Coach - Making Grand Slam Champions

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Making Grand Slam Champions.......2007-09-06

This DVD is NOT an instructional video. If you want to know the history of Nick Bolliteri and his academy, then this will do. But here's a warning, it was filmed in the 80's, when Andre Agassi was a teen. I was disappointed that it was not more up-to-date.

60 Minutes - Tiger Woods (March 26, 2006)

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DVD Doesn't Work
A Near Perfect Human Being
Ed Bradley On Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods DVD
Great Interview

60 Minutes - Tiger Woods (March 26, 2006)

Manufacturer: CBS
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B000GBFROM
Release Date: 2006-07-20

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In a rare interview, Ed Bradley gets inside the golf machine that is Tiger Woods. Inspired by his father and driven by his mother, Woods picked up a golf club before he could walk. Woods's desire to win is palpable, as is his enjoyment of the sport, evident when he demonstrates some unusual golf tricks. But Tiger Woods isn't just about golf; he says he wants to have kids and help kids.

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DVD Doesn't Work.......2007-01-03

I ordered one of these and a replacement and neither one would play on my DVD player.

A Near Perfect Human Being.......2006-11-20

Tiger Woods interviewed by the late Ed Bradley of 60 minutes shows the life of Tiger Woods, how he was raised and shows his candidness and frankness. I have always admired this young man since the first time I saw him. His smile alone says it all. Every child should see and hear Tiger's words on life along with their parents at least five times and some parents should watch it 10 times. Tiger Woods has turned the game of Golf upside down in style. It is impressive to see what Tiger has given back to his community and though it cost millions to Tiger, it is free to all the kids to enroll.

Tiger Woods has joined the group of great people and his story and name will live on for many, many years.

Ed Bradley On Tiger Woods.......2006-11-11

Ed bradley at his best in a smooth one on one insight into the world of tiger woods. No one interviews like Ed bradlely. Tiger is at his most comfortable and therefore his most open as he and Bradley opens doors into what motivates Tiger. Not to be missed.

Tiger Woods DVD.......2006-11-10

Unfortunately, I am unable to review the product because it was used as a gift.

Great Interview.......2006-10-30

Tiger Woods is the Greatest Golfer Ever&One of the Greatest Athletes Ever period. he has already left a lasting impression. this Interview has Tiger speaking on the Impact of His Father who passed within the past year. He talks about his Mother who didn't play that "Time Out" mess. Tiger's Mom was from the Old School. Tiger reflected on his Greatness on the Golf Course&also given back to the community&striving to help the youth. Tiger Woods is Cool a Brother. he keeps to himself&just does his job.Ed Bradley does a Great Job as always. Ed Bradley Is one of the Greatest Interviewers Ever. he has a vibe about him that is direct&Candid,but also he has that Down home folk vibe.

Down to the Bone: Seattle Poetry Slam's Grand Slam

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This Was My First Film

Down to the Bone: Seattle Poetry Slam's Grand Slam

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ASIN: B000KC8MJE
Release Date: 2006-11-02

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"Down to the Bone: Seattle Poetry Slam's Grand Slam" Director and Editor, William Brody Executive Producer, Linden Ontjes for Eleventh Hour Productions DESCRIPTION: "Down to the Bone: Seattle Poetry Slam's Grand Slam" captures a single historic slam concert in a riveting 120 minute motion picture. During Seattle Poetry Slam's 2006 Grand Slam, eight performance poets compete for a place on the team representing their hometown at the national championship. Feature performer, C.R. Avery, performs beat-box miracles and Special Showcase, Youth Speaks, schools the crowd. Poets competing include the nationally known Buddy Wakefield (two time Individual World Poetry Slam champion) and Anis Mojgani (two time National Poetry Slam Individual champion). Every competitor delivers a standout performance. See these great poets at the top of their form: Ryler Dustin, Amber Flame, Matt Gano, Rajnii Eddins, Tia-Nache` Fields, and Jeremy Richards. Daemond Arrindell and Denise Jolly hosted the Grand Slam, with music by DJ Whatever.

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This Was My First Film.......2006-12-12

Dearest Amazon Customer,

Hi, I'm William Brody, the director and editor of "Down to the Bone," and I hope you buy this DVD. All proceeds go towards supporting slam poetry in Seattle, and that means that emerging artists have the opportunity to present their work every week before audiences instead of working in silence and obscurity. The artists featured in this movie represent some of the best poets in Seattle, and are also inspirational figures to those who aspire to achieve brilliance in their own work.

This movie was made by a student crew from Seattle Central Community College's Film and Video program (the best around, I reckon), using eqipment that was mostly donated by kind and supportive individuals at my school. We had never done anything like this before, and while some critics will note our mistakes, I think you will agree that the point was the poetry, and I believe my esteemed colleagues and I achieved that very well.

The Slam happened in May, and less than month later, despite navigating a demanding class schedule at SCCC and online with the Academy of Art in San Francisco, I and my collaborators produced a final product that is worthy of the big screen. I edited everything except the end credits (that would be the handiwork of Maria Wardian, who did more editing after the project was given over to Eleventh Hour Productions), but my DP, Christian Hansen, did the color-correction, and Erick Diaz-Soto did the sound engineering. I imagine that we spent roughly over a hundred hours a week cumulatively to get this movie made - both in pre- and post-production -; and despite some technical difficulties, it was delivered on time for its premiere on 14 June, 2006 at On the House. It was not easy, but it was exhilarating, and the experience shows what motivated individuals can do when they want to accomplish an important task (there's that Army Infantry training talking).

It is hard to believe that this was originally supposed to be an internship!

"DTTB" was shot in 4:3 at 24 PA with three Panasonic DVX-100s (A & B), and a Canon XL-2 on DV tape. It was recorded on a Nagra digital deck and with on-camera audio (CR Avery's performance, y'all; it's so good, it's frightening). It was edited on my Mac G5 with Final Cut Pro employing its awesome multi-camera editing feature, which was simple to use. A 1:85 aspect ratio matte was added in post for that luscious, wide-screen look. That's right, folks: "DTTB" is HD ready!

Eighteen hours-plus worth of footage at high resolution consumed nearly all the space on my 250GB LaCie external drive, which performed amazingly under stressful conditions. At one point, I spent over 8 hours a day editing "DTTB" in the weeks after we wrapped production, which was in addition to my on-campus and online film school assignments (Dean's List and straight A's, respectively; hey, it ain't bragging if it's true!).

This was my first film, and I will always love it, warts and all, knowing that others will be cool to it, or possibly hate it. But I am betting that no matter what you think, it will compel you to talk about it and share it with your friends and neighbors (en route to them purchasing their own copies, naturally!) who love spoken word as much as I do. So, maybe it could be better, but Marcel Duchamp did say that art projects are never finished, they are simply abandoned to their fate.

Hopefully, dear reader, the fate of this movie will occupy a special place not just on your shelf, but in your heart and your mind for years to come.

Enjoy, and Best Wishes,
William Brody
Producer & Director
red white & boots/films and productions
Seattle, WA
11 December, 2006

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A Heist Thriller That's More Than the Sum of its Parts
High Crime in Rio worth a look
Haunting Moods

Grand Slam
Starring: Janet Leigh , Robert Hoffmann , Klaus Kinski , Riccardo Cucciolla , and George Rigaud
Director: Giuliano Montaldo
Manufacturer: Blue Underground
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ASIN: B000096IA2
Release Date: 2004-02-24

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A Heist Thriller That's More Than the Sum of its Parts.......2007-08-13

Late in his career Edward G. Robinson played a string of cultured, intellectual criminals who use their minds rather than their guns. "Grand Slam" allows him to reprise his "Seven Thieves" character--the academic who has turned to crime. He has a foolproof plan to steal a fortune in diamonds from a Rio bank vault during the Carnival. To reveal more would be to kill the suspense of the film. Suffice it to say that, like many Italian crime films of this period it carries a sting in the tail and leaves a bitter aftertaste. Robinson and his criminal colleagues (Adolfo Celi, Klaus Kinski, Riccardo Cucciolla, Robert Hoffmann and Georges Rigaud) are all excellent, as is Janet Leigh in her role as a bank employee whose cooperation must be obtained by hook or by crook.

High Crime in Rio worth a look.......2003-06-10

This film is a solid sixties style tour in every aspect. It is a model of a "Mission Impossible' adventure and resembles an early James Bond flick *(Thunderball) in the carnival scenes and LARGO (minus the eye patch and Spectre ring) is even in THIS picture! A professor (Edward G. Robinson) plans a jewel heist and has four experts handle the theft. All of this takes place in Rio during 'Carnival' and we are shown how professionals work together to obtain the goal. A Playboy, A Safecracker, An Electronics Expert and A Military Enforcer work as the team. There is tension and struggle here that will keep you interested and the melody of the Carnival will remain with you long after the picture is over. A neat little plot twist is included in the ending scene in Rome. Well worth the viewing, not the greatest epic ever made but certainly entertaining.

Haunting Moods.......2003-05-02

Without re-hashing the synopsis of this classic heist thriller shown above, let me say I really loved two things about this DVD: being in Rio De Janeiro in the mid 60's, and the incredible haunting music by Ennio Morricone. His soundtrack is as good or better than any other movie he scored. There is some great, haunting bossa nova music in this caper. This movie was virtually impossible to find on video. Now you can view in the clarity of DVD. This movie is worth having if you love Brazil, and want to hear some classic moody 60's music.

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One of the Best!
Very entertaining
Go for the second season! And why not third at it?
Questions left unanswered .... SPOILERS
Awesome

Princess Nine - Grand Slam (Vol. 6)
Starring: Hilary Haag , Monica Rial , Vic Mignogna , Chris Patton , and Kelly Manison
Director: Tomomichi Mochizuki
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ASIN: B00006CY4D
Release Date: 2002-10-08

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The first girls' baseball team from Kisaragi High to compete interscholastically undergoes some intensive training: coach Kido even tries to go on the wagon. When they reach the tournament semifinals, the girls find themselves facing the boys' team from their school, led by top hitter/heartthrob Hiroki. The game becomes a duel between pitcher Ryo and Hiroki, intensified by their attraction to each other. The series concludes on an upbeat note that is neither predictable nor pat. Princess Nine ranks as one of the best series for girls in recent years, with characters who are strong, capable individuals but who still exhibit human weaknesses. With any luck, the show will be continued: Ryo, Hikana, Yoki, Seira, Koharu, Yoko, Mao, Kanako, and Izumi--and Hiroki--deserve another season, at least. Rated 12 Up, but suitable for younger viewers: Alcohol use, brief nudity, minor profanity, minor violence. --Charles Solomon

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One of the Best! .......2007-03-26

I'm so happy I was able to see this anime! The story is one of the best I've seen in a long time. And you really feel the emotions of each characther. Through good times and bad times. Wonderful voice acting by the dub team. Glad to call myself a fan! =)

Very entertaining.......2003-02-13

The Princess Nine series is a great one for girls, but boys may also enjoy it. Its nice that each member of the team has their own personality and look. Ryo Hayakawa is the starting pitcher and gets accepted to the prestigious Kisaragi girls school and has to deal with a rival named Izumi who is the chairwoman's daughter and has to deal with Izumi's childhood friend Hiroki Tagusaki who falls in love with her from the moment he meets her. Its a wonderful journey from the beginning to the end. The ending is not at all predictable and the series is a real treat to see. A wonderful addtition for any fans of anime.

Go for the second season! And why not third at it?.......2002-12-29

I agree with the first reviewer. This series still has a lot of hooks without fish, and I say we go fishing. You'll hear more music, upcatching and rather deep music. They did a great job with the music and development to the characters, as well as a very original story. This places 2nd in my collection, right next to Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040, and I plan for it to keep its spot. This series deserves more, comic, more seasons, regular tv show, or something. It's a little over rated, maybe it should be for nine and up. However, they only have so many choices (All, 12+ 13+, 15+, 16+, 17+, and 18+.) I hope later on people decide to do a second season at least. As I said kinda, the characters are well developed, but still need small holes to be filled. Like what about Hikaru's family? What happened to Koharu's mom? Will Seira smack one on Coach Kido? (It's obvious she likes him). So this very much relates to the Australian review, well done. This DVD only was the best out of the seires. It's like one of those series that it's better as it goes. Over all, the whole series was fantastic. Wonderful voice overs! Speaking of which, since Kelli Cousins (Seira) is Kurumi in Steel Angel Kurumi (cutesy character) it takes a while getting used to, but I'll talk about that in a review for Steel Angel.

Sayonara, animefanatic/nene_fan2

Questions left unanswered .... SPOILERS.......2002-11-12

I sure as hell hope I'm wrong but ..... As far as I can tell,
this series never made it to a second in Japan, which baffles
me entirely. It DESERVES a 2nd AND a 3rd season.
Knowing that, there are questions left unanswered.
Who framed Yo's father ? Does the coach ever hook up with her
mother ? Other questions too .... well watch this dvd,
you'll see what I mean. Apart from that its still worth 5 stars.
The series is the next step up from the likes of Sailor Moon
and one of my favourites alongside Nadia, Love Hina and Oh My
Goddess.

Awesome.......2002-09-19

One of the VAs was kind enough to let me view her advance copy and I have to say that Princess Nine (PN) doesn't sell itself short at the end.

I won't give away spoilers (except that the series summarizes many of the playoff games), but I definitely recommend you purchase this last volume of the PN series. If you liked the other PN volumes, or are interested in the sports drama genre that is not as available in the U.S., I recommend you check this one out.

Description

Disc 1: THE JACKIE ROBINSON STORY Disc 2: EIGHT MEN OUT Disc 3: BULL DURHAM Disc 4: THE PRIDE OF THE YANKEES

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Great Baseball Movies.......2007-07-25

Some of the best baseball movies every made. I loved the old movies as well as the newer ones. Set could have included "The Love of the Game" or "Field of Dreams" but it still is a great collection. A must for any baseball fan.

Charlie Rose with Andre Agassi (May 7, 2001)

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Charlie Rose with Andre Agassi (May 7, 2001)

Manufacturer: Charlie Rose, Inc.
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Wimbledon 2000 Semi-Final - Agassi vs. Rafter

ASIN: B000HBL6VO
Release Date: 2006-08-15

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Tennis Pro Andre Agassi is on for the hour. Agassi is the top-ranked men's tennis player in the world and just won his seventh Grand Slam victory this January in Australia. He talks about his childhood love of the game, the obstacles he has faced as an athlete, his marriage to Brooke Shields and his outlook for the future of his career.

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A Heist Thriller That's More Than the Sum of its Parts
High Crime in Rio worth a look
Haunting Moods

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ASIN: B00006IUI7
Release Date: 2002-10-01

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A Heist Thriller That's More Than the Sum of its Parts.......2007-08-13

High Crime in Rio worth a look.......2003-06-10

Haunting Moods.......2003-05-02

Charlie Rose with Arthur Ashe (September 2, 1996)

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Charlie Rose with Arthur Ashe (September 2, 1996)

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As the U. S. Open enters its final week, an October 1992 interview with the late tennis great Arthur Ashe is reaired. Wimbledon champion and U. S. Open title winner, Ashe speaks with Charlie for the hour about his family, his career and his passion for the game of tennis.

Action Packed! Two-fer: Grand Slam & Revolver

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One good, one not

Action Packed! Two-fer: Grand Slam & Revolver
Starring: Grand Slam , and Revolver
Manufacturer: Blue Underground
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ASIN: B0006J2QK2
Release Date: 2005-01-25

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GRAND SLAM: Often imitated but never surpassed, GRAND SLAM is a classic heist thriller in the tradition of RIFIFI, THE SCORE and OCEAN'S ELEVEN, with one of the best twist endings of the 1960s. Hollywood legend Edward G. Robinson, Klaus Kinski (NOSFERATU), Janet Leigh (PSYCHO) and Adolfo Celi (THUNDERBALL) head an international cast in this white-knuckle hit that also features an ultra-swinging score by the legendary Ennio Morricone.

REVOLVER:
Released in America as BLOOD IN THE STREETS (with the immortal tagline: "Makes DEATH WISH look like wishful thinking!"), this suspenseful crime thriller was co-written and directed by the legendary Sergio Sollima (VIOLENT CITY, RUN MAN RUN) and features a pounding score by maestro Ennio Morricone.

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One good, one not.......2005-07-21

This Blue Underground two-fer offers one great movie and one not so great, but with the two at the same price as buying either one separately, it's worth picking them both up.

'Grand Slam' is a surprisingly enjoyable caper flick, and much more fun than any film with middle-aged men in tight black trousers and Klaus Kinski in a sailor suit has any right to be. I say surprisingly because anything that turns up on the Blue Underground label generally turns out to be a disappointment, but this globe-trotting diversion about a heist in Rio de Janeiro during the carnival looks great and is a much better piece of disposable entertainment than either the Rat Pack or Soderberg's Oceanic efforts. Ennio Morricone's main title is a particularly blatant ripoff of Burt Bacharach and the Tijuana Brass' 'Casino Royale' with il maestro's own special flavoring, but only adds to the fun. Although the only extras are a photo gallery and trailer, the 2.35:1 transfer is for the most part very good, with excellent vivid color.

'Revolver' aka 'Blood in the Streets' aka 'In the Name of Love' is a disappointingly bland and overlong Sergio Sollima cop thriller with a miscast Oliver Reed complete with bad American accent (despite playing an Italian prison warden!) and Fabio Testi only marginally less wooden and ineffectual than usual caught up in a political assassination and kidnapping. Nothing out of the ordinary with some absurd plotting (a politician faced with death threats walking casually through the Place Vendome just so he can get killed, a ludicrous jailbreak from a prison with only rotten wood over the shower windows), the last reel is fairly good when the politics briefly kicks in and the movie refuses to go for the soft and easy ending, but it's outstayed its welcome by then.

A better extras package, with a featurette with Testi and Sollima plus traler and stills gallery, although the 1.85:1 transfer is grainy in places.

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