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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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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 ... Read More:

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The Women (Keepcase)

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starring: Norma Shearer, Joan Crawford, Rosalind Russell, Mary Boland, Paulette Goddard
directed by: George Cukor

June 14, 2005
Great movie! I highly recommend renting it if you enjoy classics or if you are simply looking for a highly entertaining movie to watch. If you enjoyed the current release, you'll love the original version of "The Women" even better.

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Young Frankenstein

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starring: Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Marty Feldman, Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman

September 05, 2006
I can't resist this movie. This is a classic comedy that I've watched over and over through the years. We're huge fans of Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle and Madeline Kahn. They're characterizations are so hilarious. If you're looking for a first rate comedy, this one is worth your time.

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Flight of the Conchords - The Complete First Season

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starring: Jemaine Clement, Bret McKenzie

November 06, 2007
I loved this show but kept missing it on HBO so I was really happy when I saw it on sale on Amazon.
This show is very funny but I also realize that it's humor may not appeal to everyone.
And the songs were great.

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Midsomer Murders Set 11

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starring: Midsomer Murders

October 07, 2008
I've just received "set 11" of the MIdSomer Murders series. Unfortunately, I believed it was "series 11" -- turns out it is only "series 9" which was filmed in 2005. Series 11 aired this past year.
I would think that you would match your SET Numbers with the Series Numbers. I've waited all this time to receive these DVD's only to find out that I've already seen them 3 years ago...

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House, M.D. - Season Three

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starring: Hugh Laurie, Omar Epps, Lisa Edelstein, Robert Sean Leonard, Jennifer Morrison

August 21, 2007
I love House the charecter, but the story lines are getting old. Seems like the same show over and over again. It is also time for a change as Cameron, Chase and Foreman are getting annoying.

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Centennial: The Complete Series

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starring: Centennial

July 29, 2008
I too had this on VHS for many years and was thrilled when it became available on DVD. I've watched it countless times and never grow tired of it. Undoubtably it's the best mini-series ever made, and all the James Michener books are a good lesson in history. He, himself, was a true American treasure. This film has a cast of characters you will always remember.

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Private Practice: The Complete First Season

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starring: Private Practice
directed by: tbd

September 16, 2008
I was instantly addicted to this show when it came out on its own. When there were bits and pieces thrown into Grey's Anatomy (end of season 3) I didn't care for it. But, I love this show now and forever! I was soooo disappointed when the writer's strike interfered with the show, and then it didn't come back to finish the season!! I can't wait til season 2 starts and I find out what happens with Addison and the cop...and Addison and Pete!

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CSI: Crime Scene Investigation - The Eighth Season

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starring: Marg Helgenberger, Jorja Fox

October 14, 2008
Tied with season six as my favorite. Sara's always been my favorite character, and I loved seeing her character even more this season, although she left in "Goodbye and Good Luck". I thought that episode, along with the season six episode, "The Unusual Suspect" was extraordinary.