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![28 Weeks Later [WS] [DVD] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8471/8471209_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
just when you thought it was over
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
just when you thought it was over and under control, the virus comes back all becuase of human emotions... this is definatly a good movie, check out 28 days later first then get this one. great stories that take a more realistic approach to horror about zombies. not only do you need to worry about zombies, but other people as well. great movies to add to your zombie collection.
What's great about it: more to the saga
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![28 Days Later [P&S] [DVD] [2002]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5870/5870916_sa.jpg)
Danny Boyle's hit suspense film 28 Days Later comes to DVD with a standard full-frame transfer that fails to preserve the original theatrical aspect ratio. The transfer does a fabulous job of capturing the often gritty, yet occasionally lovely digital photography that helped earn the film its well-deserved audience. The English soundtrack is rendered in Dolby Digital 5.1, while Spanish and French soundtracks have been recorded in Dolby Digital Surround. English and Spanish subtitles are accessible. Supplemental materials include an entertaining commentary track recorded by Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland. The two had previously collaborated on The Beach, and they have an easy rapport with each other. Three alternative endings are offered, along with commentary explaining why those endings were discarded. One of these is a close to 15-minute sequence that utilizes storyboards and an old script read by Garland and Boyle in order to show how the film's third act might have changed. These endings will be familiar to anyone. There are half a dozen deleted scenes with optional commentary, a close to 30-minute making-of featurette, trailers, a still photo gallery, and a music video. This is a fine release for what it is, but the same extras are available on a different disc that also offers a widescreen transfer of the film. That version is preferable to this one.
Customer Rating
5
great
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i love this movie alot more than the other zombie movies due to its gritty take on surviving and also the threat of other humans as well as the zombies. i enjoyed the story bettter than resident evils odd stories that seem spit out with no thought behind them. the 28 days later, and 28 weeks later are both good and i personally enjoy watching them. if you are a fan of zombie movies it is agreat addition to your collection.
What's great about it: action, gore
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![28 Days Later [WS] [DVD] [2002]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5870/5870907_sa.jpg)
Danny Boyle's hit suspense film 28 Days Later comes to DVD with a widescreen anamorphic transfer that preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1. The transfer does a fabulous job of capturing the often gritty, yet occasionally lovely digital photography that helped earn the film its well-deserved audience. The English soundtrack is rendered in Dolby Digital 5.1, while Spanish and French soundtracks have been recorded in Dolby Digital Surround. English and Spanish subtitles are accessible. Supplemental materials include an entertaining commentary track recorded by Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland. The two had previously collaborated on The Beach, and they have an easy repartee with each other. Three alternative endings are offered, along with commentary explaining why those endings were discarded. One of these is a close to 15-minute sequence that utilizes storyboards and an old script read by Garland and Boyle in order to show how the film's third act might have changed. These endings will be familiar to anyone. There are half a dozen deleted scenes with optional commentary, a close to 30-minute making-of featurette, trailers, a still photo gallery, and a music video. This is a strong release from 20th Century Fox.
Customer Rating
5
great
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i love this movie alot more than the other zombie movies due to its gritty take on surviving and also the threat of other humans as well as the zombies. i enjoyed the story bettter than resident evils odd stories that seem spit out with no thought behind them. the 28 days later, and 28 weeks later are both good and i personally enjoy watching them. if you are a fan of zombie movies it is agreat addition to your collection.
What's great about it: action, gore, story
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![28 Days Later [Blu-ray] [2002]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8588/8588735_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
great movie
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i love this movie alot more than the other zombie movies due to its gritty take on surviving and also the threat of other humans as well as the zombies. i enjoyed the story bettter than resident evils odd stories that seem spit out with no thought behind them. the 28 days later, and 28 weeks later are both good and i personally enjoy watching them. if you are a fan of zombie movies it is agreat addition to your collection.
What's great about it: better story than the resident evil movies
What's not so great: can be slow at times
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Halloween [3 Discs] [Unrated Collector's Edition] [DVD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/9056/9056638_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
great
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i love this version of the origional, i didnt care to much for the origional movie but the remake is more action pakced. it focuses more on micheal as a child and a bout halfway through switches to him as an adult. it does cover some of why he was messed up as a kid.
the making of featurette was neat to watch and is great for collectors or fans of the series. great movie and worth purchasing.
the making of featurette was neat to watch and is great for collectors or fans of the series. great movie and worth purchasing.
What's great about it: more back story, making of was neat to watch
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Halloween [Blu-ray] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/9056/9056665_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
great
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i loved this movie compared to the older version. in my opinion the remake was better and the action was a little more brutal in the remake to make up for todays "lifestyle". the movie isnt really gorey but does focuse more on backstory of why micheal was a messed up kid, about half way through it goes to teh adult stage ( i think a little more than halfway through to be honest). all in all a great remake, looking forward to the sequel.
What's great about it: action and more back story
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Halloween [Unrated Special Edition] [2 Discs] [DVD] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8637/8637004_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
great remake
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i really enjoyed this movie alot more than the origional holloween. the remake focuses on micheal as a child and how he became the way he did. then story then shifts midway to him as the adult shatner masked killer. i like the action alot more than the origional though the story wasnt totally butchered in the process. i thought it was great and bought the movie after i rented it.
What's great about it: focuses on how and why micheal became a killer
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Braveheart [Original Score] [CD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/2487/2487384_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
great music
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i personally like the instrumental music from movies like this and games such as the final fantasy series. it is wonderfully played out and if you have watched the movie, you can play the movie in your head while listening to the music if you have seen it alot like it have. the music incorporates bag pipes and other instraments and plays them wonderfully well. great buy.
What's great about it: soft music is relaxing
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Braveheart [Special Collector's Edition] [2 Discs] [DVD] [1995]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8602/8602657_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
excellent
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
this is great story involving a regular man named william wallace who basically starts and uprising and fights for freedom of his country after a trajic event takes place. the movie is an excellent story, though wallace is romanticised compared to the true story. in real life he was more barbaric, but the nature of the character in the movie isnt to but it helps you to relate to the main character better. the music is good and i enjoyed it, i actually bought the soundtrack but i enjoy music from final fantasy as well. the story is great, though it can be graphic during some fight scenes it is an excellent purchase.
What's great about it: story is great
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![The 300 Spartans [DVD] [1962]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/6448/6448196_sa.jpg)
A small army of Spartan soldiers go against all odds in taking on the formidable Persian army in this gripping cinematic rendering of the Battle of Thermopylae -- arriving on DVD from 20th Century Fox. The film is presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen, so viewers won't miss a minute of the epic battle as the action rages with audio rendered in closed-captioned English Dolby Digital Stereo and Mono, and alternate Spanish Dolby Digital Mono with optional English and Spanish subtitles.
Customer Rating
5
good but not as good as 300
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i loved 300 and i saw this movie not to long after i saw 300. it is not as gory as 300. the story is great over all and for its age it is a good movie. i enjoyed it but i prefer newer movies over old movies. if you dont know the story of 300, it is basically a historical event in which 300 soldiers held of a massive army from invasion. i wont give to much detail but it is a good story. definatly worth watching.
What's great about it: great story
What's not so great: not as good as 300 but it is older so its to be expected
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Xbox 360
Xbox 360
How do you set up windows media to your xbox 360 with windows xp software?
I am using an xbox 360 elite limited editon (resident evil 5 one), and i wanted to put media center on it.
How to I set it up with a wireless network?
How to I set it up with a wireless network?
To set up Windows Media Center:
If you use Windows XP, first go to www.xbox.com/pcsetup and click Setup to download the latest Windows Media Center software update to your PC running Windows Media Center.
Note
Windows Vista Home Premium Edition and Windows Vista Ultimate Edition come pre-installed with Windows Media Center.
Connect your Xbox 360 console to your PC using one of the connection types described in "Connect to Xbox LIVE."
On your Xbox 360 console, go to My Xbox and open Windows Media Center . Follow the on-screen instructions to finish Windows Media Center setup.
Along with standard DVD remote control functions, the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote features a Windows Media Center button that lets you access a connected PC running Windows Media Center.
Xbox 360 can connect to an 802.11g or an 802.11a router with an optional wireless adapter such as the Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. Optimal performance is possible only when your Xbox 360 console connects to your network using the 802.11a standard. Other wireless devices, such as portable computers or desktop computers, connect with 802.11g.
Note
If you use wireless networking equipment that is not "Designed for Media Center Edition" (DfMCE) logo certified, you may experience poor wireless performance when you connect to PC running Windows XP and Windows Media Center.
To guarantee compatibility with current gear and to provide additional uninterrupted bandwidth for Xbox 360, replace an older 802.11g-only router with a newer, dual-band 802.11g and 802.11a router that is DfMCE certified.
Media Center Remote Control
The Xbox 360 console can be configured for use with your Media Center Remote Control. With this you can use familiar remote features to control the Windows Media Center features that are available with Xbox 360.
To use a Media Center remote control together with the Xbox 360:
Go to the My Xbox and select System Settings.
Select Console Settings.
Scroll down and select Remote Control.
Select Both Remotes.
Press Back (B) a few times to return to the Xbox Dashboard.
If the Xbox 360 console is turned off, press Start to turn it on and to start Media Center. When the system is on, you can press Start from any area of the Xbox Dashboard to jump straight to Media Center.
Note
The Media Center remote control cannot adjust the volume level for Xbox 360.
The Xbox 360 Universal Remote is the best way to access the features of Media Center on the Xbox 360 system. You can control your Xbox 360 experience with an ergonomic design that includes backlit buttons, TV controls, and integrated Media Center controls.
For More Info
For detailed, Xbox 360–specific information about Windows Media Center (including everything from feature explanations to firewall troubleshooting), visit www.microsoft.com/extender.
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If you use Windows XP, first go to www.xbox.com/pcsetup and click Setup to download the latest Windows Media Center software update to your PC running Windows Media Center.
Note
Windows Vista Home Premium Edition and Windows Vista Ultimate Edition come pre-installed with Windows Media Center.
Connect your Xbox 360 console to your PC using one of the connection types described in "Connect to Xbox LIVE."
On your Xbox 360 console, go to My Xbox and open Windows Media Center . Follow the on-screen instructions to finish Windows Media Center setup.
Along with standard DVD remote control functions, the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote features a Windows Media Center button that lets you access a connected PC running Windows Media Center.
Xbox 360 can connect to an 802.11g or an 802.11a router with an optional wireless adapter such as the Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. Optimal performance is possible only when your Xbox 360 console connects to your network using the 802.11a standard. Other wireless devices, such as portable computers or desktop computers, connect with 802.11g.
Note
If you use wireless networking equipment that is not "Designed for Media Center Edition" (DfMCE) logo certified, you may experience poor wireless performance when you connect to PC running Windows XP and Windows Media Center.
To guarantee compatibility with current gear and to provide additional uninterrupted bandwidth for Xbox 360, replace an older 802.11g-only router with a newer, dual-band 802.11g and 802.11a router that is DfMCE certified.
Media Center Remote Control
The Xbox 360 console can be configured for use with your Media Center Remote Control. With this you can use familiar remote features to control the Windows Media Center features that are available with Xbox 360.
To use a Media Center remote control together with the Xbox 360:
Go to the My Xbox and select System Settings.
Select Console Settings.
Scroll down and select Remote Control.
Select Both Remotes.
Press Back (B) a few times to return to the Xbox Dashboard.
If the Xbox 360 console is turned off, press Start to turn it on and to start Media Center. When the system is on, you can press Start from any area of the Xbox Dashboard to jump straight to Media Center.
Note
The Media Center remote control cannot adjust the volume level for Xbox 360.
The Xbox 360 Universal Remote is the best way to access the features of Media Center on the Xbox 360 system. You can control your Xbox 360 experience with an ergonomic design that includes backlit buttons, TV controls, and integrated Media Center controls.
For More Info
For detailed, Xbox 360–specific information about Windows Media Center (including everything from feature explanations to firewall troubleshooting), visit www.microsoft.com/extender.
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15 years ago
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william09
joplin, mo
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
ps3
2.0 usb flash drive. will it work on the ps3
most flash drives will work on ps3, some however you will have to format into either a ntfs or fat 32 drive (cant remember which) you can do this on your computer by plugging the device in, and going to the drive itself to view folders and click formatt ( on win xp it is on the left side bar as an option) it will however delete anything on the card. to get the ps3 to read items on it ,as an example a movie, you would go to movies on the media bar in ps3, highlight (do not push x to select the thumbdrive) the thumbdrive under movies and press triangle and select veiw all. other wise the ps3 will act like there is nothing on the drive.
15 years, 1 month ago
by
william09
joplin, mo
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
i have this sprint USB thing and i dont know how to set it up to my PS3
i have it working on my laptop perfectly...just plug it in and go. but when i plug it in the ps3 it wont even show up.
the ps3 doesnt pick up some items in the usb ports (it wont detect a digital camera that i have from kodak) you may need to re-ask the question and state what the item is, what does it do. is it a phone (majic jack, vonage type device, wireless internet device (ps3 is wireless out of the box) is it a memory device of some kind) without know what the device is and does it is rather difficult to find a solution.
15 years, 1 month ago
by
william09
joplin, mo
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
Is Sony going to have a price cut for ps3 like the rumors are saying
to be honest rumors of this nature have been going on for a while, i was told of a price cut in april that never happened. it is unclear at this time unless sony announces it themselves. i do know that sony takes a hit on every system they sale right now, meaning it costs more to make them than what they sale them for becuase of their own chipset they had made for the system. i woudlnt count on a price cut anytime soon, and if it happens with-in 30 days of your ps3 purchase i know most stores will honor the new price and will provide a refund. i woudlnt count on a price cut anytime soon unless sony becomes desperate to sell, especially since a descent blue ray player alone is running $300.00 by itself. i woudlnt count on a price cut due to that alone, if you are debating on buying one, i will tell you that overall it is worth the $400 price tag considering you dont have to buy accessories like you do with xbox 360 (wireless adapter is 99 dollars alone on 360 and ps3 is wireless right out of the box, and it comes with a rechargable controller which is another $20 on xbox and the online is free and xbox 360 is $60 a year plus you cant browse the internet like with ps3, considering all that ps3 is cheaper than xbox 360 in the long run already)
15 years, 1 month ago
by
william09
joplin, mo
Xbox 360
Xbox 360
I am looking to buy an xbox for the first time and the elite seems like a pretty good deal. Is it worth $400 plus a year of live 2 games + controller
to be honest when you consider you have to buy the system, xbox live, a play and charge kit (unless you like batteries) a $99 wireless adapter you are actually paying more than you would for a more reliable ps3 which is ready to go out of the box. the only thing i purchased with my ps3 was a headset (any blue tooth headset that utilizes bluetooth 2.0 or later will work) and a controller for my fiance (and a seperate usb cable to charge it or you can get a charges that charges multiple controllers at the same time) you do get a chance to win a free game on xbox 360 called RED RING OF DEATH as well. the system reliability for xbox 360 is below standard. i myself have had a total of 4 360's, 3 of which have been since march of 2009. i woudl advise against xbox but that is just my opinion. do keep in mind im not a playstation fan boy, i just want a system that works and i got it and more with PS3
15 years, 1 month ago
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william09
joplin, mo