-15 |
| Manufacturer | Paramount |
| Publisher | Paramount |
| Region Code | 1 |
| Theatrical Release Date | 1997-03-07 |
| UPC | 097363325178 |
| EAN | 9786305222903 |
| Number Of Discs | 1 |
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| MPN | PARD332517D |
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Review by B. E Jackson, 2010-08-19
Private Parts isn't *nearly* as outrageous as it once was. Yes, back in 1997 this was probably considered a pretty shocking film with many whacky and disrespectful antics on the part of Howard Stern and his cast of misfits, but in todays world -with the variety of films we have today intended solely for shock value- not so much. It's fairly tame in comparison, actually.
Sure, the storyline does a decent job showing you how dysfunctional Howard Stern really is, specifically because of his upbringings (his father kept calling him a moron, for one thing) and the movie does a *very* good job showing you how Stern got into the radio broadcasting business, but the once considered downright *daring* style of comedy that made Stern so popular and innovative back in the day honestly doesn't seem nearly as outrageous as it does today, so Private Parts kind of feels boring and... dare I say, fairly normal, in several spots as a result.
However, I fully realize Howard Stern's dirty and shocking comedic style was completely original at the time- it's just these days we've become *used* to these kind of comedy films dominating much of our movie selections on any number of movie channels, so the best thing a film like Private Parts can accomplish is allowing us to reflect on the days when this kind of disrespectful humor was brand new and actually lived up to its name of being *shocking*.
That doesn't mean I'm calling Stern's style of humor mild or anything- just mild in comparison to the world we live in today. What does this mean for you? It means you shouldn't expect Private Parts to offer anything you haven't already seen over the last 10 years of watching comedy films. Only one or two moments honestly made me go "Wow, that's intense!" One of them being the naked woman who walks into the studio and actually makes out with Stern right there on the floor. Very shocking.
Now, I'm not sure if every single attempt to shock his radio listeners that we see in the film actually took place or not, but let's be honest here- his wife must be the greatest single living breathing person in the entire WORLD if she was actually able to see through Howard Stern's insulting personality and his many constant aggressive attempts to shock his listeners. Only the most understanding woman in the world would want to start a family with someone like him. Talk about *extremely* impossible to believe.
I mean come on- Stern completely trashes his wife on the air and yet... she cares about it and feels insulted *sometimes*, but not nearly as often to seem believable from where I'm standing.
I'm sure in reality the arguments that took place between Stern and his wife were much angrier and on the brink of separation than this film makes their relationship appear. It would be pretty darn hard to imagine *anyone* in a relationship not having a problem with their partner going on the air and spouting what most normal people would consider very personal and realistic problems. I simply refuse to believe the fighting incidents you see between them was ANYWHERE near as tame as Private Parts made them seem.
Overall, sure, you'll experience a few worthwhile and solid laughs watching Private Parts, no doubt about it. But watching the film this afternoon, I'm more surprised the most interesting aspect of it was Howard Stern's coming into the world of radio, and MUCH less interesting to me was the actual shock value of his dirty attempts to draw in listeners (which felt disappointingly tame because, again, we've seen worse these days).
Review by Jerry, 2010-08-01
Last night I caught Private Parts again on cable. I forgot what a sweet and wonderful movie this was. It brings us back to a more "innocent" Howard Stern. Yes, I did say innocent. I miss the Howard Stern who could be hilariously funny and tenderly warm at the same time. He was at his best when he was still a family man. And this movie reminds us what a good loyal husband and father he was and may still be. In any event, the movie is a classic and if you want to have a good laugh, you came to the right place.
Review by James V. Clayton, 2010-06-24
Fast and easy. movie was brand new just like they said it was, still wrapped. only problem it seemed like the shipping to long, but that is the post office for you.
Review by JLind555, 2010-04-21
... it's rude.
It's crude.
It's downright lewd.
It's disgusting.
It's vile.
It's nasty.
It's sexist.
It's despicable.
It's ridiculous.
But it is laugh-out-loud, gut-busting, falling-on-the-floor, screaming-at-the-top-of-your-lungs FUNNY!!!
'nuff said.
Judy Lind
Review by Satanicul, 2010-03-09
ok look, the movie is funny as hell, but im still waiting for a "special edition", i wanna see deleted scenes, behind the scenes, or commentary or something!!! um, its Howard Stern, us fans deserve that...
