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This box set consisting of the supernatural comedies Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters 2. Each is presented in the original broadcast aspect ratio. Supplemental materials include a wealth of behind-the-scenes materials and a collectible scrapbook that documents the two films.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on December 28, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
"The best thing about this set is the price. The re-mastered high-def transfers on these new versions seem a bit too light to me, and also seem to be missing some of the extras from the original collector's dvd release. Still though, a good buy for two great films. Recommended."
What's great about it: These are truely classics. And this gift set is a idea so you have number 1 and 2 together
What's not so great: n-a
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The "Complete Trilogy" is right. All three movies are here, and that would be a pretty full meal in itself, but along with the 339 minutes of movie on three discs -- all transferred about as well as anyone ever imagined they could be for the home screen, with bright, solid colors and resolution that reveals picture details that might have previously escaped viewers, plus ear-popping sound -- we also get ten hours of extra features. Each disc leads off its bonus section with a 14-minute making-of featurette, done at the time of each respective movie's release, about the evolution of ideas for the plots, the design of the sets and props, the way in which the score was conceived, and the makeup, casting, etc. None is revelatory, but it also would have been silly not to have included each in this package. Much more interesting is "The Making of the Trilogy," three new 15-minute featurettes in which the creators explain themselves better in all of the areas covered by the older featurettes, especially where the special effects and makeup are concerned, though each also reveals some superficiality in the thinking of the producers, such as Bob Gale's statement that no Hollywood movie had ever been built on the notion that every adult was once a kid (there's a movie called It's a Wonderful Life that spends a good bit of time on that very subject). Not that this matters -- the makers came up with two eminently enjoyable and one genuinely funny, touching movie, and it's fascinating to see how they did it, to learn that the movie was nearly sunk by its PG-rated orientation (with R-rated comedies like Fast Times at Ridgemont High making a fortune, every studio thought Back to the Future was too "soft," except for Disney, where they felt the script was too "dirty" because of the implication of defacto incestuous attraction between two of the characters), and to see how Michael J. Fox managed to get the lead role after shooting had already commenced with Eric Stoltz in the part. And then there are the sets of commentary tracks on each disc, one a live question-and-answer session by Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale before an audience of film students; another an "enhanced" interview with Michael J. Fox (who appears in a window in the upper right-hand corner of the screen) discussing the movie and his role in it; and a commentary track by Gale and Neil Canton, which is deliberately keyed to carry the viewer past the boundaries of the other two commentaries. Disc two contains a similar range of material, but without Fox's enhanced reminiscences; instead, we get a selection of some substantial outtakes from the movie, with the optional accompaniment of Bob Gale's commentary explaining why they were deleted, and an array of outtakes, including flubbed lines and cues. Disc three, in addition to two commentaries, contains one violent scene that was cut out of the third movie, with Gale's explanation of why. The commentary is a little bit thin by this time, as though the participants lost some of their own continuity, even engaging in some strained and limp humor that doesn't quite work. They do admit to an error in the script during the first ten minutes of the movie, but otherwise the remarks here are less focused, and seem to suffer from some of the same weariness that overtook the makers in shooting the third movie. Each disc is dual-layered and offers a seamless, invisible transition, even on older players. Each one opens to a three-tiered menu that is very easy to use, with bonus features that advance automatically on the selection list as they play out. There are also production stills, storyboards, conceptual art, and promotional and marketing materials presented in an interactive format, and each disc offers a DVD-ROM function (for those playing these discs on their computers) that includes the original script for each movie. These extras all may be a little bit more than the trilogy deserves in the total scheme of cinema -- none of the Back to the Future movies is remotely as significant as, say, The Birth of a Nation, Citizen Kane, etc. -- but it is all interesting to take in, one movie at a time, one day at a time, and enlightening about how important luck is, along with talent and bold intentions, in making a successful film (or two or three).
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on December 28, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
"A perfect blend of sci-fi and comedy. Truly classic time travel movies.
Now you can enjoy them at your convenience."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes
What's great about it: excellent movies
What's not so great: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on December 28, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
"If you haven't seen this movie, you have no idea what you are missing. A great movie with a great plot -- what would you do if you met your parents when they were your age and you changed your future? Excellent -- from academy award winning director Robert Zemeckis. The number one movie of 1985!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes
What's great about it: a classic, one of the best movies you will ever see
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on December 28, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
"If you haven't seen this movie, you have no idea what you are missing. A great movie with a great plot -- what would you do if you met your parents when they were your age and you changed your future? Excellent -- from academy award winning director Robert Zemeckis. The number one movie of 1985!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes
What's great about it: a classic, one of the best movies you will ever see
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on December 28, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
my opinion, there are only a few truly great television series in the sci-fi/horror genre, especially today. They just don't seem to catch the mainstream viewers' eyes and end up canceled. This show being canceled felt like a Terminator T-800 had ripped my heart out of my chest. It's really, really, really great.
If you're a fan of the Terminator movies, especially 1&2, you'll love this. Lena Headey is extremely effective as Sarah Connor, but she brings more emotion to the role than Linda Hamilton did. She's smarter, less desperate, more caring of her son John. Thomas Dekker is fantastic as John Connor, as is Summer Glau as Cameron, and the biggest surprise is Brian Austin Green as Derek Reese, brother of John's father, Kyle Reese.
The plot twists are compelling and leave you on the edge of your seat constantly. Richard T. Jones' performance as Richard Ellison takes what seemed like a bland character to great heights, and you found yourself rooting as much for him as you were for the Connors. Dean Winters' Charley Dixon character is heartbreaking and the role of Jesse Flores, played by Stephanie Jacobsen, is hot.
The special effects for a TV series are surprisingly good, but what makes this series is the thrilling suspense of stopping the terrifying idea of "Terminators" and "Skynet", the raw human emotion that's perfectly played by the actors, and the fact that the show doesn't treat viewers like idiots. It's smart, emotional, human sci-fi - right where the genre always does best. The music is spot on and really adds to the show, much like the music of Friday Night Lights accentuates that show. The cinematography is pretty good for a television show as well.
If you're a fan of the Terminator movies, again, buy Season 1 and Season 2. If you're not, I still recommend you give this a try, because you don't have to be a fan of the films to like this either - there's enough real-life, grown-up drama to hook most anyone.
In closing, it's one of the most enjoyable shows I've EVER watched on television. I'm really sad that it's over, but glad that I'll be able to watch it over and over again. And I will."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes
What's great about it: Pretty much everything. Season 1 was very good and laid some awesome ground work. Season 2 hit it out of the park.
What's not so great: There's a slight lull to the first 1/3 of this season, but all for good reason. All loose ends get tied up.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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SynopsisFight for survival and shoot your way to mission success as the acclaimed Call of Duty franchise makes its triumphant return. Exploding with the realism and intensity that have become the hallmarks of this gripping series, you'll lay waste to your enemies as hails of gunfire erupt. Move out for intense action and make sure you're prepared to answer the Call of Duty.This harrowing sequel to Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare thrusts you once more into the haze of battle. Arm yourself with sophisticated tools of destruction and get ready to stare death in the face as you enter a raging conflict. Experience the rigors of battle and struggle against long odds to seize victory. The awesome power of war comes alive in all its grit and glory in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on November 13, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
AT FIRST I WAS EXCITED ABOUT THIS GAME BECAUSE IT WAS THE NEW CALL OF DUTY, BUT SINCE PLAYING IT NOW, I CAN SAY I WAS BLOWN AWAY BY THE STORYLINE AND GRAPHICS. I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THIS GAME AND SO FAR IT HAS LIVED UP TO ITS EXPECTATIONS."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes
What's great about it: GRAPHICS, NEW WEAPONS, GAME PLAY
What's not so great: N/A
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Broaden the content you enjoy on your PlayStation system with this convenient $20 PlayStation Network Card. Use the card to purchase downloadable games, game add-ons, full-length movies, TV shows and other content that you can play or view on your PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3 or PS Vita.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on October 11, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
"These cards are the best when I don't want to use my credit card for game purchases. These cards also count as gaming accessories for points on the Gamers Club on Reward Zone, which nets rewards at a quicker pace."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?: Yes
What's great about it: it: Super-easy to use and redeem.3
What's not so great: n/a
I would recommend this to a friend!
Durability
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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SynopsisYou love the addictive gameplay of the famous Civilization series. Civilization Revolution gives you the opportunity to experience the epic world-building of Civilization in a brand-new way. Designed from the ground up by the legendary Sid Meier and his team at Firaxis, you'll enjoy new graphics, gameplay and control that take full advantage of today's leading gaming platforms.Choose from 16 civilizations from throughout history, including Africa, Germany, America and China. Play as a famous leader, such as Abe Lincoln, Otto von Bismark and Mao Zedong, then compete against other leaders as you create your own history. Traverse the world to explore and discover long-lost relics, technologies, barbarians and more. Accessible maps and a streamlined time scale treat you to quicker games and constant action. Real-time interaction allows leaders and advisors to actively communicate with you, even turning and pointing to items in the world as they speak. With a variety of single-player and multiplayer options, you'll have many ways to build and lead an empire.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Good
on October 10, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
"I've never played any of the previous Civilization installments but gave this one a try based on the demo. The game itself is incredible. The graphics are cartoonish and the "dialog" (which consists of nothing more than spoken jibberish whenever you highlight an action) is incessant and aggrivating, but the actual gameplay is very addictive. It is a turn-based strategy game and the basic premise is to dominate the world through technological advancement, cultural superiority, financial gain, or just plain brute force. The levels of difficulty range from too simple to nearly impossible and everything in between. The AI is fair for the most part except that as the difficulty rises, the computer tends to compensate for skill by giving itself unfair advantages, like expanding it's cities quicker than is normally possible. Also, the AI has the ability to demand money and technologies from you in exchange for peace while the player does not, something that will hopefully be addressed in a future patch.
For anyone that is a fan of strategy games, turn-based or even real time, this game is a must have."
What's great about it: Worth it!
What's not so great: None after 45 hours of game play.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisIn a vast and unforgiving Martian landscape, a new conflict is about to erupt. Fifty years after the events of the original Red Faction, the Earth Defense Force (EDF) holds the planet in its sway. As an insurgent fighter with the newly re-established Red Faction movement, you are igniting a battle for liberation against these oppressive overlords. In a war that will take you from the desolate mining outpost of Parker to the gleaming EDF capital city of Eos, you must utilize all the destructive power at your command to bring down the sinister EDF and achieve freedom at any cost.Red Faction: Guerrilla thrusts you into a gritty open world ripe for destruction. Employ fast-paced guerrilla-style tactics, improvised weaponry and modified vehicles to take down your EDF opponents. Destroy the world around you with tactical maneuvers, attacking enemy strongholds or changing the game environment to your advantage, and watch as walls, staircases and more crumble with realistic physics. Battle against other players in brutal online multiplayer combat as you put your powers of destruction to the ultimate test.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent
on July 30, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
"if you want a sandbox game to destroy everything this is the game for you. use your sledgehammer to knock down support columns to bring a building down, or use bombs to take out the supports, and if that gets old, just drive through the place in a vehicle and call it done.
everything in the game can be destroyed. the physics are good and every building falls differently which keeps it awe inspiring. the story is ok but isnt grade A and you can read about it in the description so i wont get into it. this game is about destruction. once you destroy buildings, walls, vehicles, people you collect items to salvage to use to purchase new upgrades which is cool. the graphics are great and the landscape is your playground of destruction, go bring down some buildings already
What's great about it: destruction
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Continents erupt in flames and hails of gunfire as war breaks out on an unprecedented scale. This is World War II, where a massive conflict rages on two fronts: Europe and the South Pacific. Answer your nation's call and travel to distant lands where you'll take part in devastating battles that gripped a generation and laid the foundation for the world as we know it today. Do you have the courage, the cunning and the commitment to fulfill your duties and see the war through to its harrowing end?Prepare for global conflict presented in all its terrible grit and immediacy. In Call of Duty: World at War, you assume the role of a U.S. Marine or a Russian soldier in the waning days of the Second World War. Travel to the far reaches of the conflict, from war-plagued Berlin to the dense jungles of the Pacific theater, as you confront enemies who refuse to contemplate surrender or retreat and who fight all the more desperately — and more dangerously — knowing the end is near. Employ the weapons at your disposal, including a flamethrower and other new infantry and vehicle-based weapons, and fight to complete your mission as battles explode around you with all the terrible chaos of real war.
 
Customer Rating
3 out of 5
3
Average
on June 23, 2009
Posted by: mavick
from mavick CA
waste of money. I should of just kept playing Modern Warfare. I just don't really like this game compared to Modern Warfare or any other FPS. The only positive I can say about this game is the graphics and the solo missions are fun. But if you have played one Call of Duty game you know that these are fairly short and not long enough to fully feel like you got your money's worth for a single player game. The online gameplay is horrible. Not my favorite FPS. I was kind of disappointed. I don't see why everyone is all excited about this video game."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?: No
What's great about it: it: Graphics, Solo play
What's not so great: Online play, feel of the game
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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