price：$14.98
Universal Studios
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Shoddy Packaging for Otherwise Superb Release) 『This review refers specifically to the 2-Disc 75th Anniversary edition of Frankenstein.
Clearly, this 1931 version of "Frankenstein" is the definitive version of the tale, yet to be surpassed going into 2010. The special features here are fantastic as well: a great tribute to Karloff, two commentary tracks, a great "Universal Horror" documentary, and the 1932 comedy short "Boo!". Considering how wonderful this release is, I simply had to award at least three solid stars. Still, those two crucial stars are lost on awfully kitschy, occasionally defective packaging. This probably won't be an issue for most, but any serious DVD collector should be aware of these packaging issues.
The discs are packaged in the "little golden book" packaging that is the norm for all titles in the Universal Legacy Series. It is essentially two plastic trays that connect into each other, held together by a folded piece of cardboard. The problem is that the glue isn't entirely effective, and the trays often detach from the cardboard. I've bought four titles in the Universal Legacy Series, and all but one have fallen apart in this manner. Granted, it's a reasonably simple enough task to reglue the sets, but this wouldn't be an issue at all if the studio would simply package them in standard DVD cases, or even those flimsy Eco-Box cases they're so fond of lately.』
(Still great, after all these years!) 『One of those great Monster movies that captures everything, including the human depth (even in moments where it isn't intended), `Frankenstein' lives on, literally, as one of the greatest films in this genre.
James Whale (famed director) created a masterpiece when he constructed this brilliant fright-fest staring Colin Clive and Boris Karloff. The film truly carries with it the feel of horror, with the mood primed and ready for terror. The stormy nights, the creepy castle, the dark and sinister performances (Clive truly shows how genius corrupts the mind); everything adds up beautifully here.
And then there is Karloff.
For me, this is an iconic performance. There are few performances that will go on to be remembered forever, instantly recognizable. No matter who you are, how old you are, or whether or not you have even seen this film, the image of the monster is one that you will instantly recognize, and Karloff's name will never be forgotten because of that. The performance, behind all that makeup, is very impressive. It may not look like much on the outset, but there are surprising touches that make this a very astute performance. The way that Karloff plays off his character's brute strength while maintaining a layer of fear (he is like a caged and mistreated animal) is outstanding, and that moment with the little girl, by the water, the playfulness and childlike curiosity; it's just perfectly played.
The film, for me, speaks much louder than it may have initially intended. I made a few arguments when reviewing `King Kong' a while back, about how Peter Jackson's remake brought new layers of life to the original. What is great about `Frankenstein' is that it needs to remake to expound upon the issues presented. While it is obvious that this film is focused on being a `monster movie', it still raises some ethical questions.
You just have to look a little closer to see them.
The obvious one is that of aspiring to be godlike and the damage that power can bring to the mind, but the moment in the film that I found MOST chilling was the `happy ending' that was, surprisingly, an afterthought. As some may know, initially the monster was supposed to kill his maker (a bold statement in itself), but with pressure to create something more jovial in the end, they added a scene where Doctor Frankenstein is `recuperating' from the attack. The happy ending, for me, is the best route this film could have gone, because unwittingly almost they have added yet another layer of harsh realism to the film. The almost immediate disregard of the monster (now that he has faced his demise) is chilling because it showcases the fact that, as a whole, humans disregard life that isn't, well, human (or basically something they don't understand). I compared the monster to an animal earlier, and this comparison works with this theory because it is more socially acceptable (or should I say `forgettable') when atrocities or careless acts of ignorance are committed at the expense of an animal, but when faced on humans it is another story entirely. So, because the monster was something the people didn't understand, his life meant nothing, thus his demise was forgettable.
It was a rude awakening, even if the original intent was to snag a smile.』
(It's ALIVE!) 『I've seen so many clips from FRANKENSTEIN on television and in various film classes in college that I could never be 100% sure whether I'd actually ever seen the whole thing. So I decided to make it one of my Halloween films this past October. I'm pretty sure that I had never, in fact, seen the complete film, since I caught myself saying things like, "Oh, so that wasn't just a Mel Brooks gag! The assistant really DID steal 'Abby Normal's' brain!" It seemed a little odd to be playing cinematic catch-up after all these years, but it speaks to the ubiquitousness of the 1931 classic in our popular culture that I even had to ask myself whether I'd ever seen FRANKENSTEIN in its entirety.
Growing up in the 60s, you almost certainly had to have seen at least aware of the cultural impact of FRANKENSTEIN. The monster movies of the 30s and 40s were already embedded in the culture. You watched THE MUNSTERS or read horror spoofs in MAD magazine, you absorbed the references even indirectly. And somewhere along the line you were going to catch a clip of Colin Clive yelling with demented glee, "It's alive! It's ALIVE." Or the scene where the monster, run fresh out of flowers to toss in the lake, throws in and inadvertantly (significantly) drowns the young girl who gave them to him in the first place. On some level, seeing the film this late in life (in my 60s) seems almost redundant.
Then again, it isn't. At no point in my viewing of the film was I truly scared, but at some point in life you develop enough of a critical sense that you can fully comprehend why audiences in 1932 might well have been. They hadn't seen the spoofs: nor had they had their critical sensibilities bludgeoned by computer generated special effects. The creepiness stemmed mainly from director James Whale's moody, Expressionistic sets and--of course--from Boris Karloff's wordless performance. Yes, Karloff will, at moments, call to mind Phil Hartman's imitation on SNL for many a contemporary viewer, but whaddya gonna do? Boris Karloff may not be quite as intimidating these days, and like anything else in pop culture, he's eminently spoofable. But he had undeniable screen presence here. Countless comic take-offs, cinematic or TV remakes and nearly 70 years of further cinematic technical developments can't alter that basic fact. He IS Frankenstein's monster.
How well did the film actually address what the narrator in the film's opening moments refers to as "the two great mysteries of creation: life and death?" Well, that could be the source of endless debate. By all accounts, Mary Shelley's novel really was about ideas. The movie is really something of a muddle in that department. Yes, the "scientist playing God" conceit is explored to some degree--as it would have to be--but as good as Colin Clive is in the role of Dr. Henry Frankenstein (cf. the novel's VICTOR Frankenstein), his character's vacillation from fairly mad (when you get down to it) scientist to callow young bridegroom is not really convincing. His return to home, hearth and the love of a good woman is almost too abrupt and contrived. That kind of obsession doesn't yield THAT easily to the entreaties of even the most loyal and saintly of women. Except in the movies.
Then there's the matter of that criminal brain. The most intriguing aspect of the monster, as conceived by James Whale and embodied by Karloff, is his NON-criminal mentality. He is, simply put, a child in an adult monster's body. Why give him the brain of an evil man, implying as it does that the havoc he will wreak is the result of same, when a monster THIS grotesque would likely have created just as much chaos with the brain of an altruist? Was Whale just a "bleeding heart liberal" who felt that die-hard criminals were just "misunderstood"? Pretty prescient, considering it anticipated a debate that's been raging in this country since the mid-60s.
Muddle notwithstanding though, this is great stuff. Who cares whether it delves into life-and-death matters deeply enough? There are plenty of very legit reasons why FRANKENSTEIN isconsidered a classic: the look of the film being but one of them. I'm glad I can finally lay claim to having seen it in its entirety.
』
(A Landmark in Cinematic Horror) 『Fully restored after years of unfortunate censorship cuts, director James Whale's "Frankenstein" (1931) has lost none of its spellbinding power. Despite some contemporary criticisms, the rough-edged production values and lack of a music score actually work in the movie's favor. Boris Karloff gained celluloid immortality with his classic portrayal of the Monster - a multifaceted performance that does not overshadow Colin Clive's brilliant intensity as Dr. Henry Frankenstein. Special kudos to makeup genius Jack Pierce and the influential art direction of Charles D. Hall. Thanks to Whale's distinctive gothic flair, this Universal Pictures adaptation of the Mary Shelley novel helped define the horror genre while cementing its place in cinema history.』
(Frankenstein... The brain is useless. We must find another brain.) 『Frankenstein: 5 out of 10: Frankenstein is a hard film to review. So much that was shocking in the film when it first came out is muted today. (Desecration of the grave ect.) As a standalone film rather than an American Classic Frankenstein leaves much to be desired.
The film is very stagy with people exiting stage left and posing theatrically. The fight scene between the monster and the bride on her wedding day is Mystery Science Theater 3000 material. The movie is quite short (running about an hour) and character development is minimal. If you real Shellys original work you are likely to be appalled by some of the changes.
The brain is in the film is one of a criminal (Abby Normal) as opposed to an everyman. This changes a major component of the novel. In the book, Frankenstein became evil because he was rejected by man not because of some predestined nature. The destruction of Frankensteins family by his experiment that goes against Gods will is barely touched upon and the romance between Victor (excuse me Henry; they changed the name to Victors younger deader brother) and his fiancée is barely touched upon.
While the vastly superior Bride of Frankenstein surprised with its effectiveness and advanced film techniques Frankenstein surprises with its brevity and staginess. But in its defense it is a classic and Boris Karloff is great as the monster.』 『Boris Karloff stars as the screen's most memorable monster in what many consider to be the greatest horror film ever made. Dr. Frankenstein (Colin Clive) dares to tamper with life and death by creating a human monster (Karloff) out of lifeless body parts. It's director James Whale's adaptation of the Mary Shelley novel blended with Karloff's compassionate portrayal of a creature groping for identity that makes Frankenstein a masterpiece not only of the genre, but for all time.』 『"It's alive! Alive!" shouts Colin Clive's triumphant Dr. Frankenstein as electricity buzzes over the hulking body of a revived corpse. "In the name of God now I know what it's like to be God!" For years unheard, this line has been restored, along with the legendary scene of the childlike monster tossing a little girl into a lake, in James Whale'sFrankenstein, one of the most famous and influential horror movies ever made. Coming off the tremendous success ofDracula, Universal assigned sophomore director Whale to helm an adaptation of Mary Shelley's famous novel with Bela Lugosi as the monster. When Lugosi declined the role, Whale cast the largely unknown character actor Boris Karloff and together with makeup designer Jack Pierce they created the most memorable monster in movie history: a towering, lumbering creature with sunken eyes, a flat head, and a jagged scar running down his forehead. Whale and Karloff made this mute, misunderstood brute, who has the brain of a madman (the most obvious of the many liberties taken with Shelley's story), the most pitiable freak of nature to stumble across the screen. Clive's Dr. Frankenstein is intense and twitchy and Dwight Frye set the standard for mad-scientist sidekicks as the wild-eyed hunchback assistant. Whale's later films, notably the spooky spoofThe Old Dark Houseand the deliriously stylized sequelThe Bride of Frankenstein, display a surer cinematic hand than seen here and add a subversive twist of black comedy, but given the restraints of early sound films, Whale breaks the film free from static stillness and adorns it with striking design and expressionist flourishes.--Sean Axmaker』
price：$7.49
E1 Entertainment U.S.
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Okay...maybe) 『The movie was only okay. I also found that the cover art and credits were misleading. I'm one of those fans who will at least watch everything a favorite actor did and Paul Wesley is one of them. He's billed on the cover and in the credits, making you think he's got a key role in the film. He's in a total of 3 scenes. He was not enough of a part that I'd put him on the artwork or bill him as one of the three main characters. The boy who played Jasper should have received those spots.
In other words, if your buying for Paul Wesley, don't waste your time.』
(A gripping saga highly recommended for teen to adult viewers) 『Teens seeking suspense and many an adult viewer looking for something different will find the movie ELSEWHERE an avid show. Sarah and Jillian have been long-time best friends although very different. Sarah is shocked to find her friend has started meeting anonymous men over the internet in search of excitement - and when Jillian vanishes, she and her friend search for their missing friend and the reason why nobody in town seems to want her found. Deleted scenes, audio commentary with the film's director and producer, and a featurette enhance a gripping saga highly recommended for teen to adult viewers.』
("Elsewhere" is exactly where I wanted to be while watching this.) 『Elsewhere (Nathan Hope, 2009)
There will come a time, and hopefully it will be soon, when someone will make an intelligent mystery about Internet dating, with realistic, well-drawn characters, an original twist on what is already a very old subgenre, and an ending that you can't see coming from a mile away. Elsewhere is not that film. Not by a country mile.
Elsewhere takes place in small-town Indiana, the kind of quaint little place you stop at on your way through the state for pie, coffee, and postcards, but never really think much about. Stranded there are best friends Sara (Twilight's Anna Kendrick) and Jillian (Lost's Tania Raymonde, best known these days for being Jeff Goldblum's girlfriend; he's 56 and she's 21). Sara is the bookish, thoughtful type who just bears life; Jillian will do anything to get out, including putting nearly-naked pictures of herself on a social networking site (obviously modeled on Myspace) in order to meet someone who will take her away. All looks great when she starts talking about a secret admirer she calls "Mr. X", until she disappears from a party one night. Sara, with the aid of her computer-geek friend Jasper (Senior Skip Day's Chuck Carter), must figure out what happened to her, and whether she's even still alive. (This may not be the case; it seems young ladies have a habit of going missing in this town.)
First off, the script doesn't even bother throwing in a red herring; you'll know who the bad guy is fifteen minutes into this movie (and at that point you don't even know there is a bad guy unless you've read the jacket copy). Revealing character names for the win! (In fact, the name gives away a very important plot point...) But by the time you hit that, it doesn't surprise you; Hope's script takes a list of mystery clichés, combines it with a list of Internet clichés, and mixes the whole thing into a thin, unpalatable, smelly stew obviously meant as a cautionary tale about Internet dating. It ends up being an unintentionally hysterical parody of movies like Reefer Madness, but updated for the instant-gratification Internet generation. You'll see every plot twist coming, not that it's hard through such paper-thin characters. I think the only reason this movie has gotten any publicity whatsoever is the presence of one of the stars of Twilight. Trust me; that's not nearly enough to save it from the obscurity it so richly deserves. Good for a laugh, but not much else. * 』
(A Tense, Suspenseful Missing-Person Drama) 『"Elsewhere" focuses on long-time best friends Sarah (Anna Kendrick) and Jillian (Tania Raymonde). Though both grew up in the same small Indiana town, the two girls are total opposites. Sarah is a topnotch student and athlete, while Jillian is an underachieving troublemaker. Both girls want desperately to break free from boring small-town life, but Sarah is shocked to discover that Jillian has started meeting anonymous men through the Internet in order to find someone who will show her some excitement. Soon after this revelation, Jillian disappears, leaving behind only her journal and a video message sent from her cell phone. Determined to find her friend, Sarah enlists the aid of Jasper (Jon Gries), resident computer genius, who secretly has a crush on her. Their search, however, leads them to discover why no one wants Jillian found. "Elsewhere" has elements of assorted thrillers in which innocents get involved in circumstances way above their heads. As the film progresses, suspense heightens and there are a few good scare moments. Ms. Kendrick does a competent job. You believe her as bright, level-headed, and thoughtful, and she does convey that all-important thriller movie ingredient -- escalating fear. Bonus features include deleted scenes, photo gallery, director and producer audio commentary, and a making-of featurette.』
(Elsewhere - Blu-ray Info) 『Version: U.S.A / E1 Entertainment / Region A Aspect ratio: 1.78:1 MPEG-4 AVC BD-25 / AACS Running time: 1:46:11 Feature size: 21,778,470,912 bytes Disc size: 23,732,199,856 bytes Total bit rate: 27.35 Mbps Average video bit rate: 22.99 Mbps
Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish Number of chapters: 16
#Audio Commentary with director and producer #The Road to Elsewhere #6 deleted scenes #Photo gallery #Theatrical trailer』 『Every town has its secrets... In the small town of Goshen, Indiana, teenage girls are mysteriously disappearing and no one seems to care. After revealing to her best friend Sarah (Anna Kendrick,Twilight) that she has been meeting men online, Jillian (Tania Raymonde,“Lost”) goes missing. Now, the only clues to her whereabouts are her diary and a cryptic video message sent from her cell phone.
BONUS FEATURES: Audio commentary with director Nathan Hope and producer Vincent Palomino
“The Road to Elsewhere” Featurette, Deleted Scenes, Photo Gallery』
price：$16.98
Starz / Anchor Bay
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Another Great Romero mastepiece) 『First it was Night Of The Living Dead. Then it was Dawn Of The Dead now, Romero comes out with another great zombie film. Made in 85' Its the story of a group of people that try to stay alive underground. Trying to stay alive down there starts out as an easy task but it dosnt stay that way long.The scientists catch zombies and use them for experiments. Soon the zombies break loose and they are after the living. There is alot of good blood and gore in this film. Romero is really good at making special effects with blood and guts and all of that good stuff. If you liked his last two films, I really think that you would like this one. Pick it up at amazon.』
(Impossible to improve upon! One of the best transfers ever done..) 『I've gone back and viewed some of my favorite old horror flicks on some of the newer dvd formats and in most cases came away with just so so impressions, very good, but didnt really add anything to my initial thoughts or final impressions. Be advised this not a cut on early dvd releases as they all look about same. Using Romero's work as an example, the dvd release of "Night" really didn't add much except maybe clearer audio(I realize it was a low budget film)in fact it didn't seem as scary as the film or tv versions. Scary is a bad word for Romero, his flicks are more "tense" than scary, when he's not in humour or zombie-party mode that is. It seemed to miss the sort grainy at times dark(outside at night) and home-movie-like light scenes(opening graveyard)scenes present in the film. Same thing with "Dawn" added some better coloring but thats about it. Both are good to own in case u don't have a 35 or 16mm copy handy in that order.
"Day" on the other hand, explodes on a whole new level and on every front! First of all it's the best Romero film made... the acting ,screenplay, no-name cast etc. impart totally believable apocalyptic and zombie realism. The stylized swearing and 800 lb gorilla line delivery are simply spectacular in this release! I could write a book on the subtleties of this flick but ill stick to the dvd. The coloring in both light and dark is just about as good as u can get. Even on a junk tv u'll think its hi-def. The audio was simply stunning.... since this movie is heavy on acting and less on zombie visuals the DTS decoding is PRECISE! None of the soft, hard to hear lines, then an explosion of sound thats totally out of whack with the flow of the scene! No No ,not with this; the audio is perfectly evened out as the director would want u to hear it. I swear my whole living room was shaking and echoing with no masking , distortion or improper overlays of the sounds in particular scenes, as the newly in command and extremely annoyed ,incredulous and pissed off Capt Rhodes issues his Shakesperian like verbal tirade to the pathetically liberal, ineffective ,insane and impaired scientific team under his new-command ....."any questions on how things are gonna run around here from now on?". It contained perfectly bright vivid color and happily was missing all the annoying over saturation u get on remade films. Facial detail is on the mark, not the too vivid and fake looking nor the mushy mess you usually see on dvds. The closeups and special effects,by the undisputed master Tom Savini, work very well and are,thankfully devoid of the new CGA horror style. I wonder why more flicks arent remade ,transferred is probably more correct, with this level of studio expertise. It even comes with the actual files of Dr Logan! No doubt detailing how "close" he is to discovering the cause and subsequent mastery LOL...of the zombies. The special feature are just that. Totally full length informative documentaries. An awesome DVD! Maybe the best all around for sound and visual stimulation. I wonder what a blu ray will look like it may not be as good, as it could inadvertantly and potentially remove some of the film like color... we shall see; But for now this is must have for Romero Trolls out there! Immediately throw away every other copy of this movie u own as soon as u get this one and due to the inclusion of Dr Logan's files it's sure to a collectors item, " is that food enough for ya!!!!"』
(Romero does it again!) 『Another wonderful installment in the Romero legacy. I am so glad they put most of his stuff on Blu Ray (still waiting for night). The make up and special effects in this one go beyond the others and in Blu-ray you will be plenty grossed out. The guy on the table with no face is creepy! The feeding scenes are grusome. Enjoy with a friend or a plate of spaghetti!』
(Annoying Characters) 『I really do love most Zombie movies, really. What made Day less than appealing was the horrible, horrible characters. There were the good guys and the bad guys, and the bad guys were so excruciatingly annoying that I could hardly watch when they disgraced the screen. Bad-acting, overacting, underacting...jheesh. These characters are downright annoying to watch - so much so that this is one of the few Zombie movies that I am reluctant to watch twice. One dose of those baddies left such a dead taste in my mouth, I dare not tread again. I just couldnt wait til they were dead so I wouldnt have to hear their incessant yelling at ev-er-y-thing EVERYTHING!. Ugh! And the deadening did not come nearly soon enough. I wanted to puch each and every character in the friggin FACE! (and I'm a pacificst, by golly!)
Good Zombies. Bad bad people.』
(Day Of the Dead.) 『Plain and simple Shock movie, nothing about Horror in it,Zombies,Sensationalism, body parts,eating people . How's this intelligent? or even tasteful, it's good to watch if nothing is on at all.』 『Studio: Starz/sphe Release Date: 10/02/2007 Run time: 91 minutes Rating: R』 『Chapter three of George Romero's mighty zombie trilogy has big footsteps to follow.Night of the Living Deadwas a classic that revitalized a certain corner of the cinema, andDawn of the Deadwas nothing short of epic.Day of the Dead, however, has always been regarded as a comedown compared to those twin peaks--and perhaps it is. But on its own terms, this is an awfully effective horror movie, made with Romero's customary social satire and cinematic vigor--when a "retrained" zombie responds to the "Ode to Joy," the film is in genuinely haunting territory. The story is set inside a sunken military complex, where Army and medical staff, supposedly working on a solution to the zombie problem, are going crazy (strongly foreshadowing the final act of28 Days Later). Tom Savini's makeup effects could make even hardcore gore fans tear off their own heads in amazement.--Robert Horton』
price：$4.49
Universal Studios
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (The Skeleton Key) 『This is by far, one of the best Voodoo / Hoodoo movies since the, "Serpent And The Rainbow." Edge of seat suspense and body-stealing horror. Uses of demon stopping red brick dust, charms, amulets spirit incantations, conjure spells and talismans. This movie is a must see for anyone interested in just how voodoo and witchcraft works. Very intertaining too.』
(Anyone who'd give it more than three stars is nuts) 『A lot of movies are like this. The journey of going through it is the fun part and you end up with a mediocre or lackluster ending. Then you go to bed and wake up the next morning, thinking that movie was really stupid and a waste of time. I think this movie is an utter waste of time. Watch something else. The only redemption is the main character's body.』
(Skeleton Key) 『Good movie ! Good acting ! Hope they make a "REAL" sequel to this movie. This movie "Skeleton Key" is well acted and directed. Leaving you to want more..you hunger to find the sequel but you won't find it as yet.
I made the mistake of watching what I thought was the sequel but "John Johnson's Skeleton Key 2" IS NOT A SEQUEL to this movie.』
(Keep grinding those bricks) 『The Skeleton Key is a tolerable piece of hoodoo hokum but there's a much better film struggling to get out. Along with a reasonably interesting story idea all the ingredients are present: The attractive female lead, the classy supporting cast, the atmospheric location, and some excellent cinematography. What's missing is tension. This is a slow-burner, and there's nothing wrong with that, except here the flame is barely alight at times. The first two-thirds of the movie are pretty uneventful and would have benefitted from a few good shocks to keep the audience awake. Despite a solid performance from Hudson she struggles to keep things moving with a plot that really needs winding up. The twist at the end is reasonably satisfying although the outcome will be at least partially divined by the observant viewer. Overall this isn't a bad film but it doesn't live up to it's potential.』
(great entertainment!!!) 『i love horror films and this is one of the best ive seen in a long time! of course kate hudson is great. her comedies are terrific so i never dreamed she be so good in this kind of movie. this reminded me of mephisto waltz with alan alda-1974.』 『When Caroline takes a job in Louisiana's bayou, she unlocks a deadly secret involving magic that pulls her into a terrifying world of strange and frightening incidences. The key to escaping may lie in a decrepit attic, but if she dares to believe in what she discovers, everything she fears will become real!』 『Steeped in rain, humidity, and eerie bayou atmosphere,The Skeleton Keyis an entertaining supernatural thriller that makes excellent use of its Louisiana locations. New Orleans and the rural environs of Terrebonne Parish are crucial in setting up the creepy circumstances that find compassionate caregiver Caroline Ellis (Kate Hudson) newly employed at the backwater plantation home of Violet (Gena Rowlands) and her invalid husband Ben (John Hurt), who's been rendered mute and seemingly helpless by a recent stroke. The place is rife with mystery, shrouded in the secrets of a suspicious past and, under Violet's stern supervision, plagued by superstition involving the use of Hoodoo magic spells (not to be confused with Voodoo, as explored in the similarly suspensefulAngel Heart) intended to protect the house from harm. But Caroline soon discovers the source of the mystery, and why Ben (who can barely utter a word) is so desperate to escape his seemingly comfortable domesticity. There are a few loopholes in the screenplay by prolific horror writer Ehren Kruger (The RingandThe Brothers Grimm), but director Iain Softley (Wings of the Dove) expertly emphasizes the edgy air of mystery, pushing some effective shocks while encouraging fine work from Hudson, Peter Sarsgaard (as Violet's lawyer) and especially Rowlands, who's genuinely disturbing asSkeleton Keynears a twist ending that's undeniably effective.--Jeff Shannon』
price：$1.50
Dimension
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Great Movie) 『This was a well done movie I enjoy the story and unique twist on Dracula's Origin was interesting. I liked and enjoyed how it played out. Concidering John Carpenter's Vampire movie had ties to the church. I felt the way this was done was unique and different. Finding out who Dracula really was interesting because while watching the movie it had crossed my mind and I had guessed who Dracula really was and when it was revealed I found out I was right.
I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys Vampire movies.』
(Horrible let down.) 『I thought this would be decent since it was a Dracula movie and directed by Wes Craven but it was horrible. Gerard Butler is hot but that wasent enough to keep my attention from this snore jerker of a movie.』
(A great concept that truly deserved a better movie. (SPOILERS)) 『If you want the concept of this movie to catch you completely by surprise, read no further. The ONLY reason to ever watch this movie is to see its concept of the Dracula origin, which is unique, original and actually rather thought-provoking. However, if you'd like to spare yourself two hours spent watching this D-movie garbage just to see that concept, I might be able to spare you that time out of your life by talking about it now.
Dracula is Judas! Why didn't anyone else ever think of that? It explains his distaste for Christian icons and silver (but not the garlic thing). It also presents Dracula as someone whose eternal life is a punishment for him, and not necessarily for humanity. I wish that the people who thought up this unique approach to the Dracula myth were as creative when it came to making movies. Unfortunately, this movie is bad. It is worse than bad. It's so cheesy, so poorly written, with such atrocious fight scenes that I am surprised Wes Craven agreed to put his name on it. There's no gore, hardly any blood considering the subject matter, and zero scares. Instead, there's bad acting. REALLY bad acting. Amateurish special effects and fight sequences. Bad writing. Oh yes, and still more bad acting. The single star I gave this movie is solely for the concept; the rest of it deserves less than zero. To be honest, I always assumed it would be a turkey, and would have gone the rest of my life without seeing it had I not recently discovered that Gerard Butler played Dracula. Since I wanted to see his performance, I decided to give the movie a shot.
Extras on the disc include a trailer, feature commentary, a behind the scenes doc with storyboards and some deleted and extended scenes that are all pretty run of the mill. There are also some screen test/audition footage of three actors including Gerard Butler. Had I seen his audition tape, I would have assumed that he'd do a great job in this role. He's intense, a little scary and definitely looks like the kind of man who could mesmerize you and then drain you dry. It helps that the script he was given to audition with was ten times better than anything that came out of his mouth in the movie. The hair and contact lenses were a lot better too. Actually, that entire audition is better than the movie which resulted from it. On the whole, I'm sure Gerard Butler is happy to have moved on to (somewhat) better things.』
(A Mixed Review) 『Ok, so the only reason I watched this movie, I'll be honest, is because Gerard Butler is in it. I wasn't disappointed there. It's not the best piece of Gerry's work, but if you love Gerry, as I do, you'll watch it every now and then just because he's in it. I'm glad I saw Phantom of the Opera before this movie, because if I had seen this movie before any of Gerry's other movies, I probably would have been swayed not to give his other movies a chance. Sacrilige in Gerry-world I know, but it's the truth.
First of all, I'll admit, it's kind of interesting to think that Dracula is really Judas Iscariot. After that though, it made me a tad uncomfortable. Being a Catholic myself, all the references Gerry makes as Dracula to Jesus Christ is a little over the top, at least for me. This is why I said I'm glad I saw him in other movies before this one. There are other movies, long before Gerry was better known, that are more entertaining than Dracula 2000. I suppose if you like Dracula you might find it interesting. The special features on this dvd are entertaining though. If you like Gerard Butler, you will like this movie, you'll be forgiving because, well, he's Gerry. lol Other than that, I'm not sure if you would enjoy it. My advice? Rent it from Blockbuster first, and if you like it enough to buy it then do it.』
(A flawed but undeniably fun take on an old classic.) 『Presented by Wes Craven, "Dracula 2000" is, as its name implies, a re-telling of the Dracula legend for a modern, new millennium audience. Whether it was needed or not, the film attempts to update an old tale with a hip and trendy cast, a heavy metal soundtrack, and a visual flare that resembles the so-called music video/MTV aesthetic of the time. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.
From the cast to the script and the overall tone of the film everything in this adaptation reeks of "Scream"-era horror, which should come as no surprise given Craven's involvement and the fact that the film's first-time director, Patrick Lussier, spent the better part of his career working under Craven's shadow as an editor on the "Scream" franchise and many similar films. Thankfully, Lussier (who went on to direct two direct-to-video sequels to the film, as well as the recent "My Bloody Valentine" remake) learned the ropes rather well during his time under Craven. The film has undeniable style and even at times when it tries to be dark and serious (a goal that this film doesn't quite reach), is enjoyable and harmless. Its action scenes are somewhat derivative of "The Matrix" and other films of the time, but are a blast, never-the-less, and help amp up the enjoyable camp factor of the film. While the film isn't necessarily bad (or subsequently, good), its biggest flaw is that its script is rather contrived and convoluted. Again, the question is raised of whether or not the film is needed, and unfortunately, the dim storyline at hand doesn't do much to justify its existence.
On the acting end, Gerard Butler is a solid casting choice as Dracula himself, and goes a long way to make the film what it is. Then there's Christopher Plummer, adding a touch of class to his role as a descendant of Van Helsing. The likes of Jennifer Esposito, Omar Epps, Sean Patrick Thomas, Danny Masterson, Jeri Ryan and Vitamin C (remember her?) show up and do okay, but like many horror flicks of the time that sport a "hot" cast, are in turn, disposable and forgettable for the most part. Thankfully, Johnny Lee Miller and Justine Waddell are likable enough as the main protagonists and help keep you from cheering for Butler's Dracula too much.
To be blunt, this film is purely and simply dumb fun. If you are willing to let your guard down and can appreciate a film that takes many liberties with its source material, you'll find that "Dracula 2000" has a lot of entertainment value. It's certainly not the best take on the material or even an effective horror movie in its own right, but aside from its problems and the fact that it almost immediately dated itself upon inception, it's at least an admirable and ambitious effort that recalls a time when horror - for better or for worse - wasn't as hardcore and unflinching as it is now.』 『The master of modern horror, Wes Craven, presents a riveting adaptation of the chilling classic featuring Jennifer Esposito (SUMMER OF SAM), Omar Epps (IN TOO DEEP), Jonny Lee Miller (TRAINSPOTTING), Vitamin C (GET OVER IT), and Jeri Ryan (STAR TREK: VOYAGER). When a team of techno-savvy thieves breaks into a high-security vault, they don't discover priceless artwork ... they find a crypt that hasn't been opened for 100 years! Suddenly, the ancient terror of Dracula is unleashed in the chaotic 21st century. Free to follow his pursuits of seduction and power, Dracula's first destination is America and the exotic city of New Orleans, a place where he feels right at home. Not far behind, however, is a young vampire hunter (Miller) from London, determined to save a young woman (Justine Waddell) with whom Dracula shares his dark legacy!』 『As a director, Wes Craven has been able to infuse his horror movies with humor and some smart, often genuinely creepy, thrills, even on his lowest-budgeted films. As a producer of horror movies, well, his record has been spotty at best. Craven tapped his longtime editor Patrick Lussier to directDracula 2000, and the movie ends up with all the good and bad of "a Wes Craven production." A modern-day update of the Dracula legend, the script has some genuinely good ideas. Christopher Plummer (The Insider) takes a relatively juicy role as Van Helsing, owner of an antiques shop specializing in ancient weapons. He takes exception to how his namesake was portrayed in Bram Stoker's classic novel, which he's more than happy to tell his assistant (Jonny Lee Miller, "Sick Boy" fromTrainspotting) without telling him the whole story. When Omar Epps leads a band of high-tech criminals to break into Van Helsing's high security vault (thinking that with so much security there's got to be something extremely valuable in there), what they end up stealing is the body of Dracula, who of course awakens from his slumber. When the story shifts to New Orleans, where Van Helsing's estranged daughter is working for the local Virgin Megastore (here metaphor is replaced by product placement), Dracula is drawn to her. The undead start to multiply, and the vampire hunt resumes. Another excellent idea deals with a new origin to Dracula, flashing back to biblical times to explain his aversion to silver and crosses. But there is a downside. Under the inept direction of Lussier the movie is never scary, inspiring instead an occasional feeling of pity for the actors. Overall, this a vampire movie for the mind, not the heart.--Andy Spletzer』
price：$3.49
Lions Gate
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (I've enjoyed this series) 『I've enjoyed this series. If you're a fan, then get it...it's not easy to find this in rental stores if you want to watch it later.』
(Darker in content than previous seasons) 『We've watched the previous three seasons of THE DEAD ZONE in quick succession, and generally enjoyed every episode. The fourth season is darker in content with more standalone episodes. The Stillson and Purdy backstory is only seen now and then. "Heroes and Demons" is probably the best episode from season 4. Still good viewing but we no longer feel compelled to watch without a break, as we did while watching seasons 1 and 2.』
(great series) 『this is a great series, too bad it ended without anyone knowing it was going to end as soon as it did after 6 successful season runs.』
(Awesome!) 『I've become very fond of the series and I watch every episode with delight. I enjoyed this fourth season as much as the others. Right now I'm watching the fifth season and probably I'll end watching the final season in the following weeks. Fully recommended for those who like normal people with not so normal gifts.』
(Great series!) 『Not much more to say. We just really like the series. Wish it would continue.』 『Studio: Lions Gate Home Ent. Release Date: 02/05/2008 Run time: 504 minutes Rating: Nr』 『The fourth season may fall a little short of the three that preceded it, butThe Dead Zoneremains one of the smartest, most intriguing series on television. As its adherents well know by now, the show, based on Stephen King's 1979 novel of the same name, was adapted for TV by Michael and Shawn Piller, with actor Anthony Michael Hall (who's also one of the producers) starring as Johnny Smith, who recovered from a horrific car accident and resulting six-year coma to find that his fiancee (Nicole deBoer) is now married to the town sheriff (Chris Bruno), who's helping raise her and Johnny's son. What's more, Johnny is now possessed of some remarkable and unsettling powers: simply by touching another person, or objects touched by others, Smith experiences visions that illuminate events that have happened, will happen, or are simultaneously taking place elsewhere. It must be handy to know which elevator button to push when you're looking for someone who's in trouble, or to realize that it's okay to jump off a hundred-foot bridge because you've seen yourself surviving the fall, but Smith's visions are rarely comforting and not always reliable, leading to moments of genuine suspense and intrigue.
With eleven episodes (plus a "bonus episode" from December, 2005) spread out over three discs,The Dead Zoneis at its best when dealing with the series' one ongoing storyline: i.e., the machinations of Congressman Greg Stillson (Sean Patrick Flanery), the dumb, arrogant puppet of sinister forces who aim to put him in the White House, where, by accident or design, he may preside over Armageddon, according to Smith's visions. Unfortunately, only three Season Four episodes address that story, and they fail to advance it much further; indeed, Episode 11, "Saved," serves mainly as a cliffhanger for subsequent seasons. The remaining stories, in which Johnny helps the cops pursue various psychopaths, perverts, missing persons (including a Lennon-esque rock star presumed dead many years before), and such, are good but considerably more pedestrian. Still, while other shows may have cooler special effects, more action, and larger doses of tension-relieving humor,The Dead Zonestands out for its overall smarts and classy production values. Bonus features include deleted scenes, audio commentary on a few episodes, and a featurette focusing on production design.--Sam Graham』
price：$1.49
Universal Studios
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (The mystical culture of Haiti introduced in outstanding manner) 『The Serpent and the Rainbow (1988) is a sci-fi, mystical, pagan movie based on the culture of Haiti done in an outstanding manner, more so for a movie completed with the technology of that time.
In the European and American nations, little is known about Haiti than its economical history, such as the triangular trade and its Carribean Island location.
This story will change all that. Those involved in this project are incredibly talented: script, editing, special effects, costumes, coordination of the extras, etc.
The quality of the DVD transfer is glossy and crystal clear, and the audio is done to perfection as well, music, chanting, singing, songs, etc. The picture is wide-screen, as well.
The actors often are too easily underestimated, for some reason or other but here, they really pull through, taking the picture up another notch. Bill Pullman as Dennis - just another "American" tourist, wearing a T-Shirt, jeans - only this time, mandated by his employer, a pharma company, to retrieve samples of a narcotic rumored to be used in Haiti by the Tonton Macoutes chief of police. It is also associated with Voodoo mystical rituals and with torture techniques, mind control experiments, and more to repress political dissidents, persona non grata, enemies and the unwelcome. Pullman has to separate the fact from fiction.
Zakes Mokae masterfully plays Peytraud, the Macoutes police boss, leading a double life as the underground voodoo shaman or godfather, on the negative side.
Paul Winfield is Lucien, on the positive side, whno uses his influence, knowledge, and training for the good and healing of the same population.
The symbology is explained somewhat, with python snakes, rainbow, tarantulas, funerals, the use of insect blood, skeletons, and others.
The filming sets are tightly focused on the story, strictly controlling the street, hotel, and the landscape scenes, to only further the film and its story, vs. any potential distraction.
Remarkable events happen to Pullman on the island, as his jaded, atheistic, dismissive and Wall St Journal view of what his trip will be about, is turned on its head, as he becomes the object of strong-arm tactics by Moake for not heeding warnings, related to straying from his tourist visa. Not even after submitting to torture interrogation at one point, and getting involved with dissidents who were administered the narcotic Tetrodotoxin, and the TonTon's mind control (such as being buried alive) does the American stop. He further gets romantically involved with his business contact on the island, (Cathy Tyson.)
Some of the sets would naturally trigger a panic from city slickers, if visiting the Rain Forests of the Amazon or the jungles of Haiti, if falling down a 30 foot deep pit, or if confronted by a tiger. This is double so, when facing voodoo as a belief system, not knowing its rules, much less its intricacies and those believing it.
As stated, Mokae's character is deeply involved with the occult, and psychologically manipulates victims, implanting hallucinations, flashbacks, over 12 hour drug trips, imprinting massive fear in the victims. They are convinced that taking them out would be an inconsequential matter, as suggested by the piles of skulls in a dungeon, located under the interrogation room.
The compound's preparation is apparently owed to the voodoo shamen, over many generations, requiring the Bufo Marinus sea toad fish, sea worm, puffer fish, skeleton bones, fire, various rituals, and is explained and played well by Brent Jennings's "Bokor" character.
Some parts seem accessory to the storyline, such as the lighting of 500 candles in the middle of a tall and dense jungle, the sleep-walking skeleton,the swimming and diving at a waterfall, name dropping Lucrezia Borgia, etc.
The staging of a murder, to incriminate Pullman's character to gain leverage is not unheard of, in cult of personality regimes.
Some of the special effects are extraordinarily well done, such as when adversaries are thrown against the wall, the masterful filming in very little light, with total clarity, the high-end picture quality, etc.
In sum, this movie is definately something for sci-fi fans, and for everyone.』
(Better in the darkness with surround...) 『The serpent and the rainbow, maybe the best cult horror movie for me, except the end, when special effects saturate the story, but it is based in a true story, very good script, acting, direction, and feelings... if you want the best response on you, have to watch it in the darknes with home theather, you will feel the same as the caracters... breath, breath...』
(Great Movie, Not A Documentry) 『Most people (Wade Davis included) whine about how unrealistic and bigoted the portrayal of the Vodun religon is.
There's one detail they leave out. ITS JUST A MOVIE. Not a documentary. It was made by Wes Craven for god's sake. It's supposed to be a horror movie, and that it is. And a damn good one I might add. It's really rehash of western urban myths of the voodoo religion, sprinkled with bits of the actual beliefs, but not a full scope.
Though the movie doesn't come close to the truth. It's not supposed to. It has a stable and provacative story, And derserves a watch for anyone who has an interest in the occult. Just remember yeah, none of it's real. But look at it this way. To the Hatians this stuff is VERY real. I've even spoken with hatians who praise the movie close to their beliefs, but were off on (many) things.
Anyone who is up for a scare, or a good story concerning poltical unrest, and black magic? Watch th movie.
Want the pure scientific facts? Read the book or go to Hati and find a Houngan, (but avoid Bokor)』
(Beetle's review) 『I have been to Haiti a number of times in the last 8 years. This movie is fascinating mostly because it is very believable. The fact is that Voodoo is an integral part of Haitian society and culture. It is present everywhere and at all times, you just need to look around to see it. The movie is a "thriller", "horror" and just plain scary film that is very believable once you have seen the "real" location. I recommend this film to anyone who is interested in the "real" World around us, much like HOTEL RWANDA was an excellent depiction of the realities of man's inhumanity to man.』
(Nothing special here...) 『Loosely based on a true account, The Serpent and the Rainbow tells the tale of an anthropologist who is sent to Haiti to retrieve the famed "zombie powder", a drug that can render the user paralyzed but conscious that the US intends to use as an alternative to anasthesia. In his search for the witch doctor that creates the legendary powder, he becomes entangled in the times of political uproar that lead to the overthrow of Haiti's cruel dictator.
Many turn their noses up at The Serpent and the Rainbow because it is not faithful to the book of the same name. If you, like myself, don't read and simply want to watch a decent movie, this is still a bad choice. The storyline starts off on a fairly straight forward foot. Anthropologist wants the powder, dictator wants him out of the country and isn't afraid to show force to prove it, tension is building, etc. However as the movie progresses it continually devolves into a bloated, confusing bore with a few cheap scares thrown in until you finally hit the ridiculous special effects extravaganza ending. It's safe to say some of the original story's integrity was compromised here for the sake of making a scary or exciting movie, which it is neither.
In its defense, the movie does have a foreboding atmosphere that's actually authentic having actually been filmed in Haiti, but it's really not enough to make up for the rest. As mentioned, The Serpent and the Rainbow is drawn out, boring, confusing, and leaves you with a bad feeling upon completion of viewing. A safe one to skip for Wes Craven and horror fans alike.』 『A DRUG COMPANY SENDS A HARVARD ANTHROPOLOGIST TO HAITI FORVOODOO ZOMBIE POWDER.』 『Eight years before he scored a phenomenal hit withScream, horror master Wes Craven made a worthy effort to "legitimize" horror with this chilling supernatural thriller, based on the best-selling book by Wade Davis. More ambitious than most horror films, this one allowed Craven to generate compelling plausibility with the fact-based story of a Harvard researcher (Bill Pullman) who travels to Haiti to procure a secret voodoo powder that places people into a state of simulated death. His investigation into the hidden world of black magic grows increasingly dangerous until he's caught in a living nightmare--a potentially deadly predicament that inspired the film's advertising tag line: "Don't bury me... I'm not dead!" Craven pays particular attention to authentic details of Haitian society and the role voodoo plays in Haitian culture, and the film gains additional atmosphere from location shooting in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Craven would, of course, continue to thrive by making more "conventional" horror films includingScream, but this remains a fascinating departure for one of the genre's most celebrated directors.- -Jeff Shannon』
price：$9.98
First Look Pictures
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Ginger Snaps) 『This is a better than average horror film. For sure it has all the necessary traits of a classic horror film, blood, gore, violence, and more, but it also has a decent plot. I'm surprised by the depiction of teen smoking on their high school campus, but that's a side point.
These two sisters have this fascination with death. They pose as dead people for countless photos then share them with their classmates. However, when one is attacked by this unknown creature, their fascination with death becomes a fear of it. The older sister gradually transforms into a werewolf so that by the end of the film she's completely lost her humanity. This film borrows a little from "An American Werewolf in London" in that Ginger doesn't really want to be a werewolf but she has no choice. Her sister teams up with a greenhouse gardener (who also grows marijuana) to concoct a remedy for the werewolf transformation. However, by the end of the movie it's too late and Giger has completely "snapped" and goes on the killing spree one figures a werewolf would embark upon. Oddly enough there is no law enforcement investigations into any of the killings, no nosy neighbors who try to find out what's killing their dogs
But as said above, this is not really a bad movie. It's not for the faint of heart, but it does have a storyline one can follow. That storyline is engaging enough to keep your interest throughout the film. As with so many other films it won't win any awards, but it does reflect at least some thought on the part of the writers and producers.』
(Clever) 『This film was a great surprise. It is a clever take on the werewolf legend and combines comedy with horror in a pleasing manner. I would highly recommended this film to someone who likes horror movies or is interested in getting into them.』
(Ginger Snaps) 『Ginger Snaps is an excellent movie.
I like to classify this movie as a horror/drama (Like May, for example). It is not just someone wearing a mask going around chopping clueless teenagers to death till all of them are dead. This movie is actually an intelligent drama. I find it pleasantly ironic that a horror movie can be a better drama that 85% of drama movies.
Ginger Snaps features a closeknit pair of sisters. They have a close friendship and are a little demented, sarcastic and very intelligent. They are outsiders at there school. They're appearance at the beginning of the movie is kind of shabby and run down.
I won't give anything away but I will say that Ginger Snaps is an intelligent (and gory) werewolf movie that defies all stereotypes and instead takes it's own independent path. The action scenes in this movie are very well done cinematically and violent and intense - I was impressed - it was very indicatory of an excellent director. The director really put the fear and intensity of what was happening into the violent action.
Horror fans seeking gore will not be disappointed. People ( like me ) who a looking for an intelligent but scary and edgy horror movie will not be disappointed.
Unlike many of the movies in this genre that are obscenely souless and where the character are obviously merely fodder for the slaughter, Ginger Snaps has heart. Now don't get me wrong! Ginger Snaps has heart. It is also often creepy and demented, has violent and gory scene of violence and also has a horror climax that is full of fearful tension.
The beginning of this movie is very creepy. This movie does not hold back, which is very good. It is a horror movie that is also an excellent drama(think May only darker, more violent, etc...). It has heart. It has a moral conscience and that's important to me. That does not stop this movie from being as twisted, demented and creepy as it wants to be however.
Highly recommended! Watch it! 』
(Love love love love....) 『This is my favorite horror film of all time. Everything about this movie kicks ass and Ginger is hottt...』
(Great Movie! Great Extras!) 『This movie has it all - humor, plot, creepy scenes and lots of blood! The extras included with this Canadian version are fantastic. (I would recommend only buying the Canadian Collector's Edition / CE - the US release does ont include any of the extras!)』 『Movie DVD』 『LikeCarriebefore it,Ginger Snapsuses horror-movie conventions as an inspired metaphor for puberty. When beautiful but reclusive goth teenager Ginger (Katharine Isabelle) is attacked by a monstrous wolf on the eve of her first period, her body starts changing in a big way, as do her suddenly lusty, feral appetites. Director John Fawcett masterfully balances the expectations of teen horror exploitation (blood, bodies, sex, smart dialogue, and good old-fashioned monster-movie scares) with clever black humor and tender sisterly solidarity. Only devoted sister Brigitte (gloomy Emily Perkins) knows the truth, and even as Ginger's abrupt transformation threatens their once unbreakable friendship, bonds of blood and love keep them together: Brigitte disposes of Ginger's victims while searching for a cure. Mimi Rogers costars as their dotty but unexpectedly sensitive mom, ready to sacrifice all to protect her daughter. Blood and blood ties have never been more evocative.--Sean Axmaker』
price：$2.45
Sony Pictures
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Excellent, for those who can get their hands on the proper version!) 『As long as you receive the right DVD, it's certainly worth the money, and then some. The version with Digital Copy is sorely lacking in special features and anyone who has received that version should seek to get a refund and try buying through the other sellers. I finally managed to get a copy of the Special Edition through one of the other sellers and it's actually worth all the effort I had to put into getting it.』
(Really really awful) 『This is really a film for small children who haven't seen many movies. As a kid's movie, it ranks 3 stars. As a movie for an adult, it ranks as one of the worst movies I've ever seen, based on the redundancy, the slow pace, and the truly bad dialogue. A good film editor could have pared this film down to a 30 minute made-for-tv movie. It is probably best for small children (4 to 7), viewed in half-hour intervals. There is limited, mild violence. There is perhaps a single, brief, slightly sexual scene that small children can watch without harm. There is no use of profanity at all. Hagrid from the Harry Potter series is in this movie and he sports a very bad haircut.』
(Krull) 『I watched this so long ago, when my children were toddlers. One day I was cruising through the movie channels, and I found this old 80's movie that I had forgotten that ever existed. It was showing the scene with a very young Liam Neeson and Robbie Coltrane (Hagrid of the Harry Potter Movies) and I just sat there mezmerized all over again. I LOVE fantasy type movies, and this one I remembered from way back. IF you want Mild violence and great fun, this is the one you want to see.』
(Great treatment but misleading packaging) 『A+ For the movie itself. This cheesy film has never looked or sounded better, and that's why I wanted the DVD.
That said, this appears to be a newer edition of the DVD. Many of the extras advertised on the packages are missing entirely. Instead, it comes with just the two commentary soundtracks, a trailer for Men in Black and a DRM-laden version of the movie to play on a computer or a Sony PSP. After repeatedly digging through the menu system to find them, I popped the disc in my PC and had a look at the contents. A quick examination of the disc reveals that it does not contain the Marvel Comic presentation, the Journey to Krull video, or any photo galleries.
I'm rating the product well because I didn't buy it for the extras, but new buyers beware!』
(Krull) 『I love this movie and want to get it on DVD for several years. I finally have done this. It is one of my favorite movies of all times. It still looks good after all those years. I would recommend it to science fiction fans and just movie fans.』 『Prince Colwyn sets off to rescue his bride who is held captive by the Beast, opposed at every turn by slayers and alien beings. Genre:Science Fiction Rating:PG Release Date:13-SEP-2005 Media Type:DVD』 『There's something inescapably appealing about this camp 1983Star Wars-meets-The Lord of the Ringsknockoff that encourages the viewer to overlook its many silly shortcomings and simply enjoy the fun. James Horner's rollicking music score certainly helps, as does the epic-scale CinemaScope photography of the breathtaking Italian landscapes. The costumes and extravagant production design are also great to look at, and much of Derek Meddings's visual effects work still looks striking. Freddie Jones stands head and shoulders above the rest of the cast as the wise Ynyr, while the two romantic leads, Ken Marshall as Prince Colwyn and Lysette Anthony (with an overdubbed American voice) as Princess Lyssa, are mere formalities on which to hang the plot. The all-British supporting cast includes Todd Carty, Bernard Bresslaw, Robbie Coltrane, Liam Neeson, and the gorgeous Francesca Annis. If you feel the need for some escapist sword-and-sorcery fantasy, thenKrulldelivers in full measure.--Mark Walker』
price：$5.48
DVD)
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Tastes Just Like Chicken ;-)...) 『Guten Abend Mein Herrin, I don't write spoilers. This is a very good movie,&a fine member of the SotL storyline. Really a nice expansion on the plot. One problem: Julianne Moore. I've nothing against her, but feel she let this film down badly. She simply didn't "Bring it." I thought Foster was snubbed for this role when it was released. In order to have the money to pay for Hopkins. I was wrong. She took a pass on it. IMHO, Ms.Moore barely acted @all in this. An unemotional Poker Face through most of the film. You get little or no sense of her turmoil, motivation, or pain. Looks like this is the last in the series, a fine job.』
(Hannibal) 『Ten years have passed since Dr. Hannibal Lecter escaped from custody, ten years since FBI Agent Agent Clarice Starling interviewed him in a maximum security hospital for the criminally insane. The doctor is now at large in Europe, pursuing his own interests and savoring the scents and essences of an unguarded world. But Starling has never forgotten her encounters with Dr. Lecter, and the metallic rasp of his seldom-used voice still haunts her dreams. But Mason Verger remembers Dr. Lecter, too, and is obsessed with revenge. Verger was Dr. Lecter's sixth victim, and though hideously disfigured, has survived to rule a vast financial empire. What a great movie. Excellent story line and brillantly acted by Anthony Hopkins and Julianne Moore. Intriguing and very creepy.』
(review of hannible sequal) 『I had the movie when it was on VHS and loved it. Julieanne Moore playes a beliveable Clarice Starling In this sequal I thought the movie was very well done』
(Doesn't Disappoint!!) 『It's so different from its predecessor Silence of the Lambs, yet it is equally engrossing. It's dark comedy driven by suspense, and it delves into the love story between good and evil. I can't speak highly enough about how thrilling this is to watch!』
("This Film Floors You!") 『I recently watched "Hannibal" again and I realized I forgot how good a film this is. Directed by Ridley Scott (most famous for "Thelma and Louise") "Hannibal" stars Anthony Hopkins in the role that made him a household name. As Hannibal Lecter Mr. Hopkins is sophisticated, articulate, and most of all terrifying in his attempt to keep the FBI from recapturing him after escaping police custody in "The Silence of The Lambs". I'm not a fan of sequels but this movie works. With an excellent script "Hannibal" is one of those cinematic masterpieces both in story content and look. A lot of the film was shot in Europe and the background adds to the mood of the film. Julianne Moore replaces Jodie Foster in the Clarice Starling role and it is evident, but according to reports Foster couldn't be persuaded to return. Five minutes into the film, however, you forget a different actress is playing one of the biggest parts which is a testimony to the wonderful actress Moore is. "Hannibal" was also a boxoffice smash grossing over $350,000,000. This exquisite two disc set features an array of bonus features that will pleasure the most ardent Hannibal fan. Included is an alternate ending, commentary by Scott, over 35 minutes of deleted scenes, a great featurette on the making of the movie, TV Spots, and more. "Time" magazine calls "Hannibal"..."Thilling". There are also two prequels to "The Silence of The Lambs", the first of which is called "The Red Dragon" that recounts the story of how Lecter was originally captured and there is "Hannibal Rising" that documents Hannibal at a young age and how he became a monster. Both films are worth purchasing.』 『Anthony Hopkins is "perverse perfection" (Rolling Stone) in his return to the role of Dr. Hannibal Lecter, the sophisticated killer who comes out of hiding to draw FBI agent Clarice Starling (Julianne Moore) into a high-stakes battle that will test her strength, cunning and loyalty.』 『Yes, he's back, and he's still hungry. Ten years afterThe Silence of the Lambs, Dr. Hannibal "the Cannibal" Lecter (Anthony Hopkins, reprising his Oscar-winning role) is living the good life in Italy, studying art and sipping espresso. FBI agent Clarice Starling (Julianne Moore, replacing Jodie Foster), on the other hand, hasn't had it so good--an outsider from the start, she's now a quiet, moody loner who doesn't play bureaucratic games and suffers for it. A botched drug raid results in her demotion--and a request from Lecter's only living victim, Mason Verger (Gary Oldman, uncredited), for a little Q and A. Little does Clarice realize that the hideously deformed Verger--who, upon suggestion from Dr. Lecter, peeled off his own face--is using her as bait to lure Dr. Lecter out of hiding, quite certain he'll capture the good doctor.
Taking the basic plot contraptions from Thomas Harris's baroque novel,Hannibalis so stylistically different from its predecessor that it forces you to take it on its own terms. Director Ridley Scott gives the film a sleek, almost European look that lets you know that, unlike the first film (which was about the quintessentially American Clarice), this movie is all Hannibal. Does it work? Yes--but only up to a point. Scott adeptly sets up an atmosphere of foreboding, but it's all buildup for anticlimax, as Verger's plot for abducting Hannibal (and feeding him to man-eating wild boars) doesn't really deliver the requisite visceral thrills, and the much-ballyhooed climatic dinner sequence between Clarice, Dr. Lecter, and a third unlucky guest wobbles between parody and horror. Hopkins and Moore are both first-rate, but the film contrives to keep them as far apart as possible, when what madeSilenceso amazing was their interaction. When they do connect it's quite thrilling, but it's unfortunately too little too late.--Mark Englehart』
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