There are several occasions when this rousing Australian thriller from 1987 should have ended with a well-placed shot from a speargun or a stronger knot of rope, but you don't think about these small details when you're being scared out of your wits. In a role that catapulted her to international stardom, Nicole Kidman plays a young wife who has joined her husband (Sam Neill) on a yachting trip to recover from the tragic death of their son. Far out to sea, they encounter a sinking ship with one survivor (Billy Zane, 10 years before Titanic) but inviting him aboard turns out to be a very bad mistake. While Neill attempts to salvage the sinking boat, Kidman is fighting for her life against the psychotic Zane--a villain so creepy that you eagerly look forward to his demise. By the time that moment arrives director Phillip Noyce has resorted to a typical slasher-movie climax (proving that no boat should be without a flare gun) but until then Dead Calm is a nail-biting thriller that's guaranteed to keep you in a state of nail-biting suspense. --Jeff Shannon
TT 2010 Review
The Official Review of the 2011 Isle of Man will be packed with jaw-dropping action from around the legendary 37.73-mile road course, plus all the usual interviews, behind-the-scenes access and bonus features.The 2011 TT promises to be one of the most competitive ever, with top riders and leading teams lining up to take on the challenge.Ian Hutchinson, who made history in 2010 by winning all five solo races, is back, but this year he isn’t riding for Honda. Instead, he is leading the Yamaha charge as the Japanese manufacturer celebrates 50 years of racing at the TT.The great John McGuinness also returns and will be looking to get back on the top step of the podium after last year’s disappointment, adding yet more victories to his 15-win tally.Former TAS Suzuki teammates Bruce Anstey and Cameron Donald, both TT winners, have new challenged for 2011 – Anstey is with Padgetts and Donald has moved to with Wilson Craig.Back in the TAS squad, Guy Martin is the new recruit – he’ll be looking to put the 170mph crash of last year behind him and finally land that elusive first TT win.Plus, Keith Amor, Michael and William Dunlop, Ryan Farquhar and Michael Rutter will be among the stars hoping to battle for victories in 2011.There’s also a wealth of talented newcomers due to line up for the 2011 TT, including short circuit ace Simon Andrews.The three-wheel racing will also be scintillating, with Austrian Klaus Klaffenbock back with Dan Sayle and determined to defend the double sidecar TT wins he scored last year.Stunning trackside and aerial camera work will be skilfully combined with the very best on-board footage to give you the ultimate view of the TT course and let you share every moment of excitement from every race.The Official Review will also include interviews with the stars, plenty of bonus material and a look at some of the off-track excitement. There’ll also be plenty of coverage of the star-studded events organised to mark the 100th anniversary of racing on the Mountain course and Yamaha’s 50th anniversary.
The Official DVD Review of the 2010 Isle of Man TT brings fans all the action and atmosphere from the world's greatest road race festival. Once again making use of the excellent footage captured by North One Television the action packed DVD review delivers a comprehensive look back at two weeks of speed and drama. With extensive coverage of Practice Week the five solo races both sidecar races and the new clean emissions TT Zero event for electric bikes the Official Review is the definitive story of one of motorsport's greatest events. In addition to edge-of-the-seat race action as the bikes reach up to 190mph blasting around the legendary Mountain Course just inches from walls houses and hedges the TT DVD features white-knuckle on-bike footage informed commentary rider interviews behind-the-scenes access and special features. The 15-times TT winner John McGuinness and Honda teammate Steve Plater lead the entry list for the 2010 TT while Cameron Donald and Bruce Anstey carry the banner for Suzuki as the manufacturer celebrates its 50th anniversary. It's an all-star cast with Michael Rutter Ryan Farquhar Guy Martin and many more challenging for solo honours. Dave Molyneux already a 14-times TT winner is the man with a target on his back as the best sidecar crews in the world including drivers like Tim Reeves Ben Birchall and Klaus Klaffenbock race for honours - joined by the new team launched by five-time TT winner Nick Crowe. Plus the 2010 TT promised a mouthwatering line-up of newcomers including Hudson Kennaugh David Johnson Dan Hegarty and Brian McCormack. This is the Official DVD Review of the 2010 TT packed with essential action and heart-stopping drama.
Superbike School Disc 1 - Ready to Race Think you have what it takes to conquer a racing circuit such as Darley Moor? Then think again! Anybody can ride fast in a straight line - but can you corner at 100 mph? You may not become a racing legend after watching James Whitam's Superbike course but you will know how a Superbike star rides his bike to the limits. Follow James and the boys as he teaches them how to: Read the Circuit - Speed through Corners - Understand the Bike - Mo
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