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    February 28, 2014
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HBO Video's DVD of Cannonball Run delivers a bit more than one might expect from a budget-priced disc. For instance, the film looks and sounds better than it did in its videotape incarnation. The anamorphically enhanced widescreen image is sharp and the film has been given a punchy Dolby Digital 5.1 remix that plays up the film's witty use of music and the frequent car-chase sound effects. The Cannonball Run DVD also boasts an unexpected but welcome commentary from director Hal Needham and producer Albert Ruddy. The commentary falls prey to occasional dull spots (both men praise the actors to excess), but patient listeners will be rewarded with plenty of nifty facts. Interesting bits of trivia revealed on the commentary include how much of the budget went to Reynolds' salary and the fact that Hal Needham and screenwriter Brock Yates once participated the real-life Cannonball Run. The one downside of this disc is that it strangely lacks a trailer for the film. Despite this curious omission, the DVD edition of The Cannonball Run is guaranteed to please the film's cult following.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Classic movie. Disappointing DVD
on May 8, 2017
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Every once in awhile you're lucky enough to find a movie you thought about adding to your home collection in one of those Best Buy bargain bins, buried under 100 copies of Bridget Jones. Such was the case with Cannonball Run. Sadly the only special feature is a commentary track by the film's obscure makers and not even DeLuise or Reynolds or any other of the ensemble cast which is the only element making this extremely low budget cheesy poorly written film worth watching. There wasn't even a theatrical trailer or extended outtakes -- who wouldn't love to see a 5 minute long montage of Burt slapping Dom? Still, the $3.99 price tag and the fact that I didn't have to order it for delivery from Bestbuy.com made it worth it.
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
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This set contains every episode from the fourth season of Star Trek: The Next Generation, a run of shows that included Captain Picard escaping an attack by The Borg, and a possible Klingon civil war.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Not the best season of TNG, but still essential
on February 27, 2016
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Star Trek The Next Generation Season 4 Blu Ray's best feature is the cast retrospective bonus feature. The episodes of this season were more about character development and interaction, rather than epic battles and action. There are some gems in Season 4 that make me very happy I was able to add this season to my collection.
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
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This Insignia™ NS-PCHD335 enclosure's aluminum construction safeguards your 3.5" Serial ATA hard drive against damage, allowing external use. USB 3.0 connectivity and a plug-and-play design help make setup easy.
 
Customer Rating
2 out of 5
2
You get what you pay for
on September 18, 2015
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Insignia Enclosure is easy to use once you toil through the process of dealing with 6 small screws. If you only intend on using one drive and not rotating others, this would be ok. However, I have multiple drives that I wanted to rotate through this enclosure, so the design makes it a hassle. Also, there's no ventilation or internal fan, and this enclosure tends to get exceptionally hot, so I wouldn't advise leaving it on for more than 15 minutes.
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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5
Masterpiece!
on September 5, 2015
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is one of the most beautifully shot and designed modern movies and can only be done justice through the crisp high definition Blu-Ray offers. I only wish I had 3D capability -- Fury Road is a must have for any buff's collection!!!
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
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This 23-episode collection follows the Griffin family as they contend with giant chickens, Quagmire's insatiable sexual appetite, time travel, and more. Guest voices include Cate Blanchett, Ellen Page, Ricky Gervais, and Ryan Reynolds.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Affordable laughs
on June 4, 2015
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was happy to find volume 11 on sale as it was a crucial missing piece to my Family Guy collection. Decent extras with each episode such as tons of deleted scenes.
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
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Everything changed with the arrival of the Traveler. It sparked a Golden Age when our civilization spanned our solar system, but it didn't last. Something hit us, knocked us down. The survivors built a city beneath the Traveler, and have begun to explore our old worlds, only to find them filled with deadly foes.You are a Guardian of the last safe city on Earth, able to wield incredible power. Defend the City. Defeat our enemies. Reclaim all that we have lost.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Thankfully this game was reduced in price
on April 30, 2015
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I had been playing Destiny every once in a while at a friend's place and it seemed like a really fun, expansive game, whose entertainment value would multiply once I purchased my own copy. Once I created my own character, I found a very repetitive play experience (in a much smaller world than I had thought) -- and the only remedy is offered in the form of semi-annual DLCs which will pretty much negate the generous Best Buy discount offered on the original game.
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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The third season of HBO's Game of Thrones (based on the novels of George R.R. Martin) continues to follow the War of the Five Kings on its deadly path as Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane) licks his wounds after a humiliating defeat and Robb Stark (Richard Madden) pushes for a risky offensive against the Lannisters. Meanwhile, Joffrey plans to marry Margaery (Natalie Dormer), Daenerys (Emilia Clarke) works to liberate a city whose economy is built on slavery, and Jon Snow (Kit Harington) finds his undercover mission complicated when he falls in love with a woman from the tribe living beyond the wall.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Game of Thrones Season 3 Blu-Ray is essential!
on February 6, 2015
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Like Season One and Season Two Blu-Rays, Game of Thrones: Complete Third Season is packed with beautiful bonus features and great deleted/extended scenes. Don't even bother with the DVD -- the high production value of this masterful series deserves to be witnessed only in full Blu-Ray HD glory! Can't wait to add Season 4 to my collection next week!
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Store images and HD video with this SanDisk SDSDXP-032G-A46 32GB memory card that features a 95MB/sec. transfer rate for fast storage. The SanDisk Power Core Controller delivers fast performance and reliability.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Lotsa space, great price
on November 27, 2014
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was very pleased to find these 32 GB Extreme Pro SD cards for such a cheap price at Best Buy. Until now, I'd only had 4 16 GB cards, and was unable to shoot longer than 48 minutes. No more horrible anxiety seeing that flashing SD symbol in my camera indicating that it's almost maxed out. With the 32, I'm prepared to capture continuous full HD video in almost every situation!
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
5
The Shield ruled until Breaking Bad
on September 6, 2014
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
If you haven't seen The Shield, I highly recommend this show. However, do not start with Season 5! Buy the whole series! The Shield IMO was the show which paved the way and set the standard for all the modern high production value / high drama cable series like Breaking Bad, Walking Dead, etc. The end of The Shield season 5 has the original OMG shocking moment that was only topped by The Rains of Castamere (Red Wedding) episode of Game of Thrones.
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
What's great about it: Pivotal season in The Shield saga and great price
What's not so great: the box art is different from the photographic style present on the other seasons
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Discover a world of adventure and excitement in this release featuring Planet of the Apes (1968), Beneath the Planet of the Apes, Escape from the Planet of the Apes, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, and Battle for the Planet of the Apes.
 
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5 out of 5
5
IN HEAVEN!
on September 6, 2014
Posted by: ArtieD
from West Los Angeles, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have always sought to replace my VHS PotA collection with the ultimate DVD collector's box set (the giant one that is inside either Zaius or Cornelius' head that has the complete television series, artwork, extras, etc.). However, since these sets were close to $200, that wasn't gonna work. One day at Best Buy, I come across Cornelius' familiar face on a complete theatrical Blu-Ray set for some ridiculously low price of $19.99. No brainer purchase. Besides, the T.V. series wasn't that great anyways. Glad I picked it up when I did, because the latest incarnations of this set no longer feature the gorgeous full color artwork, but rather an abstract two-tone rendering. I love this set!
My Best Buy number: 0568572704
What's great about it: Great price and it's friggin old school Planet of the Apes on Blu-Ray!!!
What's not so great: Just wish there were alternate versions of the first 3 movies as well
I would recommend this to a friend!
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