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The Thing [Blu-ray]

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starring: Kurt Russell, A. Wilford Brimley

September 30, 2008
Now, this was an awesome horror movie. It had gore action and it keeps you constantly wondering who the monster is. I would recommend this for any horror movie fan.

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The Little Mermaid (Two-Disc Platinum Edition)

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starring: Rene Auberjonois, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Jodi Benson, Pat Carroll, Paddi Edwards
directed by: Ron Clements, John Musker

October 03, 2006
Sent this as a gift to a very special little girl on her birthday. She just loves the movie and I get the biggest kick out of listening to her humming the tunes. Would definately recommend this.

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Across the Universe (Two-Disc Special Edition)

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starring: Evan Rachel Wood, Jim Sturgess, Joe Anderson (VI), Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther (II)
directed by: Julie Taymor

February 05, 2008
I don't know how the critics got it so wrong when this movie came out. It was barely in the theaters long at all. Julie Taymor is such a genius & all the actors did a great job. I love the reinterpretation of the Beatles music. I don't usually buy movies, but I had to own this one.

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The Sound of Music (Two-Disc 40th Anniversary Special Edition)

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starring: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Richard Haydn, Peggy Wood, Anna Lee
directed by: Robert Wise

November 15, 2005
The musical is not my genre of choice. I prefer classic film-noirs which are about as diametrically opposed to musicals as a genre can be. That said I enjoyed The Sound of Music immensely. The songs were very moving and fit the storyline perfectly. Speaking of the story, unlike the case in a lot of musicals, the plot in The Sound of Music does not exist simply to move the film from one musical number to another. It is a truly memorable romance story that will stay with viewer long after the viewing experience. The entire cast is superb (the kids are adorable!). This was Julie Andrew's coup de grace. It deserves all the accolades (including multiple Oscars) it has received. Strongly recommended!

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It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia - Seasons 1 & 2

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starring: Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia

September 04, 2007
This series revolves around 4 friends who run a bar in Philadelphia and who go through a variety of difficult but extremely funny and often extravagant situations. I had heard of the series previously but was only convinced of buying it after seeing an intervewi with the actress. What a suprise: this is a somewhat lesscorrect version of Friends meets My Name Is Earl. I agree that this may not be correct at all since this series has no respect for conventional moarl issues such as lying about having cancer, discovering a friend's grandfather was a nazi. It also tackles the strange love men sometimes has for guns ets... In some ways it is difficult to describe and understand if you have not seen this gem of comedy.

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Arrested Development - The Complete Series (Seasons 1, 2, 3)

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November 14, 2006
I have used the words, "Best show ever!!" lightly in the past, but with this show I really mean it. Sad that as cutting edge as Fox claims to be that they canceled this show. What's worse is that no one picked them up. I supposed the fault goes to the American public for not giving it the viewership it deserved and needed to keep going.

Anyways, you should not be disappointed if you buy this show. I converted it for my iphone and carry at least 1 season loaded on it at any given time.

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Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (Widescreen & Full Screen Edition)

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starring: Frances McDormand, Amy Adams, Lee Pace, Shirley Henderson, Tim Potter
directed by: Bharat Nalluri

August 19, 2008
I really liked this movie and found it to have some very interesting little twists that made it even better. First, Miss Pettigrew who was the center of the film had very few lines and actually didn't drive the action -- instead she was the catalyst for the action. Then when it came time to make her into a "butterfly" ala Pygmalion she really didn't change into Cinderella that you would expect but turned into a mature woman dressed appropriately. Yes -- the film takes place all in a 24 hour period and thus is filled with some very unlikely character intercessions but it was fun and really unlifting. There are some good lines but no belly laughs, the screen play is well written and the cting excellent. If you are looking for a fun film with no bad ... Read More:

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Life: Season One

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starring: Adam Arkin, Damian Lewis, Robin Weigert, Brooke Langton, Sarah Shahi

September 02, 2008
My wife and I have enjoyed this immensely. I don't think we have ever enjoyed any series this much. Do you self a favor and watch this especially if you like you like cops and robbers.

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Disney Special Platinum Edition)

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starring: Roy Atwell, Stuart Buchanan, Adriana Caselotti, Marge Champion, Eddie Collins

October 09, 2001
I was so pleased to receive this dvd about five days after I ordered it!! This shipper got right on my order and mailed it to me in under a week... I look forward to making more purchases in the future, if not with this person, hopefully with someone else who is just as courteous! :) THANK YOU!

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Burn Notice - Season One

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starring: Jeffrey Donovan, Sharon Gless, Bruce Campbell

June 17, 2008
I only began watching Burn Notice because Bruce Campbell was in the mix... I've always been a fan of his... Fortunately, the other stars of the show are just as entertaining and the stories aren't half bad either.