The Holiday

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As a pleasant dose of holiday cheer, The Holiday is a lovable love story with all the Christmas trimmings. In the capable hands of writer-director Nancy Meyers (making her first romantic comedy since Something's Gotta Give), it all begins when two successful yet unhappy women connect through a home-swapping website, and decide to trade houses for the Christmas holiday in a mutual effort to forget their man troubles. Iris (Kate Winslet) is a London-based journalist who lives in a picture-postcard cottage in Surrey, and Amanda (Cameron Diaz) owns a movie-trailer production company (leading her to cutely imagine most of her life as a "coming attraction") and lives in a posh mansion in Beverly Hills. Iris is heartbroken from unrequited love with a cad of a colleague (Rufus Sewell), and Amanda has just broken up with her cheating boyfriend (Edward Burns), so their home-swapping offers mutual downtime to reassess their love lives. This being a Nancy Meyers movie (where everything is fabulously decorated and romantic wish-fulfillment is virtually guaranteed), Amanda hooks up with Iris's charming brother Graham (Jude Law), and Iris is unexpectedly smitten with Miles (Jack Black), a super-nice film composer on the downside of a failing relationship. --Jeff Shannon

Extras from The Holiday

First Look Featurette
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Film Clip: "Sushi for Two"
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Wow!.......2007-09-09

Great plot, wonderful actors, and I do hope to see a sequel or something similar. It is defiantly worth keeping!

Holiday ... Celebrate.......2007-08-24

Madonna sang once "holiday, celebrate, if you took a holiday, some time to celebrate, it would be ..it would be so nice." Holiday is more than nice, it is superb romantic comedy, about two modern ladies who do the geographic cure by swapping houses to get over broken hearts.

Iris is a London journalist who is in love with Jasper, a selfish columnist who is engaged but wants to have his cake and eat it too. Amanda is a Hollywood trailer producer who just ended yet another relationship with her cheating semi live-in boyfriend. When the two women connect on a house swap site to get away from it all they find themselves in unexpected romances.

Once they arrive at their polar opposite locations love finds them. Iris connects with film score composer Miles whose as decent as Jasper is awful. Iris also befriends a legendary Hollywood writer named Arthur who tells her to be the leading lady by having her watch movie of strong women characters.

Amanda falls head over heels with Iris' brother Graham whose nursing his own broken heart after being left a widowed single father. As they live two different lives the ladies find parts of themselves that had gone missing a long time ago.

A similar movie with an almost identical plot line is Tara Road starring Andie MacDowell.

Tara Road (2005)

Good movie!.......2007-08-19

I thought this movie was wonderful. Although, I have to mention that it made a bigger impact on me after the second viewing. I thought the 4 main characters played their roles wonderfully. I'd have to say that this movie is now roaming towards the top of my favorite list!

It's like George Lucas directed this skunk........2007-08-15

What can a red-blooded, married American male say about "The Holiday"? What started out as perhaps an interesting plot idea - two people switch houses and find happiness in each other's lives - quickly took a left turn. My wife sticks this thing into the DVD player and about two minutes later I was already beaten down by the corny dialogue and terrible wooden acting. Now, I can appreciate a good chick-flick as much as the next guy. I kinda like "Father of the Bride", "Legally Blonde", even "Sleepless in Seattle". But this thing stinks to high heaven.

Every one of the main actors was as bad as Jake Lloyd in "The Phantom Menace" (Yipee!), and Diaz was especially atrocious. I can only assume that George Lucas had some hand in this, since Winslet, Law, and Black are usually really fun to watch. Maybe they suffer because of the ridonkulous lines they had to deliver. It's like watching a Sweet Valley High book played out on film.

Go spend your money on something better than this. Like a junior-high production of "Death of a Salesman".

Pleasant Surprise!.......2007-08-06

I watched "The Holiday", not expecting much, but I found myself just loving this flick! It was so entertaining that I didn't want it to end. And it's just as good on the second and third viewings. A fun and lighthearted movie with a terrific cast, all!

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The movie I loved before I even liked movies.
we love this film!
classic
Pixar's First and Best To Date!
Toy Story

Toy Story (10th Anniversary Edition)
Starring: Tom Hanks , Tim Allen , Don Rickles , Jim Varney , and Wallace Shawn
Director: John Lasseter
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ASIN: B0009MAO46
Release Date: 2005-09-06

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There is greatness in film that can be discussed, dissected, and talked about late into the night. Then there is genius that is right in front of our faces--we smile at the spell it puts us into and are refreshed, and nary a word needs to be spoken. This kind of entertainment is what they used to call "movie magic," and there is loads of it in this irresistible computer animation feature. Just a picture of these bright toys reawaken the kid in us. Filmmaker John Lasseter thinks of himself as a storyteller first and an animator second, much like another film innovator, Walt Disney.

The 10th anniversary edition of the landmark film repackages most of the extras found in the original Ultimate Toy Box set plus a few more. Two keen retrospectives are new, one with an assortment of talents including Roy Disney and Peter Jackson chiming in on the film's impact. The other is a roundtable with Lasseter and three of the creators simply talking about the experiences without--thankfully--any cutaways to noisy film clips. There's a load of other extras since the Ultimate Toy Box was one of the first and best DVD sets. Missing (besides the second film, which will be released separately) is the effects- and music-only tracks. Added is a whopping DTS soundtrack along with a remixed Dolby 5.1 track. The DVD has a higher transfer bit rate for a better picture, but only high-end enthusiasts will notice it. Since the film is a digital-to-digital transfer, both versions are eye-popping. A must-have set unless you have the Ultimate Toy Box.

Lasseter's story is universal and magical: what do toys do when they're not played with? Cowboy Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks), Andy's favorite bedroom toy, tries to calm the other toys (some original, some classic) during a wrenching time of year--the birthday party, when newer toys may replace them. Sure enough, Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) is the new toy that takes over the throne. Buzz has a crucial flaw, though--he believes he's the real Buzz Lightyear, not a toy. Lasseter further scores with perfect voice casting, including Don Rickles as Mr. Potato Head and Wallace Shawn as a meek dinosaur. The director-animator won a special Oscar for "the development and inspired application of techniques that have made possible the first feature-length computer-animated film." In other words, the movie is great. --Doug Thomas

The Pixar Feature Films

Toy Story, 1995
A Bug's Life, 1998
Toy Story 2, 1999

Monsters, Inc., 2001
Finding Nemo, 2003
The Incredibles, 2004

Description

Experience a hilarious fantasy about the lives toys lead when they're left alone. Woody (Tom Hanks), an old-fashioned cowboy doll, is Andy's favorite. But when Andy gets Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) for his birthday, the flashy new space hero takes Andy's room by storm! Their rivalry leaves them lost with a toy's worst nightmare -- Sid, the toy-torturing boy next door. Woody and Buzz must work together to escape, realizing along the way that they've got a friend ... in each other! Now, in a magnificent special edition, TOY STORY shines even brighter. With an all-new enhanced picture and a spectacular home theater mix as well as exclusive bonus features, including deleted scenes and a retrospective special with director John Lasseter, this modern classic is one you'll enjoy to infinity and beyond.

Customer Reviews:

The movie I loved before I even liked movies........2007-08-29

I remember 12 years ago when I first saw "Toy Story." As for "Pocahontas" being my first movie I saw in theaters and enjoyed it, I could enjoy "Toy Story" even more. "Toy Story" really got me into loving movies, and I even think that Buzz Lightyear is so cool, I like yelling out "To infinity and beyond" as a kid.

"Toy Story" is the first computer animated film of its own kind, and it's not just one great animated movie, it's an excellent movie to begin with. And after making "Toy Story" and people enjoying it, even animators, animators really want to make computer animated movies like that. Honestly, so would I.

"Toy Story" tells the story of the toys in Andy's room. Woody (Tom Hanks) has always been Andy's favorite toy. Until one day, Andy gets a really cool space ranger toy named Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) for his birthday. When Andy starts loving Buzz Lightyear even more than he loves Woody, the toys have a fight.

So one night, Andy decides to take Woody to Pizza Planet initally trying to take Buzz Lightyear. Eventually, the two come up and wind up getting lost. Unfortunately the next door neighbor, Sid, finds them and takes them home with them. Sid loves torturing toys for fun, and winds up torturing Woody and Buzz. So the two have to make a plan to escape the house.

The DVD comes with a variety of special features. Too bad that there's no animated short film "Tin Toy," which is the biggest problem of all. But hopefully, we'll see that animated short film in the Pixar Short Films Collection Volume 1 DVD where all the Pixar short films appear. But you get a nice home theater sound on this DVD.

However, the DVD comes with a video of "The Legacy of Toy Story," where animators and filmmakers talk about how they reacted when they first saw "Toy Story." I remember seeing Chris Wedge (director of "Ice Age" and "Robots"), George Lucas (director of "Star Wars"), Brad Bird (writer/director of "The Incredibles") and Peter Jackson (director of "The Lord of the Rings.") You can also see Leonard Maltin, Tom Hanks and Tim Allen as well talking about how much they loved the movie. You can also get "Filmmaker's Reflect" where the Pixar animators talk about what it's like making "Toy Story."

There's a game called "The Claw" where you can move the Claw around to pick up something and what can be sort of annoying is the aliens talking about respects to the claw, but I don't mind that. I also enjoyed seeing a sneak peek for "Cars" on the thing, and when I first bought this DVD when it was released, I was very happy with not only just the movie, but the special features as well, and enjoying seeing a sneek preview for "Cars," which I have now a passion for.

The animation is excellent. "Toy Story" brought in one of the first techniques of filmmaking, which is computer animation, and that's the film's strength for the movie. And that's also what Pixar's strength is in making the movie.

Overall, "Toy Story" is an excellent movie and an excellent DVD. If you love this movie, I recommend you buying this DVD.

we love this film!.......2007-08-24

this has always been a family favorite and now its our to watch whenever we want!

classic.......2007-08-23

who wouldn't love toy story? My children 4yo, 2yo, and 9mo loves this movie (even I love it). When I play this movie they sit and watch it like it's the first time they've seen it. My 4yo and 2yo loves to pretend play so they mimic the characters in this movie. Although there were certain words that were used in this movie that I do not approve of like: idiot, stupid, shut up. Overall it's a good movie

Pixar's First and Best To Date!.......2007-06-26

TOY STORY is one of those classic movies that should be around for generations. Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear and Cowboy Woody are two of the most lovable and fully developed animated characters ever created. The movie is hilarious throughout though there are also many poignant moments (like Buzz's "I Will Go Sailing No More" song). Many talented actors contributed their voices most notably Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Jim Varney, John Ratzenberger and Don Rickles and the movie includes three memorable songs - "You Got a Friend", "Sailing No More" and Strange Things. And like all good stories it has some important themes including the meaning and value of friendship. Nothing scary for the little ones except perhaps some brief scenes of mutated toys and Syd's threatened violence toward Woody. This is a clever movie with heart that everyone should see.

Toy Story.......2007-06-12

A boy named Andy had a cowboy doll named Woody . Andy loved and had a good time with Woody ,until Andy's birthday . Andy's mom decided they were going to move . Andy got many toys even a Buzz Lightyear action figure for his birthday and everything changed . Andy stopped playing with Woody, and all of the posters , wallpaper, and many other things changed too. Everything changed into Buzz Lightyear.
Woody got angry , so he pulled a trick on Buzz . Buzz had to dodge a globe and flying thumbtacks and he had to jump out of the window. All of Andy's other toys blamed Woody. They said he pushed Buzz out of the window.
Andy's mother took Andy, his little sister, and Woody to Pizza Planet. Woody found Buzz in the car. Buzz was very mad, too. They stopped at the gas station. Wood and Buzz tustled out of the car and began to fight. Andy's car drove away and left them there, luckily they hopped into the Pizza Planet truck. They were driven to Pizza Planet where they find Andy, but Buzz has a different idea. Buzz and Woody hop into a crane game. Six, the crazy neighbor wins an alien, Woody, and Buzz in the crane machine and takes them home.
Six gets a big firework in the mail and attaches the rocket to Buzz. Woody and Sid's broken toys help Buzz out. They miss Andy's car but they get into the moving truck. Sid's dog, Scud, takes Buzz away but Woody takes Andy's remote control car and finds Buzz.. They race for the moving truck but the race car runs out of battery, so Buzz lights the firework and Woody and Buzz go flying in the air and land right into Andy's car. Andy finds them and they all live in a new home together as friends.
I love this movie. This has been my favorite movie since I was little. I think it is a very good movie for all ages to enjoy. I love all the adventures of Woody and Buzz.
I recommend this movie for people of all ages and people who love thrilling adventures.

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Classic Bill Murray!
Great Memory
Murray is the one...
Plenty of truly funny moments, plus it has some heart
Great camp

Meatballs (Special Edition)
Starring: Bill Murray , Harvey Atkin , Kate Lynch , Russ Banham , and Kristine DeBell
Director: Ivan Reitman
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ASIN: B000OMD3K8
Release Date: 2007-06-05

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Decades before he was winning accolades for his work in Lost in Translation and Rushmore, Bill Murray was making moviegoers snicker with his breakthrough comedy Meatballs. This film--which was released theatrically in 1979--stars a 29-year-old Murray as a horny camp counselor named Tripper Harrison, who is just barely more mature than the kids he's looking after. Tripper seems like a screw up because he is, but the audience sees soon enough that he has that proverbial heart of gold, which is offset by an acerbic tongue. Looking over one of the unhappy children in his charge, Tripper says, "You must be the short, depressed kid we ordered." Camp North Star isn't the type of destination kids dream about during the school year. As envisioned by director Ivan Reitman (who would again collaborate with Murray in Ghostbusters), it's a place where kids do their time until their parents let them return home. But in his own way, Tripper makes it a fun place for the kids to learn about the opposite sex and get a feeing for competition. Unlike Little Darlings, the coming-of-age camping film starring Kristy McNichol and Tatum O'Neal that was released a year later, there really isn't a strong moral to this film. But there is a sense that thanks to Tripper's unorthodox madness, he makes Camp North Star a place that kids want to return to the following year. While not as self-assured as he would be in a smaller role in 1980's Caddyshack, Murray is highly likeable here as an overgrown doof.

On the DVD
In the special edition version of this DVD, the extra features include some insight into Murray, who is somewhat elusive about committing to film projects. Reitman reveals that he actually wasn't sure Murray (who wasn't a big name back then) was on board for Meatballs until he showed up for filming the first week. Interestingly enough, this comedy originally was supposed to focus its attention on several camp counselors, but Murray was so good in his role that the plot was adjusted to focus primarily on Tripper. Also included is a three-part "making of" featurette that includes insight into casting, the use of real campers because they didn't have enough money to pay for extras, and interviews with some of the cast members. --Jae-Ha Kim

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Set at a low-end summer camp and aimed squarely at a teen audience, Meatballs is a light screwball comedy that turned its low-budget Canadian roots into a very profitable box-office run. The biggest reason for the film's success is Bill Murray who stars as Tripper, the head counselor who runs things at Camp Northstar with the help of his love interest Roxanne (Kate Lynch) and the camp's director Morty (Harvey Atkins), who is affectionately known as Mickey. Camp opens with Tripper and Morty preparing the misfit counselors-in-training — Spaz, Fink, Crockett, A.L., Candace, Wendy, and Wheels among them — for the arrival of their hyperactive little charges. After settling in, kids and counselors begin their activities with a soccer game in which depressed 11-year-old Rudy (Chris Makepeace) accidentally loses the game. Cast out by the other children, Rudy runs away only to come across Tripper, who befriends the boy and makes him his running partner. Romance, sexy fun, and comic hijinx — usually with the heavy-sleeping Morty as their target — lead up to an annual Olympiad in which Camp Northstar battles the wealthier and athletically superior residents of Camp Mohawk. The challenging events include cup stacking, potato-sack racing, and a nauseating hot dog-eating contest in which the portly Fink devours his way to victory. With the two-day event tied up, it comes down to the cross-country run, in which Tripper enters Rudy. Meatballs was the first major directorial effort by multi-talented filmmaker Ivan Reitman, whose name has since become synonymous with the comedy genre.

Customer Reviews:

Classic Bill Murray!.......2007-07-05

Just an awesome movie that need to be digitally remastered. I love special edition movies. Bill Murray is just at the top of his game. The rest of the cast was great. Nobody went on to have careers like Bill, except for Kristin DeBell who did some...well...some other movies that I believe got her blackballed from Hollywood.

Great Memory.......2007-07-05

The movie itself was much as I remembered. Fun, nothing groundbreaking. It was fun to see Bill Murray's comedy character in its formative stages, with a sweetness that rarely returned thereafter. Generally innocuous enough to watch with young kids, especially those to young to grasp the concept of voyeurism.

Extras were much above the norm. Very good memories, especially from Ivan Reitman and his production crew. Well worth the expense.

Murray is the one..........2007-07-02

Meatballs is the sincere story of a group of plucky, rebellious "Counselors in Training" (or CITs, as they are known) at Camp North Star who live and learn, and learn to live with each other and the Head Counselor known as "Tripper". Unfortunately for them, "Tripper" is played by Bill Murray in his first starring role and he dominates the picture from the get-go.

For those who didn't grow up watching this film, it can be broken down into two equations;

Murray = Funny
No Murray = Not So Funny

Murray is turned loose in several scenes, such as the campfire story, the "wrestling" with Roxanne, and most insanely the "It Just Doesn't Matter" speech. To the point were you can see other actors crack up when Murray takes off. He simply takes the reigns of the movie and makes it a classic.

The CITs who are the "heart" of the film are a likable lot, though none of them really stands out. They spend little time with the kiddies it seems and lots of time horsing around, so it must be a great life they have.

Chris Makepeace is a real find as he's sympathetic without a trace of cuteness, which I thought was impossible for any young actor who's name is not Ron Howard. He went on to star in "My Bodyguard".

As for the "Special Edition" of the DVD itself, I was disappointed. The movie is presented in faux-widescreen, which is to say full screen with the top & bottom chopped off with a black band to give the illusion of widescreen. And the transfer itself is not half as good as the version I DVRed' on Showtime recently. And the audio commentary by director Ivan Reitman & screenwriter Daneil Goldberg is pretty bad when they go off-track and can't remember simple details. But the three documentary shorts are informative and well made. While I expected Bill Murray to pass, it was nice to see "Roxanne" (Kelly Lynch), "Spaz" (Jack Blum), "Fink" (Keith Knight), & "Rudy" (Chris Makepeace) talk about the film.

I dock this classic one star for the poor presentation and another star for the faux-widescreen of the film. Given that, I expect the "30th Anniversary Edition" (no doubt set for 2009) to be superior in every way, too bad we have to wait a while for it.

Tidbits:

- The comic Chris Makepeace is reading when Tripper prepares for the overnight is the Marvel Two-In-One #50: Thing vs. Thing. I know, I used to own it.

- I understand where the nickname "Hardware" comes from, but what about "Wheels"? And speaking of "Wheels", he's played by Todd Hoffman, the younger bother of Dustin Hoffman.

- When Tripper burps out, "Oh, really...really" and puts his hand to his face, it's an homage to Jack Benny.

- During the basketball game "Fink" takes a basketball to the back of his head and drops something which remains on the court. Can't be a cell phone, probably a candy bar.

- Tripper & Roxanne singing in the canoe is taken straight from a scene in the Marx Brothers' "Horsefeathers", although the song they sing is different.

- Other than the CITs, we see three male counselors, but where are the female counselors?

Plenty of truly funny moments, plus it has some heart.......2007-06-19

Although neither Jason Alexander nor Holly Hunter appeared, this movie is still an extreme camp classic enjoyable at nearly any age.

Also, did I see a young Will Ferrell in there during the hot dog eating contest?

Great camp.......2007-06-08

Wild! Camp humor, Murrey is the best head couselor! About time it was made on dvd, thank you.

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Is it Filipino New Year's---what are you people cooking?
A refreshing film!!
Hooray for Tom Jones!
Very funny classic retro movie!
THIS MOVIE IS TOPPS

Mars Attacks!
Starring: Jack Nicholson , Glenn Close , Annette Bening , Pierce Brosnan , and Danny DeVito
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ASIN: 0790731452
Release Date: 2004-06-01

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It's enlightening to view Tim Burton's Mars Attacks! as his twisted satire of the blockbuster film Independence Day, which was released earlier the same year, although the movies were in production simultaneously. Burton's eye-popping, schlock tribute to 1950s UFO movies actually plays better on video than it did in theaters. The idea of invading aliens ray gunning the big-name movie stars in the cast is a cleverly subversive one, and the bulb-headed, funny-sounding animated Martians are pretty nifty, but it all seemed to be spread thin on the big screen. On video, however, the movie's kooky humor seems a bit more concentrated. The Earth actors (most of whom get zapped or kidnapped for alien science experiments) include Jack Nicholson, Glenn Close, Annette Bening, Pierce Brosnan, Danny DeVito, Martin Short, Sarah Jessica Parker, Rod Steiger, Michael J. Fox, Lukas Haas, Jim Brown, Tom Jones, and Pam Grier. The digital video disc features an isolated track for Danny Elfman's score, as well as a few other clever and nasty little Martian surprises. --Jim Emerson

Customer Reviews:

Is it Filipino New Year's---what are you people cooking?.......2007-09-06

While searching for Pierce Brosnan films, I ran into one of my best friends who suggested this movie. He never lets me down and knows my taste (besides that he realizes I like Pierce for his looks). This movie is hysterical! What a fantastic spoof on Sci-fi! The imaginative thoughts of Tim Burton is so clear in this 1996 film! The plot is a little weak, hence the 4 not 5 stars. It's basically about Martians that come to earth supposedly in peace, but cultural misunderstandings take place and this sets the mood for the movie. The Martians kidnap and lazer attack some earthlings while they were here visiting. However, they couldn't kill Pierce Brosnan (who would want that handsome head dead)? WHAT A CAST! There are so many headliners in here it is hard to name them all. Jack Nicholson, Pierce Brosnan, Glenn Close, Annette Benning, Danny DeVito, Rod Steiger, Martin Short, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael J. Fox, Tom Jones amd Jack Black just to name a few. I couldn't stop laughing! Highly entertaining and a fun movie to enjoy! A great buy!

A refreshing film!!.......2007-06-15

A refreshing and quite funny film. I saw this film years ago on TV (or on the cinema)and have since tried to obtain a DVD of this classic film. Fortunately amazon has it. It's quite "different" (quirky), but quite entertaining. You won't be dissappointed.

Hooray for Tom Jones!.......2007-05-08

This movie has an all star cast and great visuals. There are a lot of sight gags, and the humor is timeless.

Very funny classic retro movie!.......2007-03-28

I've always loved this movie, the special effects are incredible and the cast surprised me (I didn't know Jack Black was in this movie until recently). I always liked the way they made the movie very retro looking, since it was based on trading cards from 1960's. If you're into wacky sci-fi comedies, I HIGHLY recommend Mars Attacks! It's a shame there are no extras on this DVD, but the movie is worth getting, especially at under $10.

THIS MOVIE IS TOPPS.......2007-02-02

Yes, I bought the TOPPS "MARS ATTACKS" trading cards when they first came out...and I still have them! So when this movie came out I ran to the theater to see it, expecting to be disappointed. Not so. I found Tim Burton's film to be both funny & scary, true to the spirit of the original cards & a great send off of 1950's sci-fi flicks. I consider MARS ATTACKS a classic of the genre. This is a great treat for sci-fi fans!...and I'm partial to Tim Burton's "ED WOOD" as well. Enjoy.

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Great for kids & parents!
It's not meant to be a world changer
Not the best comedy in the world, but decent enough to enjoy...
School of Rock rocks......
Study Your Rock History & Theory!

School of Rock (Widescreen Edition)
Starring: Jack Black , Adam Pascal , Lucas Papaelias , Chris Stack , and Sarah Silverman
Director: Richard Linklater
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ASIN: B00018U9G6
Release Date: 2004-03-02

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Turbo-charged comic Jack Black shakes School of Rock to its foundations, wailing with born-again metalhead passion as Dewey Finn, a guitarist who gets kicked out of a band because he grandstands too much--or, to put it another way, enjoys himself. Through an intercepted phone call, Finn gets a job as a substitute teacher for a fifth grade class at a private grade school. Neither students nor teacher quite know what to do with each other until Finn discovers that some of his young charges can play instruments; at once he starts turning them into a blistering rock & roll troupe that can crush his former band at an upcoming competition. School of Rock is silly and formulaic, but director Richard Linklater (Dazed and Confused), writer Mike White (The Good Girl), and especially Black and co-star Joan Cusack invest the formulas with such glee that the movie is irresistibly fun. --Bret Fetzer

Customer Reviews:

Great for kids & parents!.......2007-09-04

This movie is on a very short list of movies that the kids like/love and the parents also enjoy. Be prepared for language at the beginning but a great story with awesome music.

It's not meant to be a world changer.......2007-08-13

If you watch movies only for intellectual reasons, you won't like this film. I watch for entertainment purposes only!. I don't ask if this is real life or if this or that character holds up to critical scrutiny. Who cares???? I watch for enjoyment. If I wanted intellectual I'd pull out one of my old college textbooks. This is a funny movie period. Not a laugh till you cry kind but it is very funny. Jack Black plays Dewey Finn, a maybe washed up rock guitarist, with a passion. He is obsessed with classic rock and thinks anyone who isn't is brain dead. This movie is a hoot (kids kind of irked me at times though) if you like Jack Black and like to be entertained without having your head explode from trying to figure out "the meaning". Just sit back and enjoy.

Not the best comedy in the world, but decent enough to enjoy..........2007-08-13

There was a lot of hype surrounding `School of Rock' by the time I finally got around to watching it; hype that I'm not sure I really understand. Sure, parts of this film are funny, but it's never so funny that I can't hold back the laughter. In fact, for every critic and fan alike who scream this as being one of Black's greatest film roles (there was even talk back when this was released of his performance being `Oscar' worthy) I'm left a little confused because to me he's done much better than this. Black does have his moments, but it's never enough to really convince me that he's award worthy. To me it's nothing more than an amiably funny performance.

The film follows Dewey Finn, played by Black, a down on his luck guitar player who never stopped following his dream even though it left him broke, friendless and pretty much considered a loser by his peers. Being behind on his rent and jobless (recently being booted from his band) Dewey steals the identity of his roommate and takes on a sub-teaching job at a local elementary school. Dewey of course has no idea what to do with these children, that is until he finds out that they are all insanely talented musicians. Wanting to compete in `The Battle of the Bands' he decides to form a band within his classroom disguising the idea as a school project for next quarter that they are getting a leg up on.

The plot of course follows the same formula of `dork uses people, everything goes great, dork is exposed, dork learns lesson, everything is great' that most comedies of this persuasion find themselves pigeonholed into, but it's still fun. The musical numbers are by far the more entertaining scenes in the film, especially at the end when they perform at `The Battle of the Bands'.

Some have mentioned that Black steals the show, but I strongly disagree. To me it's Joan Cusack, the school principle, who steals every frame. Cusack is probably my all time favorite supporting actress. She makes even the unwatchable films worth the time. Here, as the uptight principle she is just completely on mark the whole time. She's quick witted, funny and intelligent, a brilliant actress. Sarah Silverman also adds some character as the only real villain in the film, playing Dewey's roommates battleaxe of a girlfriend. She's funny in that irritating yelling `want to sock her in the mouth' kind of way, which I didn't expect from her.

All in all this is not a bad film, it is funny, but it lacks originality, and to me Black is just not that wonderful. He serves his purpose (that of playing the dim witted idiot who learns a life lesson as well as teaches one) but any other comedian could have pulled this off, maybe even better. Black is no Ferrell or Carrey, but he does succeed in making the general public laugh, most of the time, and here is one of his more polished roles (as in not much gross humor or unnecessary crudeness) so it should appeal to most in the family. I may not completely agree with the praise heaped upon this film, but I can't argue with the fact that it did make me laugh and didn't leave me sour.

School of Rock rocks.............2007-08-11

I caught SCHOOL OF ROCK on network television and was thoroughly entertained. Jack Black stars as Dewey Finn, a down-on-his-luck rock musician who is out of work and out of excuses. Well, with a little fast talking and identity theft Finn takes the identity of his zombie roommate and assumes the role of substitute teacher at a prestigious academy. The kids he is to teach are expecting him to teach standard school subjects. Dewey, a rock musician, is not prepared to teach them anything. But, there is one subject that touches his soul--that is rock music. It turns out that several of his students are musically inclined, and they end up developing a musical ensemble, while avoiding the suspicious unlooking of an uptight school superintendent (Joan Cusak). This is pure fantasy, but, Jack Black is a terrific physical comedian [comparable, perhaps, to the late, great Chris Farley]. The kids are hilarious and come from varying backgrounds and it's wonderful to watch Dewey bring them to life with music. From what I have heard, this is one of the better Jack Black films. I think that this is definitely worth a place in your NetFlix queue. Very cute!

Study Your Rock History & Theory!.......2007-07-17

I loved this movie! It's totally fun for the whole family. There are no dull moments. Everyone is perfectly cast. Jack Black is perfection in this roll. I liked it so much I bought the soundtrack.

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The Wedding Date (Widescreen Edition)
Starring: Debra Messing , Dermot Mulroney , Amy Adams (III) , Jack Davenport , and Sarah Parish
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ASIN: B0009OL7Z4
Release Date: 2005-08-16

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If you're a fan of the frazzled comic rhythms Debra Messing plies on Will & Grace, or if you're pre-sold on the concept of Dermot Mulroney as the world's most dashing heartthrob--an idea given ample evidence here--this escapist romance may provide just enough distraction. The Wedding Date's Pretty Woman-in-reverse plot finds Kat Kat Ellis (Messing) hiring expensive male escort Nick Mercer (Mulroney) to fly to London and pose as her dashing new boyfriend at her sister's wedding so she can face the best man, an ex-fiancé who broke her heart. Non-fans of the stars or romantic comedies in general beware: there's no real chemistry or conflict, and you should alert the media if you can determine exactly when and why Kat and Nick fall in love. Mulroney has nothing to do but be sensitively suave--the film's entire running time is spent waiting for Kat to realize that Nick, hooker or no, is the best thing that ever happened to her (her father may be cinema's first dad to ever encourage his daughter to snare a gigolo while she still can). This is a relatively painless but forgettable first Date; you probably won't need a second assignation.--Steve Wiecking

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Debra Messing (TV's Will & Grace) shines in this hilarious romantic comedy about the surprising road to finding true love. Kat Ellis (Messing) is determined to attend her younger sister's wedding with a date. Rather than face the ridicule of her family and in order to show up her ex-fiance, she resorts to the Yellow Pages to find a last-minute escort, Nick (Dermot Mulroney, My Best Friend's Wedding). His dashing good looks and quick-witted charm may win over her family. But will they win over Kat? Filled with unexpected twists and endless laughs, The Wedding Date is the one date that you'll want to keep!

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TV afternoon show for the cinema.......2007-08-17

Oh goodness... a TV style romantic comedy for the cinema. The plot is really far fetched. American airline employee employs a gigolo and flies half way round the world to attend her sister's wedding. It turns out she is a British American and she tries to make her British ex-boyfriend jealous. The flim makers can't make up their mind to make a British romantic comedy or an American one. 4 Weddings and A Funeral was set in the UK only so situations are really British. This one is like 4 Weddings and A Funeral mixed with Pretty Woman (only things this time its a he). The story could have turned out better if either it was set entirely in the UK or in the US. Gotta logoff... got to recover from the 90 min jaglag from this movie.

I love this movie!.......2007-07-22

Dermot Mulroney is sexy and very suave! Debra Messing is great! There is great chemistry between the two of them. Watch for the scene with them outside the pub: it's delicious! Definitely a chick-flick! A good one, at that!

Cheesy chick flick.......2007-07-03

It's a cheesy chick flick with a somewhat twist on Pretty Woman. It's not the best movie in the world but still an enjoyable way to spend a few hours.

Wonderful Movie.......2007-05-29

I bought The Wedding Date because of the music. It is wonderful. It is a very well done movie and one people can relate to. Debra Messing is one of my favorite actresses and Dermot Mulroney is so handsome and has become one of my favorite actors.

no happy face.......2007-05-15

the packaging was as usual but on the first play, it began freezing at the same place. I viewed it on my computer media player, 4 month old computer which I clean and maintain every week.

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SUPERMAN IS AWESOME!!!
"You, you've got me? Who's got you?"
This Is My Favorite Movie Of All Time
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Superman is fantastic flying fun!

Superman - The Movie
Starring: Vass Anderson , Harry Andrews , Ned Beatty , Marlon Brando , and Jackie Cooper
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ASIN: B000059Z8J
Release Date: 2001-05-01

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Richard Donner's 1978 epic about the Man of Steel showed how a film about a superhero could be a moving and romantic experience even for people who long ago gave up comic books. Beginning on the icy planet Krypton, the story follows the baby Kal-El, whose rocket ship lands in Smallville, Kansas. He is found there by a childless couple and raised as the shy Clark Kent (the young Kent is played by Jeff East). The film is perhaps most touching in these sequences, with expanses of wheat fields blowing in the wind and with a young man who can't figure out what part in destiny his great powers are meant to play. The second half, with Reeve taking over as Clark/Superman, is bustling, enchanting (the scene in which Superman flies girlfriend Lois Lane--played by Margot Kidder--through the night sky is great date material), and funny, thanks largely to Gene Hackman's sardonic portrayal of nemesis Lex Luthor. --Tom Keogh

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SUPERMAN IS AWESOME!!!.......2007-07-17

Superman the Movie is Terrific! It's funny,full of tricks,and very entertaining. All the actors give perfect performences. If you love this movie you will enjoy Superman 2 and Superman Returns.

"You, you've got me? Who's got you?".......2007-07-03

I've never really been that fussed about seeing this film before - as a child (OK, and now) I was mad about Lois & Clark: New Adventures Of Superman, with Dean Cain & Teri Hatcher, and am now collecting the DVDs. (I've never seen Smallville yet - probably not a good idea to get started on that one, I've still got loads of others to watch.) People have always said, the first actor you see playing a certain role, will never compare to anyone else. Up until now, I didn't think anyone but Dean Cain could play Superman.

How wrong I was. After watching this film (and buying Superman II and Superman Returns), I have to say I love Christopher Reeve as Superman. Not only does he fill the suit rather well, he's hotter than Dean Cain (can't believe I once spent a "Bring Your Daughter To Work Day" trawling the internet at my Dad's work looking for photos of him!), and he brings a whole new dimension to the character of Clark Kent. With Dean, he was just a guy in glasses, with almost exactly the same hair. Christopher turns Clark into a bumbling idiot, who seems to be out of sorts with everything around him, and parts his hair on a different side, whether he's Clark or Superman.

I certainly hope the second movie starts with more of a bang than this one did. Just over an hour before we actually get to see Christopher as Superman. I hated the beginning, and really was going to switch it off, but thankfully, I didn't. It was just way too much, and what Marlon Brando got paid was absolutely shocking. He got paid $3.7 million, and as if that wasn't enough, he also got a percentage of the profits for playing Jor-El for 12 (TWELVE) shooting days. The fee (plus the percentage) also covered the sequel, which was being simultaneously shot with the original. He didn't appear in the sequel however, as he was involved in a lawsuit over non-payment of his profit-participation for the original movie. He ultimately received about $14 million for his ten minutes on film. ($14 MILLION).

I wasn't keen on Margot Kidder's interpretation of Lois Lane. I loved Teri Hatcher's version of the character, but wasn't so keen on this one. She seemed to scream at every opportunity, and certainly played the traditional damsel in distress character, which was very grating. Teri certainly didn't do that - she gave Lois Lane (to put it politely) balls, who didn't need a guy in tights to save her.

The film was excellent, and I was shocked at the quality of the CGI, during the flying sequences - but in a good way. I seriously expected the CGI to be worse than it was, particularly for a film made in 1978. I only noticed the CGI a couple of times, but I've seen it a lot worse in other films. I was very impressed, as I was expecting to notice it a lot.

Christopher Reeve certainly had talent, and it showed in this. He's so hot too! It's such a shame what has happened since, and it still makes me sad thinking about it. In my opinion, he's definitely the best Superman, and I doubt that will change when I watch Superman Returns. (Although Brandon Routh could have been his twin, they look pretty similar!)

Overall, I was really impressed with this film, although I think it could have been better in parts, but Christopher's performance more than makes up for that. I look forward to seeing the second, and then I might make a decision about the third & fourth. But then again, I might just buy it for Christopher. He's definitely hot. Even if he does wear tights, and his underwear on the outside.

This Is My Favorite Movie Of All Time.......2007-06-27

This is, in my opinion, the best film ever made. Period.. OMG! The casting is PERFECT! The direction is PERFECT! The music is PERFECT! The cinematography is PERFECT(Geoffrey Unsworth had to shoot the film in soft focus so that all the cutting edge, state-of-the-art effects would meld together)! The acting is PERFECT! The writing is PERFECT! And as far as the theatrical cut is concerned the editing is PERFECT! This film is just plain magical in every way possible. Maybe you had to be there, well I was, therefore I know what I'm talking about, believe me. I had the Superman poster of him(Christopher Reeve) pointing up at the sky on my bedroom door, o.k.! I had the Superman doll from the movie that came with a Superman t-shirt, o.k.!
This movie was spectacular, realistic and a lot of hard work went into it by numbers of people. The hard work shows, as the result is better than anyone could have imagined.
This film brings to life, in the most PERFECT way possible at the time, the comic book character Superman. The casting of Christopher Reeve couldn't have been more PERFECT! The believable emotion and humanity that he brought to the role is immeasurable. Richard Donner knew what he was doing and it is remarkable that the film turned out as well as it did with the producers he had.
The film covers the origins of Superman up to his first adventure up against his arch nemesis Lex Luthor(brilliantly played by Gene Hackman). He starts his job at the Daily Planet as mild mannered reporter Clark Kent. Is introduced to Lois Lane and Jimmey Olsen by Perry White on his first day. The rest is history. The adventure began and it was wonderful, a glorious debut of a franchise. It also began my love affair with Margot Kidder(as Lois Lane). I so fell in love with her watching this film, and have been ever since. No woman can match up to what Margot is to me, did I forget to mention that she's PERFECT in the film?
I've often wondered what makes "Superman :The Movie" so credible and loved. I think I've figured it out. Any film, with a cameo by such a well known(then) film critic as Rex Reed, has to be good. Between Rex and John Williams' majestic score, Richard Donner and Tom Mankiewicz' vision, some(for the time) cutting edge effects, and some really great performances it had to be great, and it's even better than that. I just LOVE this film, it makes you feel so good when you watch it, most likely I feel this way for nostalgic reasons, but so be it. Avoid "Superman Returns" at all costs and stick with the REAL Superman, the ONLY Superman, Christopher Reeve. This is the best film based on a comic book EVER!

Great Seller!.......2007-06-13

The movie was exactly as advertised, great price, and the delivery was much faster than I'm used to with online purchases.

Superman is fantastic flying fun!.......2007-05-06

The best thing about this movie are the opening credits! When I saw this movie nearly 30 years ago I was awe struck at the opening. The movie is first rate with first rate performances by Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Margot Kidder and of course Christopher Reeve.I enjoyed Superman I and II but didn't really care for the two other Superman movies. Don't get me wrong..Christopher Reeve is a wonderful actor and we miss him but the last two didn't have much of a plot. Superman I was and still is good high flying fun for everyone!!

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80's Tragedy
NOT AS GOOD AS I REMEMBERED!
O.K!

Less Than Zero
Starring: Andrew McCarthy , Jami Gertz , Robert Downey Jr. , James Spader , and Tony Bill
Director: Marek Kanievska
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ASIN: B00005V9IH
Release Date: 2002-03-05

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In a spellbinding dramatic performance, Robert Downey, Jr. portrays Julian, a Beverly Hills brat who has it all: looks, charm, smarts, a rich father and a drug habit. His friend and girlfriend (Andrew McCarthy and Jami Gertz) are trying to help, but Julian's world is crumbling so fast, he might take them out with him. The result is a powerful and compelling story of three kids who started out with everything and are about to wind up with Less Than Zero.

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Dreary, pointless late-'80s novel by literary poseur Bret Easton Ellis focused on listless, shiftless, drug-sniffing, sex-swapping, dead-end California teens with too much money and time on their hands. Which just about sums up this movie, though it's not nearly as interesting as that. This is mostly due to the ridiculously cleaned-up script and lifeless direction, which whitewashes the baser depravity and replaces it with perversion-lite and fashion shows. It doesn't help that director Marek Kanievska is saddled with Brat Pack lesser (make that least) lights Andrew McCarthy and Jami Gertz. The only things that lift this film above the muck are the performances by James Spader as a particularly heinous drug dealer and Robert Downey Jr. as a rich-kid addict with no self-control. --Marshall Fine

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Shock value?.......2007-09-11

Less Than Zero was a film I've heard people say was powerful, meangingful, and deeply moving so I decided to watch it one evening. I was less than impressed with this "drug" film, Robert Downey Jr., is over the top and Jami Gertz well who said she could act? The only performance worth a damn is Andrew McCarthy, he actually cares about his snobby, heartless friends, I always thought McCarthy was highly under-rated. This film goes absolutely nowhere, it's mudane, tries to be glamourous, and it's boring to look at. If you want a real and profound film about the ugly and dangerous world of drugs, I would check out Requiem for a Dream. Stay away from this uninspired mess!

From one who lived it..........2007-09-03

If you were there...at all...in the cocaine-driven LA 80s...you know that this film hits the mark, despite what most critics have said. Perhaps having watched a friend go down in flames just like Julian as well makes it all the more poignant for me. And I have to admit...I'm not crazy about Jami Gertz' performance or persona--she wouldn't have gotten a second look back then, at any of the clubs. But the storyline, as rewritten for clarity by the screenwriter from the far less coherent book, is spot on. We came, we saw, we had sex and snorted (or...some of us did) in the bathroom...and we died of chronic overboogie 'way too young and 'way too often. The Eagles song "Life in the Fast Lane" was our anthem. And this movie tells you why.

80's Tragedy.......2007-08-31

For it's day Less Than Zero was breakthrough. The test of time however, makes it "broken." To see these star's early work was the most redeeming factor, then look at where they all are now. The tragic story of drugs ruining lives, friendships, families, perhaps was a newer concept back then? Having lived in the 80's (or lived through) one could possibly relate to the moral of the story that drugs bring bad fashion to the level of beyond Popular & less of a statement of expression. The life of the lead Robert Downey Jr. in the film became real. "Art immitating life & Life becoming less than artful." A foreshadowing of his future sans film. Although I happen to think Downey can truly act on some level worth watching. James Spader was his typical self (see Boston Public this season). Still Standing (CBS) was a winner tho with showing that mother's younger days of bad hair & Coke. All in all it was a romp through the blast from the past era. The best part is when Downey barfs after Supposedly being FORCED to give oral sex to other men to pay off his debt. Can we say TYPE CASTING? Altho, I do believe he's never been forced to give oral sex to any man rather eagerly engages in it til he gets it right. The soundtrack was however memorable & for these things is worth keeping in one's collection, if nothing more than to remind us of Hollywoods use of POOR RICH KIDS GONE WRONG. The character played by the CORVETTE did the best job. The angst of the final scene made it a complete comedy. How far we have come ........

NOT AS GOOD AS I REMEMBERED! .......2007-07-07

I give this film credit for not being just another "80's teen" movie. This film is not a comedy and is really a downer. The likable cast is very familiar,as we have seen them many times before in light "high school 80's" comedies. James Spader who normally plays a snobby rich kid(at least back in those days) portrays a cold hearted drug dealer and Robert Downey Jr. portrays a kid with a serious freebase or crack addition(sounds like his real life) who gets into a big debt with the drug dealing Spader. The performances are OK. but Downey has the best performance in this flick by far. The DVD transfer looks pretty good and there are some trailers for the film.

O.K!.......2007-04-13

I think what mostly has a lot of people frustrated about this movie (myself included) is that it's exactly opposite from the book. With that being said, I think they also wanted to somewhat bring some resolution to the movie that wasn't in the book. I guess I'm torn in this review for the simple fact that even though I know this movie is not like the book, I still didn't altogether hate it (I didn't love it either). Don't get me wrong, they seriously twisted the details as far as the way the book actually goes, but in the book nothing is solved. The same way you start at page 1 is the same way you'll end up at page 200. This movie is sad and depressing, and that's exactly what the book is, but the movie would've been better if they wouldn't have deliberately changed so much. In the book, Clay wasn't the hero, he was an addict too. Secondly, this movie focuses only on Julien's addiction, but Julien isn't even in the book until the end. Thirdly, the real slap in the face to the fans is that Julien..DOESN'T DIE! Don't get me wrong, I guess with the movie they wanted to bring forth a resolution while emphasizing not to do drugs because this is ultimately what your life could be. It just didn't manage to impress any fans of the novel though. I must admit the one good thing this movie did have going for it was James Spader. James Spader was definitely in his comfort zone though seeing as how he played the bully/bad guy in all of the movies he did in the 80's. It doesn't matter he still rocked it though. Ultimately, I see the statement they were making with the movie, but I guess I could've appreciated it more if they stuck to the story. I guess the best advice I can give is to judge this movie on it's own terms. If you avoid the book you'll like the movie. If you've already read the book, then you should avoid the movie because it will only make you angry.

Superman II - The Richard Donner Cut [Blu-ray]

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Darker, serious Superman II as the way it should be seen
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superan 2 in the original version!!!!

Superman II - The Richard Donner Cut [Blu-ray]
Starring: Ned Beatty , Marlon Brando , Jackie Cooper , Sarah Douglas , and Gene Hackman
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ASIN: B000K4X5XK
Release Date: 2006-11-28

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Warner Brothers Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut (Blu-ray)
The Version You Have Never Seen!
Unwittingly released from "Phantom Zone" imprisonment, three super-powered Planet Krypton criminals (Terence Stamp, Sarah Douglas and Jack O'Halloran) plan to enslaveEarth - just when "Superman" (Christopher Reeve) decides to show a more romantic side to Lois Lane (Margot Kidder). Gene Hackman (as Lex Luthor) alsoreturns from the first film and with a top supporting cast, witty Richard Lester direction and visuals that astound and delight. "Superman II" saves the day any day you watch it.

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The Richard Donner cut of Superman II is an infamous legend come to life. Director Donner shot most of the sequel at the same time as his first blockbuster film, but somewhere along the line, the producers and studio lost confidence and brought in Richard Lester (The Three Musketeers) to rework the film, and receive sole credit. For years fans speculated on how different the final film was from Donner's original until an underground copy appeared showing a fully formed feature. In an unprecedented move, Warner Brothers officially embraces this alternate version. For those who have not been part of the rumor mill, know that Donner shot all the footage with Lex Luthor (Gene Hackman). You can find blow-by-blow descriptions of what is new/changed elsewhere, but most of the changes deal with Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder as the comic-book couple. Donner's cut provides alternate scenes for how Lois tests her hunch that Clark is Superman, the moment he reveals his identity, and how Lois unlearns that truth. Thing is, Lester's reshots are stronger, adding weight to the romance between the two, lifting the picture's stature. Lester also added the dandy Eiffel Tower opening. Donner's chief additions are in the Fortress of Solitude, where Marlon Brando returns to teach (Susannah York, as Superman's mom, appears in the Lester cut).