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![How to Train Your Dragon [Blu-ray/DVD] [Includes Digital Copy] [UltraViolet] [2010]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5977/5977024_sa.jpg)
Posted by: NYCMovieLuv
from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was so glad when I saw a new, special edition DVD + blu-ray on Best Buy's pre-order list. I never got the original DVD + blu-ray pack when it came out in 2010 or 2011. This movie is a great ride for kids and adults alike. The movie does differ quite vastly from Cressida Cowell's first book in the "How to Train Your Dragon" series, though. However, all of the changes that were made for the movie worked extremely well. So, if you're a fan of the books, at least give the movie a try. The cast is great. Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, and the rest of the cast is perfect! The story is quite moving. It's about people simply learning to accept each other as they are; strengths come in all different formats. The score by John Powell is fantastic as well. If you enjoy this movie, I also highly recommend the wonderful series that followed this movie, Dragons: Riders (and now, Defenders) of Berk. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
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![The White Queen [3 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [UltraViolet] [Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/3057/3057143_sa.jpg)
This release compiles all ten episodes of The White Queen a made-for-TV adaptation of books from the historical fiction writer Philippa Gregory. The story concerns three women who each attempt to gain and solidify their power during the War of the Roses.
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5
Great Historically Based Drama
on May 23, 2014
Posted by: NYCMovieLuv
from New York, NY
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Overall, this show is great! It's a fascinating time in British history. This series is also generally historically accurate as well. I love the main actresses, Rebecca Ferguson, Amanda Hale, and Faye Marsay. They, as well as most of the other actors and actresses are splendid in their roles. The only actor that was miscast was Max Irons. He just wasn't the best for the part of Edward IV. Additionally, there are unnecessary mature scenes peppered throughout the series, so it's not appropriate for younger audiences, but that's not surprising since this was shown on Starz. There's also a witchcraft theme which is really dopey. In any case, though, I recommend this show because it's fascinating to learn about this time in British history. The Wars of the Roses finally makes sense! The acting is great and the show is fast paced. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
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![The Smurfs [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [2011]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/6292/6292345_sa.jpg)
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I love this movie! The live action and voice actors are all great in their roles. I also have to say that Hank Azaria was born to play Gargamel. He's sinister and revolting, but he's also extremely hilarious! The animation is really good too. Excellent, funny movie for all ages! Lots of fun. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
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![The Hunchback of Notre Dame [Special Edition] [3 Discs] [Blu-ray/DVD] [1996]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8160/8160065_sa.jpg)
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4
Good Disney Movie from the '90s
on April 18, 2014
Posted by: NYCMovieLuv
from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was 9 years old when _Hunchback_ came out, and I have always enjoyed it. Although the songs aren't that great, the story is good. The message of acceptance is timeless. While this is very loosely based on Victor Hugo's great novel, it's still a good movie. It is not one of Disney's best, though. The pace of the film is good. The material is little darker in this movie, but kids should still enjoy it. The features on the blu-ray are great. Recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
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![Masterpiece: Downton Abbey - Season 4 [3 Discs]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/37f1c583-ff44-4fce-b812-f2751a242299.jpg)
The fourth season of Downton Abbey finds the house mourning the tragic death of Matthew. Mary looks to the rest of the family to help raise her child, now fatherless, while meeting the unexpected challenges of several interested suitors. Elsewhere, Rose continues to dream of London, and Edith finds her relationship with Michael Gregson under threat.
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2
Not the Best Season for Downton
on March 8, 2014
Posted by: NYCMovieLuv
from New York, NY
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Well, I've never been a huge fan of _Downton Abbey_, but I love all of the actors so I always catch every season of _Downton_. The dialogue is really bad in this season, but the actors deliver them so well! How do they do it? Anyway, there are numerous plot points that just get way too melodramatic or absurd. Then again, that's you would expect from this show, though. It was interesting to see that the show could still go on without one of its main characters from the first three seasons. Mary's character really shines in this season. Recommended for _Downton_ fans.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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![Scrooged [DVD] [1988]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/7388/7388444_sa.jpg)
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5
Entertaining, Creative Take on Dickens' Classic
on February 10, 2014
Posted by: NYCMovieLuv
from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a hilarious take on Dickens' classic. Murray is great as the modern day Scrooge. All of the actors are great in this besides Murray: Alfre Woodard, Karen Allen, and all of the ghosts are great. My favorite ghost is the Ghost of the Past- he's hysterical. This movie is inappropriate for kids, though. I first saw a relatively cleaned up version of this movie in 1996 when I was nine, and I really enjoyed it. So, just be aware that the full edition of this movie is for teens and adults. Anyway, it's just not Christmas without this hilarious, and I think, the most successful reinterpretation of Dickens' work.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
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![National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation [WS] [Special Edition] [DVD] [1989]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5862/5862337_sa.jpg)
Clark Griswold and his family get to celebrate the holidays in digital splendor in this DVD release of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. The film has been transferred to disc in its original widescreen aspect ratio of 1.85:1, which has been enhanced for anamorphic playback on 16 x 9 monitors. The original English language soundtrack has been remixed in Dolby Digital 5.1, while an alternate track dubbed in French appears in Dolby Digital Mono. The movie also features optional subtitles in English, French, and Spanish. No bonus materials have been included.
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from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a very funny movie. It exaggerates all the insanity of a suburban family Christmas. All of the actors are great. I first saw this movie on TV, when I was like 9 or 10 in 1997-98, but it some things were edited out of the TV version. Just be aware that if you are going to watch this with children younger than 12, there are a few curses and a few other inappropriate things in the movie. But, all in all, it's a wacky, crazy, but very funny movie to watch for Christmas. I got a great deal on this item on Best Buy's website right before Christmas too!
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
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![The Little Mermaid [Diamond Edition] [2 Discs] [Blu-ray/DVD] [1989]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/1524/1524367_sa.jpg)
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from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
Well, it's actually quite depressing to call _The Little Mermaid_ a Disney classic, but since it's been 24 years, it's time. I was two when this movie came out and I have always loved it! The script, songs, voices, and animation are all wonderful. It's also great to finally see this movie in blu-ray format. Like the _Beauty and the Beast_ blu ray, _The Little Mermaid_ looks fabulous. The colors are gorgeous! I haven't gotten a chance to watch the features yet, but they don't look overly spectacular. The deleted character feature looks cool, though. Anyway, I recommend this movie for all millennials who grew up pretending to be Ariel! Kids and adults of all ages can enjoy this marvelous Disney film (which reestablished Disney's prominence in the film world). Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
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![Dragons: Riders of Berk - Part 2 [2 Discs] [DVD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/9366/9366049_sa.jpg)
This animated adventure for kids from the popular How to Train Your Dragon series includes episodes 12-21 of the show, following the high flying story of Hiccup, Toothless, and the rest of the gang as they dip and dive through four episodes worth of fantastical fun.
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5
Great Follow-up Series to How to Train Your Dragon
on September 8, 2013
Posted by: NYCMovieLuv
from New York, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
Wow! I really love the _Dragon Riders_ TV series. I'm 26 and I actually enjoy this show. I liked the movie and was really interested to see whether the series was worth watching. This is beyond so many of the children's shows that are on TV now. There are actual plots and none of the episodes are annoyingly preachy. This show is so much fun to watch. The voices are great too. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
My Best Buy number: 0565414229
What's great about it: Fun, intelligent stories, not preachy
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