The Outsiders

Francis Ford Coppola’s 1983 adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders brings the beloved novel to life with an emotional and cinematic energy that perfectly captures the raw spirit of youth, rebellion, and the complexities of class division. Known for his mastery in epic filmmaking, Coppola translates Hinton's coming-of-age story into a visually stunning and compelling narrative, staying true to the heart of the novel while adding cinematic depth. Set in 1960s Oklahoma, The Outsiders follows the struggles of Ponyboy Curtis (played by C. Thomas Howell) and his gang of Greasers, a group of working-class teens who live on the wrong side of town and are constantly at odds with the wealthier, more privileged Socs. The film captures the tension between these two social groups, showing how their differences—though seemingly vast—are not as clear-cut as they appear. At its core, the story is about loyalty, friendship, and the universal desire to belong. The ensemble cast is one of the movie's greatest strengths, with a group of young actors who would go on to become household names. This includes a young Patrick Swayze as the tough but caring Darry, Matt Dillon as the rebellious and troubled Dally, and Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez, and Tom Cruise, who all shine in smaller but significant roles. Each actor brings a distinct energy to their role, adding depth and authenticity to the characters. Their performances make the emotional beats of the story hit harder, especially during moments of loss, conflict, and growth. Visually, Coppola’s direction creates a dreamlike, almost poetic quality to the film. The use of wide shots, soft lighting, and close-ups gives a nostalgic feel, capturing the essence of the 1960s while emphasizing the characters’ emotional turmoil. The music, with a soundtrack featuring period-appropriate rock songs, further enhances the film's mood, grounding it in the era while adding another layer of emotional resonance. The movie stays largely faithful to the novel's themes, touching on the struggles of growing up in a divided world, where external conflicts—like the fight between the Greasers and Socs—often mask deeper, more universal human needs. While the film cuts some elements of the book for brevity, it does an excellent job of preserving the novel's core message about the power of friendship, the pain of loss, and the importance of understanding others despite the differences that seem to divide us. Despite being made over 40 years ago, The Outsiders remains a timeless classic. It’s a powerful exploration of youth, identity, and class—issues that still resonate with audiences today. Coppola’s film is a poignant tribute to the novel, filled with memorable performances, a moving score, and a deep emotional core that lingers long after the credits roll. If you haven’t seen The Outsiders yet, it’s a film that should be on your must-watch list. It’s not just a movie about the Greasers and Socs; it’s about the universal experience of growing up, learning to navigate the challenges of life, and finding your place in the world. I LOVE YOU GUYS, STAY GOLD <3

Good movie. Good storyline . Good fighting secnes

I should start off by sharing that The Outsiders has long been one of my favorite films ever. The reasons are sentimental ones to be sure, but even in its original form it was a beautiful, almost romantic version of the Hinton book. I also admit to being ever so slightly ticked upon hearing of this release, because I already own the original on DVD and I just *knew* they were going to release something like this one day.Not that I hesitated to order this new version, mind you. And now I'm going to urge you to do the same. It's really that good - this minor masterpiece now seems somehow and finally "complete" and is so much more compelling than the film was when released.Much has been said about the restored scenes, especially the entirely "new" first reel that really serves to communicate the depth of character and relationship that makes the book as popular and as enduring as it is. Particularly notable is an extended, crushingly intimate scene between Pony Boy and his brother Soda Pop as they prepare to fall asleep in each others arms. I'm sure this will cause homophobic titters in teenage viewers but it's entirely true to the novel and to these characters. Indeed, the restoration of the Soda/Pony relationship is one of the most valuable elements of this "complete" version - if you had/have a brother, you'll find yourself wishing he could show the compassion and tenderness Lowe displayes toward Howe.The most notable restoration is a gem of a scene between C. Thomas Howe and Ralph Macchio that pops up in the middle of the film. The "church sequence" has always been my favorite portion of this film & seems almost to serve as the heart of the story, if you will. This is an extended, "actorly" scene that really allows the pair to sink their teeth into the material. Macchio has long been among my favorite actors and Johnny seems almost the role of his lifetime, and he really shines here - moving from fear to dispair to anger to apology ... it's quite an *amazing* scene, and I can't imagine why it was ever omitted from the original. The downside is that this addition does serve to break up the dream-like, utterly poetic feel to this portion of the film [the now-deleted portion of this sequence is included on the second disc].Finally, I must admit I was nervous about the new-version score after reading some of the comments here. While there are times - particular moments & sequences - where I miss the epic, theatrical score of the original, I love what they've done here. It just "feels" right and I think it also serves to lift a little "heaviness" from what is already an extremely heavy movie. Two key examples might be found in the aforementioned "church sequence":In a negative sense, we have the key scene of the entire film, one in which Pony and Johnny stand before a breath-taking sunset and the Robert Frost poem is introduced as the movie's central theme: The "old" score featured here a sensitive and spare string "comment" on the conversation between the two [if you're at all aware of the strings behind the Dorothy/Professor Marvel scene in Oz you'll instantly know what I'm talking about]; now we get an instrumental of the contemporary-sounding "Stay Gold" theme that seems almost a loud and drunken intruder on this most tender and personal moment. It very nearly destroyed the scene, at least for me.In the altogether positive sense, the Church Sequence no longer suffers from the emotional weight the original score lent. Instead, we get Elvis! GLORIOUS early Elvis selections - tons of them - which are entirely appropriate for the time period and which at once seem to narrate and to participate in and amplify their scenes. Throughout film, these song selections lend an objective and running conversation between director and viewer. On the one hand I resent this, because it removes me slightly from the emotion and action on screen. On the other hand, it feels correct for the age of the characters and it truly does lift the "downer" feel to the overall film.It would have been nice to have the option of either score included on this disc - or to selectively pull in the orchestral score when appropriate - but that's a relatively minor complaint. Personally, I prefer the new score, and I've the feeling it will grow on viewers after repeat viewings.The only other quibble I have is that they've messed with the opening credits, which I always found quite incredible. That *enormous* title doing that slow, uninterrupted crawl across a sunset-drenched screen - God, how I miss that! Thankfully, though, they retained the warm and beautiful Stevie Wonder "Stay Gold" as the theme song.Whether you buy it for yourself or for your kids, I'd highly recommend grabbing this disc [oh the extras are GREAT fun too!]. At forty, this film still has an effect on me I don't quite comprehend, and every kid I show it to ends up loving it, too. Thank you, Coppola & Co.

Star filled movie of classic book about two wildly different groups and their fates after 60’s rumble goes wrong. Family of three orphaned teenager brothers and their friends vs society have it all’s. Written by a teenage girl in the 60’s and very authentic.

love love

She had never seen the movie. We were going to see the Broadway production. So of course she needed to see the movie first. Always a good watch. It never gets old. Good performances from the cast.

Definitely a classic

Great price.

Me gustó , y reúne a muchos artistas en ese entonces muy jóvenes y ahora muchos de ellos famosos.

Très bon film

allt perfekt

Tutto ok.

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