Best Opening in Motion Picture History!!!
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As far as the film goes, the finest ever. But without a doubt the opening helicopter shot is the best in any film. So amazing to see that helicopter descend upon Julie twirling it just makes my heart leap everytime I see it. The story we've all heard her tell about the downdraft from the copter endlessly leveling her until they got the shot always comes to mind when I see it. Never again will a film be produced that has the majesty and scope of this picture. It has it all. Period.
2488650
I saw this recent reissue of the 1954 STAR IS BORN in a store, but did not see it in Widescreen. I was intrigued by all the added attractions, including the Premiere, Original Trailer, the deleted WHEN MY BABY WALKS  DOWN THE STREET, and the fabulous alternates of MAN THAT GOT AWAY.  The  next day in another store, I find the WIDESCREEN EDITION!!  Hallaluah!!  I  have been writing to Warner Brothers since the first edition of the  Restored Version was released to try to get it out in Widescreen, THX,  Surround, etc.  Hence, I've been heard!  Granted, though not THX, Warners  did a superb job in enhancing the restored version.  Even on a mono VCR,  you can tell the difference in the soundtrack, and the widescreen edition  gives you the FULL effect of this great film.  Pan and Scan does not do it  justice.  I was one of many who saw this restored film during its 1983  tour, featuring personal appearances at the theatre by major stars,  including the fabulous James Mason.  I was at the Dallas engagement and was  waiting for Liza or Lorna to appear, as Liza did in NY.  However, I got the  great suprise to have Ginger Rogers come out and say a few words, as did  Fay Kanin of the Academy and Mr. Mason.  We were then treated to this  restored "wonder", and the additions of what was deleted added so  much to the story, that it made more sense.  I loved the shortened version,  but did not know until this re-release it had been chopped down.  With the  extra bits for MAN THAT GOT AWAY and WHEN MY BABY that have been added as  supplemental footage, someday someone at Warners will stumble on the cut  footage of the actual scenes that were reconstructed using the still shots  and other supplemental pieced footage.  With the way Film Preservation has  advanced, we may one day see this film in its full form.  As of today, this  new version, including the DVD to come out, is the ultimate version to have  in your collection.  Though it is not labled as a 45th Anniversary Edition,  1999 makes the 45th anniversary of release for this incredible film.  It is  a shame Mr. Cukor did not see the completed reconstruction prior to his  passing, but I am sure God has found a way for him to see it.  It is  marvelous.  Buy it, put your feet up for a few hours and ENJOY!!
3893070
I LOVED IT!!! I have never seen a movie done like this!!! Unfolds in an extremely entertaining way! Great acting too! For me it is a full 5 Stars!!
1926432
The first time I found this movie standing on the shelf of a videostore, I thought the cast was breathtaking... I knew Mr. Lawrence Kasdan for his work in "The Empire Strikes Back" and "The Return of the  Jedi", but that was about it.
The first 3 minutes sequence, really  grabbed me. The music, photography, the subtle message, the edition...  Instantly, I knew this was a piece of art... After watching it whole, I  couldn't do anything else but to watch it again, sometimes while I worked  at the computer... just letting the dialogues sink in.
The power of this  film on anyone with an open mind, can be overwhelming. It's not a  pretentious movie,it's a realistic one. I have placed it in the top 10  movies I've ever seen, and as a screenwriter on his beginnings, believe me,  I've seen a lot... this one is unique.  All the performances as well really  stand out.
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First of all allow me to give you a fair warning SPOLIER ALERT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read no further if you are looking for a surprise. This film is amazing and as always the legendary Lee Marvin (Chuck norris before he was even born) gives an amazing performance and also has his famous (Lee Marvin death scene) as he does in the 1964 film the Killers (directed by Don Siegel) as well as many others. This is the second to last film in which he has that infamous death scene which he shows the reluctance of the body to give up living (even if one is struck with three or more bullets) Sorry to dwell on the legend of Lee Marvin, if you want to know more about the overall movie or the quality of th DVD I politely sugest you seek out another review. P.S. cant help it, if you "bet I'm a big Lee Marvin fan" then you definately got my number!!!!
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Finally, Heat gets the blu-ray remastered version it always deserved!  The movie has never looked better!!!  I've seen this movie countless times, can quote back entire scenes for you if you like, haha!  I love that they've included a conversation between famous director Christopher Nolan--of Batman, Inception, Interstellar, Dunkirk--and Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro.  This lengthy conversation proves much insight into the acting process of the two main actors, and their sometimes hilarious relationship to each other is a joy and mesmerizing to watch.  What a great trio of Cinematic Minds to put together for a conversation.  Buy this release ASAP!
1286859
This movie is a phenomenon! Most 007 buffs rate this masterpiece as their favorite. I love it! The teaser opens up with a "shocking" explosion and attacks. Enter Shirley Bassey with her first of 3 Bond songs that explodes on to the screen with expertice. Probably the best and most evil villian of the bunch also. The sidekick is a mute Korean, Oddjob. His hat is deadlier than anything else. The bond girl is Pussy Galore, leader of Mr. Goldfinger's flying cicus. Magnificent ending at a battle to stop a nuclear bomb in Fort Knox! I have seen this movie 213 times and it rightly earns and deserves a 6 out of a 5!!!
1512596
This was bad ass!!! One of the best movies in history, can't wait to see the new one
726307
This is a movie you will want to buy for your collection.  I bought the deluxe edition, hoping that Blu-Ray will also come out with an edition, which I will promptly purchase.  This is one of Charlton Heston's best, absolutely.  Sophia Loren was never more beautiful, and the film is visually stunning, with a great supporting cast.  Do yourself a favor.  Buy the film, make yourself a salami sandwich, grab a drink, kick back and watch this story unfold, sitting in your own private home.  It just doesn't get any better than that!  When the movie is over, you'll want to watch it again....and again.....and again.  It's about time it was released in DVD format.  I have waited a long, long time (as I am sure many, many others also have, as well).  This is Hollywood at its best.
4938892
I brought this title along with my new DVD player, and right away i knew i was hooked for good! The opening theme song alone will put you in the mood to enjoy Spike, Jet, and faye run rapport in space...buy this dvd and enjoy!!!
4621606
I never understood how people could nominate their favourite movie of all time until I saw this.
I suppose if you have got as far as reading this review you already know about the movie anyway!
The scenes with the land rover "the anti Christ" and gate opening using the rock as a hand brake would prompt me into repeated laughter for the rest of my life if played in a loop.
As a Spike Milligan, Monty Python etc fan I am not easily amused.
There are several underlying thought provoking themes here that could occupy volumes, sociological imagination, the Nacirema concept and all that.
Simply superb and superbly simple.
Buy it with a money back guarantee from me. If you don't laugh heartily and repeatedly on watching it I will refund your expenses. If I fail to - sue me and on producing any snippet from the movie as evidence any court in the world will dismiss the case!!!!!
793432
Finally an intelligent action movie with an amazing cast to back it up.  What's even more amazing is that I never heard of this chick, and when I looked her up it all made sense.  She's some Ultimate fighter in real life and boy can she fight.  I can't wait to see this movie again, I get chills just thinking about how great it was, Not one person in the theater did not like it.  I know they left the ending for a sequel and I hope they make one, because I will be the first one in line to see it! The previews really do not do justice for this amazing action movie, hands down better than 95% of all that crap that was out there last year!!!
1889614
Just got out of the theater & I must say- This movie ROCKS!!!
Great Plot/Story Line... A lot better than the last 3...
This movie is full of Thrills, Action, Drama & great sound!!!
The special effects are AWESOME, but not too over the top!!!
It was a Huge Bonus bringing the Originals back!!!
All of the original actors fit their roles perfectly & the Dwaye Johnson fit his new role great! He added a lot of Intensity & his usual Flair... He also brought extra action in a Fantastic Fight scene with Deisel... Muscle vs Muscle!!!

There is some Racing like usual, but this installment has a lot better story & is more of COMPLETE movie...
Paul Walker & Diesel didn't miss a beat with there on screen chemistry like they had in the First movie in the series!

The Chase Scene at the end of the movie is the BEST CHASE SCENE since The Elanor Chase Scene in the Gone In Sixty Seconds movie with N.Cage!

Also, just like usual many people left when the end credits came on, but if you stay through the credits,  you will be rewarded with a nice little SURPRISE!!!

I give this movie an A & would recommend going to see it on the Big Screen!!!
I might just go and see it again!!!

Thanks for reading my review!
4970459
What is not to like? This is Film Noir at its best! Interfering/dominineering/overbearing father, 3 sons  and their love interests. Father is the head of a bank and he rules his sons with fists of iron. Only 1 son has the guts to stand toe to toe with his father (respectful though). Trouble brews and the sons jump ship only the 1 son sticks by his father's side and vows revenge on his brothers! Think you know it all because I said this...you don't! You haven't a clue. You want to buy to one for your film library. This is how pictures should be made today. It is full of intrigue and interest. This picture is very well done and the acting is superb. Don't miss it!

Maria C.
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I  HAVE  TO  SAY,  AFTER  I  SAW  THIS  MOVIE  IN  THE  THEATRE  ,  I  LOOKED  FOR  IT  EVERYWHERE !!! BECALL  AND  GARDNER  ARE  FANTASTIC .  THEIR  STAR  POWER  COMES  THROUGH  .I  WAS  ON  THE  EDGE  OF  MY  SEAT .I  WATCH  THIS  FILM  OVER  AND  OVER , IT  NEVER  GETS  OLD. YOU  TRULY  HAVE  TO  LOVE  " OLD  HOLLYWOOD "  TO  APRECIATE  THIS  MOVIE  AS MUCH  AS  I  .  IT  IS  VERY  MUCH  WORTH  TAKING  A LOOK SEE.
4303200
the most hauntings shots of film i have ever seen are the opening and closeing shots of this epic masterpiece of the madness power and wealth can cause. the shots of the army draging a huge cannon while in armor and carring suplies(knowing the cast was really doing this as cgi effects are many years away) gives you the feel of the power of nature and a feeling of where these men will end up by the end of the movie.

  as an officer under a noblemans command, aguirre(kinski in the role of a lifetime) is slowly seeing that he can become rich and grab a lot of land if he can lose the nobleman leader and strike out on his own. so taking men and supplies with him he sets out to conquer this harsh unforgiven land, and loses his mind in the process. the film is remarkable as it shows us how quickly the land and maddness overtake aguirre and his men,who set out down a river looking for a city of gold! the river trip is the most unforgiven trip i have ever seen, as sickness and unseen natives slowly take their tole on the exploriers. the finale shot of aguirre giving a speach to a dead crew as he flots down the empty river is both heartbreaking and a chilling look at madness at its most unchecked!

  the transfer is great ant the movie has never looked better,so give this one a try!!!!!!!
4811625
This adventure was absolutely thrilling.  The scenery was awesome.  The acting was well done.....taking you back in time to a believable story of early America.  DiCaprio once again delivers a performance that gripes you from the very first second till the ending scene.  We were so happy that we choose this movie for our Saturday date night  ( at home,  together,  enjoying each other's company ... we've been married 29 years  !  ).  It's a very long movie, almost 3 hours. We both highly recommend this adventure.  And give it 5 Stars !!!!!