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Summary: Five star movie, two and a half star DVD.
Review: I find it rather difficult to write something bad about a movie that is one of my favorites and one I consider to be an all time classic. But unfortunately, the first issue of Jaws on DVD is less than satisfying. First of all, is the lack of extras. I was expecting more than an older 'making of' feature, a trivia game, a handful of cut scenes and only two 'blooper' cuts. With other titles like "The Abyss" and "Independance Day" being released as dual disk, feature packed editions with enough extras to keep you busy far longer than the runtime of the movie itself, it seems disrespectful to "Jaws" that it did not get the same treatement. Secondly, the picture can be somewhat grainy in some places. Like the transfer process was not in focus. Most of the time, it is not noticable, but there are several places where it stands out and really catches the eye. And last, I was expecting a whole lot more from the soundtrack. But it turned out to be rather uninspiring and, in places, even muted and flat. Especially during some of the action scenes on the Orca. It was distracting enough to me that my attention slipped from the action of the movie to think about it. Sound and picture quality are very important to me. Several years running projectors in the movies sensitized me to a level that I would notice things that most would not, so I may be over reacting. But still, this DVD release should have been better. I can't help but think that it is a damn shame that it isn't. I would still recomend it, but not with as much enthusiasm as it could have been.
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Summary: Wow...how refreshing
Review: Well, well, well, Spielberg has finally broke down and started to release movies on dvd...i was quite suprised to see this film available in the format, PLEASENTLY suprised. I must say that the Jaws collector's editon dvd is far superior to any other format available for this film. The sound quality is pleasing, but not the greatest, but when you've listened to the film in mono for seven years, it seems quite refreshing. New sound effects have been added in, but not to worry, the entire thing was done under Spielberg's suprivision. The very begining in which the pulsating theme is first heard fills the entire sound field...a nice surprise. And the sound is directional often passing from right, center, to left. Bass is toned down a bit, but it actually sounds better this way. The bass seems to have more of a role whenever a victim is takin, and also durring william's pulsating theme. Picture quality is fine. Most notable are the sound fx for when the shark is finally detonated, and the rapid gun fire which triggers it to do so. Bass is greatly emphasized here. great picture, great sound, for a film thats 25 years old. Cool extras too. The documentary is much longer than i expected. The game is fun too. a MUST HAVE.
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Summary: Wrong Impression
Review: When the uncut version was shown on television a few months ago,they advertised the video would be the same as the uncut version shown on television. I played the first video and it is the same as the original movie without the uncut scenes. This is truly one of my favorite movies and when I saw it on television with the never before scenes, I couldnt wait to get that version on video. If I had known this, I wouldnt have bought the Anniversary Edition.
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Summary: A Classic now on DVD.
Review: Being only 15 I grew up with horror movies like Friday the 13th ,Child's Play and Now the Scream type movies. About 6 years ago I pick up 'Jaws" at a video store and i was great. Now with the DVD version out it has never looked better. I mean the deleted scenes, The making of it,and the trivia game are all great. Jaws is set on a little lsland town of "Amity" and they seen to be having Shark attacks all around the Island. So Cheif Brody{Rob Schiderner} calls for help. That's Where Richard Drefuss comes in. So they team up with the local fisherman{Robert Shaw} to go get the shark. Scary and intense Jaws on DVD cannot be missed Jaws{DVD} A
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Summary: One of the gretest movies ever!
Review: The acting is supurb, the storyline is brilliant, and the sharks effects are awsome for a movie of it's age! Anyone can enjoy this movie.
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Summary: Please, someone help me!
Review: I'm not going to type a review, because eveyone oughtta know by now that this is easily one of the best films ever made. But does anyone know if there will be a Widescreen version of this re-release? Please, e-mail me if you know anything. sametro@hotmail.com Thanx.
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Summary: Come On In: The DVD's Fine!
Review: You will generally be pleased with this DVD edition of one of the all-time greats for just about everybody. Picture transfer is O.K., and it's great to see it in full wide-screen after all these years; the picture does have some artifacts in it throughout (those little sparkly things you see on older films), but its not enough to be distracting, especially after the shark arrives. A buyer of this DVD should be prepared for what is not included: no director's commentary, writer's commentary, or isolated music track--all of which seem artistic naturals for this release. My guess is they're already planning another release to include more outtakes (there really weren't all that many) and probably Spielberg's commentary--I notice they are careful to call this release "Anniversary Collection's Edition"; I'm sure there will be other versions in the future. Also, be prepared for a little odd-ball fact and maybe disappointment related to the sound: 5.1 sound is just fine, I'm sure. The stereo, 2-channel version I found very lacking in depth and separation; and, most notably, you can't select Dolby Digital Sound (the older 4-channel surround sound) unless you also choose subtitle captions--this is strange. Finally, the picture, with also about 75 minutes of additional features (making of..., etc.), is dual layer on one side. Sure wish they would give us something on the other side of these DVDs--even a modified TV version would be appreciated and a better comsumer value. But, on balance, DVD is worth the price. Buy it, play it, enjoy it--but don't take it near the beach.
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Summary: Still an all time fave, but the lack of extras disappointed.
Review: Since I first saw Jaws when I was a little kid, it's been one of my all time favorite films. I never get sick of watching this masterpiece of suspense, it's your classic man against nature story and I love it. So I preorderd the DVD and waited for the day I could have some friends over to christen my great new copy. Nowadays, I think in order for a DVD to be competitive and worth buying over renting it needs to have lots of great extra features. The "featurette" about the making of the movie that's on here is just the same thing that was on the VHS edition, and as for deleted scenes and outtakes, there's not much to speak of. The trivia game was a cute touch, but it's just 12 questions (though they are tough, even for a Jaws nut like me) and all in all I really was hoping for more cool extra stuff. If you're a big fan of the movie, like me, it's more than worth the cost to have the quality of picture and sound you get here, but if you're just looking for cool extras you'll be disappointed. (But cranking this puppy on my home surround system made it an absolute blast! The sound quality is terrific.)
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Summary: my fear will go on
Review: This was the first scary movie I saw with my dad. I was 11, a beach bunny already, and after I saw the movie, I went home and when dinner was served, I threw up my spinach. It was the scene where the captain gets eaten. I'm 35 now, and only four years ago saw it for the second time. I'm convinced even now that when I die, it will be by shark attack. But I love the movie. I still love the beach, and I even love sharks. I never miss shark week on Discovery and they are the animals I most love to watch at the Moody Aquarium. The movie scared me to death, and yet the actors had me watching between my fingers. I felt angry when the mother smacked the sheriff, but can sympathize being a mom myself. It's a roller coaster ride, and I love every hill and drop of it. I still, however, either close my eyes (tight) or leave the room when Shaw's demise approach.
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Summary: 5 stars and the dvd is a bargain
Review: Well, I bought the DVD dts and I think you'll like the extras such as the outtakes, deleted scenes, and especially an excellent documentary. You'll get the behind the scenes from Spielberg, the actors, photographers, and the producers. In today's film world this movie could be made rather easily, but back then you'll see the tremendous undertaking that went into this production. The movie itself, of course, is just amazing. At one point Spielberg says that the shark is the star, but the scenes on the boat will show you 3 stars at the top of their game. The sound quality is outstanding and exact, but I do have one complaint.... on the 5.1 DTS their isn't much activity from the back 2 speakers. The sound coming from the front 3 is great, but they could have done more. This movie is just as suspenseful as when I saw it in the mid-seventies. I hadn't really watched it in awhile and I had forgotten the outstanding acting performances by Scheider, Dreyfuss, and Shaw. Shaw's USS Indianapolis speech is about as good as it gets, while Scheider's everyman performance really rings true. You'll enjoy this DVD and it's at a good price. A good bargain. Buy it!
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