The movie that transformed Keanu Reeves into a bona fide action hero, Speed was also former cinematographer Jan De Bonts assured directorial debut. Its an almost perfect high-concept movie that lives up to its title both in the adroit choreography of the action set-pieces and Graham Yosts taut screenplay, which is admirably stripped of all padding. De Bont further heightens the excitement by his use of authentic locations as the out-of-control bus travels through, across and--in one unforgettable scene--a few feet in the air above the urban sprawl of LA. And instead of relegating the love interest to a dull subplot, here Sandra Bullock is an integral part of the action as she and her bus career around the city at 50-plus miles an hour. Even the opening credits neatly illustrate the films title, as does composer Mark Mancinas pulsing score. Sensibly, Reeves passed on the ill-advised sequel and took on The Matrix instead; both screenwriter and director have yet to do anything better than this. On the DVD: Speed is the kind of movie that was made for the DVD format, and this two-disc special edition does it full justice. The feature is presented anamorphically in its original 2.35:1 ratio with spectacularly vivid Dolby 5.1 or DTS 5.1 options. Jan De Bont provides a commentary, though his solo effort is less engaging than that of chatty producer Mark Gordon and writer Graham Yost who enjoy constantly interrupting each other. Disc 2 has lots of goodies, including mini-documentaries on the key action set-pieces with storyboards and multi-angle views of the major stunts. "Inside Speed" looks at various aspects of the production, from locations to stunts; production design and visual effects, plus reproducing all of Graham Yosts original screenplay. There are individual interviews with the director and principal stars, a short selection of extended scenes and a brief deleted one; a photo gallery, plus a promotional menu in which there is a HBO "making of" featurette, TV spots, trailers, a press kit and Billy Idols music video. In all, a satisfyingly extensive package.--Mark Walker
The most renowned Canadian classical performer of the 20th century pianist Glenn Gould remains one of the most fascinating and celebrated figures in all of music.A new retrospective of his life and work Hereafter synthesizes an incredible wealth of archival material from various sources some of it previously unreleased. Made as if narrated by Gould himself Hereafter is a landmark in filmmaking as well as a fantastic window opened to the world of one of music's true geniuses whose magic touches us from beyond the grave.A former child prodigy his piano artistry was unparalleled yet he often received less recognition as a virtuoso than as a troubled eccentric; a disconnected recluse notorious for odd habits his unique approach even extended to live performances with him slumped over the keyboard humming (sometimes singing) audibly as he played while conducting with his free hand.
The legendary Rita Hayworth sizzles with sensuality and magnetism as she sings 'Put the Blame on Mame', and delivers a dazzling performance as the enticing temptress Gilda.In the story of Gilda, Johnny Farrell (Glenn Ford) goes to work for Ballin Mundson (George MacReady), the proprietor of an illegal gambling casino in a South American city, and quickly rises to become Mundson's 'main man'. All is well until Mundson returns from a trip with his new bride, Gilda - a woman from Johnny's past. Mundson unaware of their previous love affair, assigns Farrell the job of ensuring that Gilda is a faithful wife. Fraught with hatred, Gilda does her best to antagonize, intimidate and instill jealousy in Farrel - until circumstances allow him to get even.
The long-defunct, Southern Californian band regrouped for an album, an expensive tour (expensive for ticket buyers, that is) and this televised special, which features the Eagles in performance. Laid-back but sharp and even stirring during a longish acoustic set, the guys quickly get past the nostalgia element and sound truly viable. They even make it look easy: the sight of Joe Walsh wearing glasses and sitting in almost perfect repose as he effortlessly colours old hits "Tequila Sunrise" and new material such as "Learn to Be Still" may make you wonder why you ever stashed that guitar in the attic. The band eventually gets off their stools and rocks out on "Hotel California" and other Eagles standards. All in all, it's an enjoyable and mellowing show. --Tom Keogh, Amazon.com
This 13 disc monolith of a box set brings together Superman new and old in one fantastic box set. Featuring awesome special editions of the original four films plus the 2 disc version of Superman Returns this is the ultimate compendium for the true Superman fan. The box set comprises: 1. Superman: The Movie - 4 Disc Special Edition 2. Superman II - 3 Disc Special Edition 3. Superman III - 2 Disc Deluxe Edition 4. Superman IV - 2 Disc Deluxe Edition 5. Superman Returns - 2 Disc Edition For individual synopses please refer to the individual titles.
From the best seller by Ernest K Gann (author of The High and The Mighty) Fate are the Hunter details a horrific airplane crash and, in its aftermath, the desperate attempt to discover what brought plane, passengers and crew to their fiery fate. Directed by Ralph Nelson, with superbly black-and-white cinematography by Milton Krasner, this combination of disaster movie and mystery interweaves the stories of a dogged investigator (Glenn Ford), the doomed pilot (Rod Taylor) , his bereaved girlfriend (Nancy Kwan), and the tragedy' sole survivor (Suzanne Pleshette), building to a climax of breathtaking tension.
Conners (Norton) is a former U.S. Navy Seal searching for an ancient Japanese ceremonial sword and the body of his grandfather who stole it during World War 2. With the help a computer expert (Ashana) he manges to locate the sword but the Japanese government and the ruthless Yakuza also seek the coveted prize and will stop at nothing to retrieve it. It's a battle to the finish and only one man can remain standing...
Episodes comprise: 1. Amok Time 2. Who Mourns For Adonais? 3. The Changeling 4. Mirror Mirror 5. The Apple 6. The Doomsday Machine 7. Catspaw 8. I Mudd 9. Metamorphosis 10. Journey To Babel 11. Friday's Child 12. The Deadly Years 13. Obsession 14. Wolf In The Fold 15. The Trouble With Tribbles 16. The Gamesters Of Triskelion 17. A Piece Of The Action 18. The Immunity Syndrome 19. A Private Little War 20. Return To Tomorrow 21. Patterns Of Force 22. By Any Other Name 23. The O
Stylish and sexy Fatal Attraction took audiences to terrifying new heights with its thrilling story of a casual encounter gone terribly awry. Michael Douglas plays Dan Gallagher a New York attorney who has a tryst with seductive Alex Forrest (Glenn Close) while his wife (Anne Archer) is away. Dan later shrugs off the affair as a mistake and considers it over. But Alex won't be ignored. Not now not tomorrow not ever; even if it means destroying Dan's family to keep him...
Saw - Uncut: In this uncut version of Saw the first in this terrifying trilogy the scene for unimagined horror is set when Adam (Leigh Whannell) wakes up chained in a basement along with Dr. Lawrence Gordon (Cary Elwes). Neither knows why they are there. But the terrifying truth is revealed as they slowly realise that they are pitted against one another in a cruel bloody game. Saw II: Jigsaw (Tobin Bell) the master of mind games returns to toy with a new set of victims once again chosen for their perceived lack of respect for life. His traps are crueller and even more mind bending than before. And this time the policeman (Donnie Wahlberg) on the case has more than his professional integrity at stake... Saw III - Extreme Edition: In this Extreme Edition of Saw III there are more shocks more gore more Saw than ever before in this version not shown in cinemas Jigsaw's life work is building to a jawdropping climax. With a devoted apprentice (Shawnee Smith) to assist him in his sick games two more victims Dr Lynn Denlon (Bahar Soomekh) and Jeff (Angus MacFadyen) are set their own tasks against a clock ticking inexorably towards twisted fates that even the most twisted minds could not predict.
It's Hep! It's Hot! It's Hilarious! Fabulous swing music and memorable tunes infuse this Oscar nominated film about the lives of the women behind the musicians in a famous big band. While Gene Morrison's band (the Glenn Miller Band) is on tour trumpet player Bill Abbot (George Montgomery) falls for a girl in the audience Connie Ward (Ann Rutherford). When they elope no one's more surprised than Abbot's girlfriend Jaynie Stevens (Lynn Bari). As the musicians blow hot on the bandstand their wives are engulfed in enough flammable jealousy and dirty tricks to break up the band. now Connie must prove her love for Bill as well as try to get the band back together.
An Evil Force Has Declared War.. Big-screen favorite Christopher Walken returns in a riveting performance as the menacing angel Gabriel! When the powers of good and evil again descend to Earth in a battle over mankind the only hope for survival is the unborn child of an innocent woman (Jennifer Beals). With the help of a mysterious stranger she races to protect her child and save all humanity; unless Gabriel catches her first! With edge-of-your-seat thrills and suspense this is
Franco Zeffirelli's stripped-down, two-hour version of Shakespeare's play stars Mel Gibson as a rather robust version of the ambivalent Danish prince. Gibson is much better in the part than many critics have admitted, his powers of clarity doing much to make this particular Hamlet more accessible than several other filmed versions. The supporting cast is outstanding, including Glenn Close as Gertrude, Alan Bates as Claudius, Ian Holm as Polonius, and Helena Bonham Carter as Ophelia. Zeffirelli's vigorous direction employs a lively camera style that nicely alters the viewer's preconceptions about the way Hamlet should look. --Tom Keogh
The New Addams Family: Deadbeat Relatives (2 Discs)
Dracula: Although there have been numerous screen versions of Bram Stoker's classic tale none is more enduring than this 1931 original. Towering ominously among the shadows of the Carpathian Mountains Castle Dracula strikes fear in the hearts of the Transylvanian villagers below... Illuminated by the haunting presence of Bela Lugosi as the Count Tod Browning's direction makes full use of crisp black and white cinematography to create that class chill... House Of Dracula: Dracula appears at Dr. Edelman's office on the pretense of a cure for his vampirism his real intention is the Doctor's beautiful female assistant...
The Younger family frustrated with living in their crowded Chicago apartment sees the arrival of a $10 000 insurance check as the answer to their prayers. Matriarch Lena Younger (Claudia McNeil) promptly puts a down payment on a house in an all-white suburban neighborhood. But the family is divided when Lena entrusts the balance of the money to her mercurial son Walter Lee (Poitier) against the wishes of her daughter (Diana Sands) and daughter-in-law (Ruby Dee). It takes the streng
In the autumn of 2000 Wilco entered the studio to record a highly anticipated fourth album. How was it that merely one year later that with completed record in hand the band found itself rejected by its corporate label and missing two of its members? First time filmmaker and award-winning photographer Sam Jones was on hand to chronicle this turbulent chapter in Wilco's history as it unfolded. Throughout the film Jones tempers the backstage drama and unfathomable corporate shenani
Let The Bodies Hit The Floor! August 19 2001 - San Jose California: Finally The Rock(TM) returned and history was made at the 14th annual summer classic when World Wrestling Federation'' and WCW(TM) titles were defended at the same event for the first time ever... and the bodies hit the floor! WCW Championship Booker T vs. The Rock WWF Championship Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Kurt Angle First Ever WWF vs. WCW Tag Team Championship Steel Cage Match Undertaker & Kane with Sara vs. DDP and Kanyon WWF Hardcore Championship Ladder Match Jeff Hardy vs. Rob Van Dam Chris Jericho vs. Rhyno with Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley WCW Cruiserweight vs. WWF Light Heavyweight Championship X-Pac vs. Tajiri Six Man Tag Team Match Dudle Boyz & Test vs. APA & Spike WWF Intercontinental Championship Lance Storm vs. Edge
In a poor Canadian mining village after the Second World War fragile dreamer Margaret McNeil finds a kindred spirit when a tall Celtic miner serenades her one night in a diner and follows her home. Her mother a viciously misanthropic widow who has lost both a son and husband to the mines views such displays of emotion as folly - futile and soul crushing. Against her mother's wishes Margaret marries the miner who tries to avoid the harsh mining life by getting fired and taking a
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