Rating: Summary: HBK is the ICON Review: This WILL be one of, if not the, best DVD's ever released.It will cover HBK's career and here are the CONFIRMED matches for the DVD(I have my sources)The Midnight Rockers (Shawn Michaels & Marty Jannetty) vs. Buddy Rose & Doug Somers (AWA Tag Team Championship) Shawn Michaels vs. Razor Ramon (Ladder Match - WrestleMania X) Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart (60-Minute Iron Man Match - WrestleMania XII) Shawn Michaels vs. Diesel (No Holds Barred Match - In Your House: Good Friends, Better Enemies) Shawn Michaels vs. Mankind (In Your House: Mind Games) Shawn Michaels vs. The Undertaker (Hell In A Cell - In Your House: Badd Blood) Shawn Michaels vs. Triple H (Street Fight - Summer Slam 2002) The DVD will also include three hours of bonus footage including commentary from Shawn Michaels and Kevin Nash on their No Holds Barred Match.
Rating: Summary: Great HBK DVD Review: This DVD is a nice package for any wrestling fan....or Shawn Michaels fan. With 6 hours running time, you're sure to be entertained for a while. Every match on this DVD is either good or great. There are also 3 easter eggs and loads of extras. Such as interviews, pay-per-view promos, T.V. spots and even an alternate commentary feature with Kevin Nash (Diesel) and Shawn Michaels commentating on their classic match back in '96. Here's the matches on the DVD: AWA Tag Team Championship Midnight Rockers vs. Buddy Rose and Doug Somers ***1/2 WrestleMania X Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship Shawn Michaels vs. Razor Ramon ****1/2 WrestleMania XII Ironman Match for the WWF Championship Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart ****1/2 In Your House: Good Friends, Better Enemies 1996 No Holds Barred Match for the WWF Championship Shawn Michaels vs. Diesel ***** In Your House: Mind Games 1996 WWF Championship Shawn Michaels vs. Mankind ***** Badd Blood 1997 Hell in a Cell Match Shawn Michaels vs. The Undertaker ***** Summerslam 2002 Street Fight Shawn Michaels vs. Triple H ****1/2
Rating: Summary: Classic HBK for everyone Review: Shawn Michaels, the HeartBreak Kid, The Show Stopper, The Main Event, one of the greatest of all time (next to Ric Flair and Bret Hart). This DVD set is EXCELLENT, one of the best the WWE has to offer, next to Ric Flair's DVD set. Here's my review: Disc One the AWA tag team match (I don't know why this match was included, it's not classic and I doubt if anyone who watched the AWA back then even remembers this, give it a look ONLY if you've never seen it, otherwise, don't bother, because the TRUE CLASSIC material is after this match)** vs. Razor Ramon, Wrestlemania X, Ladder Match (I had the pleasure of seeing this match on PPV and it was FANTASTIC, one of the greatest matches EVER that set the standard for ALL preceding ladder matches)***** vs. Bret Hart, IronMan Match, Wrestlemania XII (this one was great because of both mens' wrestling acumen and the storyline of the match, even though it's one hour, it's entertaining, but if you don't have the patience to sit through an hour long match, skip to the last few minutes, but otherwise, this match is recommended viewing) ****3/4 Disc Two vs. Diesel, Good Friends, Better Enemies 96 (Nash's best match ever, with a good friend no less, but the action here is just awesome, who said that ol HBK couldn't beat a man larger than him?)****3/4 vs. Mankind, Mind Games (oh man, this one was crazy, but at the same time excellent, they tore the house up this night)***** vs. Undertaker, Hell In A Cell, Badd Blood 97 (the very first Hell In A Cell match is one to be remembered, even though Kane's involvement ruined the finish, this was one of the most unbelievable matches I've ever witnessed)****3/4 vs. HHH, Summerslam 2002 (after four years, it's amazing that HBK can come back and work one hell of a match, this match is great and gave HHH the best match he had since his match with Steve Austin at No Way Out 2001)****1/2 Check out the extra features as well. Overall, this recommended to any wrestling fan. It's worth your time AND money. (However, the only thing this DVD set is missing is the Ladder Match part 2 against Razor Ramon.)
Rating: Summary: A look at the career of the Heartbreak Kid Review: This 2 disc set is a look back on the illustrious career of the "Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels. 7 matches complete matches are on this set. This collection is worth purchasing just for the 60 minute "Iron Man" match at Wrestlemania XII for the WWF title against the "Hitman" Bret Hart. This is perhaps the greatest match in WWF/WWE history as it truly gives a look at the athletic ability of Shawn and Bret as well. Also included is the famous Ladder Match from Wrestlemania X for the WWF Intercontinental title when Shawn battled Razor Ramon. Kevin Nash's final WWF match as "Big Daddy Cool" Diesel from the April In Your House PPV when he battled Shawn for the WWF title in a no holds barred match. This was a good match, and one of Nash's best matches as Shawn was able to make him look good. The 9/96 "Mind Games" PPV title match with Mankind is here. Good solid match, but I've felt over time it has become a tad bit over-rated in my eyes. Hell in the Cell #1 is here in what was probably the best HIAC match that actually used wrestling as opposed to high risk bumps being the only stand out point (Mick vs Undertaker). 2 matches I was not impressed with was the AWA tag match with Marty Jannety and the "Non-Sanctioned Comeback" against Triple H at Summerslam 2002. These I felt were drab and could have been replaced with 2 matches I felt should have made the cut but did not for whatever reason. The first being Shawn's capturing of his first singles title when he defeated the "British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith for the Intercontinental title in October of 1992. Also the WWF title match from the 1992 Survivor Series when Bret and Shawn met for the first time for the title. Unlike 1997 the match finished cleanly and without debate as Bret walked out of the Richfield Coliseum with the WWF title and his pride. ;) It was a good match that I felt showcased the ability of Shawn in the ring when he was a young man. With those gripes aside, this is an excellent DVD set to pick up and is well worth the money as it gives an all around look at Shawn's career through the WWF during the 1990s. I rated this 4 out of 5 because I felt the two mentioned matches should have been included without thought.
Rating: Summary: HBK's Greatest Matches of All Time! Review: The Shawn Michaels DVD 'From the Vault: Shawn Michaels' will be released on June 24th. According Silvervision the matches scheduled to be on the DVD are: - AWA Tag Team Championship Midnight Rockers vs. Buddy Rose and Doug Somers - Ladder Match at WrestleMania X Shawn Michaels vs. Razor Ramon - Marathon Match at WrestleMania XII Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart - No Hold Barred Match at In Your House: Good Friends, Better Enemies Shawn Michaels vs. Diesel - In Your House: Mind Games Shawn Michaels vs. Mankind - Hell in the Cell at Bad Blood Shawn Michaels vs. The Undertaker - Streetfight at Summerslam 2002 Shawn Michaels vs. Triple H Credit - TheMayhem.com If you ask me, this DVD can be simply put, AWESOME! Also some interesting facts about these matches ... The WrestleMania X Ladder match is for the WWE Intercontinental Championship. The Marathon match featuring HBK & Bret Hart is a 60-Minute Iron Man match, in which HBK captures his dream on becoming the new WWE Heavyweight Championship. The Hell in a Cell match is the first HIAC match ever, and the Streetfight from Summerslam 2002 is HBK's return-match after 4 and a half years. His last match was at WrestleMania 14 with Stone Cold Steve Austin. This looks to be an all-match DVD, meaning it will not be like the Undertaker or Mick Foley DVD's. If you are familiar with the Triple H "That Damn Good" DVD, it will be like that, featuring nothing but matches!
Rating: Summary: Good but it should have been great Review: I love this DVD but I'm a little disappointed also. Being a huge HBK fan, I'm happy with any DVD featuring his work, and this one certainly does capture some of my favorite matches. However, I think a little more time needed to go into this one so it could be on par with Ric Flairs and Mick Foleys. The extras could of been better as Shawn has done some classic interviews, promos and sketches over his time and the inclusion of a heartbreak hotel segment or something just as fun would have gone over well to add some nostalgia value. Remember when Shawn turned up with his own Intercontinental title belt? How he used to come to the ring with Sherri holding a mirror so he could check himself out? His tag partnership with Steve Austin? These are a few of the so many things that have been missed. The cover art could have been better also - I would have loved some old pictures of Shawn adorned in his questionable attire - the mullet, the glasses, the earrings, the hats etc. While I do recommend this to anyone, as the matches are great and it's the best Shawn DVD you're going to get, I feel it doesn't reflect the huge character HBK is and the contributions he has made to the WWE.
Rating: Summary: Incredible!!!!! Review: Shawn Micheals, HBK, The showstoppa, whatever you want to call him is a legend in the wwe. I did not become a fan of Shawn Micheals until he returned to the wwe after a 4 year absence due to a back injury. I was very impressed by this legend and decided to pick up this DVD. And to say I was impressed by the Showstoppa. Here is the list of the matches: 1) the Rockers vs. Buddy Rose and Doug Summers Not a very good match but awesome blood spots. 7/10 2)Ladder Match vs Razor Ramon This really showed Micheals as a high flyer. Impressive match even though Micheals does lose. 9/10 3)Ironman match vs Bret Hart The excellence of execution going one on one with the Showstoppa was a battle for the ages. This match showed a different side of Shawn Micheals as he really worked The Hitman on a mat based game. A extordinary match up by two of the greatest. 10/10 4)No holds bared vs Diesel (Kevin Nash) A great match that showed that HBK could brawl with anabody of any size. 8/10 5)vs Mankind A classic confrontation from one of the toughest high flyers against one of the greatest Brawlers of all time. Mick Foley did a good job putting over Shawn as a tough brawler. 9/10 6)Hell In a Cell vs The UnderTaker One of the best matches I have ever seen. HBK took some incredible bumps in this match. UnderTaker was ruthless in this match and never let up. With an assist from Kane, Micheals beat the Dead Man. 10/10 7)Street Fight vs HHH An incredible comeback for Shawn. He was incredible in this match, ladders, tables,and steel chairs all took part in this match. Both Micheals and HHH were beaten bloody, but the best man came out on top. 10/10 This dvd has every thing a wrestling fan would want. So go pick it up.
Rating: Summary: A look at the career of the Heartbreak Kid Review: This 2 disc set is a look back on the illustrious career of the "Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels. 7 matches complete matches are on this set. This collection is worth purchasing just for the 60 minute "Iron Man" match at Wrestlemania XII for the WWF title against the "Hitman" Bret Hart. This is perhaps the greatest match in WWF/WWE history as it truly gives a look at the athletic ability of Shawn and Bret as well. Also included is the famous Ladder Match from Wrestlemania X for the WWF Intercontinental title when Shawn battled Razor Ramon. Kevin Nash's final WWF match as "Big Daddy Cool" Diesel from the April In Your House PPV when he battled Shawn for the WWF title in a no holds barred match. This was a good match, and one of Nash's best matches as Shawn was able to make him look good. The 9/96 "Mind Games" PPV title match with Mankind is here. Good solid match, but I've felt over time it has become a tad bit over-rated in my eyes. Hell in the Cell #1 is here in what was probably the best HIAC match that actually used wrestling as opposed to high risk bumps being the only stand out point (Mick vs Undertaker). 2 matches I was not impressed with was the AWA tag match with Marty Jannety and the "Non-Sanctioned Comeback" against Triple H at Summerslam 2002. These I felt were drab and could have been replaced with 2 matches I felt should have made the cut but did not for whatever reason. The first being Shawn's capturing of his first singles title when he defeated the "British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith for the Intercontinental title in October of 1992. Also the WWF title match from the 1992 Survivor Series when Bret and Shawn met for the first time for the title. Unlike 1997 the match finished cleanly and without debate as Bret walked out of the Richfield Coliseum with the WWF title and his pride. ;) It was a good match that I felt showcased the ability of Shawn in the ring when he was a young man. With those gripes aside, this is an excellent DVD set to pick up and is well worth the money as it gives an all around look at Shawn's career through the WWF during the 1990s. I rated this 4 out of 5 because I felt the two mentioned matches should have been included without thought.
Rating: Summary: there should be more like this Review: I do hope there will be more From The Vault DVDs featuring different superstars. What we have here is a collection of some of the greatest pro wrestling matches of all time. Featuring arguably the greatest superstar of all time Shawn Michaels. Now I know some of you will complain that it is missing some matches or it doesn't focus on certain historical elements like The Rockers or the DX era and so on and so on. This isn't a biography it's a collection of matches hand picked by Shawn Michaels himself. Full length. All the matches (save the first one) are at least 4 1/2 to 5 star classics. The Wrestlemania X ladder match. The Wrestlemania XII Iron Man Match. In Your House versus Diesel. In Your House Mind Games versus Mankind. This recent batch of WWE dvds are phenomenal. I recently picked up The Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Mick Foley ones. Great buys featuring great matches. Now lets hope for a Bret Hart and Randy Savage collection
Rating: Summary: or "How to have 5-* matches against Any Wrestler 101" Review: During the early WWF early-mid 90's (A Dark Age), Bret Hart and Shawn Michael carried the WWF on their backs with consistent 5 star main event matches against any challenger. Now one of them, the bumpaholic Shawn Michaels gets his DVD, and it's pretty good!.. 1. The Midnight Rockers Vs. Buddy Rose & Doug Somers - Wha tha? You would think with all the great matches the Rockers had (against Hart Foundation, Brain Busters, each other..etc..) that one would be here. Instead we get an early AWA match of no note. C'mon this is a Best of comp... ** 2. Shawn Michaels Vs. Razor Ramon - Ladder Match WM X - I remember being upset at seeing a gimmick match like this for the IC-match at WM. Luckily I was wrong as this may be the greatest Ladder match of all time with Shawn stealing the show with jaw-dropping bumps off the ladder. ***** 3. Shawn Michaels Vs. Bret Hart - Iron-Man match at WM XII - Match where the person with the most pinfalls win after 60min elapses. Great ending! ****1/2 4. Shawn Michaels Vs. Diesel - No DQ match - I thought their WM was better, but this ones pretty good, 1st WWF "Hardcore match" (using anything around the ring to beat each other up). Vince tells Shawn to stay down, but Shawn won't quit! **** 5. Shawn Michaels Vs. Mankind - The aerial, exciting Michaels takes on the unpredictable, crazy Mankind with both wrestlers adapting to each others style mid-match. Great match! ***** 6. Shawn Michaels Vs. The Undertaker - Hell In the Cell I - Great cage match with Shawn taking one of the worst beatings I've ever seen, himself causing most of it with his crazy bumping. ***** 7. Shawn Michaels Vs. Triple-H - No DQ - After 4 yrs. Shawn takes on Triple-H in a no-hold-barred match. Incredibly he hadn't lost a step! ****1/2 -For what it has this is a 5 star DVD and a great does a great job spanning HBK's career (except for his tag-team era). I could think of a dozen more matches that should've made it (C'mon its 2 DVD's!) but what's here is great!
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