My Family, Mi Familia (DVD)

Excellent movie for the whole family.

Our family loves to watch this movie. This is a classic one

12/10

I’ve been looking for this movie EVERYWHERE! I had to buy it in DVD years ago. The cherry on top was a discount from Amazon. Thank you Amazon!!! You’re my bestie! 🙏🏽🙌🏼

It’s a really good movie must by it

What a great movie! I think, too often, we forget that being American doesn't mean being white. Our greatest pride and achievement as a country should be the rich and diverse cultural heritage that we have. Black, white, Jewish, Asian, eastern Indian, native American, Latino and so much more, combine to give us a more flavorful "stew" than we would have with only one cultural heritage to enjoy. I grew up in Miami, FL, so I didn't know many Mexican/Americans, but I did know the people of the Pureto Rican and Cuban cultures. They brought so much to Miami in terms of music and food and the opportunity to know those who came from a different background than I did.This movie could have been about any Latino family in any city and I really enjoyed it. Very powerful and moving, it was also honest and sometimes tender. Violent at times, but that was a part of the honesty. The family wasn't always portrayed as nearly achieving sainthood but was a blend of pride, desire, love, and rage - as is many of our own families.The ensemble cast was wonderful. I really enjoyed seeing these actors when they were much younger. Esau Morales has always been a favorite of mine and I have to wonder why we have never seen as much of him as his talent deserves. Jimmy Smits never fails to turn in a great performance. It was fun seeing Jennifer Lopez as well as many others. We always enjoy seeing actors who, while we might not know their names, we recognize from other shows such as the mother of "Witches of Waverly Place".I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a good movie to watch.

Great movie I can watch it over and over I love the story it tells i highly recommend it

I am a non-Hispanic who stumbled upon "My Family" by chance; I had heard about it from reviewers Ebert and Roeper. The effect this film had on me was unprecedented. I was moved and delighted beyond measure by its artistry, its story, and its performances. "My Family" transcended other films of its genre, such as "Avalon" and "Sunshine," because its power and beauty make it the best representation of family ethnicity ever displayed on film, and its universality is sublime.The film is beautifully photographed, filtered through a haze of color which brings to mind precious memories. It is both mythic and realistic, with scenes that seem like archetypes of family love and tragedy. The beginning is humorous and poignant, where the hero Jose Sanchez learns of the existence of "another country" on the other side of the world. The love and family joy of the married couple, Jose and Maria, are marred only by the intolerance of government bureaucracy and the culture clash experienced by their children. The gorgeous costumes, haunting folk music and period songs, and the magnificent colors of the interiors of the family home, all combine to make the film indelibly rich. The tragic moments are deeply engraved on our consciousness by that brilliant filmmaker, Gregory Nava. The conclusion, in which Jose and Maria state their gratitude for their wonderful life together, in spite of heartless tragedy, is transcendent.The fine performances have been heralded by many critics, but I would like to recognize one in particular. Elpidia Carillo, as the tragic Isabel, is deserving of an Academy Award. In addition, Jennifer Lopez and Jacob Vargas as the young Jose and Maria are admirable. The magnificent starring turns of Jimmy Smits and Esai Morales, aided by Eduardo Lopez Rojas and Jenny Gago, are unforgettable. Everyone who worked on this fine film did a superb job; they made it more than a movie, but rather an experience that permanently warms and expands the heart.Helen Bennett

The media could not be loaded.  Definitely an epic and heartwarming movie. I love the story a Mexican-American family celebrating their joys and enduring their sorrows trying to live the American Dream. Jimmy Smits, Edward James Olmos, and Esai Morales lead an amazing cast. Loved this movie so much that I had this DVD autographed by Olmos during one of my comic con trips. Definitely recommend this DVD for the movie collection.

I really enjoyed this film when seeing into at the cinema so long ago. I bought it on video but couldn't get it on DVD in this country; why is that? Had to get it from overseas in the end but so glad I did.Great storyline told with humour and poignancy, excellent performances, especially from Jimmy Smits. Buy this one, you won't be disappointed.

I was very happy with my purchase. The movie is great quality & it was delivered very quickly.

Good movie and well acted

Amazing