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Summary: This movie is a black hole.
Review: I saw it on video last night, mainly for nostalgic reasons -- I saw it as a kid when it first was released on the big screen. And for those who similarly want to recapture something of their childhood, I offer only encouragement. But make no mistake, this is a horrible movie. I'm sure the special effects were good in their time, but they're pretty unimpressive today. That's not the problem, though. The script is horrible. The acting is horrible. The music is HORRIBLE. The only good thing about this movie is Maximilian Schell, and even his lines are totally cliche. But at least he's fun to listen to. Let's agree, this movie was really, really bad. -- BM
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Summary: The Black Hole
Review: Where's the great animated Disney short "Mickey Mouse Disco" that preceded the movie? Since they skipped it, the movie gets four stars for its incomprehensive ending (Is Reinhardt an angel?) and decent special effects.
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Summary: The Black Hole- Not a bad little movie
Review: Okay. Make no mistake. This is not Star Wars or Star Trek. It has elements of both, but this film comes out on it's own. I saw it for the first time way back in 1979, and I have the video cassette. This movie usually gets shortchanged. The acting is not the best, the script leaves little to be desired, but the overall presence of the score,special effects, and art direction more than make up for the imperfections. The cast and direction are'nt bad either, but the film can be a little slow at times. Still, I would recommend that all sci-fi fans give this movie a chance and see it at least once. I think you'll enjoy it.
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Summary: JOURNEY INTO THE BLACK HOLE..............................
Review: This movie is truly one of the forgotten classics of the 1970's. Nobody seemed to remember this movie except those of us who truly loved it when we were children. What kid could forget the menacing presence of the robot Maximillion or the creepiness of the mysterious humanoids, not to mention the black hole itself. The only problem that I have with this movie (now that I'm an adult) is that it never seems to decide whether or not to be sophisticated adult sci-fi or shoot'em up kiddie-fare. It tends to flip flop back and forth with slightly irritating results (did I forget to mention the animated looking eyes sported by V.I.N.CENT and old B.O.B.?) It may not feature the greatest script or the best dialog, but who cares! The special-effects are what really steal the show. The ghostly Cygnus lingering on the event horizon of a black hole and the Palomino's subsequent exploration are superbly rendered. Also worth noting is the journey into the black hole and the visually impressive renditions of Heaven and Hell (which features some of composer John Barry's most memorable and eery music). This long awaited remastered DVD edition is really breath-taking. The picture is so clear and crisp that you can see the wires that the robots are suspended on. I only wish that Disney would learn to release DVDs with more bonus features (audio commentary, interviews, TV spots, etc.). If you are interested in bonus material, I would suggest the Limited Collector's Edition which features the wide-screen video, 9 movie lobby cards, a 44 page booklet, and a really cool looking tin featuring a scene of the Cygnus on the lid. The booklet is packed with all sorts of interesting things such as interviews with director Gary Nelson and matte artist Harrison Ellenshaw, tons of pictures and artwork, the script for the abondoned alternate ending, a reprint of the original Pressbook, and more. The DVD edition only gets four stars due to its failure to include these truly informative extras!
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Summary: An Amazing Film...
Review: I didn't see "The Black Hole" till 1995. I rented an almost warn-out Disney VHS copy from a local video store. It was a good film back when I saw it. Just last year I bought it on DVD, and the quality was much better than the Disney VHS copy (and the DVD is in widescreen ... a plus there). Now some people say this film stink, that it's just a sci-fi movie rip-off. If you know the ending is really about, you'll say this is the most screwed-up Disney film of all time and it's now one of my favorite films of all time. But I can't tell you the details on this ending cause people who haven't seen this film are looking at the page. If you have a DVD Player, you should pick up this movie. It has a nice transfer, nice DD 5.1 sound, and some good extras. I recommend this film if your a big movie buff or love Sci-Fi.
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Summary: Fantastic Special Effects, not so good ending
Review: This movie was before its time in many ways. Not only was it the FIRST Digitally Mastered Soundtrack, it was a forerunner in CG (Computer Graphics) the opening sequence (green computer matrix that ends in a spiraling Black Hole) was the first of its kind. Not even "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" released a year later attempted the use of Computer Graphics! The only drawback is the poorly done ending. Too build our interest in the Black Hole, only to show close-ups of our hero's doing flips in their ship after they enter was disappointing.
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Summary: a prequil for event horizen
Review: this was a movie that captured my imagination, as a kid i enjoy the action and effects. but now i see there was a lot more to it. there seems to be alot of the concepts for event horizen seem to be in it. heaven, hell a ship missing for years suddenly reappearing. i find this movie a masterpiece in it's own right. some excellent acting proformances and for it's time excellent effects. the only downside is disney yet again. a total lack of extras. but even with that limitation if you are a sci-fi fan then get this for your collection.
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Summary: Good Sci-Fi DVD Title Brought Down By Technical Flaw
Review: Early releases of this DVD are missing the front-right channel. The movie still sounds great but just get close to your front-right speaker and you'll notice the lack of sound. I've got one of these early copies from Amazon and hope to re-order an improved version. I've read on-line that the true 5.1 version has a red colored seal or mark of some kind on the back, outside cover of the case.
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Summary: OUTSTANDING SCI-FI FOR ITS PERIOD IN MOVIE HISTORY
Review: GREAT ACTORS AND BACKDROPS / GOOD FOR ALL AGES / NO NEED FOR PROFANITY OR VULGARITY TO MAKE A MOVIE / JUST GREAT ACTING
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Summary: OUTSTANDING EXAMPLE OF EARLY SCI-FI AT ITS BEST
Review: BIG NAME CAST AND ELABORATE BACKDROPS, MAKE THIS A MUST SEE FILM. GREAT FOR ALL AGES WHO ARE NOT EASILY SCARED.
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