DVD Talk review of 'Fido'
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DVD Talk review of 'Fido'
http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/read.php?ID=31093
i really don't understand this:
"Fido is presented in 16 x 9 anamorphic widescreen. The picture transfer is very good, with a crisp image and vibrant colors."
yet it only received 2 1/2 stars for video
and this:
"Fido is presented 5.1 Dolby Digital. The sound mix is good, and the audio levels are also consistent."
yet it also only received 2 1/2 stars for the audio
i understand the guy didn't like the film (it's not for everyone). but i feel this dvd is being poorly judged just because the guy didn't like the content. remember you're reviewing the dvd presentation as well, not just the film. i don't come here and read reviews for your opinion. i could care less. i just want the facts on the audio/video/extras and this is a very misleading review.
i really don't understand this:
"Fido is presented in 16 x 9 anamorphic widescreen. The picture transfer is very good, with a crisp image and vibrant colors."
yet it only received 2 1/2 stars for video
and this:
"Fido is presented 5.1 Dolby Digital. The sound mix is good, and the audio levels are also consistent."
yet it also only received 2 1/2 stars for the audio
i understand the guy didn't like the film (it's not for everyone). but i feel this dvd is being poorly judged just because the guy didn't like the content. remember you're reviewing the dvd presentation as well, not just the film. i don't come here and read reviews for your opinion. i could care less. i just want the facts on the audio/video/extras and this is a very misleading review.
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Originally Posted by riotinmyskull
http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/read.php?ID=31093
i really don't understand this:
"Fido is presented in 16 x 9 anamorphic widescreen. The picture transfer is very good, with a crisp image and vibrant colors."
yet it only received 2 1/2 stars for video
and this:
"Fido is presented 5.1 Dolby Digital. The sound mix is good, and the audio levels are also consistent."
yet it also only received 2 1/2 stars for the audio
i understand the guy didn't like the film (it's not for everyone). but i feel this dvd is being poorly judged just because the guy didn't like the content. remember you're reviewing the dvd presentation as well, not just the film.
i really don't understand this:
"Fido is presented in 16 x 9 anamorphic widescreen. The picture transfer is very good, with a crisp image and vibrant colors."
yet it only received 2 1/2 stars for video
and this:
"Fido is presented 5.1 Dolby Digital. The sound mix is good, and the audio levels are also consistent."
yet it also only received 2 1/2 stars for the audio
i understand the guy didn't like the film (it's not for everyone). but i feel this dvd is being poorly judged just because the guy didn't like the content. remember you're reviewing the dvd presentation as well, not just the film.
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Originally Posted by cerial442
I just watched this and the picture quality is better than 2 1/2 stars.
I think I might pick this up tomorrow and see how I feel about it.
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I rented this last night and I wouldn't have been disappointed if I'd have blind bought it. I thought it was a fun satire of 1950's America. I didn't laugh out loud at anything, but I did think the humor was worthwhile. The filmmakers did an excellent job creating a believable 1950's America including the interior/exterior of the homes, the clothing, the cars, etc. Plus, I thought it had some great performances from some actors that are probably recognizable to most people, but are relatively under the radar like Dylan Baker, Tim Blake Nelson, and Henry Czerny. I've seen all of these guys in other things before, but never knew their names. I liked their performances enough to look them up on IMDB, though. I'm not a reviewer by any means, but I didn't see anything wrong with the picture or sound quality either. Bottom line is I would definitely recommend this film to horror fans or someone that likes something a little different. I think it's possible fans of shows like Leave It To Beaver and Lassie might find this film entertaining too.
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Originally Posted by takingchase
the reviewer is just a douche. I normally trust dvdtalk but assholes like that
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Originally Posted by Adam Tyner
You should know by now that personal attacks against DVD Talk users -- calling someone here an asshole or a douche -- is against the rules. Stop it.
I just watched the movie and I'll agree I didn't think it was the best movie in the world but it certainly wasn't bad and I know the audio/video deserve a whole lot higher than presented in his review as does the supplements.
I'm sorry guys but I except so much more from the reviewers on this site, so generally I was a little dissapointed and angered which lead to unneccesary name calling.
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Originally Posted by exileinoblivion
hi, this is takingchase and yes I will agree I took it a little further than I should have.
this movie got me interested...i consider "Shaun of the Dead" the epitomy of the horror/comedy genre and ranks as one of the best movie's in the zombie genre. is "Fido" remotely close?
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Originally Posted by scott1598
wait...if "takingchase" got suspended, how are you back with a new id? don't you know that is bad too? have you read any of the rules here???
this movie got me interested...i consider "Shaun of the Dead" the epitomy of the horror/comedy genre and ranks as one of the best movie's in the zombie genre. is "Fido" remotely close?
this movie got me interested...i consider "Shaun of the Dead" the epitomy of the horror/comedy genre and ranks as one of the best movie's in the zombie genre. is "Fido" remotely close?
yes, I realize I wasn't supposed to make another id. I know the rules. I just wanted to come back and apologize for the name calling and present my case a little bit. Other than that I won't be posting for my week suspension.
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Originally Posted by scott1598
this movie got me interested...i consider "Shaun of the Dead" the epitomy of the horror/comedy genre and ranks as one of the best movie's in the zombie genre. is "Fido" remotely close?
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Originally Posted by cerial442
No, but it is a fun movie. Give it a rent. I blind bought it and I don't regret it, but it doesn't come close to Shaun of the Dead.