Pure Country

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Pure Country

PG

Released Oct 23, 1992

1h 52m

Drama

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One of the biggest stars in country music, Dusty Wyatt Chandler (George Strait) grows disillusioned with the hollow performances and overly produced arena shows he's contractually obligated to play. In an effort to become grounded, Chandler walks away from the spotlight and goes back to the country town of his youth. After finding work at a ranch, he falls for the owner's daughter, Lula Rogers (Lesley Ann Warren). However, his manager (Isabel Glasser) is determined to keep the show going.

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John Hartl

Seattle Times

The director, Christopher Cain, brings not a hint of irony to any of this -- not even to the Vegas finale in which Dusty is supposed to rescue himself from glitz.

Rated: 1.5/4

May 18, 2016

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Steven Rea

Philadelphia Inquirer

Pure Country is an Elvis movie with a thick country twang.

Rated: 1.5/4

May 18, 2016

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Clifford Terry

Chicago Tribune

Pure twaddle.

Rated: 1/4

May 18, 2016

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Malcolm Johnson

Hartford Courant

As directed by Christopher Cain, Strait's first feature will probably not go down as a classic contemporary western nor a great modern musical. But it lopes along pleasantly, and Strait effortlessly makes the crossover into acting.

Jun 4, 2018

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Ralph Novak

People Magazine

If it were any cornier or mushier, it would be chowder, but this vehicle for country singer Strait generates a charming sweetness, the music is lively, and both Strait and Glasser are ingratiating new faces.

May 18, 2016

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Elizabeth Lynch

South Florida Sun-Sentinel

This is an enjoyable movie for fans of country music, for whom the rich soundtrack should be a delight. And if they happen to have a crush on George Strait, so much the better.

Rated: 2.5/4

May 18, 2016

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Amy S

My Favorite Movie since the 90’s!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/28/24

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uncle p

Story/Screenplay: (3/5) A nice little story that's easy to digest, but it's just a tad too bland for my provincial tastes. Duration/Tempo: (3/5) At 1 hour and 52 minutes, it's an average length movie that felt a bit longer. Cast & Crew: (3/5) George Strait is not a celebrated actor, but boy can he sing. Well done. The rest of the cast were fair to solid. Summary: (3/5) The story and cast were not quite good and the film felt a bit long. A borderline thumbs down.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Not much of story but such King fans that we got passed it. Love the scenes when he gets away from the rat race.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/28/20

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Audience Member

Can't say it's the best movie. But it's perfectly fine to have a movie that's specifically set up for it's fan base, and George Strait (being the King of Country Music) has a great fan base. It's slow pace, it's rural heartland setting, it's perfect soundtrack, and George Straits peaceful presence make it the perfect movie to watch with the windows open and a cup of sweet tea on a warm Midwestern night.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/05/23

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enjoyable country music story with legendary singer George Strait's music on display

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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A very good movie with a great story. The acting is so so but the plot and music makes up for it.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/22/23

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Synopsis

One of the biggest stars in country music, Dusty Wyatt Chandler (George Strait) grows disillusioned with the hollow performances and overly produced arena shows he's contractually obligated to play. In an effort to become grounded, Chandler walks away from the spotlight and goes back to the country town of his youth. After finding work at a ranch, he falls for the owner's daughter, Lula Rogers (Lesley Ann Warren). However, his manager (Isabel Glasser) is determined to keep the show going.

Director: Christopher Cain
Producer: Jerry Weintraub
Rating: PG
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 23, 1992, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 1, 2008
Box Office (Gross USA): $12.5M
Runtime: 1h 52m
Sound Mix: Stereo, Surround

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