The explosive first sequel to The Matrix comes to DVD with a superb two-disc edition. With a full-screen transfer of the film that has been formatted to fit a standard television screen (a widescreen anamorphic version was released simultaneously), the disc features the English soundtrack in both Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby Digital 2.0. Additionally, a dubbed French audio track is included in Dolby Digital 5.1 and English, Spanish, and French subtitles are available. While a commentary track is missing, the bonus features are certainly not lacking. "Preload" and "The Freeway Chase" are featurettes that both offer in-depth glimpses into the making of the film, and "The MTV Movie Awards Reloaded" is an hilarious parody starring Seann William Scott and Justin Timberlake. Four additional featurettes round out the package, offering looks at the video game inspired by the movie, the Animatrix short films, and the phenomenon of the Matrix universe.
Customer Rating
1
Cropped Image Inaccurate
on May 10, 2008
Posted by: kevman79
this full-screen dvd version alters the original theatrical aspect ratio of the movie from 2.35:1 to 1.33:1, giving a picture in which you lose almost 50% of the image in every frame.
this full-screen dvd version alters the original theatrical aspect ratio of the movie from 1.85:1 to 1.33:1, giving a picture that is different than what was seen in theaters.
Like George Lucas' American Graffiti, Richard Linklater's Dazed and Confused is an affectionate look at the youth culture of a bygone era. While Lucas took aim at the conservative 1950's, Linklater jumps ahead a generation to the bicentennial year of 1976 to celebrate the joys of beer blasts, pot smoking and Frampton Comes Alive. Set on the last day of the academic year, the film follows the random activities of a sprawling group of Texas high schoolers as they celebrate the arrival of summer, their paths variously intersecting at a freshmen hazing, a local pool parlor and finally at a keg party.
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this full-screen dvd alters the original theatrical aspect ratio of the movie from 1.85:1 to 1.33:1, and presents a picture that is different than the one seen in theaters. Buy the widescreen version.
Package Description: From the Academy Award - winning creators of Finding Nemo comes the action-packed animated adventure about the mundane and incredible lives of a house full of superheroes. Bob Parr and his wife Helen used to be among the world's greatest crime fighters, saving lives and batting evil on a daily basis. Fifteen years later, they have been forced to adopt civilian identities and retreat to the suburbs where they live "normal" lives with their three kids, Violet, Dash and Jack-Jack. Itching to get back into action, Bob gets his chance when a mysterious communication summons him to a remote island for a top secret assignment. He soon discovers that it will take a super family effort to rescue the world from total destruction. Exploding with fun and featuring an all-new animated short film, this spectacular 2-disc collector's edition DVD is high-flying entertainment for everyone. "It's James Bond, Indiana Jones and the X-Men all rolled into one." - Peter Travers, Rolling Stone.
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this full-screen dvd version alters the original theatrical aspect ratio of the movie from 2.35:1 to 1.33:1, giving a picture in which you lose almost 50% of the image in every frame.
Based on a true story, 'Casino' isn't an incredible movie, but it's better than average, and features some excellent performances. Fans will be happy with this recently released special edition, that features some bonus items not available on the previous dvd release.
It's about time that The Lost Boys got a two-disc special edition, delivered here by Warner Bros. in a packed release that truly lives up to the hype. With a brand-new digital transfer, the anamorphic 2.35:1 widescreen image wondrously shows off Michael Chapman's photography, and the Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround track is full of the stuff your speakers are made to pump out. Bonus features are filled with high-class documentaries and innovative bonus features that will give even your most average Lost Boys fan enough to geek out about. The fun starts with a commentary by Joel Schumacher, a guy who deserved a bad rep for his crippling of the Batman franchise, but is still entertaining in his own right and, as the rest of the disc will tell you, is the main reason why this film is so greatly loved as a horror comedy classic. The track is pretty fun, as the director quips out his "Joelisms" on everything from Ms. Piggy to oral sex (though very thankfully not together!). Additional material includes the 24-minute "Lost Boys: A Retrospective" documentary and four more featurettes that make up the "Inside the Vampire's Cave" section. Both feature interviews from producer Richard Donner and others (Dianne Wiest, Jami Gertz, and Jason Patrick excluded) while covering the production's history through the long-rumored sequel -- which Edward Herrmann is all about, by the way! Add in another featurette on Greg Cannon's makeup effects that features a few cut creations that never saw the big screen and a photo gallery, and you're just getting to the really good stuff. Ten minutes of deleted scenes, an interactive map of vampire mythology from around the world, the original theatrical trailer, and a music video from Lou Gramm also grace the disc, though the big news comes with the return of Sam and the fabulous Frog brothers! That's right, first there's the obnoxiously titled "Haimster and Feldog: The Story of the Two Coreys," which finds the ex-stars looking like they're on the mend (even if one's a little less frazzled and bloated than the other) as they take the viewer through their incredible rise to fame and eventual separation under the spotlight. The second gets right to the goods and presents all three actors -- including the elusive other Frog brother, Jamison Newlander -- in their own selectable video commentaries played over an 18-minute compilation of all of their scenes together in the film. While it would have been nice to have had them all together, this is an interesting way to approach the material and is worth it to see more dead-eyed Corey Haim. Given the film's wide following, this edition is sure to be a moneymaker, and deservedly so. Extra credit goes to the studio for using the now-iconic cover art instead of the miserable Photoshop work that graced most re-releases during this time.
Customer Rating
3
Recommended to Fans
on May 10, 2008
Posted by: kevman79
'The Lost Boys' has obtained quite a cult status over the years, which somewhat surprises me, because it's really not that great of a movie in my opinion. Still, for fans of the cast, and the films cool soundtrack, this special edition is well worth the buy, and features ample bonus materials that were not available on the previous dvd release.
This blend of teen comedy and vampire horror remains popular thanks to a willful placing of style over substance in making the vampires more cool than actually scary. Warner's DVD edition is pretty basic, but does at least emphasize director Joel Schumacher's visual flamboyance. The stylized lighting and shiny sets and costumes benefit from a seamless anamorphic widescreen transfer, and the Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track ensures the brooding '80s soundtrack is crisp and clear. The extra features are slick but limited, consisting of the original theatrical trailer and some mildly interesting production notes. Thoughts from Schumacher or his teen heartthrob stars might have been welcome, but since the film plays like an extended MTV video, perhaps there is little insight or background to be discussed. Though this disc is nothing special, the feature itself is certainly improved by DVD technology, making it an interesting edition for '80s nostalgists.
Customer Rating
3
Recommended to Fans
on May 10, 2008
Posted by: kevman79
'The Lost Boys' has obtained quite a cult status over the years, which somewhat surprises me, because it's really not that great of a movie in my opinion. Still, for fans of the cast, and the films cool soundtrack, this one's well worth the buy.
George Miller's follow-up to the family favorite The Never Ending Story comes to DVD with two transfers. The widescreen anamorphic transfer preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1 and is preferable to the standard full-frame transfer. English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese soundtracks are rendered in Dolby Digital Stereo. Subtitles for all four of those languages are accessible as well. Supplemental materials include the theatrical trailer. This disc should please fans of the film, but there may not be enough here to interest casual DVD consumers.
Customer Rating
2
So Disappointing
on May 9, 2008
Posted by: kevman79
As its own element, 'the Neverending Story II' is an ok movie. However, compare it to the first film and what you have is one of the most disappointing sequels in motion picture history.
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Adrian Lyne's stylish tale of extramarital affairs, Indecent Proposal, comes to DVD with a widescreen anamorphic transfer that does a fabulous job of capturing the film's dark noirish colors. English soundtracks are rendered in Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Surround, and Dolby Digital Stereo. English subtitles are accessible. Supplemental materials include a commentary track recorded by director Adrian Lyne. Paramount has done a solid job with this disc that should greatly satisfy fans of the film.
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3
What Kind of Man Sells His Wife!?
on May 9, 2008
Posted by: kevman79
'Indecent Proposal' isn't a bad movie, but I didn't really enjoy it because it doesn't contain a single character of moral decency. First, you've got the slimy billionaire (Robert Redford) who wants to buy another man's wife for a night, then you've got Demi Moore's character (the wife), who is at first hesitant, but later willing to participate, and finally you've got the worst in Woody Harrelson's character (the husband), who agrees to allow this to happen. I'm sorry, but I don't care how much money someone offered me, if I were married, there's no way I'd give my wife away, ever.