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DVD: rey

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114 reviews
Gene Hackman, Fernando Rey

20th Century Fox, 2005

Brutal as Brooklyn Winter
"The French Connection," (1971) opens: we quickly see Brooklyn, New York, a few days before Christmas. It's brutal: we see a sidewalk Santa shivering at his Salvation Army bucket; a man freezing his touchas off as he works a hot dog cart. Suddenly we realize they're cops surveilling a dive of a bar, as they tear their costumes off and rush inside. So begins a nonstop action thriller, one of ...

You Know My Name

21 reviews
Sam Elliott, Arliss Howard

Turner Home Ent, 2006

The Last of the Great Frontier Lawmen
Bill Tilghman was the last of the old frontier lawmen still working as a peace officer in the 1920's. At a time when Bat Masterson was a sportswriter for a New York newspaper and Wyatt Earp was a movie consultant in Hollywood, Tilghman was working as a special agent for the Governor of Oklahoma. This story picks up as he is talked into leaving that post to tackle the taming of Cromwell, ...

Rambo [Blu-ray]

227 reviews
Julie Benz, Ken Howard

Lionsgate Home Entertainment, 2008

So Awesome, I'd Like Another Please
This movie delivers everything you would expect from the Rambo series, a full out guys movie. The story is surprisingly edge-of-your-seat storyline with great special effects with Stallone looking as great as the character as he ever has. Believe me, he is awesome! If you are a fan of the Rambo series, then there is no disappoinment to be found in this movie. It has some very detailed scenes that ...

Only You

93 reviews
Marisa Tomei, Robert Downey Jr.

Columbia TriStar, 1998

5 stars for Robert Downey, Jr.
Really, if RDJ wasn't in this, I wouldn't at all be interested in seeing again, in spite of the beautiful scenery. After all, there are other movies with beautiful scenery. I saw this years ago and slightly remembered it being cute and enjoyable but it didn't make a strong enough impression on me to try to own it or see it again. However, this is post-Iron Man. I really didn't have a clue who ...

Not Without My Daughter

133 reviews
Sally Field, Alfred Molina

MGM (Video & DVD), 2001

"I want you to be a big girl"
Very brave, how a wife riske her life, to save her, and her daughter's Sally Field, once again plays a great part. I reccomend this movie to any Sally Field fan.

Jesus of Nazareth

358 reviews
Robert Powell, Anne Bancroft

Lions Gate, 2002

Brilliant
Very nice interpretation of the story of Christ's life. The blue eyes of actor Robert Powell is bright, dense and expresses both compassion and suffering borne by the Passion that contributes to the brightness of this beautiful film. "Jesus of Nazareth" has converted one of my fellow class mate. I recommend it with that of "The Passion of Christ" by Mel Gibson.

Drive-In Cult Classics - 8 Movie Set

28 reviews
Anthony James PICK UP: Jill Senter, Gini Eastwood

Navarre Corporation, 2008

Blast from the Past!
I bought this for sheer fun, not looking for an Oscar winner and thats what I got. With one exception (late 60's) these all take place in the 70's and with that you get the great music, outfits and jargon that was popular in these "Grindhouse" flics. What also is great is seeing household names like Jay North & John Savage before his "Deer Hunter" fame. Being a teen in the 70's, It was a great ...

Bad Boys II (Two-Disc Special Edition)

226 reviews
Antoni Corone, Rey Hernandez

Sony Pictures, 2003

Bad Boys 2
A great sequel. Even funnier than the 1st one. I'm hoping to see a Bad Boys 3 in the future with Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as the main focus.

Hair

125 reviews
John Savage, Treat Williams

MGM (Video & DVD), 1999

A VIBRANT FILM VERSION OF '60's BROADWAY HIPPIE HIT
My first introduction to "Hair" was the classic 1968 Broadway Cast Recording. Much later, I saw the 1979 film version on Showtime and loved it!! Years rolled by, and I saw an excellent stage production at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre (twice) and added "Hair: The London Cast Recording" to my collection. I felt the time was right to view the film version again. With eleven years between the ...

Gilda

76 reviews
Rita Hayworth, Glenn Ford

Sony Pictures, 2000

After more than sixty years Gilda is still scorching her way across Buenos Aires....
In discussions about classic cinema "Gilda" is a movie that deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as Casablanca (Two-Disc Special Edition). "Gilda" has a darker plot and the characters are not as noble, but story, cast, costumes, and music combine to create screen magic. Think of "Gilda" as a riveting Anti-Casablanca. Johnny Farrell (Glenn Ford) is an American drifter who has somehow ...

The Sea Inside

76 reviews
Javier Bardem, Belén Rueda

New Line Home Video, 2005

Simply the best...
This is a true story of a 55 year old Spanish man who is a bedridden quadriplegic. Ramon Sampedro, the former ship mechanic, was paralyzed from the neck down after a swimming mishap. After being bedridden for more than 30 years, he is determined to end his life and "die with dignity." His brother, sister-in-law, nephew and father care for him. Ramon struggles in being a burden and being ...

Nacho Libre (Special Collector's Edition)

169 reviews
Jack Black, Ana de la Reguera

Paramount, 2006

Just Great on Every Level
This movie is great on every level. Jack Black shows he's a comedy genius. Witty, smart script. Just plain fun.

Deep Blue Sea

356 reviews
Erinn Bartlett, Saffron Burrows

Warner Home Video, 1999

Strong enough to stand on its own.
Is Deep Blue Sea a Jaws rip off? I would have to say no. I think it puts an interesting enough spin on things to make it fresh. Granted the acting is kind of corny, but folks, seriously. If you're looking for drama go somewhere else. One of the best popcorn movies out there, yes the sharks look phony but who cares. I watched this again a few weeks ago and I wasn't expecting to like it again ...

Solomon & Sheba

21 reviews
Yul Brynner, Gina Lollobrigida

MGM (Video & DVD), 2008

Yul with hair!
All the bibical movies from the 50's are fun. This one is worth viewing just to see Yul Brynner with hair. Also, George Sanders is always a great presence on the big screen. Pop the popcorn and enjoy!

The Official Story (La historia oficial)

25 reviews
Héctor Alterio, Norma Aleandro

Koch Lorber Films, 2004

a heartbreaking and haunting look at Argentina's dark legacy.....
I first saw THE OFFICIAL STORY in one of the Spanish courses I took at the University of Washington. My teacher was from Argentina and the film definitely spoke to her in a distinctive way, since she was a product of that nation and knew, firsthand, the goings on of the government with "Los Desaparecidos" (The Disappeared Ones). It was a fleet of intellectuals, old people, young people, men and ...

The Forbidden Dance Is Lambada

33 reviews
Laura Harring, Jeff James (III)

Sony Pictures, 2003

Singing in the Rainforest
Care for the environment, the ozone hole, illegal immigration, safe sex, drunk driving, a villain from Texas with a drawl..."The Forbidden Dance" is a cheesy movie that's surprisingly relevant. Of course,in the spirit of "Xanadu","The Forbidden Dance" is one of those "so bad it's great" movies,and makes one wonder why it hasn't been adapted for Broadway. Yet. I was laughing within the movie's ...

Beat Street

83 reviews
Rae Dawn Chong, Guy Davis

MGM (Video & DVD), 2003

Song title & Artist
Loved this movie from start to finish, but never found out who sings the slow song that Guy Davis & Rae Dawn Chong danced to at the club that night. Does anyone know or remember?

The Naked Jungle

47 reviews
Eleanor Parker, Charlton Heston

Paramount, 2004

Wonderful Classic
This movie is in the best tradition of the romantic adventure. Heston and Parker sparkle together, and are a perfect team. Their very clashes have a wonderful chemistry, and with both stars in their prime, you couldn't ask for a more pleasing image to watch. The plot itself is classic, with enough twists to keep it interesting. I've loved this movie since I was a little girl- I've probably ...

Change of Habit

40 reviews
Elvis Presley, Mary Tyler Moore

Universal Studios, 2002

Elvis movie
This a pretty good movie not my favorite but got it to complete my collection!!!!!

When We Were Kings

96 reviews
Muhammad Ali, George Foreman

Universal Studios, 2002

greatest documentary about greatest sports figure of our time
in this viewer's eyes, ali is the greatest sports figure of our time. as i watched this powerful documentary, other sports heroes of mine -- michael jordan, lance armstrong -- faded away in comparison to the athletic skill, courage, wisdom, presence and sheer humanity of ali. focused on ali's fight against foreman in zaire, this documentary is about that and much more. it captures ali at his ...