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Summary: French Language Track Missing For French Canadian Fans
Review: The first season of the West Wing was broadcasted in French by the Société Radio-Canada for their francophone audience. It would have been nice that the producers of this DVD include the French language track along with the English one (since it already exits). I have been anxiously waiting for this DVD, but it seems that I'll keep waiting. Let's hope that next release will correct this flaw.
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Summary: Straight to the gut
Review: Sadly enough, one of the few things that inspire me about American politics happens to be completely fictitious. But that's alright because I like Jed Bartlet, and we can pretend can't we? This series is absolutely incredible. Fantastic acting coupled with truly incisive, thought provoking episodes - you can only ask for one thing more, but unfortunately Bartlet can't run in 04. The West Wing has a decidedly left leaning stance, but more often than not the show tempers that with - and don't snicker - a fair and balanced view of the right. Though overall the politics of the show are quite liberal, the writers never smear it all over the place. I love the willingness to change things up in the plot, and to take on controversy head first. And really, this is one of the few shows I can watch and feel as if everything wasn't dumbed down for the lowest denominator.Some of my favorite episodes: when the NASA probe is lost (including one of the best speeches ever about why the hell we still send men and materials up into the cold nether of space), and when an old politician filibusters his way into your heart. I can't wait until November to realize I don't have enough money to buy the DVD, and then go out and rent it for three straight days.
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Summary: Smartest show on TV now coming to the smartest format!
Review: I never fancied myself the type of person to, after watching a television show, pump my fist in the air and use the expression "Now that's good television". That was before "The West Wing", creator Aaron Sorkin's second foray into television and the first to be billed as a straight-up drama (but don't kid yourself, there are plenty of belly laughs to go around). Like its predecessor "Sports Night", TWW is built on an impeccably-casted ensemble group of actors and actresses, only this time they're in The White House. Also in typical Sorkin fashion, the series thrives on fast, punchy dialogue -- complete with wonderful Dr. Suess-like speech patterns and Chayefsky-like monologues. In the first season, the drama and the stakes are never actually that high (until the cliffhanger season finale, that is), but you grow to believe they are as the staff works its way through various obstacles (from nominating a Supreme Court Justice to working past an information leak regarding the Chief of Staff's stint in drug rehab), sometimes triumphant and sometimes failing miserably. The fact that every little thing the staff does is so nationally scrutinized is the brilliance behind the show that can make the issue of passing one small piece of legislation into a what seems like national crisis. The first season includes remarkable guest appearances, including Stockard Channing (who later becomes a regular), CSI's Jorja Fox, Edward James Olmos, hearing-impaired Academy Award winner Marlee Matlin (in a sexy recurring role), Karl Malden, and several bit parts for actors any "Sports Night" nut will surely recognize. This Region 1 DVD release, which is being produced on 4 double-sided DVD-18 discs (in similar fashion to Warner's August 26th ER season 1 release), will surely be worth the wait for North Americans who chose not to order from the UK (since they've had theirs for about a year now), as this edition is set to include a host of special features not found on the R2 release. The greatest of these features is sure to be the commentary on select episodes from Aaron Sorkin (who wrote all 85 episodes of the series before his departure at the end of the fourth season) and producer/director Tommy Schlamme. I, personally, am also looking forward to the documentaries, gag reels, and deleted scenes. I generally regard the last 10 to 15 minutes of each episode as some of the best television ever written, produced and acted. Fans of smart television shouldn't miss this one.
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Summary: And a Mexican reviews it also... TWO THUMBS UP!
Review: I'm going to join my fellow canadian follower of the West Wing on applauding the increible show that NBC has had the genious to brought to our homes. It has not only lifted up the true spirit of politics, but it has brought me hope on what our politics could be, not only in the US, but in the world. The West Wing has been able to reach in to me and has thought me the true value of patriotism, tenacity and heart. I've been a follower of this TV series for quite some time now and have grown addicted to what this series offer. This is why I'm asking, heartly requesting for this DVD to be available for those who seek what we have been waiting for.
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Summary: west wing- breathtaking
Review: Breathtaking, fantastic, groundbreaking. I could go on and on. I have just watched series 2 on DVD. This took me 5 evenings. I watched all 22 episodes of series 1 over one weekend a few months ago. Once you start watching you will not be able to turn it off. So clear your diary, take the phone off the hook, load up the fridge, get comfortable and press play. You will be left breathless. This is a masterpiece.
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Summary: Best Drama Series
Review: I cannot wait until "The West Wing" comes out on DVD here in the US. The wait is almost over!! It will be very nice to be able to sit down and watch the most entertaining and incredibly well-written series on TV on DVD instead of a tape.
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Summary: West Wing in The Netherlands
Review: Last year season One aired in the Netherlands. I was totally gripped by this wonderful series. The moment season one got published on DVD I bought it through www.Amazon UK. A few days ago I received part one, Season Two. One word: FANTASTIC. I must have seen season One a dozen times now, and it never bores me. You really feel connected with the characters and it makes you wanna work for P.O.T.U.S. yourself! At least it did to me. I know, I know, it must be idolized and romantized, but wouldn't it be great?
Can't wait for the rest of the series on DVD...see if they can hold the magic....
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Summary: An American in Europe
Review: Season one of my favorite TV series is a 5 star hit on Region 2 DVD. The best show imaginable without the commercials! The first part of season two is due out in April. The reason WHY The West Wing is not available on DVD in the US is because the producers have sold syndication rights to the Bravo cable channel for a reputed 1 million an episode. Bravo only broadcasts in the US and will begin the series at the beginning. Once Bravo feels they've got their moneys worth, THEN a region one West Wing will appear. This will probably take several years. It's all about money! Code free DVD players are available through several sources on the net, but most require a world system tv. Get one with a built in video convertor that will let you play DVD's from anywhere on your American NTSC tv and then buy the DVDs from amazon.uk.co. Why wait for the best? Of course you could always get a DVD recorder and edit out the commercials, but the quality just isn't the same.
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Summary: Simply Amazing
Review: Just got the DVD a few days back from Amazon UK....this happens to be the most gripping and entertaining political series ever to grace the small screen...dialogues are crisp and fast paced, there's never a dull moment...in fact it is almost impossible to pin point who's acted the best....it's one of those amazing series where you can't wait to get on to the next episode...I went through the entire first season (6 DVDs) in three days and have already pre-ordered the next release.....Can't wait to get my hands on it.... A must see!!!
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Summary: Why isn't this on DVD in the US?
Review: This is the best American import to the UK for years and an absolute must-see. The way the writer established the characters and their relationships and jobs (very important for a viewer not familiar with US politics or the White House structure)in the first episode was masterly.
But how come this isn't available on DVD to its home audience when Series One has been available in the UK for months and Series Two is coming out in April? It seems a strange way to do business.
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