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4 out of 5
4
Godfather III
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
Compared to the first two movies it definitely could have been done better. The movie feels like it lags at times. But in the end it is still a good mafia movie.
What's great about it: Action scenes.
What's not so great: Story isn't as good as previous two movies.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Awesome sequel
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
The Godfather was a great movie all by itself, then The Godfather II comes out and it is even better than the original. It tells the story of Michael's continued rise to power and how Vito Corleone came to America and rose to become the head of the Corleone family. It has both Robert De Niro and Al Pacino early on in their careers and you can tell that they have a great future ahead of them. A definite buy for any mafia fan.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Couldn't find anything
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
5
A Classic
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
This was such a great movie. It is so good that the time just flies by and you just want to watch more of the Corleone family. This is one of the best mafia movies ever made. I watch this movie many times a year because I just can't get enough of it.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Couldn't find anything
I would recommend this to a friend!
+8points
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For those who thought director Zack Snyder's remake of George A. Romero's zombie classic packed an impressive punch in theaters, Universal Home Video's DVD release of the unrated director's cut provides even more bloody fun -- in addition to offering some impressive bonus materials that actually serve to enhance the viewing experience. Lovingly presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen, this release of Dawn of the Dead looks fantastic. Not only does the presentation feature colors that are as bold as they are vivid, but it also offers great skin tones, shows little to no signs of edge enhancement, and delivers pitch-black darkness in the nighttime scenes. Dawn of the Dead is a very high-contrast film, and Universal has done a terrific job in faithfully preserving its visual presentation on the small screen. The Dolby Digital 5.1 surround mix likewise does an effective job in keeping viewers ill at ease by means of punchy music cues and eerie directional effects. Additional footage that didn't appear in the theatrical release covers everything from more graphic zombie mayhem to some revealing and endearing character development. Even with such a hearty visual presentation, the reason most viewers will be purchasing this disc is for the generous bonus materials -- and they're not likely to be disappointed. Unlike the sometimes superfluous extras on most over-bloated special edition DVDs, Dawn of the Dead offers some bonus materials that truly draw the viewer in to the experience of the film. "The Lost Tape" of gun store owner Andy (Bruce Bohne) offers a videotaped document of the one of the more appealing but justifiably underdeveloped characters in the film, while "Special Report: Zombie Invasion" offers a faux newscast which covers the epidemic from the first reports to the moment when broadcast television gives way to the Emergency Broadcast System. If the 12-plus minutes of deleted scenes aren't necessarily the "pulse-pounding scenes too terrifying for the final theatrical release!" that the packaging promises, they do offer a few nice scares and some great character development in addition to showing, through the optional commentary, that Snyder has a keen eye for pacing. For those interested in special makeup effects, this release offers a trio of unrated exclusives that are both revealing and informative. "Raising the Dead" finds special makeup effects designer David Leroy Anderson and other filmmakers discussing the process of creating the frightful zombies, and while "Attack of the Living Dead" may give the impression that it's little more than a zombie-kill montage, it's actually a detailed study of the special effects behind six of the film's most impressive visuals. If viewers are at all curious how the filmmakers get those zombie noggins popping, they need look no further than "Splitting Headaches: Anatomy of Exploding Heads," in which Anderson, Snyder, and crew reveal how they make the head-shots so convincing. A commentary track by Snyder and producer Eric Newman is also involving and entertaining, showcasing not only the director's dedication to the project and sense of humor, but also his love for the original Dawn of the Dead. The two interact playfully throughout the lively track, and in addition to making light of the typical horror logic presented in some points of the film, they also point out scenes that were extended or added to the DVD release and expand on why they think the scenes add to the overall impact of the film. DVD-ROM materials are also accessible.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Awesome zombie flick
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
This was a great movie. As long as you didn't compare it to the original like other fans try to do. It was almost like it was its own kind of story instead of a remake. The mall setting was the only thing that I felt that came from the original. Other than that I liked the cast and how they made the zombies.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Couldn't find anything
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Just when there's no more room in you're DVD collection, Anchor Bay Entertainment will release yet another version of George A. Romero's zombie classic Dawn of the Dead. Filtering into stores just in time to cash in on the much-ballyhooed, big-budget remake, this release seems little more than a precursor to Anchor Bay's heavily touted three-disc Special Edition -- set for release in the fall of 2004. Mastered in the high-definition Divimax process and letterboxed at the correct theatrical exhibition aspect ratio of 1.85:1 (previous releases were often matted and released in 1.66:1), the image as presented on this release is the best that Dawn of the Dead has ever looked on home video. In addition to the corrected aspect ratio, the remarkably clean image sports solid, vibrant colors, even skin tones (for the living), and no evidence of edge-enhancement. As for audio, Anchor Bay has seen fit to include a multitude of choices that should please both purists and those looking to push the limits of their home theater systems. In addition to an effective mix in the original Mono, mixes in DTS, Dolby Digital 5.1, and Dolby Digital Surround expand the terror by surrounding viewers with the blood-chilling moans of the undead. Of course, the audio feature that most viewers will jump for is the commentary track, featuring director Romero, makeup effects artist Tom Savini, and assistant director Chris Romero -- and moderated by Perry Martin. It's great to hear Romero comment on the origins of the story and the events that set the sequel into motion, and the enthusiasm of Savini when Romero told him to start thinking of various inventive ways to kill people is palpable. With virtually no dead air, the commentary is both entertaining and informative. Outside of the commentary track, the extras are fairly standard -- a seeming warm-up for the massive Special Edition that lies ahead. A pair of theatrical trailers are in top condition, as are a trio of television spots -- and with no less than nine radio spots, fans will no doubt get the gist of the advertising campaign that ushered audiences into theaters. A poster and advertising gallery offers various posters, newspaper clippings, and black-and-white stills for the film, and a deeply informative biography explores Romero's motivations as a filmmaker while scrutinizing his macabre body of work. Rounding things out is a somewhat disappointing preview of the upcoming comic-book adaptation. Overall, you have a pretty tantalizing release that would be a great addition to the old DVD collection -- until that massive Special Edition blows this one out of the water, that is.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Romero's best zombie movie
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
This is George Romero's best zombie movie ever. Even though it doesn't have great special effects like other zombie movies that come out nowadays it is still a great movie. The story itself just sucks you in as you follow a group of people trying to survive from the zombie apocalypse. This is a must buy for any zombie fan.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Despite Anchor Bay's dwindling reputation following the Opera fiasco and some major color timing problems with their much-touted 25th Anniversary Edition of Halloween, fans awaiting a definitive version of George A. Romero's third entry into the living dead trilogy may be slightly irritated to learn that Anchor Bay apparently has still not worked out the bugs in their DVD mastering system - and though on the surface this disc appears to be flawless in terms of both video and audio presentation, much of the dialogue has unfortunately been replaced with an alternate dub that plays down much of the film's shocking profanity. Fortunately, Anchor Bay has seen fit to pack this disc with some truly irresistible extras. The film itself, presented in 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen and processed using the relatively new Disimax procedure, is in pristine condition with colors well balanced and solid blacks well represented in the film's endless underground corridors. Likewise, the DTS ES and Dolby Digital EX soundtracks make impressive use of the film's audio with faraway moans and the sounds of dripping water underground literally placing the viewer in the claustrophobic underground compound in which the protagonists struggle to survive. The newly remastered image, combined with the amazing use of audio really bring new life to the film and is a major improvement over Anchor Bay's previous release of this title. As impressive as the presentation of the film itself, it's the extras that truly bring this disc to life. A commentary track featuring Romero, producer David Ball, special effects artists Tom Savini and Greg Nicotero, production designer Cletus Anderson, assistant director Chris Romero, and actors Lori Cardille, Joe Pilato and Howard Sherman may not be as technically insightful as one may hope, though it is nice to hear many key contributors reunited and reminiscing about the trying production. Likewise, a commentary track by writer/director and all around Day of the Dead fanatic Roger Avery is entertaining for a few juicy bits of background, but ultimately takes the back seat to the commentary of those who were there firsthand. A 39 minute featurette revisiting the original, far more epic first draft of the script, discussing the knee jerk hostility with which the film was originally greeted at the box office and revealing some remarkable secrets from make-up effects master Savini "The Many Days of Day of the Dead" is an indispensable companion piece to the film that any fan should see. An addition featurette entitled "Day of the Dead: Behind the Scenes" offers a more detailed look at the creative make-up effects courtesy of video footage shot on set, and a promotional video for the Wampum Mine facility in which the film was shot provides an insightful look into the stunning location used for shooting the film. An audio interview in which actor Richard Liberty (Dr. Logan) warmly recalls his days shooting with Romero will also please fans despite the sad footnote that Liberty would succumb to a heart attack mere months after the interview was recorded. Theatrical trailers and TV Spots offer an exciting glimpse into the advertising campaign, and seven still galleries provide insight into everything from some amazing promotional materials to standard continuity stills. A biography for director Romero as well as DVD-ROM access to the original script and production notes are sure to make for interesting reading, and a companion booklet offers a revisionist look at the film far removed from the initial hostility with which it was greeted upon original release.
 
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5 out of 5
5
One of Romero' s best!
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
This was definitely a perfect sequel to George Romero's Dawn of the Dead. I loved this movie when I was a kid and I still love it today as an adult. I watch this movie atleast 3 times a year.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
5
Awesome remake
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
This was an awesome remake. Compared to other remakes this is one of the better ones. It has a lot of great gory scenes. Definitely not a kiddy movie.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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This hard hitting release from the long running fantastical action packed anime series Dragonball Z includes all 35 episodes of the show's second season, following the story of Goku, Piccolo, Vegeta, and the others as they struggle to utilize super saiyan power.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Best DBZ season
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
Season 2 is by far the best season in the DBZ series. It has a lot of great action and some very funny moments, mainly because of the ginyu force. A must buy for any DBZ fan.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This hard hitting release from the long running fantastical action packed anime series Dragonball Z includes all of the show's first season, following the story of Goku, Piccolo, Vegeta, and the others as they struggle to utilize super saiyan power.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Best anime ever
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
This series is awesome. With season 1 you start to find out about Goku's past. If you saw Dragon Ball you are going to want to get this season to continue learning and enjoying more about your favorite characters.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: None
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Best anime ever
on December 7, 2009
Posted by: ciscoman818
from Pasadena
I loved the DBZ series growing up and now that they are out on DVD it's great to watch them again from start to finish using the marathon play. I only wish they would show features about the series origins. Awesome season.
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Not enough extras
I would recommend this to a friend!
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