The Brady Bunch Movie / A Very Brady Sequel [DVD]

Now I normally despise remakes of old tv shows, but the Brady Bunch movies are different - they don't "do the same old thing" with updated sets and characters nothing like the originals......they are the original characters surrounded by an updated reality.The movies are parodies of the tv show they pay homage to, but at themselves as well. They are not a desire to modernize old characters that some dilettante dingbat thinks modern audiences would appreciate (hint, modern audiences DON'T), but the writers actually did something creative without losing the essence of the original characters. They knew the charcters and how to fit the new style comedy. They have the surreal spark that actually makes doing something with an old premise worthwhile. And such a mix is a rare treat; that most tv-made-into-movies creators just cannot even begin to grasp.The movies themselves are a handful of vignettes from original TV episodes; but warped with modern day society - including puns that would otherwise be deemed vulgar, come off surprisingly inoffensive because these characters are still in the 1970s and the rest of the world is in 1995 (or 1996).Well, there are some differences - nobody expected the movie's writers to also incorporate the actual actors' behind-the-scenes moments into the movies as well; it has been said that the actors playing Marcia and Greg may have dated, so lo and behold the writers turn Movie Marcia and Movie Greg into doing it. This is somewhat perverse, but because we all know it's a self-referential homage, the end result is more hilarious than vulgar.Of course, there are the DVDs themselves - the 5.1 Dolby sound is terrific, and the visual looks colorful and crisp, even if there are some periodic artifacting defects. Nothing major. And it's in 16:9 enhanced format, so I'm not going to complain.The DVD releases are solid, there's little that could be done to improve the quality, and it's a shame a third Brady movie was never made. And it's a shame so many old-tv-to-movie shows are even given a first shot with their "movies by numbers" ineptitude.

Wonderfully funny and often hilarious take on the iconic 70s family in a 90s world.While this movie would be enjoyed by those on the outside, so to speak, to a regular watcher of the TV series, as so many of us kids of the 70's were, it is filled with great lines and references to episodes of the original series. I say laugh out loud funny, and I don't use that phrase lightly. Done campy but lovingly,Sherwood Schwartz, the shows creator, had his hand in this production. The actors are "right on" with their portrayals. Especially Christine Taylor as the vain Marcia Marcia Marcia and Gary Cole as the advice dispensing Mike Brady. Both very well done and yes funny movies.

I enjoyed both movies and they played with errors or skips.I would recommend it for purchase if you like the fun that will insue.Kevin.

I' a big fan of the original Brady Bunch series and watched them while growing up as well as watching re-runs again present day. The movie remakes were done well. The actors all looked very close to the original characters from physical appearances to the way they spoke and moved. The movies picked a bunch of the popular episodes and meshed them all in together into the movie on top of the main plots. They were a lot of fun to watch and are added to my collection of other Brady Bunch DVD's

The Brady Bunch Movie and A Very Brady Sequel has its moments but don't expect a carbon copy of the t.v. version. The jokes are more crude and ironic and not wishy-washy and oh so polite. Shelley Long is perfectly cast as Carol Brady, her comic timing is impeccable. The rest of the cast are a little bit over their heads, Christine Taylor is pretty good as superficial Marsha though. I didn't care for the first film, the sequel is much stronger and funnier. A mixed bag for me but enjoy!

I personally think that these two movies were very very underated. They were both a dead on spoof to the actual tv show. I think the person who casted the actors for this movie deserves a huge award, they did an absolute wonderful job. The second is actually a little bit better than the first. My only dream is that they would come out with a third one, I belive that it is a dismal wish however since the second one came out a while a go, and there has been no talk about a third. Do yourself a favor and watch these you won't be displeased.

If you grew up watching the antics of the Brady Bunch weekly, as I did, you'll love these two movies not only because they pay loving homage to the original series but because there are references to other Sherwood Schwartz shows as well. And no, it's not always about "Marsha, Marsha, Marsha!", but rather the whole cast.The actors portraying the Brady Kids are amazing in the ways in which they've nailed their characters every little movement and nuance.You'll love 'em!

When my brother told me to watch these movies, I thought, huh? You've got to be kidding. I grew up watching the series, but as an adult, I couldn't fathom watching it now. But these movies are great! All the actors have every mannerism of their character down pat, and the writing actually is pretty tongue in cheek regarding the series. You won't be disappointed!

Two hilarious movies which always make me wish I was a Brady {Just...not Jan} Great deal in a two pack and I am so happy I was able to find these classics.