Review of Raising Arizona (1987) by James K — 13 Jun 2013

A screwball comedy with a surprising amount of heart.

This review of Raising Arizona (1987) was written by James K on 13 Jun 2013.

Raising Arizona has generally received very positive reviews.

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Strange story about a redneck couple kidnapping a baby to raise for themselves. Some moments are funny and entertaining…

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By Joseph G (414) on 30 Apr 2016

I expected Raising Arizona to be much more off the wall than it was, at the root of it is a story of a screwed up couple who wants a kid…

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By Anthony G (806) on 04 Feb 2018

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Despite all the mania and exaggerated characterizations, Raising Arizona is ultimately one of the Coens’ kinder (if not gentler) efforts,…

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By Tom A (654) on 03 Oct 2018

Raising Arizona is perfect. Ethan and Joel Coen provide a unique story, with creative writing that is executed well by Cage and Hunter…

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By Anderson S (26) on 16 Jan 2018

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Nicolas Cage performance in Raising Arizona is good and the Coen brothers progressed after this…

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