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School of Rock (Full Screen Edition)

School of Rock (Full Screen Edition)

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Jack Black ROCKS!
Review: As a huge fan of Jack Black & Tenacious D, I loved this movie. Jables has been allowed to do his thing in this one. One of the best things about this movie.....I can watch it with my kids (can't do that with the D). You don't have to be a JB fan to enjoy this flick, but I'll bet it creates many new ones!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Starring Jack Black as...Jack Black
Review: This is an example of the perfect actor for the role. Jack Black MAKES Dewey Finn. Heck, he IS Dewey Finn. This movie is just so much fun.

As a fan of hard rock, it is a truly exciting time to hear Jack teaching the kids about Motorhead, AC/DC, and Black Sabbath. I only wish school was like that! And the music is pretty entertaining too.

I loved it. GET IT!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: BACK IN BLACK!!!!!!
Review: Yeah what a film.For some unknown reason i had to miss this movie in it's theater release.I now have made my repentance for that to the Mighty Gods Of ROCK by renting this movie today on the day of the DVD release : March 2 2004 Tuesday..I just finished watching both the movie and the extras.To say this movie ROCKS is a severe UNDERSTATEMENT..In a day of too many pop divas and boy bands who can't even play an instrument..It is great to see this movie come out and kick them all in the ass..This is also one of the most FUN movies in a very long time.And one NOT to be missed..Jack Black is kinda like Chris Farley meets John Belushi..This is so funny..And these kids that is in this band with him are awesome to watch and listen to..One can only hope that they will keep the torch for ROCK and carry on in bands in the future..It would be a shame to see their talents go to waste..They all play their own instruments too..I along with my friends had started a rock band called "DAWN PATROL" when i was 13 going on 14 in 1980 and we are still playing together today..So this movie really hits home for me..And no matter what the powers that be say it is coz of that why we stayed off of drugs & drinking.In Jack Black's words "ya gotta stick it to the man" and so called today's rock has lost that incrediant that this movie resurrects and hopefully will transport over into the music world at warp speed.For that reason Jack Black may will be Rock's much needed Saviour.And if you are a ROCK fan i can guarantee it will for you as well..You are a ROCK fan you will love this movie and that is an understatement..
The extras on here ROCK as well..Mostly the music video and the "lesson.." behind the scenes..There is also a "Kommentary" done by the school of Rock kids..All the Kids here deliver great performances all around..The character of them named "Summer" played by Miranda Cosgrove is a little scenestealer..Watch this girl she is going to go places she is priceless and sooooo cute..And i have to mention too that another one "Katie" played by Rebecca Brown looks so much like Jessica "Dark Angel" Alba when Alba was that age and also lot like Vega of Spy Kids Fame..So ROCK fans unite and enjoy this truly one of a kind movie..Not enough space here to tell of all its greatness. Parents that have grown up with the REAL ROCK do what this movie does and teach your children the education of the SCHOOL OF ROCK. *********Long Live Rock And RoLL!!!!!!***********

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Kick Out The Jams!
Review: They say that the two things you should never work with on a movie are animals and children. They are notoriously difficult to deal with and invariably end up stealing every scene. Jack Black, star of raunchy comedies, like Orange County, is not the first person you'd think of to headline a kid's film backed by a Hollywood studio. It's even stranger that said film is directed by Richard Linklater, known primarily for making acclaimed independent films like Slacker. Added into the mix is a script written by Mike White, who is responsible for provocative films, like The Good Girl. And yet all of these diverse elements combine to produce School of Rock, one of the funniest and most entertaining comedies to come out of a major studio in a long time.

On the DVD, Jack Black and Richard Linklater contribute a spirited and informative commentary track. This is a really funny commentary track as Linklater and Black play well off each other, talking and joking in a relaxed manner. This is most definitely a must-listen for fans of both men as it is the first time either one has done a commentary.

There is a commentary track by the kids in the band. It comes across as a little chaotic because of the number of participants but they all seem to be having a blast watching the film together and talking about their experiences working with Jack Black on a big time Hollywood movie.

"MTV's Diary of Jack Black" is a promotional bit that follows Black around for a typically frenetic day as he gets ready to make the movie. Fortunately, he knows it's all promotional BS and hams it up appropriately.

"Lessons Learned in School of Rock" is a making of featurette. There is some sweet footage of Jack Black and the kids recording music for the movie at Sonic Youth's studio with Jim O'Rourke. The movie gets instant cool points for having musicians like O'Rourke and the Von Bodies on board to help out.

One of the best extras on the disc is "Jack Black's Pitch to Led Zeppelin." Black wanted to have "The Immigrant Song" in the movie but Led Zep has a reputation of rarely allowing their music to be used. So, Linklater suggested Black film an open plea to the band, asking them permission to use the song.

Also included is a music video for the title song from the movie and "Kids' Video Diary: Toronto Film Festival" that follows the kids from the movie around for the day as School of Rock debuts at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival.

While School of Rock deviates little from The Bad News Bears formula-you'll see the ending coming a mile away-it is really a fun and entertaining ride. You have to love any movie that teaches kids to listen to Led Zeppelin and The Ramones instead of Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A rocking movie, school of rock rules!!!!!!!
Review: School of rock just rocks itself, it's cool, funny and 2 thumbs up for the kids and for jack, it's role it's better than in other movies. I love the acting of the kids, they're amazing actors. I love the cute 3 little girls (blondes-groupies)they're just natural.
I LOVE THE MOVIE. Way to go jack, keep on doin it

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: You're gonna need sock suspenders
Review: Jack Black (aka JB) (aka Jables) is a living legend, a certified (by me) living legend. He professes the virtues of rock 24/7, not just in this movie. I wish he could bottle up his talent and give it to everyone so the world would be full of passion and rock. When was the last time you picked up a guitar, plugged it in and blew the doors of your house? Well what are you waiting for? I don't care if you've never played guitar, go get one. You've never felt so good. Back to the movie for a sec, JB will rock your freaking socks off, period. End of story.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Hail To Jack Black ! A Must Have DVD
Review: it's a must have dvd for all comedy fans . . esp Jack Black fans.
simply the best comedy of 2003.
the story bit lame but you must notice Jack Black's One Man Show in this movie. (the other cast = 'cheerleaders')
He combines all his craziness with his musical ability flawlessly . .
the features itself is quite good . .
it's worth the money

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Best Movie Ever Made
Review: I used to think Jack Black was annoying. I hated High Fidelity with a passion (and still do) and ruined my opinion of Black for years. Being a person who works with kids and music, I obviously found something appealing about School of Rock's trailor and decided that I needed to give him another chance. After seeing it twice in the theaters, I just might be Jack Black's biggest fan. I think this movie was written for me...or people like me. I'm not sure if I can really be your friend if you don't like this movie. I've watched High Fidelity since my new found love for Jack Black and decided that he is the only good thing about it, only because he was the star of the best movie ever made: SCHOOL OF ROCK!

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: ok
Review: see this movie had some good rocknroll but it was too much revolving around ac/dc. ...In my opinion and this might as well have been an AC/DC tribute movie. the only thing that was cool was that a clash song was played in the scences

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: ROCK 'N' ROLL 4EVER!!!!
Review: It's very good to see a bunch of young teens learning what real rock music is, instead of this trash eMpTV bands we have these days!! School Of Rock is reference for anyone who wants to enter the magical world of rock music. The movie? Well, it's the same kind of movie we saw through the years, someone who enters a school, break the rules, change people's mind and in the proccess turns into a better person too. But it's an excellent comedy with one of the best actors of the genre!! I STRONGLY RECOMMEND THIS MOVIE!!! KIDS WANNA ROCK!!!


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