Showing posts with label movies. Show all posts
Showing posts with label movies. Show all posts

Sunday, October 20, 2013

Pirates Of Dark Water (4 Disc)



Bare-bones DVD Set
"The Pirates of Dark Water" is a wonderful cartoon series from the 1990s. A fantasy world is endangered and dying; only one man can save it. Humanoids and monstrous creatures abound. The character designs have a distinct Arabian or Sinbad feel to them. The protagonists are not a typical do-gooders; for example, they stole their sailing ship in the first episode. And (minor) characters do perish. The animation is typical Hanna-Barbera fare, but the voice acting is distinctive and includes Tim Curry and the woman who voiced the Little Mermaid. The content is 4 or 5-star content and very enjoyable.

After so many years of VHS tapes, illegal downloads, and streaming video, this series was finally released on DVD by Warner Brothers in 2010. It is a burn-on-demand product, so it should remain in-print for a long time to come. However, the audio and video have not been remastered for this DVD. No extras have been added either. Compared to the alternatives, this DVD set...

Glitchy DVDs make watching this series IMPOSSIBLE
Disc 1 of this dvd set is defected. Once the dvd was in, the Piracy warning came up and never went away. I managed to bypass it with a bit of button finagling. It skipped into the middle of an episode. While it plays, the film hiccups every few seconds continuously. It is impossible to watch the episodes on this disc. The other discs play well aside from a sparse few glitches that crop up here and there. POS dvds, Warner Bros. POS.

The show itself is still entertaining from what I've been able to watch. It deserves a better dvd treatment.

Always The Quest!
This is truely an amazing show by Hannah Barbara from the good ol' days of 1991.

The premise is as follows: on the alien world of Mer, an evil and sentient tar-like substance known as Dark Water is threatening to envelop the entire planet, killing everyone and everything. 17 years prior to the show's start, King Primus of Octopon, the largest and most beautiful kingdom on Mer, sets out with his loyal captains to retrieve the lost Thirteen Treasures of Rule. These jewels are the only thing that can contain the Dark Water in Mer's center, where it originates.

After retrieving several of the Treasures, Primus is captured by the terrible Lord Bloth, a pirate intent on taking the Treasures for himself so HE can control the Dark Water. The rest of Primus' crew evade capture and scatter the Treasures around Mer so Bloth can't get them.

After 17 years of imprisonment aboard Bloth's massive ship, the Maelstrom, Primus escapes and manages to return to Octopon,...

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Bleach: Uncut Set 13



Just...Awesome
This is, without a doubt, one of my favorite parts of Bleach. The set includes episodes 194 - 205, and the battles in these twelve episodes are just phenomenal. In this set we get to see the Espada battle some pretty powerful Soul Reapers and it is just fantastic. This set continues the main story line with Ichigo and the others fighting their way through Hueco Mundo after Grimjow's defeat. We are also given the chance to delve into Nel's past and her relationship with the Espada. Two episodes in is one of my favorite scenes in Bleach and I won't spoil it for anyone who hasn't seen it yet, but lets just say one side gets some pretty awesome reinforcements.

I know that these smaller releases have been debated on a lot of other reviews and I think the motivations for this have been examined thoroughly enough that I feel I have nothing new to add. I will not spend my money on the separated Bount Arc but good episodes like these I will not pass up on.

In conclusion...

Wrong aspect ratio
I'm not here to talk about the price, that has been talked about to death. I'm here to talk about the false advertising of uncut. They crop these episodes from the original 16x9 format to 4x3, which is just weird. I mean, we are in a 16x9 for everything format. And yes, it does make a difference. Characters body and heads are cut off. Words are cut off when they show the opening episodes cards. If any anime fans remember the whole crop fiasco of Dragon ball z from 4x3 to 16x9. Well, this is the same thing, but in reverse. I hope Viz fixes these on future releases, although the last 2 sets have been this way as well. Viz is only getting worse by: first the lack of extras, second, the price and less episodes, and third the crop of widescreen to 4x3. Viz do not care about there customers.

Nell saves the day
After defeating Grimmjow, Ichigo is being clobbered by Nnoitorra. Just before Ichigo is killed Nell transforms into her former self. She was a high ranked Aspada before she was betrayed and cast out. At the same time 4 Soul Reaper Captains come to save the stragglers in Las Noches. This volume of Bleach is awesome and totally unexpected. There is some awesome stuff packed into this box set. You really need to check it out.

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Saturday, October 19, 2013

Fundamentals of Odissi Dance (PAL formatted)



Great practice tool
I love this DVD. Very clearly explained and easy to follow. A very good practice aid for a total beginner or a trained professional.

Excellent!!!
This DVD was very well made - from it's organization of the movements to the execution of dance technique. It covers a good spectrum of material to be an excellent practice tool for the beginner as well as the experienced dancer. I highly recommend it.

Excellent resource!
This video is neatly divided up into DVD Chapters for head movements, neck movements, hand gestures, arm positions, steps, etc. It is easy to navigate to each section using the DVD Menu.

In each section the dancer demonstrates each step while someone calls out the name of each step. It goes from step 1 to step 2 to step 3 etc continuously, so it can also be used to follow along doing the movements as a practice session (or can be used like an encyclopedia to watch)

The video image quality and audio cues are good quality too.

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SAP CRM 7.0 Live Video Training



Best and affordable SAP CRM in the Market.
This training video is very thorough and precise. The information is very detailed and up to date. If you want to learn SAP CRM buy this video!





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Ibrahim Farrah Presents Rare Glimpses Dances From The Middle East



Rare Glimpses DVD
Great DVD! Very educational and informative! Each dance was authentic, inspiring and so well executed. The 5 different dances were so unique,
and take you from The United States all the way to Lebanan, Morocco, and Egypt, and include different eras and genres. It is difficult for me to choose a favorite amongst them; they were all superb and special!. Ibrahim Farrah's narration between each number ties the different threads together, and is enlightening and fascinating! Leeza

essential purchase for lovers of Middle Eastern Dance
This video release really lives up to its title as it brings together five extremely rare film segments
of Middle Eastern dance, as introduced and edited by Ibrahim Farrah, certainly one of the foremost American authorities
on Middle Eastern/North African dance. The initial segment is the famous footage shot by Thomas Edison in 1897 of Fatima, an authentic traditional North African dancer, who reputedly performed at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. It is a "glimpse" indeed but precious--the earliest known footage of this style of dancing.. There are two segments of the guedra, a trance dance, presented-- one shot in 1950 in Morocco and the other a theatrical presentation featuring the dancer Jajouka, choreographed by Farrah. The Moroccan footage is especially precious as the guedra is normally danced as part of communal celebrations and is not presented for entertainment. So seeing authentic guedra is not readily available to people who live outside the relevant culture. Then...



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Friday, October 18, 2013

High Plains Drifter [DVD + Digital Copy] (Universal's 100th Anniversary)



One of the best and most original westerns of all time.
"High Plains Drifter" (1973) is one of the best and most original westerns of all time. It is also of of the best films that Clint Eastwood has ever made. It was only the second film that Eastwood ever directed, yet it is a western masterpiece, as it funnels all of the violent, harsh, and brutal images and themes that were first seen in the Sergio Leone spaghetti westerns (which made Eastwood an international star) into one picture. No other film blurrs the lines of good and evil like this one. No other film has humor that is so dark and so black. No other film tests and re-defines the nature of screen heroism, as Eastwood plays his darkest and most enigmatic character ever. This film strips the western to its most brutal, raw, violent, and merciless essence, revealing the old West to be a truly immoral and corrupt land. Eastwood's compulsive, surrealistic imagery is both haunting and powerful, and it works in pefect tandem with Dee Barton's eerie score...

High Plains Drifter - Another great Eastwood western!
In this classic western, Clint Eastwood performs admirably as producer, director and of course starring in the lead role. High Plains Drifter is an excellent tale that highlights Eastwood's talents in this genre, whether it's his "Stranger" type aura or the clipped but poignant lines. This great western has a superb script and exceptional performances by Eastwood and the other actors. Its surreal style, unexpected plot twists and great camera angles serve well to enhance this movies overall appearance. I do not normally comment on the soundtrack for films however, in this case I feel compelled to because I felt the soundtrack for this one is a perfect accoutrement to the overall feel of the movie!

The premise:

A lone stranger rides into town and is immediately set upon by some of the locals. Unfortunately for these rough locals, they've picked the star of the movie in Clint Eastwood to aggravate and they receive his quick six shooter justice for their efforts. The locals,...

Hell On Earth
"How do you know what the world is like? Do you know the world is a foul sty? Do you know, if you rip off the fronts of houses that you'd find swine? The world's a hell."

No, those lines are not from Clint Eastwood's 1973 masterpiece "High Plains Drifter." Actually, they were spoken by Joseph Cotten in Alfred Hitchcock's 1943 suspense movie, "Shadow of a Doubt." But no other words can better capture the essence of this darkest and bleakest of Westerns.

Clint Eastwood reprises his most famous role, "The Man With No Name" that made him a household name in such Sergio Leone movies as "For a Few Dollars More" and "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." Some people claim this movie as a "revisionist Western," but to me it is a little more complicated than that. "High Plains Drifter" is a harrowing admixture of elements from such disparate works as "High Noon," "Peyton Place," "The Count of Monte Cristo" and Dante's "Inferno."

When the Man With No Name comes riding into the Texas hamlet...

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Thursday, October 17, 2013

Dream Center: Disney Area With Paul Benjamin and Ishah Wright (Promotional)



I love it plus all seem to, too!
I really love it, and all have said the same who have seen it. This has been aired on TVGuide.com and more! Ishah Wright is spectacular! Everyone should buy this!





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Sony A57 Instructional DVD by QuickPro Camera Guides



Okay just wish it went into more detail
The DVD is well done and covers a lot of material. The only complaint I had was it just touched on the features of the camera. I would have liked more detail and explanations of what the settings did. Maybe that is the next DVD.

Sony A57 Instructional DVD by QuickPro review
Good DvD for for beginners like me, covers all the major functions and includes tips and tricks in a simple and easy to understand language.



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Ultimate Factories Collection Volume Two (2 Discs)



See how an American icon is Manufactured
Detailed, inside look at how F150s are built in Dearborn. Kind of like going on a factory tour without the plane ride!

Why i purchased the Porsche Panamera
After watching the Ultimate Factories about the Porsche plant, i told my wife, someday i will buy that car. We just bought the Panamera 4S. it is the finest automobile i have ever driven. It will be my last car purchase.

J Michael Keckler

AWESOME FACTORIES
I enjoyed watching this series. It shows you what it takes to bring a product to the market. Only big companies can put the money and the skills necessary to market a good product.

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Divination



More of a micro budget movie then low budget
Nuthing much happened till about 30 minutes in (felt like college students with a hd video camera through the first act) ... after that is was "ok" from a hd video extreme low budget movie viewpoint. If you do get it ... don't give up till you get in 20 to 30 minutes (or just skip quickly through the first 20 minutes). Some ok "college" type actors are intermixed with decent secondary actors. Sound was ok.

Excellent film...meet your father at the tree...
This is an excellent film in my opinion and isn't your 'typical' Christian or inspirational film despite definitely being appealing to those genres. The characters were realistic and the special effects were great. This is an indie film about spiritual warfare but it's done in such a way that it's not preachy or overly religious despite strong implications so it won't 'beat anyone over the head' so to speak. The acting was wonderfully done as well and hopefully the actors will all have long and healthy careers ahead of them along with the film crew as well. I definitely recommend this film to anyone who likes a good suspenseful film about angels and demons.

You Got Me
I have to say that this time some of the reviews for Divination got me. "It is a must see", etc .I always read customers reviews before I buy or rent a movie. I did it this time for this movie and most of the reviews were positive, so I decided to rent it; wrong decision. This movie is quite boring. The performance of the cast is mediocre. The more you watch the more you want it to be over. I was lucky it was only a rental, though.

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Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Nikon D3200 Instructional DVD by QuickPro Camera Guides



Very informative.
This video is to go with your owners manual. I found it useful to learn more about my camera, mainly for two reasons. The first reason is that it goes more in-depth than the manual and explains the functions. Second is that I personally learn better by watching than reading. I gave it it four stars because I feel the man speaks too quickly. I guess they had a time limit and had to get as much information as possible with in that time period. It is almost an hour and a half, if he had spoken slower I guess it could be more like two hours. At least I can watch it over and over, so it's like having a guy explain your camera to you for an hour and a half as many times as you want. I'd recomend it, especially if your an amature photographer, which you probably are if you're using an entry level dslr like me. In short it is a very informative dvd, I just wish he would have spoke a little slower.





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The Hedgehog



Great film
bluntreview (dot) com says: France is usually the place to find small amazing films. This is no exception. The Hedgehog tiptoes through a few lives. The lens and players quietly sharing moments that ultimately ad up to a film that leaves you feeling...literally feeling. And these days saying a film raised an emotion (other than excitement due to an energetic edit or hyper sound system) says a lot.

Story goes...Little Paloma (Garance Le Guillermic) is facing another birthday. She will be twelve. She has decided not to be twelve. She is planning to kill herself as she feels death is nothing. Paloma is a deeply introverted brooding - but charming - child.

She is also a rich child in a rich home. Her family is busy with their own dramas (imagined and real). They know Paloma is there, but not who she is.

With her father's old video camera Paloma begins to document what she has determined will be her last 165 days. A child of Nietzsche-esque tendencies...

LIFE-AFFIRMING
This very French, life-affirming film about the unlikely friendship between a precocious 11 year old determined to end her life on her 12th birthday and the gruff super or concierge of the Parisian building in which her family lives caught me by surprise. Based on Muriel Barbery's "The Elegance of the Hedgehog," this film gets everything just about right as the young girl discovers that life itself holds secrets if one risks connecting with another. Even if that person has a harsh, gruff exterior. This terrifically entertaining movie plays with darkness, light and grace.

Excellent movie!
I read the book and today I watch the movie. Both are excellent, something rarely seen. It's a story about waking up to life, sprinkled with colorful and deep reflections. Highly recommend.

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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Deliverance (1972) (BD) [Blu-ray]



A classic thriller has been remastered and loaded with extras
This DVD is the 35th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of the film. One of the great things about Deliverance is that, even though it is an adventure filmed in the 1970's, it has managed to not age like a 70's film. It is both depressing and edge-of-your-seat suspenseful at the same time. The four leads do a tremendous job of playing the parts of urban dwellers who want a weekend of adventure in the wilds of Georgia and wind up getting far more than they bargained for. It has much to say about what it takes to make a man uncivilized and whether or not there is a bit of savagery in all of us, despite how domesticated we may be in predictable situations. Past these observation I won't rehash the plot elements since just about everybody on earth knows the details, and if you don't I won't spoil it for you. The film is newly remastered and will have many special features which include:

Commentary by John Boorman - Director Boorman discusses the adventures, the team, the controversy...

What REALLY happened on the Cahulawassee River?
When it comes to fictional survival stories, few can approach the sheer grueling brutality of DELIVERANCE. Brilliantly adapted by James Dickey from his best-selling book and superbly directed by John Boorman (POINT BLANK, HOPE AND GLORY), this is a tremendous endeavor. So much so that horror writer Stephen King and Boorman's fellow director Stanley Kubrick both expressed a tremendous admiration of it.

As pretty much everyone knows, DELIVERANCE focuses on four Atlanta businessmen (Burt Reynolds, Jon Voight, Ned Beatty, Ronny Cox) who decide to take a canoe trip down the Cahulawassee River in the Appalachian Mountains of northern Georgia before it is dammed up into a lake. It is apparent, however, that the local folk don't take kindly to these "city boys" messing around in their woods. And when Voight and Beatty are sexually assaulted at gunpoint by a pair of sadistic rednecks (Bill McKinney, Herbert "Cowboy" Coward), in the infamous "SQUEAL!!"...

They don't make 'em like they used to...
Director John Boorman's exciting, brutal, brooding, explosive and violent masterpiece remains one of Hollywood's most intelligent takes on the complex, contradictory cultures of American manhood, otherwise the more familiar preserve of directors like Sam Peckinpah and Walter Hill. Based on James Dickey's novel, Deliverance roots itself assuredly in fascinating and provocative dualities: liberal modernity and backwoods barbarism; beauty and violence; kindness and cuelty; morality and pragmatism and, atmospherically, the existential and the visceral - situating it a distinct cut above the average Hollywood action adventure output. Four suburban friends - career-best performances from Reynolds, Voight, Beatty and Cox - take one last alpha-male shot at canoeing the mighty Cahulawassee river - just as it is set to be flooded - literally and figuratively - by the needs, culture and infastructure of the New South as it rolls unforgivingly through what's left of the countryside.Just as their...

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Needless Complete Collection [Blu-ray]



Surprisingly Entertaining And Enjoyable Series With Good Story Too
While I wasn't expecting a great series it still actually surprised me at how entertained I did find it, the series feels like a mix of Naruto/Bleach/Ranma mixed together and while as expected there is a ton of fan service in the series the story and action made the series a lot more entertaining then first expected. The set gives you the entire series as well as the special OVA's as well, and while a little pricey($60.00)the series feels worth the price, though I'd advise people to check a few episodes online first just to make sure this is a anime series you'd enjoy. The animation and soundtrack fit nicely together and the voice cast did a very good job in their character roles, also yes unlike the first release this set does have the subbed and dubbed audio tracks. Other then the OVA's the extras aren't anything to shout about just the usual textless intro/ending songs and some trailers.Unlike another series I recently purchased many of these characters do endear themselves to...

Very Entertaining
I purchased this video based on its description without first watching it online. While it started off different than most that I normally watch, I found it entertaining enough that I actually had to stay up very late to watch it all the way thru.

The 24 episodes cover the story very well. It is organized in mostly chronological order, although story background is covered in several sections by having entire episodes dedicated to fully covering the background stories of various characters.

The focus of the story is a basic struggle against oppression with a very healthy dose of fan service included. Lots of magical powers, panty shots and humor mixed together well. Not recommended for kids.

love it
the colors are bright and strong. i love the first parts theme song modern strange cowboy.

Breif overview*spoilers*
the place of this anime is set in japan after a bomb goes of and creates a sot in the land were things are .. different. people with strange powers appear and fight to control this area now called the black spot, which is under control of a pharmaceutics company called simion controlled by the villian. the people with odd powers are "needless" and have a fractal or power they use. the beginning and ending animations make this show look pervy but at most it shows a bouncing boob or girls bending over and having a tight butt. mainly girls are small with small breasts so this isnt a common factor.

the main charater is normal oddly enough and is searching for his sister with the help of his friends and is going to defeat simion. for some reason reminds me of gurren laggen dont know why. anyway its great, comedy,action,romance anime and you will...

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Hollywood Tours IN 3D DVD



DVD Amazon Instant Video version was made for Red and Blue 3D glasses not for the new 3D TVS
Hi the DVD Amazon Instant Video version was made for Red and Blue 3d glasses not for the new 3d TVS you have to buy the Blu-ray version for new 3D TVS the video and 3D effects are 1920x1080 wide Screen





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Book of Bantorra Collection 2



Book of Bantorra Collection 2
I had to think about this for awhile before writing the review. Obviously if anyone bought Collection 1 you have to buy Collection 2 to see the end of
the story. So this is not about whether anyone should purchase Collection 2 or not. My problem was what exactly do I say about Collection 2. The focus
is more on the Nolity character depicted on the cover artwork. But it soon takes a much darker tone I than even part one. I'm not going to spoil the
storyline so that's all I will say. It's how the story is wrapped up and brought to conclusion that had me scratching my head. In ancient Greece when
a playwrite couldn't decide how to end the story they would lower another actor to the stage on a platform as if he where a messenger decending from the
gods. Simply as a diversion so the audience wouldn't feal cheated in some way. I think the expression for that is "deus ex machina". Anyway I sort of
feal that is what happens at the end of Bantorra. Which accounts...

The Book of Bantorra Collection 2
The second collection was cool, very unique and interesting.A little humor, I have to admit the ending is an unforgettable I've never seen a ending like that. You will never regret buying The Book of Bantorra anime. It's that good

top notch
Excellent series and story with a newer bent. It's hard to find really superb titles anymore that aren't regurgitated plots from at least something that's already been done - but BofB pulls it off. I love Hamyuts, even her name...she is a bad-ass from the start (yes, we've seen the ultra strong female leads - she's just different.)

The story quickly, is about some rough and tumble "cosmic librarians" that help control the "books" we leave behind after dying. Throw in the bad guys who want "X" book for their own reasons and it's a 100%, full time job. Add a little "crazy as hell" acting director Hamyuts Maseta of the librarians, and we get some truly organic and quite spectacular fight scenes. (Without spoiling anything you can see, while our character line up cares about their respective jobs, most are in it just as much for the ability to throw a beating...and they're very good at it!) You have to wait a little while to see the back stories but it's well worth it...

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Monday, October 14, 2013

Singin' In the Rain: 60th Anniversary Ultimate Collector's Edition (BD/DVD Combo) [Blu-ray]



Review of the 2012 Single-Disc Blu-ray of this American movie classic!
First off, I need to point out that Amazon does have this odd policy of grouping ALL reviews of ALL versions and editions of a film in one place. So when a film is restored or reissued the reviews are grouped with the others. There are over400 reviews for "Singing in the Rain" here and they stretch back as far as 1998 and as recent as July 2012. Reviews are automatically sorted by the "Most Helpful" first and - while I hope you will find my review helpful - I do encourage you to look at the date of any review you read and compare it with the "release date" of the edition you are looking to purchase. With that said, I'll move on to my review.

I'll go along nearly everyone who treasures "Singin in the Rain" in saying it is probably one of the most important films ever made and the top musical. It's also the most entertaining 103 minutes you'll se on the screen. Sure there is smart dialogue, but the film boasts a compendium of wonderful "hit songs" that were all succeses even...

Like seeing it again for the first time
Most people who are reading this review know how awesome "Singin' in the Rain" is, so I won't review the film, but rather I'll limit the review to the 60th Anniversary Blue-ray disc. I watched this on a 70" Sharp Aquos HDTV. What an experience! In a darkened room, with a giant bucket of coronary-inducing self-popped (not microwave) buttered popcorn (with real butter, thank you) and an enhanced sound system, I was transferred to a time that I hadn't experienced since I was a little kid. The blue-ray transfer is breathtaking with the brillant color, clarity, and sound. It was like watching a brand new film. This is how audiences originally saw the film 60 years ago. The commentary track was very informative, though it was recorded a few years ago, since some of the contributers are now deceased. The added features are excellent. I like the 'jukebox' feature, which allows you to watch just the musical numbers of your choice. If you only have a little time, but you need a quick uplifting...

WOW
If they would ever give out awards for Blu-ray.....This would be the one to take it.
I have a couple hundred Blu-ray discs and I, personally, think this is the best disc that was ever pressed. I've seen Singing In The Rain in the theater, on VHS, on Bata Max, CED videodisc, Laser Disc and DVD. But, WOW, I have never seen this movie look and sound so good. You've got to see it! WOW!

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Protect the Boss



Amazing!
This is an excellent romantic comedy! I laughed every episode. There are so many funny parts and awkward, juicy moments.

The characters are all so likeable--even the ones you detest in the beginning. You wind up liking everybody in the series by the time you get to the end, and you're kind of rooting for them all. The relationships between the characters are really deep and realistic too.

My only complaint is that it drags out a little toward the end and gets a bit serious for an episode or two. But then it gets its light-hearted air back and has a really nice ending that ties up all the loose ends.

I highly recommend Protect the Boss to anyone who's looking for an all-ages, light-hearted, fun, romantic series. You'll really like it!

Protect the Boss
Excellent K-drama. The storyline was great, about a young lady from the rough side of town who just wants to make a decent living. I loved the idea of having a "wrestler" (a female) as her best friend and the both of them being tough-as-nails. The immature, eccentric rich man with a phobia (anxiety attacks) was hilarious. All-in-all, the drama kept me in front of the television screen. The entire cast was great, the two leads - Choi Gang-Hee and Ji Sung - were unknown actors to me. I now look for their names. Protect the Boss is so worth its cost. It is a great comedy-love story.

Love it!
It was such a refreshing to watch this drama. It had a different concept then the usual dramas. I loved every episode from the beginning through the end.

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Videomaker's How To: Directing and Pre-Production



Right On
I was impressed by this DVD. It's short but straight to the point. It's what they teach in the film making course here at the College. If you stick closely to these guidelines it should improve performance on any set. I've been with a College group for a while and when they get lax on these guidelines the shoots last twice as long as they should.





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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Hit Down Dammit! Golf Instruction



A Must Watch
Clive Scarff covers everything about the golf swing. In my opinion, this tape is for every level of golfer including teaching professionals and coaches at all levels. This tape is about the golf swing that is used in pitching and hitting full shots. I encourage golf coaches to play this tape for their students and have a question and answer period afterwards. The production was done very well and the background of Glen Abbey Club House and practice facility is stunning. The questions at the end that are asked by golfers are very important. When our inch of snow melts, my thoughts before my next golf swing will be to hit down dammit and throw my right hand at the ball. I will never worry about lifting my head, keeping my eye on the ball, sweeping my long irons, a high finish, or moving my head again. I will also hit down on my driver. Thanks, Keith Dunkelbarger--Pekin, Illinois

Hit Down, indeed..
I bought the e book 'Hit Down, Dammit!', years ago. My rating is really based more on the book, but the video conveys the concepts just as well. This is a true 'panacea' for the average golfer.

Some good content but not well edited
There are some useful concepts in this video but it is poorly edited. Too many unnecessary transitions between each topic. For example, the instructor will talk for about 30 seconds on a topic and then the transition to the next topic takes about 15 seconds. I'm exaggerating a bit but I felt like I was waiting too long to hear the next topic. It annoyed me. And then when I finally did, the takeaway was to just "hit down." There were some other concept he taught that were contrary to what most instructors teach like the right hand goes along for the ride or ball position should be the same for every club. Its worth checking out and learn what you can.

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