Hoosiers may be one of the most loved sports films, but it has not received the attention it deserves on DVD. Originally released on DVD by Live Entertainment (now Artisan), then acquired by MGM, this disc is lacking in many ways. The image, framed at the original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1, is an anamorphic transfer and shows a fair amount of grain. Still, even with the grain, the image holds up quite well, especially in the use of color. Reds, prominent throughout the film, are solid and really stand out. The sound, a Dolby Digital Surround mix, is centered up front, but is recorded far too low. It's necessary to turn up the volume in order to hear dialogue, but needs to be lowered when the rousing music begins. The only soundtrack is in English. Closed captions are available in only English. As for extras, there aren't very many. There is only a trailer, which is a real shame, as a commentary or a documentary on actual Indiana high school basketball would be a real treat. It is hard not to love this film, but one is saddened that more could not be done for the disc.
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What makes this one of the most popular sports films of all time isn't just the sport, it's because it's such a human-interest film, such a wonderful story of giving people second chances in life. Add a true-life David beat Goliath story and you have an appealing film.
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Finely Constructed Thriller Which Keeps You Guessing All the Way. I guess if you really want to put an American in a harsh situation, have him lose his memory in a foreign country. Despite his age, Neeson still has it in him. It's all in the ending!!!
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I stole this review, but it says it all. Overall, I just don't think this was a very good film. I don't think that Stone felt entirely comfortable with what he was doing here, trying at times to be Tarantino but failing miserably. And likewise, I think that if this film had been in the hands of Tarantino or Robert Rodriguez, it likely would have come out much better, perhaps even great.
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Winter's Bone is a stark, almost documentary-like movie. The plot was quite tense and engrossing. The Winter's Bone is a rich, satisfying film that more than deserves the accolades it has been receiving
My Best Buy number: 2369329082
My Best Buy number: 2369329082
What's great about it: Acting!!! Albeit, the story is depressing.
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It was not close to Grimm's fairy tales although there were some parallels. I guess I just didn't expect it to be so comedic. OK, but don't expect a good rendition of Grimm's Fairy Tales.
My Best Buy number: 2369329082
My Best Buy number: 2369329082
What's great about it: Cinematography was good.
What's not so great: Story line not what I expected.
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