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The Matrix came along at just the right time in the history of the DVD format. With its incredible action scenes and futuristic plot, it proved to be a tremendous boost for sales of DVD players and proof of the power of DVD to present a movie accurately. The 2.35:1 widescreen presentation is a crystal clear translation of the movie's dark imagery. While there may be a lack of resolution in background images, the stylish visuals in the foreground draw all of the attention, along with the powerful, seat-rocking sound effects of Dolby Digital mix. Special features are mildly entertaining. The cast/crew commentary is by Carrie-Anne Moss, visual effects supervisor John Gaeta, and editor Zach Staeberg, and often leans toward the technical side of the production. The music-only "Audio Track" is for fans of the soundtrack only, and the making-of documentary is 25 minutes of hyperbole. "Taking the red pill" leads to a six-minute overview of the technical sides of "bullet-time," a special-effect element found in the film. The "Follow the White Rabbit" feature brings a rabbit icon to the screen during scenes of heavy special effects; hitting "enter" leads to behind-the-scenes footage of the scene in question and then places viewers back into the scene of the movie. Filmographies of cast and crew are also present. Instant access to all of the DVD's 38 chapters is available via the "Scene Access" menu, making this disc an entirely successful presentation of a fun film.
 
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Awesome Movie
on September 30, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
This is one of the best action movies. Besideds the sequels there is no movie like this anywhere else. The sequels are good, but nowhere near as good as this one. Best Movie Keanu Reeves has ever made.
What's great about it: Great Fight Scenes
What's not so great: None
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Everyone's friendly neighborhood Spider-Man swoops to DVD in this full-screen special edition of the highly energized sequel from 20th Century Fox. With exquisite extras and spectacular picture and sound, this two-disc is a worthy buy for just about everyone. First off is the technical angle, in which this disc truly shines. Presented in a cropped full-frame image, the picture is full of brilliant hues and fine details that are sure to bring your superhero dreams to life as you watch it (even if you're missing most of the image that the recommended widescreen edition will deliver!). Additionally, the 5.1 Dolby Digital sound is an absorbing home-theater experience that's been meticulously created for this disc, and it does not disappoint. On the extras front, the fun starts with two different commentaries that are packed with anecdotes and stories from the production. The first track includes two separate recording sessions -- one from director Sam Raimi and Spidey himself, Tobey Maguire, and the other with Marvel producer-extraordinaire Avi Arad and co-producer Grant Curtis. This track is full of fun banter between the director and star, while the other two give good detail on the hows and whys of the moviemaking process. For more in-depth tech-talk, check out the technical commentary, headed by a few other sliced-together sessions that include effects-maestros John Dykstra and Steve Johnson, among others. The track is especially insightful when you begin to realize just how many of the effects were split between practical mechanical effects and CGI. Also included on the first disc is a blooper reel, a music video by Train, movie previews, web featurettes from the film's website, and a "Spidey Sense 2" trivia track that is stuffed with enough facts on the comic and the movie that it's almost overwhelming. Disc two contains the bulk of the extras, starting with the "Making the Amazing" 12-part documentary. This whopping two-hour making-of is one of the best in-depth and entertaining looks at a film that has graced the DVD world. After a bit of your usual PR-type talk in the beginning about the first film, this feature then dives head first into all of the separate departments as they pieced the movie together; this is highly recommended viewing for anyone who enjoys this type of stuff. Three featurettes can also be found on this second disc, all of which hold up the same quality as well. The highlight of the three would have to be the "Ock-Umentary" 20-minute special, which takes the viewer step-by-step through how the filmmakers were able to bring Doc Ock to life, from the pre-production process through the on-set puppeteering that set the stage for all of the CGI polishes later on. Other bonus features on the disc include a multi-angle feature that delves into a few effects-heavy sequences in the film, with other areas dedicated to Activision's exceptional Spider-Man 2 video game. Finally, comic artist Alex Ross has been given a gallery all his own that showcases his stunning paintings featured in the opening credit sequence. Also available in fullscreen, Superbit, and a Collector's DVD Gift Set, this release is a fantastic buy and a perfect gift for any fan of the film. In perfect double-dip fashion, Sony has plans to release a Spider-Man 2.5 as well, featuring extended sequences created solely for the DVD under Raimi's supervision. Until that comes out, there's plenty to love on this release, so don't be afraid to wait for the second release -- unless you like to torture yourself and miss out on a whole lot of great stuff.
 
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Great Movie
on September 29, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
Great Superhero Moive. Great flick for people of all ages. You will enjoy this movie from beginning to end.
What's great about it: Spider Man Doing his thing
What's not so great: Not as good as the first One
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The DVD extras on the shark thriller Deep Blue Sea contain bountiful "making of" information. "When Sharks Attack!" is a documentary highlighting the blend of real sharks, models, and computer effects that were used in the film. While far from comprehensive, seeing the actors swimming with real sharks is engaging. An explanation of the use of music within the film is also interesting. "The Sharks of the Deep Blue Sea" is a short documentary more specifically aimed towards the technology used for the models of the sharks. There is overlap between the two documentaries. Deleted scenes can be viewed with commentary by director Renny Harlin, who explains why each scene was left out. The film as a whole can also be watched with the commentary of the director and one of the film's stars, Samuel L. Jackson. Jackson's commentary adds interest and amusement but unfortunately is only featured in the first half of the track. A theatrical trailer and production stills are provided. The Deep Blue Sea package also has DVD-ROM features, including screensaver, poster, chat room links, interview clips with cast and production crew, and web links to other shark sites that can all be accessed from the original website.
 
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3
Good SHark Movie
on September 25, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
This is actually a rare movie. Like in Snakes on a Plane Samuel L. Jackson gives a speech about how he has had it with the Sharks. One difference, none of the sankes eat him.
What's great about it: A lot of People being Eaten
What's not so great: Strange Mutant Sharks
I would recommend this to a friend!
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From director Michael Bay and executive producer Steven Spielberg comes a thrilling battle between the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons. When their epic struggle comes to Earth, all that stands between the Decepticons and ultimate power is a clue held by young Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf). Unaware that he is mankind's last chance for survival, Sam and Bumblebee, his robot disguised as a car, are in a heart-pounding race against an enemy unlike anything anyone has seen before.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Good Action Movie
on September 23, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
This is a descent action movie, not a bad movie. One thing that you will see in this film that you do not often see; good robot fight scenes. The strangest thing about this movie was it has the plot of a kids movie, but it is a little too violent for kids. Most people I know loved this movie, but I don't think it was all that great. I probably will not se the sequel.
What's great about it: Good Fight Scenes
What's not so great: Plot of a kids Movie
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5
Not a Typical Gangster Movie
on September 21, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
This is one of the best movies to come out in the last few years. This is a great movie about a gangster controling the drugs flooding into New York. If you like typical gangster movies, The Godfather, Goodfellas, etc., you may not like this movie. This is a great film, I recomend it to anybody who asks.
What's great about it: Great Flick
What's not so great: Long Movie
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This deadpan release from the American version of the comedy series The Office includes all six episodes from the show's first season, following the everyday misadventures of an extremely earnest and extremely tactless regional branch manager at a paper company, and the employees forced to deal with him.
 
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5
Great TV Show
on September 20, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
This Show will keep you laughing for hours. Great Buy.
What's great about it: Hilarious
What's not so great: None
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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.
 
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4
Good Zombie Movie
on September 17, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
This is one of the best zombie movies to come out in the past decade. Unlike any other zombie movie. Great gore scenes, it might give you nightmares. Has a bad ending, atleast an unexpected ending. If you are a horror fan, than your collection should have this film.
What's great about it: Great Killing Scenes
What's not so great: Several Slow Parts
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The groundbreaking 1970s TV show All in the Family, starring Carroll O'Connor as the irascible Archie Bunker, finally makes its way onto DVD care of Columbia. Included on this three-disc set are the original 13 episodes from the first season in 1970. Each of these episodes are presented in 1.33:1 full frame. Unfortunately, due to the age and source materials, each of these episodes display a lot of faded colors, dirt, grain, and scratches. Watching each of these 13 episodes is the equivalent of watching them on TV back in 1970. The audio is presented in Dolby Digital Mono and sounds very lifeless and flat. However, since this is TV from the early '70s, this can be forgiven. Some distortion is heard in a few spots, though overall the bulk of the soundtrack is free of any excessive hiss or imperfections. Fans of the series will be sorely disappointed to find not one single extra feature on any of these discs. This is a real shame due to the fact that All in the Family was a truly historical TV series. This DVD set is worth the money for hardcore fans, but anyone else might want to take a pass.
 
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5
An Elite TV Show
on September 16, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
Here is the season that started it all. A series that was not afriad to touch upon a subject most people would not talk about. Great first season episodes.
What's great about it: Hilarious
What's not so great: None
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4
Second Best Rambo Movie
on September 15, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
This is the best Rambo Movie since the first one. When I first heard that this movie was coming out I thought "this is going to be horrible Sylvester Stallone is 95 years old," but since I saw the first three I figured that I could not miss this one, and I was glad I didn't. When I saw it I was pleasently surprised at the action and violence. Some people may say the story was weak, but who cares about the story. Any Rambo fan would tell you that they just want to see Rambo kick a** (butt). This film would be a great addition to any good collection.
What's great about it: A Ton of Violence
What's not so great: None
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Great Action Movie
on September 14, 2008
Posted by: JKoz
from Chicago, IL
Great Action Movie filled with a lot of senseless violence, gore, and even some cannibalism. The plot of this movie is not great. Most, if not every, post-apocolyptic films are the living vs. the un-dead; this movie is the living vs. the living. So some parts of the movie do not make a lot of sense. Great film for guys to watch with their buddies, not with their girl friend.
What's great about it: Excellent Fight Scenes
What's not so great: Bad Plot
I would recommend this to a friend!
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