Thank goodness on DVD else the VHS tape would wear from repeat viewings (13 titles)
My list of DVDs that have been essential purchases and I could watch forever. Thank goodness I do not have to keep these on VHS otherwise I would wear the tapes out from so many repeat viewings.
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The Lord Of The Rings - The Fellowship Of The Ring - Extended Version
There are lots of superlatives in English and I suspect most of them have been used to praise this film. A good story implemented (by all involved) with talent, hard work and love. The ultimate fantasy film.
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The Lord Of The Rings - The Fellowship O...
(3 discs)
on DVD
(2001)
Starring: Sean Astin, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Bean
Director: Peter Jackson
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With THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, director Peter Jackson has achieved a meticulous and captivating adaptation of the first book of J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy trilogy. The setting is Middle-earth, a mythological land populated by elves, dwarves, humans, and the gentle, ..read more »
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from 36,984 members
Aliens
A difficult task picking this from the series but it emerges victorious after careful consideration. James Cameron directs and Sigourney Weaver has a big gun. Plenty of alien-splattering action. The director's cut has a few nice extras - get this version if you can.
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Aliens
on DVD
(1986)
Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Carrie Henn, Michael Biehn
Director: James Cameron
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Ripley (Sigourney Weaver), the sole survivor from the original ALIEN, is awakened after 57 years of drifting through space, her stories disbelieved by Company executives who tell her that the alien's planet is now inhabited and colonized. When contact is suddenly lost with the colonists, Ripley ..read more »
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from 40,145 members
Deep Rising
A little known gem that deserves your time. A homage to the best creature features in cinema it is carried off very tongue-in-cheek by the great cast. A top adventure title.
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Deep Rising
on DVD
(1998)
Starring: Treat Williams, Famke Janssen, Wes Studi
Director: Stephen Sommers
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Aboard the luxury liner Argonautica, a mysterious and deadly presence makes mincemeat of vacationing passengers, leaving only a handful of terrified survivors adrift at sea. Enter a mercenary sailor and his crew, who board the ship in hopes of pilfering its riches--but instead find themselves the ..read more »
62%
from 2,389 members
The Princess Bride
The original and the best fairytale movie. Full of heroic action, adventure and true love. Does not get better than this. Has countless quotes that have become timeless classics. A magical treat for all the family. If you need cheering up or just feel ill - put this on and the world will be a better place.
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The Princess Bride
on DVD
(1987)
Starring: Cary Elwes, Peter Falk, Mandy Patinkin
Director: Rob Reiner
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Director Rob Reiner breathes vividly colored cinematic life into William Goldman's THE PRINCESS BRIDE, effectively evoking the wondrous, wide-eyed spirit of the witty 1973 novel. When a sick boy (Fred Savage) receives a visit from his doting grandfather (Peter Falk) who intends to read to him from ..read more »
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from 25,938 members
The Mummy
The ultimate ride comes in three parts (so far!) and this is the first. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz make the perfect couple as they defeat the mummy and take you on a wild ride through the legend of the mummy. Action, romance, top-class special effects and a happy ending.
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The Mummy
on DVD
(1999)
Starring: Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, John Hannah
Director: Stephen Sommers
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In the 1920s, a group of archaeologists led by adventurer Rick O'Connell (Brendan Fraser) discovers the mummified body of Imhotep, an Egyptian priest who was cursed for falling in love with the Pharoah's mistress. When they accidentally resurrect him, the battle for survival begins, as the mummy ..read more »
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from 23,734 members
Stardust
A magical journey that just warms the soul. A brilliant fairytale that has true love, pirates, wicked sisters, magic and sword fights. It will always be compared with The Princess Bride and while it does not have so many memorable catchphrases or quotable lines, it is just as good. If Chicken Soup for the soul were a film, this would be it. Claire Danes is simply radiant. One for all the family.
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Stardust
on DVD
(2007)
Starring: Claire Danes, Charlie Cox, Michelle Pfeiffer
Director: Matthew Vaughn
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Director Matthew Vaughn (LOCK, STOCK, AND TWO SMOKING BARRELS) takes his experience with credible crime capers and applies it to the fantasy genre in this charming but not too precious adaptation of Neil Gaiman's novel. The many threads of the story intertwine seamlessly, unfolding at an unforced ..read more »
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from 79,979 members
Underworld
The battle between vampires and werewolves has been going on for some time. Watch the best version. Strikes the perfect balance between horror, action and adventure. The film is also intelligent enough to give some context to the age-old battle and gives depth to each of the warring sides. Love it!
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Underworld
on DVD
(2003)
Starring: Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Shane Brolly
Director: Len Wiseman
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In UNDERWORLD, a dark and Gothic monster action movie, vampires and lycans--an ancient form of werewolf--are at war. While the vampires inhabit a gigantic castle that houses their ancestors' tombs, the lycans live underground in a dilapidated sewer cave. Both teams are equipped with big guns, and ..read more »
65%
from 39,066 members
Hancock
Big Will Smith plays the hard living super who agrees to clean up his act. In comes the PR guy to help him and the transformation is complete. Brilliant special effects, a great story: Smith and Charlize Theron make an amazing couple. A brilliant film if a little frustrating - the film was just way too short! This would make a great franchise - first the prequel with the backstory and then the sequel with all the super hero goodness for everyone to enjoy.
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Hancock
on DVD
(2008)
Starring: Will Smith, Jason Bateman, Charlize Theron
Director: Peter Berg
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A hard-living superhero (Smith) who has fallen out of favour with the public enters into a questionable relationship with the wife (Theron) of the public relations professional (Bateman) who's trying to repair his image.
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from 75,971 members
Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone
Built on the shoulders of the excellent books, the first film was spot-on. Great special effects and a magical storytelling make this a definite (cinema, buy, watch) film. While the story alone is strong enough, the stunning supporting cast is the icing on the proverbial cake.
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Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone
on DVD
(2001)
Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson
Director: Chris Columbus
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American director Chris Columbus (HOME ALONE) brings the magic of British author J.K. Rowling's beloved best-selling fantasy novel to life in "Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone". Eleven-year-old orphan Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) finds his world turned upside down when he discovers that, ..read more »
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from 41,088 members
True Lies
Schwarzeneggar's finest hour. He plays the superspy with the family commitments and the secret identity. Yes, it is a definite poke at Bond but certainly done with style. As usual, lots of of guns and explosions and humour which the Bond films lack. An early appearence for Eliza Dushku and Jamie Lee Curtis who proves without a doubt she is one hot babe.
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True Lies
on DVD
(1994)
Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jamie Lee Curtis, Bill Paxton
Director: James Cameron
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Super-secret-agent Harry Tasker (Arnold Schwarzenegger) has a wife (Jamie Lee Curtis) who thinks he's just a boring salesman--so she has an affair with a salesman who claims he's a secret agent. This confusion mushrooms into a global crisis as Tasker and his wife are caught in the middle of a ..read more »
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from 24,005 members
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