 "TDTEST: Best of Breed" | 2009-11-11 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1DHXS8JR195OR |
The Day The Earth Stood Still was the first s-f movie I ever saw with my dad. I was awestruck then and it gave me an appetite seldom satisfied since. The modern day version of TDTEST (with Keanu Reeves) falls far short of the original and its unforgettable score by Bernard Herrman.
This 2-disc DVD set is the only one you want. It contains not only the flawlessly restored original b&w movie from the early 50s, but HOURS of related video commentary and press releases. Other remarkable material includes behind-the-scene shots, the saucer blueprints, how GORT was made, promo art, a video of a thereminist playing the eerie prelude to TDTEST, and a reading of the original short story, "Farewell to the Master", by it's late author Harry Bates. You will never find better than this. |
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| "Duplicity" | 2009-10-24 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1YV2CU372OXNY |
| If you plan on buying the Keenu Reeves version of this movie in Blu-Ray and get the three disc version, DON'T BUY THIS DISC! IT IS INCLUDED IN THE 3 DISC VERSION OF THE NEW THEATRICAL RELEASE!The Day the Earth Stood Still (3-Disc Special Edition) [Blu-ray] |
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| "the BEST!" | 2009-10-01 |
| - Reviewed By User: A34YW1TYC2NBPW |
When I was a kid I watched this when it was a new movie.........It was great then and has stood the test of time!
If any younger folks out there have only seen the new re-do of this movie, treat yourself and make sure to see the ORIGINAL.
Also, I was very impressed with the picture quality of this movie.
One of the all time greats! |
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| "GORT...Make Sure It's Decaffeinated." | 2009-09-10 |
| - Reviewed By User: AAVK7HMPKPQVG |
Forget the goofy remake with the bloated CG, forget Keanu Reeves and his one-note acting, this right here is the real, original, honest-to-goodness sci-fi masterpiece that will continue to captivate classic cinema fans long after Neo's career careens into some vapid Disney vortex of talking dogs, crazy professors and reluctant Santa Clauses. The Day The Earth Stood Still is neither cheap, cheesy or shoddy and it didn't rely solely on the xenophobia of its day to succeed; it's a well-made, thought-provoking metaphor. The acting was "swell," especially from Michael Rennie as Klaatu, the talking was fast and special effects were highly effective despite being relatively simple. One couldn't ask for better sci-fi!
When people talk about classic sci-fi, I think War of the Worlds, Invasion of the Body Snatchers and, without hesitation, The Day The Earth Stood Still. If you're tired of the silly, action-adventures dressed up as sci-fi and you want to be challenged and provoked, do yourself a favor and grab a copy of this 2-disc set, it's a phenomenal release.
The Day The Earth Stood Still is classy, sophisticated cinema that asked the question, "Can man overcome his fearmongering, warmongering nature even in the face of impending doom?" Instead of the thinly-veiled, Red Scare propaganda of the Cold War fifties, like so many sci-fi classics are, TDTESS does its best to blur the lines of race and nationality, it's not about Americans and Russians or Black or White, it's about all of mankind. We're given the "big picture" and expected to overcome mutual misunderstandings, fear and aggression for the "greater good" of all on this planet. That's what intelligent sci-fi is all about. I cannot recommend this film enough. |
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| "The Day The Earth Stood Still - DVD" | 2009-09-03 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2TAAFL2CH550H |
| One of the best sci-fi's ever made. Great story line and powerful performances by all. The alien in this movie is scary... you will never forget the famous line " Klato Verada Nicto " once you see this film. |
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| "Still a classic" | 2009-07-05 |
| - Reviewed By scottthegeek |
After renting a long line of sci fi B movies from the 50s for fun, we rented this one to remember what real movie making was like. The acting in this movie is top notch, with Patricia Neal turning in a solid performance, with depth of character and thoughtful touches. The alien visitor, who could so easily have some across as smarmy and superior, is carried off with gravity and humor. Even the annoying boyfriend, who could have been a cardboard cutout of a character, is well-acted. All the lines are delivered convincingly, with the kind of tone and pauses that makes characters come to life. It's *fun* watching it all done well.
The special effects are good for a 1951 movie, but they aren't the main part of the story and are used sparingly. The story is a classic, and like all good sci fi, it's more about what we are like as humans than anything else. The movie drips an acid commentary on mil-think, media bias, and small minded hysteria, making it still relevant today.
Highly recommended for anyone that wants to see solid science fiction - well written, well acted, well filmed, and well edited.
If you need an antidote after watching Cat Women of the Moon, it's right here. |
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