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Summary: So disappointing
Review: I really thought there would be better "extras". Maybe some outtakes, or even the 1hr long special that ran before the final episode on May 6th. The extended version's extra scenes weren't that great--though they did show that Monica noticed the red paint on her couch! I was wondering about that when the finale first aired! Even though it was relatively low-priced DVD, it really isn't worth the money. It would have been easier to just tape the final episode than wait in anticipation for this HUGE disappointment!
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Summary: This was so NOT what I expected...
Review: As a die-hard fan of "Friends" since Day One, my hopes were high for this, the DVD to end all DVD's --- the series finale. Yes, we all saw the finale, as broadcast, and it was satisfying in some ways, predictable in others. But what I had most hoped for in this DVD never surfaced --- the numerous endings that were filmed to keep the masses forever guessing until Thursday, May 6th at 8:00 p.m. (7:00 Central). I had anticipated seeing numerous outtakes from that final taping, both the humorous and the heart-wrenching. I would have loved to have seen their final bow... as well as the dedication of "The Friends Stage" at Warner Bros, which the cast attended. This was an opportunity to give the fans MORE than they could have imagined and a peek into the special world that belonged to our "Friends." Sadly, what we were given were two versions of the final show: The broadcasted and non-broadcasted versions. The non-broadcast version contained a couple of scenes not critical to the final episode, as well as a couple of swear words from Rachel (Jennifer Aniston)- nothing earth shattering. Also included, all 10 montage beginnings from the 10 seasons and The Rembrandts music video. Also, as noted in another review - there wasn't even an insert in the DVD case. It's obvious that this was thrown together quickly, with not much care attached to it (there was enough lead time, I believe, to have made this a true collector's item). I only hope that when Season 10 surfaces that 'the powers that be' will consider including the elements listed above.
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Summary: supposed to be 0 stars
Review: i never watch friends, it is a piece of crap, not funny, not original and the only reason i'm writing here is an outlet to get my opinions out. I'm glad it's off the air, it's such a dog turd, if you want see what a real sitcom is supposed to be, watch a rerun of Seinfeld.
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Summary: The End and the Beginning
Review: So, after 10 years, it comes down to this. Chandler and Monica are at the hospital waiting for the birth of their baby on the day before they move to their new house. But they might just have a surprise waiting for them. Meanwhile, Joey has a housewarming present for them, Chick Jr. and Duck Jr. Phoebe wants to turn the day into a musical. But the finale wouldn't be complete without another chapter in the Ross/Rachel soap opera we've been following for 10 years. Rachel's leaving for Paris, and Ross needs to decide if he wants to try to stop her by telling her how he feels. And with this gang of six involved, you can be sure there will be plenty of laughs. I've been a fan for a few years now, catching up on the show thanks to constant reruns. And while the show did loose something in the last couple of seasons, I kept watching. This finale was exactly what this Friends fan was hoping for - plenty of laughs as the gang of six faced some changes in their lives. It really did feel like starting a new chapter and not a harsh goodbye at all, even if the last couple of scenes were very bitter sweet. It was especially nice to see a few nods to classic moments from the show, with appearances by Gunther and Mike, Joey's present, and the infamous "We were on a break!" line. With the quick release and low price of this DVD, I wasn't expecting much in the way of extras. Since my expectations were low, I wasn't disappointed. The DVD features the broadcast version and an extended version of the finale as well as an extended version of the pilot. Boy have styles changed in 10 years! Both episodes feature great sound and clear picture. It also features the music video for the classic theme and 10 of the opening credits. As any Friends fan knows, they usually changed them half way through the season, so we're only getting about half here. But we do get a couple special ones, like the London opening and the Arquette joke. Since I'm sure it won't be long before season 10 hits selves in a complete set, it's really up to you to decide if you want to get this now or wait for the set later. I loved the finale so much I just had to go out and get it. Now everyone sing with me. "So no one told you life was gonna be this way....."
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Summary: good, but where's the insert?
Review: I agree with most everything people are saying. Other than the general feeling that everything that happened was a little too... I don't know...EXPECTED, I came away with a general good feeling. (But couldn't we have a few surprises? I mean, this thing has been leaked forever!) However, am I the only one to get this crazy DVD and NOT receive an insert? Has this happened to anyone else? Am I just extremely unlucky? If the DVD just doesn't come with an insert at all, that seems like a huge judgement error on the part of the company!
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Summary: Hoping finale doesn't mean final
Review: The season finale of "Friends" lived up to everything the show was meant to be about. This show was, for the most part, about being light, funny, happy, and a "feel-good" show. I'm glad Kauffman and Crane kept true to their premise of the show and didn't pull a "Seinfeld" on us and have someone die and end their relationships on a sour or sad note. Some thoughts: I was disappointed that Ross and Monica's parents- the Gellers- (Elliot Gould & Cristina Pickles) didn't make a quick appearance for us to say good-bye to. Phoebe should have given us one last wacky song in Central Perk instead of the lame musical attempt. I thought the finale should have been expanded to at least 90 minutes. It felt a bit rushed and some scenes/storylines (example, the babies' post-births) seemed a bit too abbreviated. Or as Judy (Mrs. Geller) said in one episode, "... that's a lot of information to absorb in 30 seconds." I was glad the episode did give some time to Chandler and Joey rescuing chick, jr. and duck, jr. Their relationship was always a very important component of the show and I'm glad it was given proper "recognition." Finally, I would have changed the last scene. Instead of panning an empty apartment for our last memory of the show (what was that about?), I would have faded to our favorite six friends sitting on the couch in Central Perk having a last latte toast to each other. After all, the show was about our "friends," not the "apartment." Some fun things on this CD... the 10 seasons' opening credits that show us how our friends, hairstyles, clothes matured/changed over the life of the show. I realized it was the open title sequence from each season's first episode because of the one season when everyone got named "Arquette" in recognition of Courtney Cox's marriage to David Arquette. How come they didn't do that when Jennifer Aniston married Brad Pitt? (heh heh) The expanded version is nice too as it fills in a couple of compenents that made the storyline run a little smoother to me and supports my opinion this episode should have been longer. I would have replaced the first episode on this disc to "clip show" of some funny snipets that the show had so many of... "So how many cameras are actually on you?" "See you girls later." Yikes! Better not get started, I won't be able to stop! (heh heh) Thanks to all for rushing the production of the episode for us loyal fans. I thought I would be waiting for awhile until season 10 was released on DVD to be able to catch it again in DVD quality. Hopefully, the season 10 set will be able to expand more possible scenes from the final episode that are not on this DVD. "Friends" was a show that clicked with me from episode #1 and for the past couple of television seasons, the only show I really looked forward to seeing each week. This show was border-line genuis in so many ways to me with the quality of the writing and actors. "Friends" became an "institution" and a habit for so many- and it will be a hard one to break and replace! My title for the NEXT "Friends" episode- The One Where They Get Together Again. (hint hint) Also- Joey (Matt Le Blanc)- Good luck! Break a leg, bud! Welcome to L.A.! Will be looking forward to seeing what you can give us this fall to help fill a bit of this huge void left for all the fans!
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Summary: 4 STARS should have been 5
Review: This DVD like the series is amazing, FRIENDS truly was one of the best series finales of all right along with FRASIER, NBC sure knows how to pick lasting, enduring and moving shows.
My only complaint with this DVD is that they were remiss in not including the 40 mins prior to the finale of all the gangs funniest clips, other than that the DVD is perfect.
I also love the extended version of the finale as well as the broadcast one. Also I was wondering has anyone else noticed that in the 10 YEARS OF BEGINNINGS segment that in Season 6 the credits list every cast member with the last name ARQUETTE lol , was DAVID busier than we thought that year ? apparently he not only married Courtney but all of our other friends. has anyone else noticed this ? if not look and see I dont know if all the DVDs are made like that or I have a special one, though I doubt it.
BRAVOOOOOOOOO to FRIENDS , I matured along with the show and through the show I had MANY laughing moments and shedded several tears as well. Thank you
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Summary: ONLY FIVE STARS???
Review: Men you need like 50 stars for this..... it is just the best finale any one could ever think...
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Summary: A solid final episode.
Review: For ten seasons, Friends proved to be one of the most endearing and effortlessly likeable sitcoms on television, not necessarily because of great writing (which it did often, though not always, sport), but because of the first-rate cast, which had a mixture of a comic/romantic/dramatic chemistry that I doubt will ever be matched by another television series. The final episode, entitled The Last One, is a fine, if unspectacular, end to the series. Running at around 45 minutes (sans the commercials), this final episode resolves several subplots that had been running throughout the final season. Chandler and Monica finally become parents, but with a small surprise that leads to the episode's funniest line, delivered with perfect sarcasm by Matthew Perry. But the resolution most fans want to see is if whether Ross and Rachel get back together. Their on-and-off relationship has been at times comical, romantic, touching, or just plain annoying, but it works well here. The last half-hour is built around the typical cliche of man trying to chase after his lover and stop her from leaving his life forever (or in this case, just a long period of time), but the situation delivers plenty of good laughs, especially when, in order to convince Rachel to get off the plane, Phoebe B.S.'s that the plane's left filangee isn't working. The cast has been together for so long that it's hard not to refer to them by their characters' names. Truthfully, I'm not even certain if anyone of these six can even break away from the character they've been associated with for ten years (certainly not Matt LeBlanc, who'll continue playing Joey next season). But as a farewell episode, The Last One is a solid reminder of why I enjoyed this show so much.
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Summary: Fans... GET IT
Review: Well.. $10 for just the series finale may seem too much, but I rather think of $1 per season, an A++ (or a 10 as we grade in Mexico) for this series that made us laugh, cry, remember, and have a good time for an entire decade. It marked the late 90's and early new millenium, and by having bad news after bad news, they were always there giving us fun. This is a tribute for them... for many, this is good merchandise for this DVD, but for me this is the cherry in the cake, the closure of an era. They'll be forever!!!! :'(
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