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Manipulative trash . I'm disgusted by DePalma.  This is trash and so is he.  It is too manipulative and it is completely his fault.  He stretches out these horror scenes in the most manipulative way, as we watch Travolta fight his way through crowds to save the girl.  This kind of manure (self censorship) angers me.  This isn't art.  It's garbage.  His whole purpose is to manipulate us, to extend the horror scene in the most manipulative way.  Don't you see how phony it is?  Don't you resent how he is playing with your emotions?  You call this art?  You call this talent?  You call this good directing?  It's trash.  He stinks.  If he's trying to copy Hitchcock, he's not doing it right.  Why not show us Travolta swimming through sharks trying to save the girl.  I got it.  How about Travolta pushing kindergarten kids out of the way trying to save the girl from a four year old strangler.  And stretch the scene out, make it last through the whole milk and cookies period, as Travolta keeps pushing kids out of his way and the kids are merrily eating their Oreos and the girl is getting strangled.  Eeek.  That's a good scream.  DePalma, you stink.  What other stupid tricks can you do
Output: NEG
Great story if only the language was cleaner. . YIKES.. Saw this on TV a while back and there was no cussing.  Bought the DVD and wow, it was filled with it....way too much. But the story was very creative and would be a great family film if the language was cleaner.  Clean language would've earned a 5 star rating.
Output: NEG
A Rewarding Investment (of time), but NOT A COP SHOW . The Wire is easily one of the greatest, if not the greatest, cinematic pieces of art ever.  Potential WATCHERS know this however, this is a show that requires a significant amount of commitment; do not expect to sit back and be entertained.  The show challenges the watcher and requires reflection on an array of intellectual levels.  At a minimum, the reasonably bright should have no problem connecting the scattered dots The Wire's creators masterfully placed for viewers.  The dull on the other hand will only see a show with cops and a group of unintelligible thugs while searching for the quick entertainment fix that can only come from brainless shows like Cops, CSI, or The Shield.
Output: POS
Poor adaptation . As said by other reviewers, a lot of what was in the original story was changed, and the film was updated to the time period where it was. The boys are American, from a military school, and talk about fear of the Russians snatching them up and drafting them for their athletic teams. The choice of making them from a military school may have been a poor choice - it may have hurt the belief of the transition from normal boys to animals. I don't want to sound like I'm stereotyping people in the military, but people in general already think there's a thin line between military experience in matters of war and the feelings of a wild animal.    Basically, I think the biggest problem with this film is that the storytelling is lost. You don't feel like there's a transition to barbarism like you did in the book and the 1963 film. For example, during the bonfire sequence Jack is shouting out directions: "OK, you be the pig, we'll be the hunters," and everyone chases the selected kid around the fire. (not actually hurting him, mind you, just chasing him) That's not chaos nor barbarism, that's an organized celebration. It's about as uncivilized as a frathouse orientation. The director tries to play this scene out like it's a terrible thing, but it just doesn't come across that way.    I might also add that this shares a similar problem with another modern adaptation, that being the John Hurt "1984." That film, if I recall correctly, didn't have a single "Big Brother is Watching You." Likewise, this film doesn't have a single, "Kill the pig, spill her blood!" That's right, the most famous line from the book is not even in this movie. Actually, a kid in one scene says quietly, "We killed a pig." That's about it. This leaves out an important part in the transition of the children from civilization to animal-like behavior. The fact the boys relished in the killing of a wild animal, chanting and screaming, "KILL THE PIG! SLIT HER THROAT! SPILL HER BLOOD!" was one of the most poignant moments of the book and 1963 film, and is one of the most recognizable literary quotes next to "Tell me about the rabbits, George."    On a final note, the character of Piggy is ruined in this film. Danuel Pipoly was terrible in the role, and sounds like he was plucked from an elementary school play. I don't wanna give too much away, but I was happy when "something something" happened to him. That sounds mean but it's true, and it's a very bad thing in a film like this.    This film could have been good, but it fails on all levels. The transition from schoolboys to animalistic roots is unbelievable, making the whole point of the story lost on the audience. The best part of the whole thing to me was that marine at the end, and he's in about ten seconds of film time. I hate comparing it to the 1963 film version so much, but I would really suggest people see that instead. Avoid this unless you can catch it on cable and watch at your own discretion
Output: NEG
Quiller Got Lost on the Way Home . The Quiller Memorandum takes place back during the cold war. It represented a time and place in history that was true at that time. It accurately depicts an era that is now gone, that some of us lived through.    The movie, by today's standards, is a little disjointed and incomplete.It jumps to a conclusion but lacks story development how it got there. Some scenes must have been edited on the cutting room floor back in the 60's or 70's in order to get a G or GP rating. As a result of those incomplete or cut scenes, part of the movie makes no sense.  The movie would have been better served if it were produced closer to the author's original book.    The most memorable part of the movie is the haunting score, including Matt Monroe's "Wednesday's Child".  I was disappointed in viewing this movie again some 20 or 30 years later. Perhaps Wolfe was right when he said that we can never go home again. Quiller must have gotten lost on his way home!
Output: NEG
Ok for British sex ed vid on AIDS, other than that.... . I found this video to be a real snoozer. While the title "My first time" suggests a sexy look at guy's first experiences, nothing could be farther from the truth.  This video is best suited as a high school sex-ed video dealing with to how to protect you from sexually transmitted diseases.  While it is true that the information presented is accurate and valid, if I knew that sex ed is what this video preached about (i.e. how to use a condom), I would have passed.  This video is produced in England, and for an American, the accents can be distracting.  My recommendation is if you are a virgin and know nothing about gay sex, get this video.  If you know the ropes, pass on this one
Output: NEG
Another bad movie starring Anna Nicole Smith??? Could it be? . Ok this is another one of Anna's pointless films. It sucked. I think instead of renting this video send your $2 to anna so she can pay for some acting classes
Output: NEG
Great Series . Lucille Ball's second TV Show "The Lucy Show" doesn't seem to come close to her first, the extremely popular "I Love Lucy", in amount of reruns syndicated on television. This is a shame since the quality of the two shows are very similar. In the series, Lucy stars as Lucy Carmichael, a zany secretary working in a Hollywood bank for her stodgy boss, Mr. Mooney. Lucy's less-than-efficient secretarial skills and wacky hijacks frequently infuriate her boss, but somehow she is loyal to him not matter what. The five episodes included in this DVD feature some famous guest stars including Carol Burnette (playing Lucy's librarian roommate Carol), and John Wayne, Milton Berle, Ruta Lee, and George Burns. Like in "I Love Lucy", Lucille's character fawning over the movie stars is very amusing and even though the series was made a decade after "I Love Lucy", she still does much of her physical comedy pretty well. The picture quality of the episodes is not the best and the menu navigation for the DVD is somewhat confusing, but those problems are not bad enough to distract from the shows. While its not quite as good as Lucy's first show, it's still a great show and worth a look if you enjoy "I Love Lucy" or Lucille Ball
Output: POS
Great Workout . This is a very fast paced workout.  It took a couple of times through to learn the routine.  Denise doesn't cue all that well.  She's very upbeat and energetic and constantly gives words of encouragement.  Most people don't like that about her, but I think she is motivating.      You definitely work all muscle groups and you'll be sweating with this workout.  I'm tired, but invigorated by the end.    I enjoyed this workout a lot
Output: POS
Nothing to marvel over. . I wanted to see this film in theaters. I am a Cronen fan. I admit. I wasn't really a huge fan on Viggo Mortensen. I never read the book, but somehow I was drawn to this film, indirectly.    So, I wait for the DVD. Which isn't such a bad DVD as it is a film. Firstly, there are no surprises. Any surprises this movie could possibly have in store for us was revealed in either the trailer, the DVD cover, or the DVD ad. Viggo's performance as a whole, wasn't too shabby. Ed Harris was obviously the one man shining through this dark and boring movie. So in this small, secluded town Tom Stall aka 'Joey, turns out to save some lives and becomes a hero. Although, it turns out Tom Stall wasn't much of a hero as he was a villain. That's about it. The movie drags it ending around like a dogs rear on the carpet.    The sex scenes felt out of place more than anything. I couldn't stress that enough. I'm going to be blunt. They are too random. They are in bad taste. They are uncomfortable. They are very much disliked by me, personally.    And finally, the ending. The ending was probably the most empty finish I've ever witnessed. Tom Stall goes after his brother, takes care of him, drives back, and Sits down for a nice meal with the family. Three words. Fade to black.    I give this movie 2 out of 5 stars. For two reasons. Some of the action scenes were interesting, and Ed Harris. I would not recommend this film
Output: NEG
Disaster at Sea . It takes better than two hours to find out if the faux legendary pianist 1900 will go down with the Virginian when it is blown up at sea after being taken out of service.  And it is two completely wasted hours.  Hard to say what is most annoying -- the omnipresent voiceover, the philosophical twaddle that rationalizes why he never leaves the ship, the philosophical twaddle when he almost leaves the ship, the bad acting, the farcical piano duel with Jelly Roll Morton, the fleeting love story with a young passenger who looks like Amelia Earhart confused about why she's on a ship instead of her plane. The movie is splendidly photographed -- give it that much.  I watched it because of the director's earlier Cinema Paradiso.  He is a far better cinematic teller of memoirs than of fables.
Output: NEG
One of the better poker DVDs, just a little boring . This DVD is pretty good, but the reviews I had read led me to believe I was really going to get an amazing batch of pro secrets. The DVD is good and she does tell some things that you probably haven't heard anywhere else. I am speaking specifically about her ideas she got from her conversations with the FBI and her tips on how to deal with a maniac at the table. I really thought those two areas were exceptional. It always seems like common sense after you hear it, but she really does clear a lot of things up and does a good job of providing a lot of information.     A few downsides to mention: She discusses a lot about tells and sizing up an opponent. I only play online, so this stuff didn't help me. Also, when she discusses a tell, she performs it herself as she talks about it. When Lederer discussed tells in his DVD, he had actors play them out in a scenario, which I thought was both entertaining and more helpful to remember. The DVD never leaves a poker table with her just talking--which decreases the desire to watch it a lot of times. Had she ventured into the casino a few times to show a hand or something to change things up a little, I think it would have been better. Basically, the DVD gets a little boring after watching it a time or two.     Wrapping up this review, you have Annie Duke sharing her thoughts on how to take care of business at the poker table. It might not be the most entertaining DVD you ever buy, but there is some good information on the DVD. Definitely worth the price to have a pro player give up 90 minutes of their time. If you only play poker online, you can skip this one and wait for her online poker DVD. It should be a better choice. If you play some live poker, I think you'll definitely want to know the information on this DVD. It could really make you more dangerous at the tables.
Output: POS
Fun new show . I hate math, but this show has given me a great appreciation for it.  Th cast has great chemistry.  I feel like a couple of the FBI agents when Charlie is explaining a new math formula, so he puts it in layman's terms for them (and me!).  Whether or not you like crime-based shows, you'll love this
Output: POS
Hard to resist due to good performances... . I'm not a big fan of Tom or Demi, and Jack even wears out his welcome in some films, but not here. The supporting roles are superbly done, the tension in the plot is sustained well until the end, and when this shows up on cable TV I almost always watch it again for a half-hour or so. Here you find soldiers and the law and political correctness in conflict, and that reflects a lot of real life in the USA during the past four years. I enjoy the script, because it demonstrates how brain power sometimes wins out over brute force.
Output: POS
OH MY GOD!!!!! . First of all this is the worst animation I've seen in my life!!! There like what 14-16 and they look like they have fake lips! Their hair is the worst!!! Overall.... HATED IT!!!
Output: NEG
fulci lives! . Let me start by saying that i love this movie and  love fulci.This was the first fulci flick i seen and when i first watched it i thought it was a little overrated,it was only after i watched the majority of his other movies that i really learned to appreciate it.(Let me explain.)this was the one of his movies that failed to shock me.When i watched the regurgitation of giblets scene from 'city' i was shocked.When i watched the nipple scene in 'ripper' i was shocked.Watching this again i realize its probably the best done of all his movies but definetely not his goriest and the story isnt really the greatest(im sorry).The only reason i write this review is probably because the poor reviews of the two other two movies ive mentioned,which honestly i enjoyed more.Zombie is a great movie but nowhere near his best or goriest.(Isnt that why we watch fulci flicks?
Output: POS
Amazon should not sell these titles . I believe the quality of this transfer (along with the one for Raise The Red Lantern) is so horrific that it completely ruines the beautiful experience of watching these Gong Li/ Zhang Yimou movies and should not even be offered for sale. Truly Ba
Output: NEG
Taking guitar lessons to a new level . This is a great DVD.  The guitar style spectrum is covered here with country, blues, and rock, with tips and tricks to enhance your own style.  Greg uses Fender Strats and Telecasters (my favorite guitars) throughout the video and explains and demonstrates his unique style in a way that you can pick up on with a little practice and not be totally discouraged.  This DVD is filled with humor, great teaching and superb pointers for expanding your technique.  If you are a fan of Greg Koch or would want to make your playing really stand out, you need this video
Output: POS
Another great Dora video! . My son loves this! We are accumulating the Dora DVDs one at a time because I get tired of hearing the same ones over and over... But I must say that Dora is just about the only one that doesn't get on my nerves. I even catch myself WATCHING her from time to time.    This has some movement for the kids to participate in, some learning, and fun songs. An all around great DVD for the little ones.
Output: POS
Note to Paramount: no sane person is going to pay more than $60 for a DVD set, ever . Wake up Paramount!  Take a cue from your sales on the STTNG sets.  Now that you have finally come to your senses and dropped the prices on the sets to where they should have been in the FIRST PLACE, I would imagine that all of the hold-outs (like me) are now buying them.    See, it works like this, 30 minute shows on DVD, for a season, have earned a market fair price of $25-35.  So, since Star Trek episodes are an hour long, that means a fair doubling of the price puts it into the $50-70 range.  So, $60 is your sweet spot.    You will be able to take in the obsessive fans with your initial insane pricing points, but everyone else looks at your current price tags, especially with the shoddy packaging that you are still foisting on us, and just laughs and waits for the inevitable price drop.  So, do us all a favor and fire your marketing and sales people, drop the price to where it is supposed to be, and earn your sales.  Nobody sane is going to pay more than $60 for a season of an hour long/episode TV show on DVD, period
Output: POS
how do you say great movie . this movie was one of the better movies i've ever seen. as far as cute guys, great story-line, and talent go it's all that! i can't believe how  ne1 could not like it. i think it sends a very positive message out about  racial issues. and the movie also isn't mushy at all considering it's a  drama. if u like or dis like basketball it doesn't matter because it's  still a great movie no matter what! :
Output: POS
No information, no pictures . The film shows no action, except a disgusting performance of cutting apart a dead body, and you ask yourself, in what relation to the subject of the film this stands. (Sorry, forgot the 3-second-sceen of a naked young man) Just the head of 17-year-old lads, who wonder why they got infected, when they work as prostitute,  explaning in detail what they are to do in this job and where you can find them in Prag. (Like advertising) You are provided with not the least background information about their education, why they left their home town, why they have no normal job. I would wonder what politics think and do  about the youth in the new EC-country, what young people get told about the danger of deceases at school, and what other chances they have in life
Output: NEG
The Dreamers . Despite the mixed reviews the critics and other viewers may have given this movie, this is really pretty sick stuff, with little or no redeeming social context.  Objectively, sick just isn't erotic, no matter how hard one may try to rationalize to make it so.  Those who think differently really ought to either:  (a) focus a little more; (b) examine their true motives; or (c) get a life
Output: NEG
"No-laughs-for-us C.H.O." . I'm a Cho fan, and consider "I'm the One that I Want" to be just about the best stand-up act ever made... If you like Cho, you definitely HAVE to see that one, her first release. This second one is quite possibly the WORST stand-up act ever made. The lady definitely goes to extremes.    Where to begin? The lighting is poor, she looks like she's had a few too many, her jokes are stale reruns, and she's just plain off. I don't know what happened here, but she obviously does not understand the concept of Quality Control.    I made a special trip to Atlanta to see this one, being a big fan, and this is one of the ticket purchases that finally made me resolve NEVER AGAIN to buy movie tickets and just wait until things come out on DVD and I can rent them cheaply. Because, most movies are crap!    Two stars instead of one because of probably misguided and irrelevant residual gratitude left over from her first stand-up DVD
Output: NEG
A solid movie . Patriot Games is a good thriller based on the very famous Tom Clancy novel. This movie has good suspense, good action and a good conclusion. At times, the movie is slow moving and a little unrealisitc but hey..  The movie's about an ex CIA guy, Jack Ryan played by Harrison Ford who goes on vacation with his wife and daughter. But, of course, something goes wrong. They go to London and Jack becomes a hero when he saves a higly ranked Englishman's life. But, in the process, he kills one of the terrorists that attacked him. And the brother of the guy he killed isn't pleased. And that terrorist and his pals go to the U.S to get revenge, mainly by targeting Ryan's wife and kid. So Ryan is on the most important case of his life where he has to save his family. The movie includes one very suspensful scene where the terrorists are in a van on the highway shooting machine guns at Ryan's wife's Porsche. That should make you want to watch it. Anyway, I really enjoyed it and recommend it to anyone in the mood for a good thriller, Tom Clancy style.
Output: POS
Tour de Force for William Holden . This is movie is an excellent WWII prisoner of war film. I was enamored immediately and for the entire length of this film. William Holden is perfect as an American POW caught in the middle between a mission dreamed up by his British companions and desire to sit the war out. Director David Lean is the master.
Output: POS
I'M QUITE DISSAPOINTED IN THIS MOVIE . A PRINCESS AND 8 SAMURAIS BATTLE THE HIKIMA CLAN. THE MOVIE HAS SOME GOOD SWORDFIGHTS, BUT THE MOVIE'S ALSO TOO LONG, TOO SLOW MOVING AT TIMES, AND IT'S JUST A TRIAL TO SIT THROUGH AT TIMES!NOT TO MENTION, THE DUBBING IS HORRENDOUS. MARTIAL ARTS FANS SHOULD SKIP THIS ONE. THERE'S MUCH BETTER MOVIES OUT THERE THAN THIS
Output: NEG
over rated underwriten and over acted . well i bought this series agaisnst the star rating it has and i can only say that in my humble opinion it is badly written the acting is ham,and the actors of a standard that do not rate on a scale of 1 to 10 and i do not mean they score higher than ten. i cannot understand its  five star rating as comparing it with other series such as medium, numbers,waking the dead,it should never have got passed the pilot.if i could i would rate it 0 stars.if there is a secound series i will not be buying it.
Output: NEG
We love Little Bear! . My 3 year old daughter loves Little Bear. It airs on Noggin just in time for me to make dinner and it is her wind down time during the day. When she is feeling sleepy or just needs some quiet time, Little Bear always does the trick. The DVD is great with so many episodes. My daughter and I were more than happy with it. I would recommend this for any child between 2 and 6. (Actually I catch my older kids watching sometimes too!!
Output: POS
Frosty--5 stars, Frosty Returns-0 stars . Frosty is a perfect classic as always.  Great story and characters.  But, boy Frosty Returns makes this one you should probably skip.  First, the story and songs are weak. Second, Christmas isn't even mentioned. The directors have fallen for the left wing anti-Christmas agenda, resulting in the kids school having a "Winter Carnival" instead. Pathetic. The real Frosty would melt with anger.
Output: NEG
A highly original Western comedy... . A 1990's Western comedy featuring Mel Gibson, Maverick was a breath of fresh air when first appeared in theaters. The film doesn't take itself so seriously as many films with a Western setting tend to do. Based on the 1950's television series by the same name in which James Garner had a starring role, Maverick is a uniquely clever and entertaining adventure comedy...    When Bret Maverick (Mel Gibson) needs $25,000 to enter a winner-take-all poker tournament, he travels through towns en route to the tournament in the hopes of winning every dollar he needs. But he quickly encounters Angel (Alfred Molina), a roughneck poker player in his own right who tries to kill Maverick (his attempt inevitably fails).    Along the way, Maverick meets up with Ms. Annabelle Bransford (Jodie Foster) - a slick, conniving poker player who picks Maverick's pocket following a brief romantic encounter. When Maverick catches her, he forces her to wash his shirt as punishment. Shrinking his designer shirt, Annabelle runs off to catch a riverboat with Maverick running after her. After boarding the boat, the two are joined by Marshal Zane Cooper (James Garner) - a kind, retired sheriff famous throughout the West. Cooper's chivalry and hospitality greatly contrast with Maverick's brisk demeanor when it comes to dealing with Ms. Bransford.    As the three travel cross country, they face a series of pitfalls such as a dead coach driver who almost runs their coach off the top of a cliff, a showdown with hundreds of Indians, and Maverick's financial dealings with an Archduke from Russia. Separated in the confusion, the three eventually meet again on the Riverboat Lauren Belle, home of the championship poker game hosted by the riverboat's owner Commodore Duvall. Making use of his quick wit, Maverick raises the extra cash he needs to join the poker game (as well as a few thousand extra for Annabelle Bransford). Commodore Duvall puts Marshal Zane Cooper in charge of guarding the $500,000 in entry fees for the tournament in which Angel also happens to be a participant.  But in addition to beating Angel, Maverick faces other obstacles of even greater challenge...    Overall, Maverick is great entertainment. The acting is superb on all fronts with standout performances by Mel Gibson, Jodie Foster, and James Garner. Each of the main characters creates a likeable persona. And what makes this movie a must-see (because the plot leaves much to be desired) is the ability of the on-screen characters to create a personal connection with the audience. Several of the scenes in this film are absolutely hilarious, such as the ones with Joseph (Graham Greene). Maverick isn't the type of movie that will win Academy Awards or leave one pondering the fundamental principles of the universe, but it is a whole lot of fun. And if you want to do is laugh, give this movie a try...    The DVD Repor
Output: POS
And the jungle reeked for days... . Tanya can't act her way out of a - well, anything, but she can get out of any clothing whatever, and the gratuitous shots from below as she climbs trees and swings from ropes are great good fare for pubescent teenage boys without much of a social life.  Fred Wass does what he does best, wanders around on cue and collects a paycheck for no obvious reason.  Any one over the age of eighteen will want to drink a lot of beer while wasting time with this
Output: NEG
Alone in the Wilderness . I loved watching this movie on TV and purchased it for my father for Fathers Day. Its sooo hard to find something he doesn't already have and I thought he would really enjoy this movie.
Output: POS
Wut Up Cuz . This movie was so beautiful.  I watched it with my retarded daughter was immediately loved the character who was retarded.  she acted so good.  i couldnt believe how touching the end was with all the butterflies
Output: POS
Displaced from NY/NJ . Growing up as a kid in the NY metro Area, March of the Wooden Soldiers was always on WPIX Channel 11 every Thanksgiving. It had become a tradition in the family to watch it every year. After being transferred to Maryland, I have been unable to find it on any station (all 385 on cable). This version has both the colorized and the ORIGNAL Black & White version on the disc. It is wonderful!! Worth every penny for the memories and to keep the tradition alive with my children
Output: POS
Best Show Ever . Hilarious.  Simply hilarious.  This show is genius, one of the smartest and funniest comedies ever.  I am shocked it was cancelled after 3 seasons and amazed that it is not more widely accepted as quite possibly the best show on television.  Anyone with a good sense of humor that loves ridiculous situations and randomness would love these DVD's.  I only hope that comedy central releases seasons 2 and 3.  There is a petition, everyone who's interested should sign, just google it
Output: POS
Worst BE we own . My son, husband, and I really do not like this DVD because (unlike other Baby Einstein DVDs) this DVD is too focused on cheap looking computer animation. There are very few puppet scenes, and the ones they have are pretty quick and lack much depth. The music is pretty bad, too. I prefer the music of Baby Mozart or Baby Beethoven. This sounded synthetic and computer-generated, not "real." I found this DVD to be boring and couldn't keep my attention or that of my son. My son (15 months) can't watch this entire DVD. He gets very bored and sick of the monotonous sign language instructions  (which take up most of the DVD and are pretty fast in pace).  I was underwhelmed and wish I hadn't purchased this DVD. It is not like previous BE DVDs.  I suggest Baby McDonald, Baby Da Vinci, or Baby Mozart to those who wish to purchase a BE DVD.
Output: NEG
will carrie wind up with zhivago or stalin?  oops, i must be mixing up my stories ... . an insufferable view of life among a claque of ruskie girlfriends from the late 50s to the late 70s. nothing more than "sex & the city" transplanted to moscow in the khruschev and brezhnev eras -- if thats your cup of borscht, more power to you
Output: NEG
The clash of two cultures! . Kaufman's adaptation of Michael Crichton's Japan-bashing potboiler is a realtively light approach, a simple buddy-cop movie featuring a pair of entertaining star performances. In spite of the fact the novel's alarmism about the dangers of a dominant Japan would soon be undercovered by a mellow script that confers much more importance to the opposite views between Eastern and Western worlds around a lot of issues, the director muted the xenophobic material that had made the book so terrific and brutal, transforming it into an interesting film, whose plot is nourished by great visual effects and the stunning differences between both cultures, with Sean Connery working out as the common link between two ways of life with a great doses of suggested violence and alarming use of the technology to create unexpeceted accusations. Yet Sean Connery makes a very credible performance, as the detective, the script seems uncapable to surmount the anecdothic character of good guys and bad guys, and the ominous presence of the Japanese mob with pretensions of Noir Film, the picture leaves us a bitter taste, because even if there are good sequences, the whole material promised best best and major intentions.
Output: POS
A tour de force of great actors . The cast alone makes this one of the great films of all time.   The acting is superb, the characters are portrayed as likeable and keep you cheering for their cause.   It is, perhaps, Steve McQueen's greatest film right up to and including the best motorcycle footage ever at the end.  Charles Bronson is never better.  The action/drama is intense and builds quickly to a brilliant and moving finish.  Every movie affecionado will want this one for the memorable characters.
Output: POS
What in Hell? . What in Hell is wrong with the AH sets? Why do we have to buy the same movies that are REPEATED the each box set. It's bad enough that we suffer at the hands of studio's that keep adding supposedly &quot;newly found&quot; extras. I Love extras but being &quot;Force to get the new material each time is outraegous.I have three versions of Star wars and two or three of the Godfather.Several of the same movies are repeated in the box sets.Watch out,you are being taken advantaged of.  Bummer . . .
Output: NEG
Remix should be sold as such. . Solar Flow is a fine dvd, but should not be marketed as something separate from Yoga Shakti.  There are no new sequences, just remixes of the Shakti sequences.  Since you can rearrange all the Shakti sequences on your own, Solar Flow is superfluous.  I don't feel a lot of shanti being swindled into purchasing the same thing twice.  A little disclosure please!  -Rebecc
Output: NEG
Bad spot on dvd . We rec'd the Splash dvd and were quite a way into viewing it when it just went digital garbage -- all our other dvd's seem to work alright and we have a laser disk cleaner and try to run it through regularly -- i already threw away the container -- we will run the cleaner thru again and see if it clears up the problem - this is the first time we've bought a dvd that had a problem - we've always been very satisfied with the amazon service -- and products as well.    thanks for asking    pgammon
Output: NEG
Don't hesitate to buy RENT . I borrowed this movie for the first time a few weeks ago and after reading the reviews about it, I wasn't quite sure how I would feel about it. After watching it, I have to say that I LOVE this movie and bought it the next day. Regardless of what critics have written, I loved that they were able to get most of the original cast members to play the roles that made RENT a success. Yes, they are supposed to be in their 20's in the play but really, I barely noticed or frankly, could've cared less.  I love Jesse L. Martin and he was fantastic. Idina Menzel's voice is super and was ever surprised that Rosario Dawson could sing. Anthony Rapp, Adam Pascal, Wilson Jermaine Heredia and Tracie Thoms were great as well. Yes they changed and omitted things that are in the Broadway play, but if you are truelly a fan of RENT, you will overlook that and just enjoy the one thing that is always present: the wonderful songs!
Output: POS
Sheer Joy! . I've adored Leahy since I stumbled across their first CD, several years ago. AFAIK, this is their first DVD, and I sincerely hope it's the first of many. The DVD presents their first broadcast show for PBS. This family puts on a wonderful show, and the music they make is beyond outstanding. They combine traditional Cape Breton and Irish/Scottish fiddling syles with updated instrumental accompaniment in a way that injects modern vitality into already wonderful traditional musical styles. And Donelle Leahy, their lead fiddler, can't really be quite human! Don't neglect to watch the "additional performances" section of the DVD--it was a crime to cut *any* part of this production from the broadcast
Output: POS
No Form of Escape . With a pacing that only Tsai Ming-liang could love and deliberate scenery shots that you are forced to enjoy "House of Sand" steps into the genre best described as the Foreign Doldrums. Moving as fast as thick molasses never wins any points in my book and considering that that seems to be the main goal of this film we didn't get along too well. The entirety of the movie takes place in the Brazilian desert, a place that we movie fans rarely get to see. However, as you may have guessed, not a lot happens out there. There isn't even a weeping camel out there to keep us company. We watch as a crazy old guy moves his family out into the middle of nowhere (no explanation given) and then dies, stranding everybody else there for three generations. I know, how can I criticize a plot for not having any developments (other than the startling revelation that somewhere out yonder sells salt!) when in reality nothing would ever happen to these characters. And to that I would say that this was not the best yarn to commit to film.    Pretty much everything goes as would be expected. People walk around bored, some of them die off, there are some minor romances, and everything looks beautiful. About ten years in a group of soldiers shows up and Aurea, the crazy man's wife, desperate for anything that moves, strikes up a love affair with one of them. He promises to take her out of the desert, but unforeseen problems prevent that from happening. Throughout more soldiers will arrive, and the females will always view them as tickets out of town, there to be seduced and exploited. Do I believe that these fellow travelers are the only way these women could escape their destiny? Maybe, maybe not. In the end the point is made that living in the Brazilian desert is just about the same as living on the moon, to which I would have to think that moving your family into the middle of the desert and then croaking might to be too smart.    Another minor complaint I would like to air is the usage of the same actors to play different roles. It would be fine, in a "Three Times" kind of way, had they bothered to label the passage of time. Instead I was left playing catch up thinking that somehow the grandma had risen from the grave. There is a fairly graphic sex scene somewhere in the middle that might shock you out of your slumber, but really the only use it has is spicing up this overtly bland stew. You have to be in a certain kind of mood to watch a movie like this, and even then it is nearly impossible for the director to pull off. "Rain" and "Elephant" leap to mind as masterpieces of this technique. These characters really may have been marooned out in no man's land, but unfortunately for the filmmakers the exit of the theater is just a few short steps away. I wasn't lucky enough to have seen this in theaters, but I would have been mighty interested to see how many people took a walk. Awe-inspiring cinematography does not make a movie. . .and here is my proof. **1/4
Output: NEG
Poorly done mocumentary . 24-Hour Party People is a mocumentary at the lowest rung (if Best In Show was not enough) that tries at many times to be funny but is mostly in poor taste. The British scene in the 1980's was influential and at the height of the 2nd Brit wave, and Michael Winterbottom could have exposed the goings-on in a much better way.     My main issue with this film was it's attempts at being funny in a hip-Britster fashion that falls flat constantly since the issues occurring are very serious. The dialogue is difficult to follow especially since most of it is meaningless anyway, and the film never really follows it's premise as much as it should: the rise of Factory. I did really enjoy the Joy Division segments, though, even if exploiting Ian Curtis's death was slightly in poor taste.     Unless you're a fan of the Brit explosion of the post-punk era, and an extreme fan at that, I could not recommend this film. It's not even greatly educational for music lovers and at times very difficult to get into.
Output: NEG
A simple and cute kids movie . My four year old loved this movie. The plot was very simple and easy to follow, nothing too complicated for her. The animation was also great for the movie's target audience, very soft and warm. It's a good-hearted little film and George is such a sweet, funny and cute little guy throughout. It was light on plot, probably easily predictable by anyone over the age of six, but such a cute movie that I didn't get bored watchingn it with her. This is a great movie for young children
Output: POS
Read the book - it takes less time! . The Unbearable Lightness of Being was considered an unfilmable novel for a good reason: the point of Kundera's writing is not his plot - or even his characters - but his style.  For instances, his endless digressions about history, politics, and philosophy.  For the movie, we are left with nothing but plot and character.  OK, what is one to do?  That in itself wouldn't be so bad if I didn't watch the film with the constant thought: I could read the book in less time than it takes me to watch this movie.  This is a SLOW film.  It takes an hour-and-a-half story and takes three hours to tell it.  I can't recommend the film
Output: NEG
i thought anthony minghella was incapable of making a worse movie than "the english patient" ... . oops, mine bad!
Output: NEG
A Classic . It's a beautiful classic made during our time.  If you love romance, this is a beatiful remake of a classic. Love the children's and Annette's rendition of the Beatles "I Will".  Dissapointed that the song is not on the original soundtrack. I bought the VHS version in 96 and lent it to my friends.  They all loved it.  They kept wanting to borrow and replay it - for the song; as well as for the beautiful everything that best describes the the movie.  The VHS is now kaput and I definitely have this in my list of the next one to add to my collection of DVDs. Hope you will enjoy it too
Output: POS
awesum . if your not into sick humour dont buy this. but if you like your humour to the extreme this is something for you. tom green directed this movie so if u like what he usually does. then yeah. u wil love this.  i love i
Output: POS
How Do You Like What You See? . Class Of 1984 has always been marketed as as a B exploitation film.  Hell, I remember when I was a kid finding it in the "horror" section of the local video store!  Though the film does have it's exploitation elements for sure, Class Of 1984 is a damn good movie.  It could have been promoted as a more serious film(it actually was intended to be a more serious drama) and win over more critics, but like they mention in the documentary featurette, the scenes of violence and punk rockers and such were enough to prejudice some people into thinking the movie was something less than what it actually was.  I never saw much of Perry King's work before or after this, but he's a very good choice as a kind of wimpy music teacher who thinks that through the power of knowledge, he can help the troubled teen, Timothy Van Patten.  In fact, King's music class is probably the best behaved of the entire school with Van Patten as the only real rotten apple in the bunch...when he attends.  Pretty boy Van Patten is kind of a teenage Godfather who runs drugs and hookers out of a punk rock club.  His gang consists of three annoying thugs and one very annoying chick.  When King pisses Van Patten off, the war begins.  It starts off pretty simple with vandalism and practical jokes, but ends up being quite deadly.  King goes through the movie in the role of dogooder throughout all of Van Patten's antics.  I think most guys would have broken down long before King's character does, but when King does break down it's well worth the wait.  If you let yourself get into the story, this movie will make your blood boil as you feel the frustration King feels.  Whenever he retaliates, he's the one who gets in trouble, though you know he's really not doing anything wrong.  It's like in real school where a guy would hit you with a spitball and no one would ever see him, but you'd be the one caught when you fired a spitball back.  Plus the frustration mounts coz every rotten act Van Patten commits is brushed off coz "no one saw him do it" and the fact that he's a juvenile.  The film builds to a fantastic final confrontation that gets downright brutal.  Lots of great performances all around.  Van Patten should have gone on to be a bigger star, but it never happened.  He's does a great job as the evil, sly psychopath.  Of course special praise must be given to Roddy McDowell.  He's fantastic in this.  They couldn't have picked a better guy for the job.  Many thanks go out to Anchor Bay for putting this great film out on dvd.  There's a good halfhour documentary on the disc that speaks mainly to director Lester, as well as two of the actors.  Recommended very highly.  Yesiree, Bob
Output: POS
Around The World With Superman . As someone who loved this wonderful series during the 50's and in sindication in later years - I still love it today - at age 51. As many have said - it seems that George Reeves was the one and only person to portray Superman. He had the charm,  charisma, the classic fine features, sense of humor, as well as very appealing vocal and acting qualities many actors today I'm sure - wish they had. And of course - that wonderful smile of his that few could resist. I have read that he was a very nice person to work with on the set and was always very sensitive and kind to others.  However - I'm not sure if everyone out there who loved him in the role knew how much he loved children and how much he did for them. I've heard and read many interviews about him and his portrayal of Superman and how he would devote many hours entertaining sick children in hospitals as the man of steel. Many children indeed - looked up to him as their own Superman and the great and wholesome role model he portrayed.  "Around The World With Superman" the last episode in the second season dvd, very nicely shows George's sensitivity and love for children as he tries to help a young blind girl regain her sight  and takes her on a once in a lifetime flight around the world - in his arms. When he first visits the girl in her mother's apartment as Clark Kent and as Superman - with the aid of the wonderful background music that made the 50's series so memorable  and enjoyable - one can clearly see George Reeve's love for children in his voice and the things he says to her and way he  looks at the young girl.   Indeed - a very touching and sensitive episode, and in my humble opinion - a very nice and memorable tribute to George.
Output: POS
Wolf's rain part I and part II . I bought I and II of this released Wolf's Rain because when I first read the reviews one of the reviewers claimed there was an alternate ending.  I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOO disappointed because now that I have the second part there is no alternate ending and I now see that that review has been deleted. I think Amazon handled this whole thing very poorly.  We depend on what they provide to help us make our buying choices
Output: NEG
Blockbuster!! . This film is the best review on record of what happened in 1967. The reviews that denigrate it don't answer the charges, they just distract. The FACTS and the EVIDENCE show that Israel attacked a U.S. ship in international waters and tried to sink it, for whatever motive. Some feel that it might have been because Israel, our "gallant little ally", was executing POW's because they didn't have the logistics to care for them. Others feel it that they were going to sink the ship and blame it on Egypt, thereby drawing us into the conflict directly on Israel's side of course. (where have we seen this before?) The detractors can't deal with the facts and this film PROVES Israel is a murdering, traitorous, backstabbing nation whose only alligiance is to themselves.
Output: POS
loved the 90's workout . after doing Kathy Smiths old style prenatal video and leisa hart's fitmama video, i had to try one of leisa hart's oldie videos and was so happy to find she had one on dvd...it was a blast seeing the thong outfits from the buns of steel videos, i really can't wait to do more after my pregnancy, but this is a balst to modify some of the routines, this was a really old style dvd
Output: POS
Keep a notebook next to you when you watch this DVD!!! . Powerful, fast moving, comprehensive, well researched, resourceful, well filmed, comfortable to the eye, I could go on and on describing this brilliant work by PBS. This feature is like a tour to various artists' studios and exhibitions without leaving your chair. I loved it so much I ordered the 1st & 2nd seasons, which come together by the way on one DVD.    They should add this tagline to the DVD box: "Inspiration GUARANTEED!" What are you waiting for? Click 'Add to Shopping Cart' right now
Output: POS
Awful Acting . I found this DVD real cheap and bought it. I really tried hard to like the movie, but I just couldn't because the acting was incredibly bad, especially that of the bad guys causing havoc in the city. Even the guys who don't have lines display bad performances.     An hour into this movie you ask yourself why you torture yourself just to watch a bad sequal to a good movie. I broke this DVD and threw it out, something I've only done to 4-5 DVDs I felt needed to disappear off the face of the earth
Output: NEG
Top Speed?  Unlimited! . Loved the great "Real Time" high performance footage and legitimate sound effects. This little known flick is right up there with Bullitt and Vanishing Point as far as the action driving sequences go. I'm thrilled that it has finally been released on DVD. If you're a Mopar fan, it's a must have for your car chase collection.
Output: POS
HAHAHAHAHAH . This movie was extreamly stupid, but very funny.  We just laughed though this hole movie.  This was pretty much very soft porn.  The hole time all the guys did was rub themselves or the priest rubbed them.  The special effects sucked, they were probably better in the old bewitched episodes (the black and white ones!!).  The acting was very bad, and this movie is very anticrist
Output: NEG