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Summary: The Time Machine Stands the Test of Time
Review: When a sci-fi movie has the ability to enthrall you a good 43 years after its original release, then there's no better word to describe it than "classic." And that's just what The Time Machine is, a film that defies time and remains appealing even to those who weren't around, or old enough, to see it back in 1960.George Pal turns in an outstanding job in the special effects department, never more so than when Rod Taylor, as the inventor of the time machine, sees the world around him moving at fast-forward, then super-fast-forward, then hyper-fast-forward. Sitting in his machine, he sees World War I, World War II, natural disasters, rebuilding and destruction and rebuiding again and destruction again, whizzing by right before his eyes. This is certainly a feast for the viewer's eyes, as captivating now as it was then. The scientist's final stop: 802,701A.D. Civilization has gone full circle, returning to a primitive state where the Eloi (humans) are the food of the Morlocks (evolutionary throwbacks much like cavemen). There is no electricty, no vehicles, no paved roads, no buildings. The only link to the distant past is a "library" of rapidly-disintegrating books that no one even knows how to read. Naturally, our scientist-hero is appalled at what he sees, and sets out to put the Eloi back on the path towards civilization. Overall, this is a great film, well worth the price of the DVD because of the outstanding special effects and the insightful script. I would readily have given it five stars if not for one major turnoff: Rod Taylor's acting is the worst thing this side of William Shatner. I'm sure the producers could have done a better casting job than this, but I guess they decided to capitalize on his pretty face.
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Summary: Fantasy Classic Forever
Review: George Pal's classic movie is a delight from begining to end, and, surprisingly, much closer to Well's book than his great grandson's lame remake, with much creepier Morlocks. The documentary on the DVD is a mixed bag, with great stuff about what has become of the machine itself, it's rescue and restoration, and also odd stuff with Alan Young and Rod Taylor in a sequel scene that contradicts the movie. The documentary is dedicated to the memories of George Pal and Mike Minor, the latter a friend of mine who is much missed. Skip the remake and enjoy the original.
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Summary: A great sci-fi classic
Review: The Time Machine is an excellent science fiction movie about time travel that was one of the first to use special effects in great detail. An inventor, played by Rod Taylor, builds a time machine and begins to travel through time. He sees both WWI and WWII as well as 1968 during the Cold War in which he experiences a nuclear attack. The movie really picks up when he travels far into the future to a time when people are ruled by Morlocks, cannibalistic creatures who basically breed humans so they can eat them. Seeing how horrible it is, the inventor tries to free them from the wrath of the Morlocks. This is a very exciting movie that has some very good commentary on our society as a whole. Throughout the movie, the inventor sees the mindset of people as he travels through time and often how ridiculous things really are. Rod Taylor is excellent as the inventor while Yvette Minieux is gorgeous as Weena, the young woman he befriends while trying to save the Eloi from the Morlocks. The DVD offers a documentary about the film as well as a widescreen presentation which looks very good. Fans of the sci-fi genre will enjoy this classic that has great characters and even better special effects! Don't miss this sci-fi classic!
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Summary: the time machine- an intrumental classic
Review: filby plays a good role in this film
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Summary: A classic and a Masterpiece.
Review: I saw this movie when I was a kid and it stood with me ever since. I just love the film, the machine and the overall plot. It just keeps you glued to the screen wanting to know more as the movie unfold. The simple but yet clear scientifical explanation early on in the film is a great suspense setter. Overall: EXCELLENT.
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Summary: The Best Sci-Fi of all time,,even better on DVD
Review: After all these years,this movie still stands among the best,there are very few that can do that.George Pal,the director of other classics like War of the worlds and when worlds collide,does an outstanding job with effects and storyline.
well worth the price.
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Summary: the dumb machine
Review: I thought the new time machine was way better than this - just kidding.
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Summary: Believe the hype, this is one of the best!
Review: I have always been a fan of classic horror and sci-fi, but this was a movie I have always slept on. I never watched it, I thought it wasn't my type of movie. I wasn't planning on watching it, I heard how good it was, but it never came across me. One day at the store I picked it up on dvd, I popped it in the player and wow was I amazed. This movie never slows down, it's really entertaining and makes you ponder about the the future and the posibility of time travel. Of course not through that type of device he used but just time traveling general. The scenery is stunning and the effects are pleasing. Nobody has the right to dislike this movie, the story is great, the events that happen during the film are interesting and you won't be stopping it while your watching it. Nearly everyone who put down this movie either had problems with the visual/audio or have a very short attention span and no imagination. The morlocs are one race you won't forget and the same goes for the main character and his stunning lady from the future Weena, I believe that was her name. Watching this and getting back to regular life is hard because it makes life seem so dull and boring, it leaves you curious and wanting more. That's what a film should do to someone, this is a classic and in my eyes one of the best sci-fi films ever made. Great for the whole family, this is a must-have whether you're into science fiction or not. One of the most memorable films I've seen in my life! Fantastic!
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Summary: A sci-fi classic
Review: OK - the movie rocks!
First, it was a great movie with an awesome plot and the idea of time travel was explored well.
It was really entertaining. And ...... the extras were great too.
You get to see the original time machine prop restored and a lot of cool stuff. I really liked it.
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Summary: Thank you Mr. Pal
Review: Thank you Mr. Pal for giving us a classic. Rod Taylor is the Time Traveller and Alan Young is the one an only Filby. This movie is just fun to watch. I love it as well as the mini-film reunion Time Machine: The Journey Back. Rod Taylor and Alan Young back together with Whit Bissell. This little film has more heart, warmth then that so called re-make last year. I have to say it was a joke. Also, I read that Simon Wells saw the small film on the DVD and said that the Time Machine prop was made by Don Coleman. WRONG it is the real Time Machine prop owned by Bob Burns. Mr. Wells do your homework, maybe that's why your film will never be a classic. Mr. Pal's film will be here forever!!
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