Rounders (Collector's Edition)

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A little drunk on its own arcane exotica as a gambling movie, Rounders is a film that takes us inside a world of high-stakes card players but falls short on such essentials as character development, relationships, that sort of thing. Still, it is a real curiosity, written by a couple of guys (David Levien and Brian Koppelman) who appear to know something about the dark underbelly of card hustling for fun and profit. Matt Damon stars as a reluctant law student who can't put aside his subterranean career of playing poker and blackjack for big money. After he loses his post-grad nest egg to a weird Russian kingpin (John Malkovich)--and also loses his disgusted girlfriend (Gretchen Mol) in the process--Damon's character turns to an unreliable old buddy (Edward Norton) for a dangerous game of sharking wherever there happens to be a game underway: frat boys, cops, bad dudes, you name it. Norton appears to be living out every young actor's fantasy of re-creating Robert De Niro's prototypical head case in Martin Scorsese's Mean Streets, and while his performance is burdened by obvious quotation marks, his estimable talent still shines through. Damon's charm and intelligence bring some oomph to the curiously flat proceedings, and while his hushed, soul-bearing scenes with Martin Landau (as a law professor who takes a shine to the kid) seem gratuitous, they're still nice to watch. Behind all this is director John Dahl (Red Rock West), who is not exactly at the top of his game here but who brings his distinctive toughness to the crime-noir tone. --Tom Keogh

Description

Academy Award(R) winner Matt Damon (GOOD WILL HUNTING, Best Original Screenplay, 1997; THE BOURNE SUPREMACY) and Edward Norton (THE ITALIAN JOB) star in this story of passion, risk, and the extreme price of friendship! After losing a high-stakes card game, Mike (Damon) gives up gambling for law school and a fresh start with his girlfriend (Gretchen Mol -- CRADLE WILL ROCK). But then his best buddy (Norton) gets out of prison and in over his head with a ruthless card shark (John Malkovich -- BEING JOHN MALKOVICH). From there, Mike's strong sense of loyalty -- and the lure of the game -- draw him back to the tables in a game he cannot afford to lose! Also starring John Turturro (O BROTHER, WHERE ARE THOU?) and Oscar(R) winner Martin Landau (ED WOOD, Best Supporting Actor, 1994).

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Good Performances, Good Action.......2007-08-12

Damon and Norton both shine as Poker hustlers. Damon is the the guy who's studying law and trying to transition into the respectable world of a law student in a committed relationship. Norton is excellent as his friend who is pure hustler and who eventually drags him in deeper than he seemingly wants to be.

Great action sequences and the Poker games are very entertaining. John Malkovich plays a very weird Russian mafia guy named Teddy KGB who is menacing and ultimately taken down by Damon at head to head Texas Hold Em.

DVD has some nice special features including a brief tutorial and some comments from leading Poker pros.

It takes stones to steer clear of trouble andd wrong choices - Turturro.......2007-05-25

ROUNDERS (1998), with an exceptionally well chosen cast (John
Turturro, Ed Norton, Matt Damon, Martin Landay, and John Malkvich) is
a movie that will appeal to those above 25 / 30, considering the
strong mental and rational aspects that the movie emphasizes, coupled
with other human aspects that everyone will relate to, nonetheless.

If you believe that full stars should never be awarded to a story
that has a happy ending, (guy gets the girl and the money), then you
will understand how this movie is a remarkable achievement, yet not
the best I've seen, due to the Hollywood policy of avoiding tragic
endings, steering clear of despair, suffering from gambling
addiction or otherwise, due to entertainment reasons.

The acting is splendid and beyond reproach, from all actors, by
exposing the subculture of gambling as a hobby and as a social
networking and human release tool. It also exposes those players who,
naturally, take advantage and profit insidiously from the humanity
and compelling addition that exists in the weaker players at the
tables.

As such, the story is a somewhat of a microcosm of what goes on in
the financial markets, the greed and fear emotions that go back and
forth among the traders, the majority of whom lose as much as they
gain from the game, in the long run, not knowing when to stop or how
much is enough.

With a pleasing widescreen release, and sharp, professional
technique, and perfect transfer to DVD, the story underlines the
importance of one's reputation and ability to socially network to be
able to get a seat at the tables where the action occurs. It also
brings up the banking aspects, and loan sharks charging "juice", and
of collectors who are called on to act on difficult debts, the
pariah mechanics, the special visual reading skills needed to be
successful in beating opponents.

Perhaps unnoticed, is the aspect of the movie, that contrasts and
compares the various protagonists character, who they really are,
their destinies, how they found their niche, by choosing settings at
peep shows, or libraries of wealthy reputable judges, lawyers, at
police officers messes, intermixed with convicts, gambling addicted
people of all kinds, including innocent tourists to Las Vegas, etc.

Catchy one-liner: "It takes stones to steer clear of trouble and the
wrong choices" ... yet overall, the movie suggests to viewers that
those making no choices, stopped in the middle of the road of life,
still get run over.

A Great Gambling Movie.......2007-05-14

Matt Damon and Edward Norton team up in this Gambling drama about two men who love to play cards. Both men live different lives, and conflicts arise but in the end one thing is never forgotten; How good these guys actually are at what they do.

rounders.......2007-05-10

this is a wonderful story about two guys who cheat at everything. A few ups and a lot of downs. hustlers to the enth degree. very entertaining

Poker Players Only?.......2007-03-25

There seems to be mixed reviews about this movie. One either likes it or has very little if any response. I'm a poker player and I loved the story and the cast is excellent. If you like poker as well as suspense, I believe this film will be very satisfying to you. If you don't fit that description, it's still worth a look.

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Live Performance Is Excellent on DVD
Fell in love with Alison Krauss and Union Station after seeing this DVD
AKUS DVD (live)
Alison Has a New Fan
Alison Kraus and Union Station Live

Alison Krauss & Union Station Live
Starring: Alison Krauss , Union Station , and Dan Tyminski
Manufacturer: Rounder Records
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ASIN: B0000A02WW
Release Date: 2003-07-15

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If you love concert DVDs that offer first-rate music, excellent sound and picture, a beautiful setting, and substantial bonus features, then Alison Krauss and Union Station Live is destined to become your new favorite. It's not just for bluegrass fans either, as proven by Krauss's crossover success on the smash soundtrack of O Brother, Where Art Thou? as well as her pop-oriented hits such as "Now That I've Found You." That song plus "The Lucky One," "When You Say Nothing at All," and others are the perfect showcase for Krauss's meltingly gorgeous voice, and admirers of the concert's two-CD set will also find out how funny she is in her between-songs banter. AKUS has never been all about Krauss, however, so there are also instrumental jams plus featured spots for other members, including Dan Tyminski on O Brother's rousing "I Am a Man of Constant Sorrow."

The second DVD offers 50 minutes of interviews in which all five members plus drummer Larry Atamanuik discuss their influences, their instruments, and their favorite songs. There's also backstage and road footage, baby pictures, and more. Perhaps the only disappointment is that two songs from the CDs are not included in the concert: "Down to the River to Pray," which is heard over the end credits but not shown on stage--presumably because the CD version was not taken from this 2002 Louisville show--and "There Is a Reason." --David Horiuchi

Customer Reviews:

Live Performance Is Excellent on DVD.......2007-07-23

I have seen Alison Krauss and Union Station four times in person, and in between I get my fix watching this DVD. The video is excellent quality and the music includes nearly all of her greatest hits. The quality of the music recording is at least as good as any CD when played through a stereo system. Each of the musicians is top notch and gets a time to shine on this DVD. I especially enjoyed Ron Block's terrific guitar and banjo pickin' and his rendition of "Faraway Land." Alison does a special job with "The Lucky One," Let Me Touch You For Awhile," and "Ghost of A Chance." If you have seen Alsison Krauss in person, you know that she likes to joke with her audiences, and much of that is also included on this DVD. If you enjoy Alison's brand of bluegrass and ballads, you need to own this DVD and Rhonda Vincent's - Ragin' Live!

Fell in love with Alison Krauss and Union Station after seeing this DVD.......2007-07-17

I was not very interested in AKUS until I saw this DVD. Now I find myself humming her songs around the house and at work, and have gone out and bought several additional AKUS CDs.

The video quality is spectacular, and the recording quality makes you feel like you were right there in the theatre in Kentucky. I especially like the wide screen aspect ratio, which looks great on my widescreen TV

The most wonderful thing about the DVD is both seeing and hearing the intricate details in each of the songs. Each member of the group is highly skilled and plays an instrument with unique personality, which when blended together is simply amazing.

AKUS DVD (live).......2007-06-27

I really enjoyed watching this video.
The music is very skillful and delightful to hear. Bluegrass & ballad style. Alison has a laid back and humorous manner, and she has a very clear and beautiful sounding voice.

Alison Has a New Fan.......2007-06-16

I saw this same presentation on HD Net and was floored by this incredible talent. Later I found the concert was on DVD (received a Grammy for best live concert, you will hear why) and got it. I'm not a fan of live concert recordings, but this one was different. It is so good, I use it now as a system demo. There is no center front channel in Dolby 5.1 (Dolby 4.1 really) or DTS (both soundtracks are selectable), but I think this is an advantage. Spatial relationships are maintained between the two front mains and the rears provide the auditorium ambience. Audio and video are spotless.

Alison Kraus and Union Station Live.......2007-02-13

Anyone who is an Alison Kraus and Union Station fan will love this DVD. Recorded in hi-def and 5.1 surround sound,you almost think you are front row at the concert. Alison's band Union Staion are excellent top notch musicians. Alison has the voice of an angel,it doesn't get any better than this one if you are an Alison Kraus fan. I recomend this DVD very highly.

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Neil Peart DVD
great DVD
awesome and instructional
Neil is the best
Anatomy of a Drum Solo - Neil Peart

Neil Peart - Anatomy of a Drum Solo
Starring: Neil Peart
Director: Matthew Wachsman
Manufacturer: Hudson Music / Rounder Records
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ASIN: B000C4BBZ2
Release Date: 2005-12-12

Product Description

'Anatomy of a Drum Solo' a two-disc set, presents newly-recorded, in-studio footage of legendary Neil Peart discussing his approach to soloing. Using a solo recorded in September, 2004 in Frankfurt, Germany as a framework, Neil talks about the concepts and technique behind each segment of this nine-minute tour de force, which is a feature of each Rush performance. 'Anatomy of a Drum Solo' also features: Two explorations - completely improvised workouts at the drums, each over thirty-minutes long
A never-before-released solo recorded in Hamburg, Germany in September, 2004

"O Baterista," Neil's Grammy® Award-nominated solo

Two full-band Rush performances from Frankfurt '04, all shot from the perspective of the drum cameras BONUS FEATURES: Camera Option-during Neil's performance of "Der Trommler," the viewer can choose between the program edit and two, isolated cameras, for different views.

Alternate Edits-during parts of Neil's analysis of "Der Trommler," the viewer can choose between the program edit, or an alternate edit with the playing example shown full-screen without Neil's commentary.

Audio-only tracks, "Momo's Dance Party" and "Pieces of Eight," composed and performed by Neil, which can be accessed at various points in the program.

Interview with Paul Northfield, Rush co-producer and engineer, and Lorne Wheaton, Neil's drum tech Lorne Wheaton setting up and talking about Neil's drumkit

Two Rush performances from the perspective of the drum cameras Previously unreleased solo from Rush's 1994 Counterparts tour

Running Time: Three Hours and Twenty Minutes

Format: DVD MOVIE

Customer Reviews:

Neil Peart DVD.......2007-09-11

Very Informative DVD.Neil is such a thrill to watch.If you're a Rush or Neil Peart fan You'll dig it..

great DVD.......2007-06-08

very nice DVD, so complete and very good quality images and sounds. Very interesting the explanations that Neil Peart gives in his compositions of "drum Solo".

awesome and instructional.......2007-05-14

Very informative on the structure of the solo; breaks it down to the origins of the many different styles, rythyms, and themes that are applied. He does this in a humble manner. VERY FUN TO PLAY ALONG TO and exciting to watch! The most fun I've ever had with an instructional video. Buy it.

Neil is the best.......2007-01-27

I'm not a drummer but love drum solo's and Rush. Coming from a fan who's favorite band has been Rush since the 70's, saying this is a great DVD may be colored. However, the DVD is worth the cost just for the videos on DVD 2 of the concert drum solo's, especially Frankfurt and Tom Sawyer. I have the Rio DVD and like this one better (cameras jump around too fast in Rio). This won't show you how to be a great drummer but it will inspire you to try hard. He has always been a perfectionist in his drumming and lyrics so no surprise that his solo's are so good. If you like Rush or just like drumming, this is well worth the price.

Anatomy of a Drum Solo - Neil Peart.......2007-01-16

EXCELLENT!!! Not only for RUSH fans, but especially instructive and inspiring for any drummer/percussionist either starting out or already a professional.

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Shame the Sound is so poor
This is a DVD not to be missed! Especially if your a Rush Fan
Want goose bumps?
RUSH Rocks! But once again ...
Awsome !!!!

Rush - Rush in Rio
Starring: Geddy Lee , Alex Lifeson , and Neil Peart
Director: Daniel E. Catullo
Manufacturer: Rounder
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ASIN: B0000CG89W
Release Date: 2003-10-21

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Taped in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on the final night of Rush's 2002 Vapor Trails tour, this double-disc set finds Canada's famous power trio giving its all for 40,000 of the most rabid Rush fans ever gathered under one sky. Sure, the guys are all pushing 50. Bassist-vocalist Geddy Lee strains to hit some high notes, and guitar wizard Alex Lifeson occasionally sounds a tad bored. But by and large they remain at or near the peak of their powerful game--and, from the looks of it, they're having more fun than ever. Drawing from 15 of their 17 studio albums and leaning heavily on Vapor Trails, they celebrate their stylistic range (progressive-leaning classic rock to dense but melodic post-grunge) and the far broader scope of drummer Neil Peart's considered lyrics.

The concert alone pushes three hours, and disc 2 offers a lengthy documentary and multi-angle options for three songs. The Dolby Digital 5.1 or 2.0 sound quality is generally good, if overly compressed. Peart's drums sound fabulous, in fact: splashy and tight and far more natural than they've sounded on any Rush album, live or otherwise, in years. Not to be missed--and needlessly hard to find--is a 1975 promotional clip for Fly by Night's "Anthem." This set is a must, even for the doubtful. --Michael Mikesell

Customer Reviews:

Shame the Sound is so poor.......2007-07-22

The sound engineer should be shot for mixing this otherwise great performance. I have tried listening this in both PCM, DTS and Dolby digital. All sound equally as bad, although PCM is somewhat bearable. My $30K home theater setup did not even help rescue this mix.

It is a shame that 30+ year old performances from other DVDs sound way better than this 2003 release. Perhaps Rush will go back and remix this. Save your money and get Rush Replay and R30 DVDs for much better sound mixes.

This is a DVD not to be missed! Especially if your a Rush Fan.......2007-07-17

This is a fantastic DVD of Rush performing in Rio on their last date of the Vapor Trails tour which was on November 23th 2002.

Right from the start the audiences energy is amazing! The crowd sings and dances to every song even to the instrumental "YYZ" What an andreniline Rush (put intented) the band must have felt. And to think that the recording of this DVD almost didn't happen. Read the liner nots that was written by Neil Peart to find out why.

The concert itself was amazing! The band performed songs from a lot of their albums and they even brought back one of my favorite songs for this tour called "The Pass"

The only minor complaint about the DVD is that there wasn't any bonus features included on the DVD. An interview with the band would've been a nice assition to this already great DVD. I don't count the bands crew setting up or the band themselves getting into a car heading to the venue a feature. This sequence happens when you start the DVD from the beginning.

Once again Rush doesn't dissapoint on any of their releases. I am hoping that they release a DVD from their current tour Snakes & Arrows.

Want goose bumps?.......2007-06-30

Get this. Period.

I never saw Rush live. Oh, I've listened to them over the years but, only bought one CD of theirs. However, I have to ask myself now....what have I been missing?

These guys pull off an amazing feat here playing to a fanatical crowd of 40,000. They eat it up and work with the crowd to create a truly superb live concert DVD. The energy is just amazing. Like I said "want goose bumps?" Watch Geddy smile as he thumps his bass in front of that sea of crazed fans. On YYZ and Spirit of the Radio there are some amazing shots (albeit quick ones) of the crowd as a wave of people pulsing as Geddy is framed to the side. Just makes your hairs stand up. Also, when the beginning synth and drums start Tom Sawyer you can almost feel the band getting a shot of adrenaline as the crowd lets it be known that they are not going to be denied as the 4th member of Rush on this night!

Neil Peart is all business as he demonstrates why he is arguably the best rock drummer of the past 25 years. Alex Lifeson does what he does with equal aplomb. I mean, in 3 piece bands there are NO slackers people!

This DVD has me revisiting Rush. I always appreciated them as virtuosos (and they are indeed) but, it's never too late to go back and grab all you can of this great band. The analogy of a fine wine is often overused but it's obvious Rush deserves to be on anyone's top shelf.

Listen up young guns. Watch Rush school you on what it takes. A most deserved 5 stars from me.

RUSH Rocks! But once again ..........2007-05-14

Hello once again, RUSH fans! Too much camera work on the audience. Needed more focus on RUSH! Overall. Good. Buy it! DVD. Once again peeps, tc. Be safe!

Awsome !!!!.......2007-05-13

I was in this show, it was fantastic. By far this was the best show i every saw in my life!!!!
I don't have words for describe it. It was unforgetable.

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Raffi always entertaining
It's all good
Raffi in Concert
Quality children's music entertainment
My son loves Raffi

Raffi in Concert
Starring: Raffi
Manufacturer: Rounder / Umgd
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ASIN: B00006JDQF
Release Date: 2002-09-24

Customer Reviews:

Raffi always entertaining.......2007-08-01

I bought this CD because my grandson following in his mother's foot steps is a huge Raffi fan. I already had the first Raffi in concert on VHS and he could watch it 12 hours a day if we let him and I was curious about the other two concerts on video. He is 15 months and loves the first two but looses some interest in the On Broadway Concert.

There is alot of repetition of songs though they are similar renditions, it would have been nice if he had added more of the songs he recorded on cassette/DVD instead(though understandable seeing as how these are live concert recordings) but it wouldn't keep me from buying another.

It is a good buy the kid loves Raffi what more can I say.

It's all good.......2007-06-06

This is a great value DVD - three concerts. It's interesting to see the production values get better over the years, but I actually think the first concert with just Raffi is the best of the bunch.

Raffi in Concert.......2007-03-14

We love the Raffi concerts. Our children have worn out the vhs tapes. Thank goodness for the new dvd's. My only change for this dvd would be to play all three concerts, one after the other, without having to re-start my dvd player for the next concert.

Quality children's music entertainment.......2007-01-14

Our six children were raised with Raffi and I was so delighted that three of their most favorite concerts were combined onto one wonderful DVD. Thank you! Now our grandchildren have the opportunity to be raised with and enjoy the great music of one of the most outstanding children's music performers.

My son loves Raffi.......2006-07-08

We had a hand-me-down copy of Raffi's first video on VHS and wore it out within a few months. I bought the DVD of all three concerts and my son has been watching it almost daily ever since. He loves it. He knows all the songs and we sing them together when we go for walks. Now he wakes me up in the morning and asks me to take out my guitar and sing and play the songs with him. Raffi has given us a way to introduce our son to music as well as providing another thing to enjoy together, even if we aren't actually watching the concert.

A Young Children's Concert with Raffi: Singable Songs

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Great!
Interactive and fun
Truly the gentlest man for children
Gentle fun for young children
The Best!

A Young Children's Concert with Raffi: Singable Songs
Starring: Raffi
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ASIN: B000AMJGD0
Release Date: 2005-09-20

Customer Reviews:

Great!.......2007-08-02

These are very cute songs you can sing together! The children love the motions that go with the music. They will snap, stomp, clap on cue with Raffi!

Interactive and fun.......2007-07-03

This DVD is great for children. When I was younger and used to babysit, the kids I watched used to love this concert on a VCR tape. We watched it so much that I grew to love it too. Now, I have a son of my own and I knew that the Raffi concert was something I wanted him to watch. We started watching this when he was only 4 or 5 months old and now at 12 months, he is totally in love with the music. He laughs, squeals, gets sleepy and is completely entertained. Though it was made in the 80's, it is timeless! I also love the other two concerts, but this one is the best.

Truly the gentlest man for children.......2007-01-28

Raffi is the type of person who just wants every child in this world to be happy. He delights everyone with his infectious songs and warmth, no matter what the age. I never mind sitting down to watch with my toddlers because I actually LIKE the songs, just as much as they do. We also listen to the CDs which helps them know the words. This was made in the 80s so the audience members have clothes that are a bit dated, but it matters not at all. Your kids will love him. No cartoon images, and no sudden camera movements.

Gentle fun for young children.......2007-01-15

We had this video as a VHS tape when my younger children were little and now I am buying the DVD for my grandchildren. Raffi is gentle, silly, and upbeat in a way that young children seem to be able to really relate to. It is fun to see the kids singing along and trying to do the motions to the songs. And it is "safe" music that doesn't make me want to gag after I've heard it for the 30th day in a row.

The Best!.......2006-12-15

When I was a nanny, the kids loved this concert on video. Now that I have my own son, I bought this for him when he was 1. Now he is almost 2 and it is still his favorite. We watch it 5 times a week and he loves when I sing the songs to him.

A Prairie Home Companion With Garrison Keillor (30th Anniversary Season Celebration)

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Prairie Home companion 30th anniversary season
Made me laugh
Prairie Home Companion - 30th Anniversary
A FINE FAMILY MOVIE
WORST LIVE CONCERT VIDEO BUT HEY IT'S A RADIO SHOW!

A Prairie Home Companion With Garrison Keillor (30th Anniversary Season Celebration)
Starring: Garrison Keillor
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ASIN: B00065GHO2
Release Date: 2004-11-09

Description

Every Saturday, just before 5 p.m., the crowd in the Fitzgerald Theater settles down and the ON AIR light flashes red and "A Prairie Home Companion" goes out live coast-to-coast on the radio airwaves into the homes and cares of its countless fans, most of whom have never laid eyes on the show. Now, thanks to an innovation called "Video," they can. The disc in this box contains not only audio but also Full-Color Moving Images of a live performance of the radio show, including the signature "News from Lake Wobegon" monologue, a Guy Noir Private Eye thriller, a western episode with Dusty and Lefty, and much more - gospel star Jearlyn Steele, jazz sweetheart Inga Swearingen, killer country band BR549, the distinguished Guy's All Star Shoe Band with piano wizard Richard Dworsky, plus the timeless Tim Russell, insouciant Sue Scott, and sound-effects genii Tom Keith and Fred Newman, and hosted by Garrison Keillor.

Includes: Introduction, "Tishomingo Blues," "Down Yonder," "Lighthouse," SFX (School); BR549: "That's What I Get," "Honky Tonkin' Lifestyle"; "Whatever," Powdermilk Biscuits, Guy Noir, "Give a Dog a Bone," Reaching Out, "My Minnesota Home," "Heart of the Heartland," Greetings, "Stagefright," Lives of the Cowboys, Elim Lutheran's 150th Anniversary, "Mouse House," Hush Little Baby," News from Lake Wobegon, "Cashdollar Berkshire Blues"; BR549: "No Train to Memphis"; Catchup, "Lighthouse" reprise, End of Show / Closing Credits

Customer Reviews:

Prairie Home companion 30th anniversary season.......2007-03-16

Good variety of a show and really gives you the feel of participating in the show similar to watching the grand ole opry in the theatre. Great way to get the real flavor of the program.

Made me laugh.......2007-01-20

I loved being able to see the radio 'actors' perform a show that I had only been able to enjoy hearing. It was a lot of fun.

Prairie Home Companion - 30th Anniversary.......2007-01-12

We bought this because we enjoy very much the radio show. After seeing the CD, we enjoy the radio programs that much more. Now we hear the different segments of the program and can picture who is doing what. I highly recommend this CD to any one who wants 2 hours of pure entertainment.

A FINE FAMILY MOVIE.......2006-11-03

A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION IS A WONDER. THE SPIRIT OF THE RADIO BASED SHOW HAS BEEN CAPTURED WELL.
I'M SO HAPPY THAT THE ORIGINAL CAST WAS USED AS WELL AS LILY TOMLIN, MERYL STREEP, JOHN C. REILLY AND WOODY HARRISON. THEY HAVE ADDED TO THEIR STATURE CONSIDERABLY WITH THEIR PERFORMANCES.
AS A TWENTY YEAR LISTENER TO THE SHOW, IT IS A PLEASURE TO WATCH THE SHOW FROM AN IMAGINARY BACKSTAGE PERSPECTIVE.
WELL DONE, ALL INVOLVED

WORST LIVE CONCERT VIDEO BUT HEY IT'S A RADIO SHOW!.......2006-09-13

Forget Altamount, MOnterrey, Hendrix at Berkley, even Woodstock! THIS is the worst filmed live concert EVER! Even if they claim they were trying to copy those historic live filmings (where drunk and high cameramen dropped cameras or went wild with the new zoom lenses or found the WRONG performer) there is no excuse for the lousy filming of this live and heavily scripted concert with NO movement. WHO DID THE EDITTING HERE? and what stock did they work from?

Turn off the video and go audio only and you have a real decent Keillor show, even if they pull their punches for the camera and history. For example: Where's the real cool BUsh jokes?

And lose the white lady singing and just go with the Black woman with the voice of God. aND tell your cameraman how to find that great lap steel player who is NEVER pictured!

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Good Performances, Good Action
It takes stones to steer clear of trouble andd wrong choices - Turturro
A Great Gambling Movie
rounders
Poker Players Only?

Rounders
Starring: Matt Damon , Edward Norton , John Turturro , Paul Cicero , and Gretchen Mol
Director: John Dahl
Manufacturer: Miramax
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ASIN: 6305268789
Release Date: 1999-02-09

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Customer Reviews:

Good Performances, Good Action.......2007-08-12

It takes stones to steer clear of trouble andd wrong choices - Turturro.......2007-05-25

A Great Gambling Movie.......2007-05-14

rounders.......2007-05-10

this is a wonderful story about two guys who cheat at everything. A few ups and a lot of downs. hustlers to the enth degree. very entertaining

Poker Players Only?.......2007-03-25

Show - A Night in the Life of Matchbox Twenty (Explicit Version)

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Simply Awesome
Awesome
Sound Problems?
Great music
Not a huge fan of concerts DVD's...

Show - A Night in the Life of Matchbox Twenty (Explicit Version)
Starring: matchbox twenty
Manufacturer: Zoe Vision / Rounder
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B0001XAPPQ
Release Date: 2004-05-25

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Taped at the Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on June 28, 2003, Matchbox Twenty's Show depicts a hard-working rock band in its prime and in its element. The full spectacle of Matchbox Twenty's More Than You Think You Are tour comes across, from the band's world-class lights to its lock-tight playing, recorded and mixed for 5.1-channel surround and shot in gloriously film-like high-definition video under the direction of Hamish Hamilton (Madonna, U2, Jennifer Lopez).

As on record, Matchbox Twenty's acute sensitivity to pop dynamics carries the day, showcasing drummer Paul Doucette's propulsive attacks, lead guitarist Kyle Cook's vocals and fretwork, and the soulful belting of lead singer-songwriter Rob Thomas. (The less said of Thomas's occasional piano playing, the better.) The concert itself is free from interview footage and other distractions, and the 45-minute documentary included on disc 2 is candid and focused, revealing the effort required to mount and execute an arena tour.

Dolby Digital 5.1 is the best way to hear the concert, even if you collapse it to stereo, as the Dolby 2.0 tracks are marred by matrixed SRS Circle Surround 5.1 encoding. The presence of the SRS processing is confusing, given the superior Dolby-only sound and the broad household penetration of Dolby-based AV receivers. Alas, there's no DTS surround mix (as advertised in print) or CD-quality PCM stereo mix. --Michael Mikesell

Description

2-DVD set * Total running time 220 minutes - over 3« hours * 20 songs, including all their hits such as "Push," "3 AM," "Bent," "Unwell" and the current smash "Bright Lights" * Filmed in high-definition format with 17 cameras * Bonus features: 50 minute documentary, behind-the-scenes photo gallery, and two songs in multi-angle viewing format * Video presentation: 16 x 9 anamorphic widescreen * Audio options: Dolby ® Digital Stereo, Dolby ® 5.1 Surround Sound, SRS Circle Surround 5.1 Rock sensations Matchbox Twenty have sold over 25 million records, had nine #1 singles, and been nominated for four Grammy® awards. On June 28, 2003, the band gave the show of a lifetime at Philips Arena in Atlanta. Performing hit after hit, they played with the intensity of the multi-platinum artists they are, creating an intimate atmosphere reminiscent of their early club days. Show: A Night In The Life Of Matchbox Twenty captures all the nuances of this stellar live performance in incredible visual and sonic detail.

Songs Include:
1 Cold: 4:04
2 Real World: 3:53
3 All I Need: 4:40
4 Soul: 4:56
5 Disease: 3:46
6 Could I Be You: 4:39
7 3 AM: 3:52
8 Mad Season: 4:43
9 Feel: 3:30
10 Hand Me Down: 6:06
11 If You're Gone: 6:29
12 Bright Lights: 4:44
13 Bent: 4:38
14 Unwell: 5:11
15 Back to Good: 5:57
16 Downfall: 5:03
17 You're So Real: 4:17
18 So Sad So Lonely: 4:17
19 Long Day: 4:05
20 Push: 5:43

Customer Reviews:

Simply Awesome.......2007-08-12

I have never been to a MB20 concert - not because I don't want to, but because I have only recently (this year) "discovered" what a talented band Matchbox Twenty are. If they tour in Oz in the future, hey I'm there!
This DVD really highlights several things for me (as a newbie of this band):
- Rob Thomas is a truly soulful, emotional singer with an astounding vocal depth who is able to rock the stadium with his strong, gritty voice, but also to bring tenderness to the simply brilliant "If you're gone" track with Kyle on the guitar
- Rob Thomas is a truly remarkable songwriter who is able to convey simple but meaningful themes of every day life in songs through melodies and words that just work!
- Kyle Cook's guitar skills are up there. You can see he really knows what he's doing, and he sounds awesome.
- Paul Doucette is a real creative powerhouse, and his vision for the lighting for the concert really made a difference to the vibe and enjoyment of the show for all.
- Adam Gaynor and Brian Yale were the other band members, but apart from playing their respective instruments during the concert, I could'nt tell what other contributions they made.
Overall, I really enjoyed this DVD. The music from their CDs really came alive with this performance for me. Rob clearly can sing live, not like some artists who are less than impressive outside of a controlled recording studio.

Kudos to Matchbox Twenty. Long live Matchbox Twenty.

Awesome.......2007-01-04

Matchbox Twenty is one of our favorite bands and my son's favorite rock star is Rob Thomas.

Sound Problems?.......2006-12-17

I don't have any special sound system, simply a standard television and cheapo DVD player but I had no problems with the sound on the DVD as others have mentioned. With that said, this is an essential for any Matchbox 20 fan. In fact, I'm bringing it home at Christmas for my aunt who also enjoys their music but has never been to a Matchbox 20 concert.

Great music.......2006-11-20

I loved the concert but the crowd noise was a little much, kind of drowned out the music at times. Loved the songs on the DVD...Rob Thomas is a musical wonder. I also ordered the VH1 Storytellers at the same time. I liked it better. Way cool.

Not a huge fan of concerts DVD's..........2006-11-15

I'm a lover of concerts, but not live CDs and DVDs just because it usually doesn't feel the same. That said, I've been meaning to purchase one of Jason Mraz's live DVD's because I've recently become a fan. All the reviews said the sound was horrible, so I wondered if maybe it was the people reviewing it that didn't get the whole live experience. I hopped over here because SHOW is my VERY FAVORITE live DVD and I figured I'd read great reviews. You're here, so you've read all the takes on the sound being horrible and whatnot. I'm wondering what DVD they were playing because I turn it up super loud and clean my house, feeling like I'm at a real Matchbox 20 concert--and I've seen them play once, Rob Thomas himself twice--yet there are complaints.
Listen, if you like Matchbox 20, this DVD is awesome. If you don't, this DVD is still awesome. I became a real Matchbox 20 fan after seeing 'em live. Maybe people are annoyed with sound because they're jealous they weren't there screaming their heads off too...
I'm about to get that Jason Mraz live. You can tell me this wasn't helpful, but I wish I would read more reviews like this...

Raffi in Concert with the Rise and Shine Band

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A gentle soul, appropriate for all ages
Something old, new again!
Lots of entertainment for a small child

Raffi in Concert with the Rise and Shine Band
Starring: Raffi
Manufacturer: Rounder / Umgd
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B000AMJGBW
Release Date: 2005-09-20

Product Description

Raffi, the beloved children's entertainer, is joined by his loyal band in an engaging performance of 20 songs. Among the fun, educational, and highly interactive tunes performed--specifically catered to the educational needs of young children--are "Baby Beluga," "Shake My Sillies Out," "Rise and Shine," "Apple and Bananas," and "All I Really Need." In addition, a backstage glimpse of Raffi and his band preparing for the show is contained.

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Run Time: 52 minutes

Format: DVD VIDEO

Customer Reviews:

A gentle soul, appropriate for all ages.......2007-01-28

Something old, new again!.......2007-01-10

When our God-child was very young his mom purchased this item in the form of a video tape. This young man is now 21 years old. After hearing it I was hooked and have continued to introduce it to many youngsters. This past Christmas season my husband and I gave the DVD to both of our new grandsons. They will surely enjoy the gift that Raffi offers to his audience.

Lots of entertainment for a small child.......2005-08-17

This DVD was wonderful for my little sister who is 2! She thouroughly enjoyed every second of it and it kept her very occupied!

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