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- Review count17
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- First reviewOctober 14, 2010
- Last reviewNovember 30, 2011
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- First review commentMay 5, 2011
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![The Help [DVD] [2011]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/3804/3804855_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Runaway Hit with a lesson
on November 30, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
I did not read the book, but I saw this movie twice and I must say that it has humor, sadness, bold messages without being preachy, and it makes people wake up as to what you might be saying about someone when they are not in the room, - Just because they have a different lifestyle or skin color doesn't mean they are less than you or slow for that matter. Bryce Dallas Howard ( Ms.Hilly Holbrook) the primary antagonist in the film does a superb job at being a * beep* you would never know that she was raised by Ron Howard ( her father). In an interview she even admitted " It was scary, how naturally it came..being so mean". Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer and Jessica Chastin ( and a too brief Sissy Spacek ) make a great cast of catty women and maids. Who learn how to get along the hard way- and how life used to be and probably still is for racist people and those it hurts. It sounds preachy, but its hilarious- and touching.
What's great about it: the humor, acting performances.
What's not so great: nothing-just sad that it was that way at one time
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5
The God of Thunder learns his strength
on August 24, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
There is alot in common with the Norse myth and the movie. But it also stays true to the comic- example being the Asgardian Goddess Sif is not Thor's love interest/wife she is one of his best friends, he instead falls for a lovely mortal by the name of Jane Foster an astrophysicist. There are many amusing one-liners. And the supporting cast is awesome as well as Chris Hemsworth who looks like he was built to play the God and wield the Hammer. His Brother Loki the God of Mischief is played very well by Tom Hiddleston ( Both play a role in The Avengers). Their father Odin is played by non other than Sir. Anthony Hopkins himself ( yeah Hannibal Lecter without the creepiness.) and I dont need to tell you he plays Odin with great range and depth. I will end this with my fav. line from the movie. " What is this some kind of Renaissance Festival? UH? Sir we have a situation, Xena, Robin Hood and Jackie Chan are in town"-something of the sorts.
What's great about it: The Fight scenes and Lesson behind it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This extensive release includes all six films in the science fiction juggernaut Star Wars franchise: Star Wars (aka Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope), The Empire Strikes Back (aka Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back), Return of the Jedi (aka Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi), Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones, and Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.
Customer Rating
5
" The Force is strong with this"
on June 14, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
I too am sick of hearing whiners complain about star wars. Updated or Original all six are fantastic and make a very compelling and interesting story. It is one of the most quoted movie franchises in history. Not to mention the visuals are spectacular even the original trilogy . And for Lucas to span a whole world based in Outer space making up thousands of names and planets, not many can do that. The story of how a young boy with such innocence could grown up into such a monster and redeem himself for his children by the end is pretty cool. There are many documentaries on the 9 disc box set. Interactive looks at costumes from all 6 movies, looks at gadgets and the science of the high-tech toys and themes of the movies. I say get ready for hyperspace- with Star Wars in Blu-ray, we all should make the Kessel run 12 par secs.
What's great about it: Vader-he's sexy.
What's not so great: nothing- except took to long to come out.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5
Just as Good as Disney in the 90's
on April 22, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
Some may call me crazy, but I grew up with Disney Classics and the Disney Renaissance era. And I know them all by heart. And I enjoyed watching " Anastasia" as much as Disney Princess movies. It has a beautiful Princess, Anya. Who falls for a commoner "Prince" she once met but both don't realize they know each-other until later. Rasputin the villain is just as vile and malicious as any Disney Villain. The songs are catchy and she even has this cute little dog. Don Bluth was a Disney Animator and In my personal opinion his movies are often unsung classics. " Anastasia" , " Thumbelina" , " All Dogs Go to Heaven" and even some " Land Before Time" . My brother and I enjoyed those as much as any Disney movie. Yes Disney is the King, but Don Bluth is the Prince not too far behind in the world of animation Royalty. I actually miss the days of classic animation. Plus when you get older its a telling of a Princess who may have been the only survivor of her entire family.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4
Michael and Laurie meet once again
on April 22, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
John Carpenters 1978 Halloween and its sequel Halloween 2 that followed in 1981 are as a whole about the night Michael came home and terrorized Haddonfield and we find out the grizzly fact that Laurie Strode is not just some random virginal " Girl Scout" babysitter he is stalking, but his own baby-sister. Probably the 2nd biggest movie-family shocker to come out of the late 70's early 80's besides #1 ( Luke/Leia and Vader). Anyway after the original and the sequel they started to get a little sloppy and predictable and just mainstream scare and horror, nothing that made them stand out. Until H20 when you find out all these interesting things about Laurie, and see some familiar faces return that you haven't seen in a while. Laurie is no longer as innocent as she seems; having grown up-she now can face her biggest nightmare/demon, her brother.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
a Fantasy movie for all Families
on March 21, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
Its a fun fantasy film series succeeded by The Lion Witch and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian. Yes they are based on religious books, but just as with the Golden Compass movie you don't know you are watching anything religious or non religious. You can enjoy it for what it is. Though there are times in film where the children and everyone else are faced with temptation, and the White Witch ( devil figure) appears in a green mist. Other than that it is a well done film, that can teach a lesson while keeping the interest of everyone. It moves faster than the first which was pretty slow paced.
What's great about it: CGI and message
What's not so great: It does leave you on a cliffhanger. ?
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Cory (Ben Savage) returns for the fifth season of Boy Meets World, which follows the gang as they navigate the trials and travails of their senior year in high school. Also stars Rider Strong, Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle, and William Daniels.
Customer Rating
5
OMG! 5 is finally out for the First time EVER!!!!
on March 16, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
God Bless you Lionsgate. Boy Meets World is my most favorite show ever on TV. I can connect with the characters. I laugh, cry, relate to every scenario they have. I am sure I speak for a lot when I say that it speaks to kids who are " coming of age" just like Cory, Shawn, Topanga and Eric. We all have a best buddy like Shawn, or go through our first crush( My crush is actually Will Friedle who plays Eric-LOL typical girl I am) or get in fights with our siblings , parents, even best friends then make up. I cant tell you how many times I watched an episode and said " Boy..where have I heard that before, Or gee...I went through the same thing." Its funny and teaches lessons without sounding preachy. So you learn while having a great time. The days of the old Disney channel I will never forget.
What's great about it: Characters, Story
What's not so great: nothing- except took to long to come out.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5
Natalie turns to the " Dark Side" red eyes and all
on March 9, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
(The above was a " Star Wars" joke. Being married to the galaxy's baddest and most well known sith lord Darth Vader. * wink wink.) Nina Sayers/ Natalie now flirts with the line of good and evil herself. Based on the popular Ballet Swan Lake. Her director "uses" her and her fellow dancers for pleasure. She is kept inside this bubble by her mother-almost sickeningly. When she goes to audition for the lead her director isn't sure she can master both the Black Swan( dark/evil one) and the White Swan Queen. So he gives her the part, but tells Nina she has to loosen up and let her self go. " Live a little". By the End Natalie lets loose on everyone and lives the part so much that it embodies her completely -physically and mentally.
What's great about it: the dancing, costumes, suspense
What's not so great: a tiny bit slow paced.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
A Great Football movie that teaches a hard lesson
on March 7, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
I enjoy watching this movie all the time. Denzel Washington as the newcomer Black coach in Virgina in the early 1970's does a great job of portraying what its like to take on a hard task, and at the same time feel lost and not know how to handle the first football team with inter-racial players. Its funny, its sad. And it opens your eyes to what is going on out there. These young men were surrounded by hate and heard that they couldn't play football together-they go to camp and come back friends, and the world looks at them like they are nuts. In the end they won-not just a game, but they won over each-other and life long friendships. Like a quote in the movie said " I don't care if you like each-other or not..but you will respect each-other. Look around you men, if we don't come together on this hollow ground, we too will be destroyed."
What's great about it: Its funny, sad without being preachy
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
OMG! 5 is finally out for the First time EVER!!!!
on March 3, 2011
Posted by: MermaidQueen89
from Fargo,ND
God Bless you Lionsgate! Disney and ABC missed a great opportunity to re-release the first 3 seasons and finally give us 4-7. The reason they didn't sell well the first time is well we didn't have a lot of money(I had a 20 dollar allowance- yeah didn't go far) and most of the re-runs were still on TV. But now most of us have jobs and they don't play them on TV much if at all anymore and it is one of those shows that means a lot to some of us who grew up with the old Disney Channel. Its not just " Boy Meets World" but " Everybody Meets World" I can relate to all the issues Cory, Shawn, Topanga and Eric go through. Its a TV show that can speak to anyone. But it makes you laugh at the same time, its not preachy. It has sad, happy, exciting, every emotion and life situation you can think of. That is what makes it so great. Cant wait for 6 and 7.
What's great about it: The Storyline and Cast. ERIC! ( fangirl moment)
What's not so great: nothing- except took to long to come out.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This extensive release includes all six films in the science fiction juggernaut Star Wars franchise: Star Wars (aka Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope), The Empire Strikes Back (aka Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back), Return of the Jedi (aka Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi), Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones, and Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Original Trilogy Not Included
By Frank88
from San Francisco, CA
This box set includes the Special Editions (1997), not the true originals that were released in the theaters in 1977, 1980 and 1983.
So, Han does not shoot first. Boba Fett appears in Star Wars, later called A New Hope. And countless other CGI effects added by Lucas for the 1997 Special Editions.
There is no excuse, given the available technology and space capacity in a Blu Ray Disc format to not include fully remastered, 5.1 Dolby Digital audio, 16x9 Anamorphic versions of the true original movies. Many fans have made it known that this would be a much coveted extra, but Mr. Lucas has refused.
MermaidQueen89
Fargo,ND
Enough Complaining PEOPLE!
May 5, 2011
Good Lord. I am as big a fan as any " fanboy" of the Star Wars universe, but my God must we hold a grudge and act like children. I was not around for the original trilogy. I agree its better yes, but the few MINOR changes made on DVD don't deserve 1 star. Give me a break. I actually cant tell who shoots first between Han and Greedo, and having the younger version of Anakin as his redeemed ghost makes more sense in my opinion, because he " died" at that age. Or his Jedi soul left off there. I agree with other posters enough prequel hate, the movies are a whole as 6. And the changes are not as bad as every one makes them seem. So grow up. Its still Star Wars....and in Blu-ray. Which has got to look beyond cool.
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