The South Park animated television show has cultivated an enormous following, and this crudely funny and supremely foul-mouthed spin-off movie has been given competent if less than extravagant DVD treatment. The minimalist animation that is the trademark of South Park does not exemplify the wonders of DVD as well as the likes of Fantasia 2000, but South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut blends in some impressive CGI that really comes into its own in the smooth, anamorphic widescreen transfer. Sound-wise, there is a choice of Dolby 5.1 or Surround Sound, which ensures that the marvelous musical numbers (not to mention the expletives) can be heard in crystal clarity. Unfortunately there are few additional features of any note. The menu screen is amusing, and scene access is deftly handled, plus those of a hardy disposition may enjoy watching the film with the subtitles on (watch those obscenities roll by!). However, the trailers are of limited appeal, the teaser in particular suffering without the surprise element that made it funny in cinemas. Though a commentary would perhaps not have worked, a little background to the film would have been welcome, particularly given the involvement of George Clooney, Minnie Driver, and the rest. This DVD will probably be essential for most South Park fans, but it is still something of a missed opportunity.
Customer Rating
3
Good Movie
on October 16, 2008
Posted by: BlownItem
from Seattle, WA
The gang at South Park finally get to drop the f bomb; and they seem to do it every other sentence, while saving mankind at the same time.
The clichés found in the movie Top Gun are so widespread that this DVD release of Hot Shots! should even find favor with younger moviegoers who've never seen the 1980s Tom Cruise hit that this flick has such an infectiously good time spoofing. Wild spoof comedies aren't the first place to go to find examples of beautiful cinematography but the widescreen anamorphic transfer here is fine and returns the movie to its original theatrical aspect ratio. The disc includes a "making of" documentary and while nothing in it quite lives up to the witty title "The Making of an Important Movie," it does offer a diverting half hour. While Hot Shots! has more than its share of big laughs, the sequel Hot Shots! Part Deux, a spoof of the Rambo franchise, is actually funnier than the first picture, and both have been released on DVD at the same time.
Customer Rating
3
Sphmoric Humor
on October 15, 2008
Posted by: BlownItem
from Seattle, WA
If you enjoyed Blazing saddles and Airplane!, you'll enjoy this. Stupid funny (try as you might not to, you WILL laugh!)
The mix of foot stompin' and slow stuff makes this a great album. I've been listening to these guys since they won Star Search so many years ago. If you don't know who these guys are, this is the album to listen to.
John Goodman becomes the leader of the British royal family (hey, it could happen!) in this comedy, which gets a streamlined presentation for its DVD release. King Ralph has been transferred to disc in letterboxed format at the widescreen aspect ratio of 1.85:1, which has been enhanced for anamorphic playback on 16 x 9 monitors. The audio has been mastered in Dolby Digital Stereo; the dialogue is in English, with optional subtitles in French and Spanish. No bonus materials have been included for this edition.
Customer Rating
4
Absurd, but funny
on October 12, 2008
Posted by: BlownItem
from Seattle, WA
John Goodman (Ralph) plays a loser Vegas lounge singer, that unbeknown to him is the last living relative to the British Crown. Due to a freak accident to the Royal Family, Ralph becomes the King of England.
Martin Davidson's cult favorite Eddie and the Cruisers comes to DVD with a widescreen anamorphic transfer that preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1. A closed-captioned English soundtrack is rendered in Dolby Digital Surround. Spanish and French subtitles are accessible. Supplemental materials are limited to the original theatrical trailer. Although there is a lack of compelling extras on this release, the inexpensive list price makes it perfect for fans of the film who have never seen it as the director intended.
Customer Rating
3
Good Movie
on October 21, 2007
Posted by: BlownItem
from Seattle, WA
Story about a rock n roll band who's lead singer allegedly dies in an auto accident. Good story with good music.
Garry Marshall's comedy Overboard comes to DVD with a widescreen transfer that preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1. English and French soundtracks are rendered in Dolby Digital Surround. Subtitles are available in both of these languages as well. Supplemental materials include a trailer and a booklet featuring trivia and production notes. This is a solid disc, although the film itself is less than spectacular. Fans of Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell will certainly want to give this DVD a look.
Customer Rating
3
Good Movie
on October 20, 2007
Posted by: BlownItem
from Seattle, WA
Good and entertaining movie, but not spectacular. It has it's funny and cute scenes, but not just a chick flick.
Starring Kelsey Grammer, the 1996 comedy Down Periscope comes to DVD for the first time from 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment. This dual-sided disc is presented with both widescreen and full-frame transfers. The English soundtrack is rendered in Dolby Digital Sound. The only special feature is a trailer.
Customer Rating
5
Non Stop Laughter
on October 19, 2007
Posted by: BlownItem
from Seattle, WA
Not since McHale's Navy has our ocean faring military seen such hijinx. A fun movie from start to end!