The New World

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The legend of Pocahontas and John Smith receives a luminous and essential retelling by maverick filmmaker Terrence Malick. The facts of Virginia's first white settlers, circa 1607, have been told for eons and fortified by Disney's animated films: explorer Smith (Colin Farrell) and the Native American princess (newcomer Q'orianka Kilcher) bond when the two cultures meet, a flashpoint of curiosity and war lapping interchangeably at the shores of the new continent. Malick, who took a twenty year break between his second and third films (Days of Heaven and The Thin Red Line), is a master of film poetry; the film washes over you, with minimal dialogue (you see characters speak on camera for less than a quarter of the film). The rest of the words are a stream-of-consciousness narration--a technique Malick has used before but never to such degree, creating a movie you feel more than watch. The film's beauty (shot in Virginia by Emmanuel Lubezki) and production design (by Jack Fisk) seems very organic, and in fact, organic is a great label for the movie as a whole, from the dreadful conditions of early Jamestown (it makes you wonder why Englishman would want to live there) to the luminescent love story. Malick is blessed with a cast that includes Wes Studi, August Schellenberg, Christopher Plummer, and Christian Bale (who, curiously, was also in the Disney production). Fourteen-year-old Kilcher, the soul of the film, is an amazing find, and Farrell, so often tagged as the next big thing, delivers his first exceptional performance since his stunning debut in Tigerland. James Horner provides a fine score, but is overshadowed by a Mozart concerto and a recurring prelude from Wagner's Das Rheingold, a scrumptious weaving of horns fit to fuel the gentle intoxication of this film. Note: the film was initially 150 minutes, and then trimmed to 135 by Malick before the regular theatrical run. It was also the first film shot in 65mm since Kenneth Branagh's Hamlet. --Doug Thomas

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In this romantic epic starring Colin Farrell, Christian Bale and beautiful newcomer Q'orianka Kilcher, acclaimed filmmaker Terrence Malick brings to life the classic true tale of Pocahontas and her relationship with adventurer John Smith set during the turbulent beginnings of America.

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Loved it, myself......but...........2007-09-11

I give this film 4 stars - for the setting, attention to detail, and some of the acting...But if it weren't for being into history details like that, I'd be giving it one or 2 stars.

The plot does not flow well, as others have pointed out. And there's some historical inaccuracy, mainly with John Smith (Farrell) and Pocahontas's (Kilcher) relationship. A lot has been made of her supposedly saving him in the Indian (excuse me - "native American") village, but if you research it you find its likely a tale that Smith invented years later. Smith was an adventurer and mercenary who had fought in or near Turkey before his Virginia adventure; the point is that he was not a peaceful, innocent-eyed young guy as portrayed in this movie. John Rolfe (Bale) was far more important than he is portrayed here - in fact, the commercial success of the colony is almost exclusively due to him and the tobacco he raised. There is no real reason to think he and Pocahontas were not the real love interest. It just occurred later than this movies allows.
Christopher Plummer does his usual EXCELLENT acting. His Capt Newport is a little known figure in American history today, although now there is a university in Va. named after him.
I thought Kilcher made a wonderful Pocahontas - who else would have made that part better?? Keep in mind Pocahontas was basically a child when the expedition arrived. She made friends with the explorers, then she disappeared for a couple of years only to re-appear in her teens.
The colony is correctly shown as having 'too many chiefs', which is true to history. They brought mostly gentlemen-types on the first voyage, when what they needed were workers and craftsmen.

The Indians were incredibly realistic, as were the weapons and the ships, etc. They are also correctly portrayed as "players" in the ensuing struggle for control of the area, rather than just as innocent "pawns". They had every chance to wipe out the colony in its first 10-15 years, but politics played its part on their side too. This movie reminds me of another favorite in that regard: 1993's "Last of the Mohicans".

Unfortunately, plot clumsiness, slight twisting of history, and a musical score that (maybe) wasn't to a lot of peoples taste (I liked it:) meant that this movie isn't in the class of "Last of the Mohicans" which was a much more powerful drama, especially on the political side...
It was, however, good to see a film about Jamestown versus the far less important but generally better known Mayflower settlement. Jamestown was indeed where today's America started.
The film isn't what it could've been...but I still recommend it anyway.

Touching tale.......2007-09-03

Touching tale of love between John Smith and Pocahantas. Wonderful cinematagraphy, great acting, great sets, costumes and most importantly, great pathos. Very slow moving however (almost as slow as "Elephant"). For most members of the the MTV generation this film will be far too slow.

Love Affair Movie.......2007-08-31

This movie had very little to do with the discovery and making of the Jamestown Fort. The majority was focused of the love affair between Capt. John Smith (Colin Farrell)and Pocahontas. I guess the promo was correct because it did say it was a romantic. Sure wish it focused on the discovery of Jamestown more. I don't recommend this movie.

A Beautiful Film.......2007-08-27

This film left me thinking about it for days after viewing it. Only a quarter of the film is dialogue, and so it is a very visual film, and yet the storytelling is strong. Colin Farrell and Q'orianka Kilcher both play complex roles of lovers. Farrell is genuine yet has personal demons, Kilcher is a young woman experiencing first love. Christian Bale is a true English gentleman, kind and full of understanding. Malick is a superb director, it is one of those rare films in which you feel you're looking through the director's eyes as you're watching the film.

Terrance Malick Masterpiece.......2007-08-15

If you interested in early American history and in the Jamestown settlement this is a lovely film which showcases that era with authenticity. There is little revisionist history in this lyrical drama. It recounts the true story of Pocahontus, the Native American princess and her love of John Smith and her efforts to help the residents of Jamestown. After a deception and her being disowned by her father, Pocahontus becomes a Jamestown resident and marries an Englishman. Some of the movies' most touching scenes involve simply Pocahontus' dialouge with God. Her commentary is so beautiful and real that you feel her gratitude and pure spirit. She never loses herself or forgets her past, she is always present. Later in the film, a trip to England brings her to a strange old world that can't compare with the natural beauty and freedom of her youth. It is the complete opposite of everything she knew and was now cut off from. She learns of Jon Smith in England and sees him one last time. In the end she is happy and content with her husband. The movie ends,however the real history, Pocahontus dies in England, she and Jon Smith were never lovers and to all outward appearance she embraced her new identity and renownced her old life. Despite these minor inconsistencies the storyline adds to the romance and overall beauty of the film. I simply adore this movie.

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Shame
que intento tan fallido
Mmmm Rocky!
Love it
GREAT SCI FI MOVIE

The Martian Chronicles
Starring: Rock Hudson , Gayle Hunnicutt , Darren McGavin , Roddy McDowall , and Joyce Van Patten
Director: Michael Anderson
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ASIN: B0002CR03Q
Release Date: 2004-09-07

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With each passing year, this 1980 miniseries becomes more for those who have read Ray Bradbury's landmark novel. The three-part, nearly five-hour series keeps its brainy science fiction roots; this story (and the 1940s novel) is not about laser battles and exciting action pieces. Bradbury's novel is galvanized by the cold war nightmare: at the end of the 20th century, an earth teetering on world war begins to colonize Mars without much knowledge of the new world. Hard science is left for other stories, and director Michael Anderson (Logan's Run) keeps this retrofitting: for example, astronauts arrive on a breathable Mars in leisure suits. The space travel effects are clunky, but the action on Mars--with Assheton Gorton's geometric sets and simple props--are far more effective. There are Martians there, as the unprepared first Earthlings learn. Later, as the planet is quickly colonized, the remaining Martians are near specters--bringing awe and fear to those they encounter. Master sci-fi writer Richard Matheson (I Am Legend) smartly streamlines Bradbury's episodic stories, giving a central role to Col. John Wilder (played by Rock Huston, leading a plethora of solid, yet B-list actors). For those in love with cerebral science fiction, they can enjoy this dated but curious sci-fi miniseries; for those of think sci-fi began with Star Wars, beware. --Doug Thomas

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From the mind of science-fiction giant Ray Bradbury springs what is perhaps his most epic vision. Capturing mankind's first venture into the colonization of another planetand its tragic first contact with another species"The Martian Chronicles" is a stunning achievement that will take you from the edge of your seat'to the stars. Earth is on the verge of extinction. To survive, mankind must find another place to live. But when three expeditions to Mars, headed by Col. John Wilder (OscarÂ(r) nominee* Rock Hudson), find suitable conditions for relocation, humans pour in bythe shipload, bringing the old evils of Earth with them! As Wilder begins to heed the lessons of the dying Martian civilization, can he save humanity from repeating its doom? *1956: Actor, Giant

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Shame.......2007-08-23

I really looked forward to watching this - having been a great admirer of Bradbury for many years. But "The Martian Chronicles" is a complete waste of time and money. Some of the stories used to make the movie can also be seen in the "The Ray Bradbury Theater" series, though in a much better version. The chronicles were obviously made with a very low budget - the acting is pathetic and the casting of Rock Hudson a blundering mistake. Thats five hours I will never get back.

que intento tan fallido.......2007-08-18

Desilusionate producción a una obra maestra del pensamiento contemporáneo.
Versión muy pobremente producida, y tristemente actuada, que se queda a años luz de la obra maestra de Ray Bradbury.
Imágenes pobres, ambientaciones gratuitas, actuaciones verdaderamente mediocres, interpretaciones prejuiciosas...en fin, mejor me quedo con la lectura del libro y con mis propias interpretaciones a la obra original.

Mmmm Rocky!.......2007-08-14

Well, to say I love this piece of work is to understate the matter. If it were to be remade, the only things needing retouching might be the space-ship sequences, and the glowing globey Martians.The Sand Ships could be reworked, but we do not rework Metropolis (and walk the streets alive) so I just wear it. The Digital Transfer was wonderful, and gave the work a facelift, that brought it back to life. The soundtrack is a bit dated, but that is part of its charm. More features would have helped (maybe an interview with the director, or Mr. Bradbury), but we are all so spoilt for extra features these days. If you love Sci Fi, this is a must for the collection. The Martians stand up even now as characters. This edition has allowed me to retire my old VHS copies (They really needed it), and i shall continue to love this classic of the canon of mid-20th century sci fi.

Love it.......2007-08-10

I had read the novel of this in High School (quite a few moons ago). I personally feel this keeps the "spirit" of the the book if not perfect to the letter. Yes, the special effects are dated, but so what? It is a good story, with a good representaion to TV. This is well worth the watch.

GREAT SCI FI MOVIE.......2007-08-08

IF U LIKE THE ROCK U LOVE THIS ONE THE ACTING IS GREAT AND THE IDEA IS ALSO GREAT IF U A SCI FI LOVER GET IT FOR UR COLLECTION

Mobile Suit Gundam - Char's Counterattack (Feature)

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Great movie, but don't order this item
A great ending to the legends of Gundam...
last of the truly great Gundams
One of the BEST Gundam Movies Out There.
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Mobile Suit Gundam - Char's Counterattack (Feature)
Starring: Tôru Furuya , Shûichi Ikeda , Hirotaka Suzuoki , Yô Inoue , and Toshio Furukawa
Director: Yoshiyuki Tomino
Manufacturer: Bandai
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ASIN: B0001DCYAU
Release Date: 2002-08-20

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The fourth Gundam feature (1988) takes place 14 years after the third and continues the rivalry between Earth Federation mecha pilot Amuro Ray and Char Aznable, now ruler of the space realm of Neo-Zeon. Char so hates the Earth, he plans to bombard the planet with asteroids, causing a deadly nuclear winter. Although the corrupt Earth Federation commands vastly superior resources, all that really stands in Char's way is Amuro and his Nu Gundam Mobile Suit. Writer-director Yoshiyuki Tomino continues the story of the Newtypes, humans who possess psychic powers. The latest possessor of these abilities is Quess Paraya, an obnoxious teenager who whines and fusses until she's finally killed. Char's Counterattack is essentially a two-hour space battle, and although Tomino had only limited technology at his disposal, the choreography of the mecha duels is generally effective and exciting. Rated 13 Up: Violence, mostly robot vs. robot. --Charles Solomon

Customer Reviews:

Great movie, but don't order this item.......2007-09-05

The movie is great, don't get me wrong. I borrowed a friend's copy and loved it so much I had to have one for myself. Of course, the collector in me wanted the nice version, with the sleek slip cover and Neo Zeon symbol. Don't bother trying to get that here. When my order came in, it was sans slip cover and booklet. If you're fine with that, than order yours today. If you aren't shop around, because there are places that will actually give you what you try to purchase.

A great ending to the legends of Gundam..........2007-01-21

U.C. 0093. Thirteen years after the end of the One Year War, the legendary Char Aznable has returned. Vowing to defeat the Earth Federation and complete humanity's migration into space, Char and his Neo Zeon forces begin bombarding Earth with asteroids in order to render the planet uninhabitable.

With the Federation too weak and corrupt to oppose Neo Zeon, the task of thwarting Char's plan falls to the Londo Bell taskforce and its ace pilot, Amuro Ray. The old rivalry of Char and Amuro begins again, and this time the fate of the world hangs in the balance...

Overall, this is what I considered the best movie in the series.

last of the truly great Gundams.......2006-11-25

This feature is a nice way to wind up the original Gundam plotline started in the original Mobile Suite Gundam. Nicely done it is far better than the later overblown "Junk" that came out of Japan. Most of the older animation fans,like myself, have been "Gundamed to Death" with un-imaginative re-makes and re-hashes. This is a nice conclusion to the Saga.

One of the BEST Gundam Movies Out There........2006-04-10

This is definetly one of the best Gundam movies out there. This is particulary one of the main movies in the Gundam franchize, If u watched the original 3 part Mobile Suit Gundam Movies then u should get it almost right away. BUT if u watch the ugly Gundam Wing and Gundam Seed series than u will get confused as HEll. This takes place about 13-14 years after the events of the original gundam and right now Char Aznable is the supreme leader of zeo-neon, and since he has a furious hatred fo the planet Earth forcing everyone to live and outer space, he is planning to cause asteroids to hit the planet and to cause a global ice age. But once again our hero Amuro Ray is back and ready to stop Char and kicking his ass in the process. The story is well put together but since the artwork was originally made in the early 90's it will be uncomfertable for a while to todays anime art style. I highly recommed this DVD to hardcore mech/gundam fans cuz trrrrrrrrrrruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuusssssssst me u will not get dissapointed.

DVD Review.......2005-10-25

It is good DVD to watch. However, it is difficult to understand a little bit if the person has not watched the Saga from the beginning. This version is a follow-on to Mobible Gundam Zeta which will be available on Amazon.com soon.

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Fortress 2
Oh the humanity!
Doesn't add up to the original...
Sequel lacks the budget and performances of the original
great stuff

Fortress 2: Re-entry
Starring: Christopher Lambert , Aidan Rea , David Roberson , Liz May Brice , and Beth Toussaint
Director: Geoff Murphy
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ASIN: B00004REZS
Release Date: 2000-04-25

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Christopher Lambert in a straight-to-video sci-fi film? You know it's gotta be good. Here he reprises his role as John Brennick, former leader of the Resistance and thorn in the side of the MEN-TEL corporation. In the first movie, Brennick escaped from and destroyed MEN-TEL's high-tech "inescapable" prison. In the 10 years since then, he's gotten himself a house in the woods and some horses, and has illegally procreated with his wife. When Resistance members find him and try to recruit him back into the cause, the bad guys are not far behind, and after some two-dollar action scenes he finds himself captured and thrown into MEN-TEL's brand-new prison, which happens to be orbiting the Earth. Surely, nobody could ever escape from this! Except maybe, just maybe John Brennick!

The plot is even more predictable than the placement of the co-ed shower scenes, to the point that you can practically quote the dialogue before it's spoken, with the only surprises being which cliché they're going to use, and when. (By the way, these violent prisoners are actually being used to build and modify the satellite they're imprisoned in!) Pam Grier has an embarrassing cameo as the owner of MEN-TEL, and the dignity she tries to bring to the role is entirely out of place. The only fun to be had is if you watch it as if you're watching a bunch of adults play "action film," making for a strange entertainment, indeed. --Andy Spletzer

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Fortress 2.......2006-02-17

As Fortress was an excellent film I was very disappointed with this sequel. The first one had nice ideas not in a realistic setting but in a nice way. This was just repeated and overdone in the second part so that it became ridiculous, e.g. fighting in outer space for hour without oxygen and in jeans? So I recommend the first part but forget this.

Oh the humanity!.......2004-01-22

The only word you need to know relating to the atrocity that is "Fortress 2: Re-entry" is, quite simply, LAMBERT! That's right, master thespian and international film god Christopher Lambert returns to reprise his role as the persecuted John Brennick, the bane of the powerfully evil Men-Tel corporation. The first film in the series, which arrived on the scene some six years before its sequel, was an enjoyable action/drama film larded with good characters, occasionally intriguing special effects, and lots of shoot 'em up action. The first film was even directed by Stuart Gordon ("Re-Animator," "From Beyond") and employed solid character actors like Jeffrey Combs and Kurtwood Smith to good effect. It got so you didn't even mind Christopher Lambert starred in the movie since the secondary elements made up for his lack of talent. You would think at least a little charm from the original might rub off on its sequel. You would be wrong. "Fortress 2" is a disaster across the board: bad acting, lousy script, slow pacing, and a forgettable supporting cast destroys any chance this movie had at success. "Fortress 2" is to the world of cinema what Linda McCartney was to Wings.

Once again John Brennick and his wife are on the run from the Men-Tel Corporation. At the end of the first movie the couple escaped the clutches of the evil plutocrats and went underground in order to defy the ban on having children. The opening of "Fortress 2" shows the Brennicks safely ensconced in a cabin somewhere far from the overpopulated urban centers run by Men-Tel. A group of rebels from the resistance pay a visit to Brennick so they can convince him to rejoin their efforts to destroy the corporation. Predicatably, Men-Tel thugs clandestinely follow these upstarts out to the cabin and launch a raid. Lots of bullets fly, Brennick and family escape through a tunnel under the house, and Johnny blows a helicopter out of the sky before the soldiers finally capture him. Brennick's spouse and young son escape, so there will be no wife in prison to compromise John's attention this time around. And prison is exactly where he is going, but this time the penitentiary is a floating space station revolving around the earth. It would seem that walking out of this situation will not be as easy as it was last time. C'mon, you know better! This is big, bad John Brennick we are talking about here. Of course he will escape. Our job is to play like good little sheep, shut our mouths, and watch how he does it.

The space prison is pretty much like the institution encountered in the first film with a few minor exceptions. First, the beloved intestinators from the first film are long gone, replaced with a different implant device that causes everyone to fall on the ground and roll around shrieking in pain whenever the guards punch a button. Second, one of Brennick's cellmates is a sexy young woman who takes lots of showers to distract the bulls whenever John and his allies are plotting something. Third, this is a dumb movie. There is a bunch of nonsense about Men-Tel building some huge project and using the prisoners as slave labor, but it is largely uninteresting most of the time. Pam Grier turns up in the role as the head of Men-Tel, perhaps the most egregious crime the film commits because she doesn't have much to do except threaten the prison warden via video screen and show up briefly in the end. Another wasted opportunity arrives in the shape of Yuji Okumoto as the sadistic guard Sato. Viewers will recognize this veteran character actor and loudly lament the inability of the script to put him to better use. By the way, did I mention this movie reeks?

I actually followed the movie for a bit before issuing an increasingly loud series of raspberries at the stupidity unfolding onscreen. A few things were slightly interesting, such as Brennick's turn in "solitary" after a failed escape attempt. The punishment differs slightly from a similar penalty on earth: guards lock Brennick in a transparent bubble on the outer shell of the station, thereby exposing him to extremes of cold and heat as the prison revolves around the earth. Alas, this scene is the only good point in an otherwise useless production. One need only watch one of the characters attach a miniature video camera to a roach to understand the ridiculous depths to which this movie sinks. The absolute worst, and I mean WORST, situation occurs when Brennick, in an effort to reach another part of the rapidly deteriorating space station, holds his breath and flies through space without any sort of protective gear. You heard me right. A man soars through deep space wearing nothing but the clothes on his back--with only a bloody nose to show for it--and survives to fight another day. This scene alone guarantees a one star review. How dare the screenwriters, the director, and the producer attempt to foist off such an idiotic scenario on viewers.

Brennick escapes in time for the inevitable reunion with his loved ones (in front of a picturesque sunset, no less), but the viewer has nowhere to go after watching this piece of crud except perhaps to the local pharmacy to pick up a bottle of Thorazine. Whatever your poison, pray it is strong enough to burn the memory of this film out of your head. The DVD is fortunately sparse, with a trailer for this film, one for a movie called "Resurrection," and a widescreen presentation of the movie. The lack of a commentary surprises me not at all; I wouldn't want to take any responsibility for such a worthless project either if I was associated with it. Good luck with this one, faithful viewers.

Doesn't add up to the original..........2002-10-02

Our story picks up about ten years where the original ended. Brannick is caught and put in a new prison, this time in space orbiting Earth. The characters are plenty fun and the humor is well-placed, but the acting and overall script leave much to be desired. The film is very watchable, but little comes from it. Christopher Lambert is not a good enough actor to make his character as interesting as he was in the first film, but his supporting cast is not all bad. Mostly, I liked the computer effects and some of the action was neat. The star rating can be ignored here. I really give it 2 1/2, but Amazon.com won't let me do halves.

Sequel lacks the budget and performances of the original.......2002-08-01

Although I really enjoyed the original movie, "Fortress 2: Re-entry" is disappointing in comparison. The film offers a promising storyline: John and Karen Brennick are shown 10 years later with their son, hiding from the MenTel Corporation. John is eventually captured and sent to a prison space station to serve his sentence for having another child, while Karen and her son are still being pursued by MenTel. Again, John is driven to escape from this dismal prison. The magic that made the first "Fortress" work is not present in this film. The special effects are of poor quality, and the actors' performances are not very good. This movie may be worth renting just to see what happens to the characters from the first film.

great stuff.......2002-05-04

Action, Sci-fi, nudity, 'behaviour modification' and Christopher Lambert? You know you're in for one hell of a ride!
This movie is at least as good as the original, and looks and sounds great on dvd.
No, it's not one of the most intelligent flicks out there, but who cares? The movie-makers set out to make the movie an exciting romp in space, and in that they certainly succeed.
The only thing that let me down a little was the abrupt ending, something the original suffered from too, but trust me, this is good fun if you're not looking for a masterpiece!

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Nudity , the "Aussie way" .
Nude beach, bad script
TWO STARS ONLY FOR THE STORY LINE
If you're on a tight budget, don't bother with this one
Naked people say it better

Maslin Beach
Starring: Michael Allen (VIII) , Eliza Lovell , Leylah Love , Simon Bond , and Bonnie-Jaye Lawrence
Director: Wayne Groom
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ASIN: B00008V621
Release Date: 2003-06-24

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Nudity , the "Aussie way" ........2007-05-17

In a few words : blatant , uncomplicated , straightforward .
A typically Australian non-conformistic view about nudity .

Nude beach, bad script.......2007-04-20

Here is what you get: a low budget picture that takes place on a nude beach in Australia, lots of male and female nakedness, no sex, a poor script loaded with pointless and unamusing vignettes of romances gone hot, cold, and lukewarm, lame humor involving farting (definitely not in place in a movie about nude beaches), etc. It's worth a peek if you want to see the bodies. Don't expect anything else. As someone who enjoys naturist beaches, this could have been much more interesting. As it is, it is exploitative and just plain dumb.

TWO STARS ONLY FOR THE STORY LINE.......2007-03-22

Quite frankly, I was embarrassed for all the blokes that decided to do this movie 'au naturel'. If I were equipped as little as all of them were, I certainly would never have done a nude movie that's for sure. Thank goodness the cameras caught very few close-up shots of their private parts!

For the storyline, I must admit that it was kind of OK. A bit stupid in some segments, but OK. Definitely not one to add to one's DVD library like I did. Put it at the back of the stack if you do decide to buy it. I would suggest if this is your cup of tea, rent it first.

If you're on a tight budget, don't bother with this one.......2007-01-10

About the best that I can say about this movie is that the nudity on the beach is treated as no big deal, in fact if that's the reason you're thinking about buying it- better go buy something from Playboy.
I "get" the plotline- sort of- but the story is presented in a disjointed manner with several segments split apart by bits of other stories put in between. I found the people to generally be a bunch of losers that I had a hard time caring about and so boring that a viewer might want to fast forward (don't do that- you might miss some of whatever you consider to be the "good" bits).
It appears to have been filmed with one camera held in a stationary position, not a lot of movement, with just one small microphone- the sound could've been better, many times you'll know a person is undoubtedly nude but the camera is held above the level you'd need to see any of it. I'm not sure how clear the original film was, the DVD seems soft focused to me with the color maybe a little bit off.
The subject matter is treated respectfully (the nudity part is fairly well so anyway, you never really get a good look at most of the beach itself or most of the nudity for that matter) but the romance/life part is just so BORING!
Unlike some I found the cast to be generally attractive enough but I pretty much wish I hadn't bought the DVD, try looking for it in used/good condition at a cheaper price.

Naked people say it better.......2006-02-25

Maslin Beach can be best described as a movie depicting a typical day at an Australian nudist beach.

It opens with a guy and his girlfriend driving to the beach in the morning. As they walk onto the beach, the narration begins. It is the guy, Simon, he wants someone to tell him how one knows if he or she are in love. He is having doubts about his relationship with his girl Marcie. This provides a thread that links the various vignettes throughout the movie together.

As the film progresses, it focuses on various male/female couples and a group of three girls. Soon the viewer relalizes that these people did not come to the beach to tan those bits that rarely see the sun, but to explore and evaluate their relationships. Being naked merely makes the process easier because, as the old saying goes, "Naked people don't have anything to hide!"

Maslin Beach features more than a few stark naked and semi-naked people. It is a credit to the director that the cast is not made up of only "beautiful people," as the film features dorky-looking guys, saggy gals, and very physically unfit people of both sexes.

It doesn't take long for the bushy deltas and dangling penises to take a backseat as the dialogue begins to assert itself. This is where the movie both succeeds and fails. The writer seems to lack confidence as he gives the viewer far too many discussions to follow. I found some to be almost profound, while others were absurd. All were too short. The viewer would have been better served by two or three long conversations rather than the banal chatter of six or seven. For my money, I would have picked the three girls, Simon and Marcie, and the couple discussing the lying daughter.

Nonetheless, this is a nice, quirky little movie that is not deep, but does cause one to think.

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Not "R" rated copy MAYBE "PG"
TERMINAL ISLAND
Yes, I was duped with the editing too
disappointed
Edited Down Terminal Island

Terminal Island
Starring: Chris Allen , Randy Boone , Albert Cole , Phyllis Davis , and Geoffrey Deuel
Director: Stephanie Rothman
Manufacturer: Legacy Entertainment
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ASIN: B00077BOPQ
Release Date: 2005-03-01

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Not "R" rated copy MAYBE "PG".......2006-08-18

Information on this item shows it as being rated-R. However the box shows R rating with this addition. "Some scenes of violence and language have been edited" This also includes all nudity. To watch this copy is like watching a "edited for television" cut. I returned my copy....

TERMINAL ISLAND.......2006-01-10

PURCHASING THIS DVD WAS A BIG DISAPOINTMENT! I WISH I HAD READ THE REVIEWS BEFORE BUYING IT!
I SAW THIS MOVIE BACK IN THE MID-1970'S,AND I HAPPEND TO BE A LOVER OF B-MOVIES BUT,THIS MOVIE WAS EDITED FOR TELEVISION SO THE BAD WORDS AND THE NUDITY WAS CUT OUT OF THE MOVIE! I WAS A FAN OF MISS PHYLISS DAVIS AND TO SEE HER SCENES OF NUDITY CUT OUT PISSED ME OFF!
IF ANYBODY HAS A VERSION THATS UNEDITED,PLEASE EMAIL ME!

Yes, I was duped with the editing too.......2006-01-03

I was fully expecting to replace my VHS tape from the 70's. Our cult following this movie was severely disappointed to find it was edited and still contained the R rating.

disappointed.......2005-09-16

there are two versions of this movie - one is edited and one is not - do not buy the edited one - it is not worth it.

Edited Down Terminal Island.......2005-04-07

This is a good movie in it's original form. The movie for sale is edited down and not worth buying. Back of package shows R rating and then in small print tells you they have edited it. Putting R on package is fraudulent. Do not buy this DVD until they get unedited version.

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For the Term of His Natural Life
great adaptation
up with the best
Brilliant story and Colin Friels is magnificent so young
The Sad tale of a prisoner

For the Term of His Natural Life
Starring: Patrick Macnee , Anthony Perkins , Penelope Stewart , Rod Mullinar , and Samantha Eggar
Director: Rob Stewart (III)
Manufacturer: Bfs Entertainment
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ASIN: B00005N5RE
Release Date: 2001-08-14

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For the Term of His Natural Life.......2007-05-16

Although dated with a mildly cheesy script we found it enjoyable enough for even the teenage kids asking for the next disc.
The transfer is grainy but not to off putting.Although the cover shows what would appear to be a head line production for Anthony Perkins he only appears much later in the film.

great adaptation.......2007-03-30

Great job. Anyone who read the book would know there is no way to do the whole thing on screen, but what a terrific job they did. I think even a novice would still understand the movie without the insider knowledge left out from the book.

up with the best.......2006-12-03

Colin Friels is probably less known or acclaimed internationally than his wife Judy Davis. His effort in this miniseries though early in his career should have him right up there equally recognized. A great story and a miniseries collectable.

Brilliant story and Colin Friels is magnificent so young.......2005-03-08

I saw this on TV, here in Australia a long time ago and only recently again on Pay TV and have straight away placed it in my shopping cart. It is the magnificent story of an Englishman who after learning he is the barstard son of another man is disinherited. He is then falsely accused of the murder of his true father and the theft of a watch and sent to a Penal colony in Van Diemen's Land (Now Tasmania) for the term of his natural life. It shows his struggle for freedom against the tyranny of British rule and countless altercations with other prisoners and a particular Prison officer. He saves the life of the Commandents daughter, but is tricked and sent back to prison. He strives for freedom and a possible return to England so he can reunite with his mother. It is a long program over 5hrs, possibly best watched over a couple of nights. Though if you're like me won't be able to turn it off.

The Sad tale of a prisoner.......2001-08-24

This is adapted from a book written in the 1800's. It was considered a strong novel about the bad state of prisons. It is about a prisoner who is innocent, but his whole life, is accoused of killing another person. The film seems less severe than the book. As more sad things happen in the book. So get your hankey's out, it's a tear-jerker...

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Great movie, but don't order this item
A great ending to the legends of Gundam...
last of the truly great Gundams
One of the BEST Gundam Movies Out There.
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Mobile Suit Gundam - Char's Counterattack (Feature)
Starring: Tôru Furuya , Shûichi Ikeda , Hirotaka Suzuoki , Maria Kawamura , and Nozomu Sasaki
Director: Yoshiyuki Tomino
Manufacturer: Bandai
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ASIN: B00006ADCT
Release Date: 2002-08-20

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Customer Reviews:

Great movie, but don't order this item.......2007-09-05

A great ending to the legends of Gundam..........2007-01-21

last of the truly great Gundams.......2006-11-25

One of the BEST Gundam Movies Out There........2006-04-10

DVD Review.......2005-10-25

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Great Surprise for Father's Day!
OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!
Informative
New Revolution In Hip Hop
Revolutionary

Hip Hop Colony
Director: Michael Wanguhu
Manufacturer: Image Entertainment
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B000MRA57E
Release Date: 2007-04-03

Description

Experience an exciting new chapter in Hip-Hop music as you travel into Kenya, deep into the heart of East Africa. Known as Genge music, Kenya's unique brand of Hip-Hop was initially dismissed as a passing fad, but this exhilarating new musical style -- a dynamic fusion of traditional African music with American Hip-Hop -- is exploding in popularity around the world. You are at the center of Kenya's emerging rejuvenated Hip-Hop culture where raw, talented new artists are bumping aside familiar American Hip-Hop superstars on radio and TV and making their mark!

Customer Reviews:

Great Surprise for Father's Day!.......2007-09-15

My Husband had been on [...] viewing various things he wanted for Father's Day. He e-mailed me a subtle hint that he was interested in this. So, I surprised him with it! I'm Glad I did! Not only did He enjoy it, but all of his family was over and they thoroughly enjoyed it as well. I would definitely consider purchasing DVD's in this category, Roots of Rap & Hip-Hop etc.

Cara D. Erude, Illinois

OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-06-29

Mambo Vipi,

Jina langu ni "E"arl aka Otieno The Luo Man kutoka South Bronx New York. Sasa ninakaa katika Pasadena California. Nilijifunza Kiswahili mwaka iliyopita na sasa najaribu kupata kila mtu weusi katika America kujifunza lugha hii. Nilinunua Hip-Hop Colony wiki iliyopita na ilikuwa nzuri sana!! In New York slang...it's OFF THE HOOK...STRAIGHT BANGIN'... HOT TO DEATH!!! I am so happy to hear the mixture of Swahili and Hip-Hop. The freestyles and flows are unbelievable! I want to convince African-American hip-hop artists to learn Swahili and use it in their flows. My website above now encouraging its visitors to buy this CD and I will show this to all of the young teenagers I work with in schools and as a counselor. Please continue to flow and expand.....amani.

Informative.......2007-05-15

If you love Kenyan music you'll love this movie it is very entertaining especially the freestyle sessions K-shaka, bamboo and nannoma stole the show.

New Revolution In Hip Hop.......2007-05-10

This is a step in showing how hip hop is evolving around the world especially in Africa. This shows you a different side of Africa from the eyes of the people, as you go through this hip-hop journey. It would be put in the category of documentaries that introduced hip-hop to mainstream America. This, too introduces us to the hip-hop revolution that has started in Africa.

Revolutionary.......2007-04-11

Wow there has never been a film I have purchased that is as dear to me as this one. There are so many reasons why one should get hold of it.

1. The Film itself is of very high standards...Strong script and production, very informative and most of all entertaining.
2. If u r a hip hop fanatic, general music fun, then this will inspire u regardless of what type of music u r into. The life of a musician is somewhat the same globally.
3. If u r of African decent, in particular Kenyan then u should be so proud. First beacuse it shows that we are capable of producing good films...secondly because of the content of the film.

Buy it for yourself, friends and any one in the entertainment industry....invest in your country it's your heritage.

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Battling the occupier's propaganda
nice review, a little older documentary, but accurate

Stolen Freedom: Occupied Palestine
Starring: Hanan Mikhail Ashrawi , and Casey Kasem
Director: Tony Kandah
Manufacturer: DVD Colony
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ASIN: B0007II14C
Release Date: 2005-02-01

Description

Narrated by: Casey Kasem
Commentary by: Dr. Hanan Mikhail-Ashrawi, Fmr. Palestinian Spokesperson.

Synopsis: This film, shows a new side to this continuing saga; the story of children growing up and learning to survive in an atmosphere of daily tension. in eye-opening interviews, the young people explain what it means to live in a strife-torn environment and how they remain hopeful through they have managed to survive.

Customer Reviews:

Battling the occupier's propaganda.......2006-05-25

I agree with Kristen's review and her recommendations. I'd also add to her list, "Peace, Propaganda and the Promised Land." Arab Film Distribution provides a good website to discover more films related to the region.
Also, to get more in-depth analysis of Palestine, Iraq and the rest of the Middle East, there's a grass-roots media project called "Justice Vision" that offers DVDs of lectures by people like Noam Chomsky, Robert Fisk and the late (and great) Edward Said. "Justice Vision" offers their DVDs, at cost, and each DVD contains 3 or 4 lectures. You'll learn more in those 7-8 hours than you will during a semester at most schools.

"If Palestine becomes a bantustanized police state, the outcome will be a disaster - for both peoples." - Mustafa Barghouti

nice review, a little older documentary, but accurate.......2005-02-18

this documentary was done in the 90's but is an accurate portrayal of what palestinians go through. narrated by casey casum which seemed an odd choice to me, as im used to his doing the top 40 music hits sunday morning, the feature is nevertheless a good overview of the situation, though a little older version. i strongly recommend people to view more than just this film to get a good portrait of what the situation is overall in palestine/israel. there is a huge situation going on and it deserves to be investigated by everyone. i have come to recognize cencorship of materials loca