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Old 03-01-04 | 11:04 PM
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Final Countdown Special Edition Review by Obi

I coaxed Robert "Obi" George out of retirement to take a look at Blue Underground's upcoming release of Final Countdown.

You can find it here:

www.digitaleyes.net/finalcountdown.cfm
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Old 03-02-04 | 01:31 AM
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Very cool. This really was not on my radar, but after reading that, it will be.
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...nice...can't wait to get my 2-disc.
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Impressive!
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Old 03-02-04 | 09:39 AM
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Nice review

Looking forward to receiving mine nearer the release date.
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I already pre-ordered mine today and I also got a copy for my parents since they are big Kirk Douglas fans. I also like the extras It might be interesting to find out what the Jolly Rogers have to say about the stars and how they made this film.
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It might be interesting to find out what the Jolly Rogers have to say about the stars and how they made this film.
The pilots basically respected the professionalism and work ethic of most of the cast and crew, with one exception.
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ok, I'm curious now. Who might that one exception be?
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Well, I do mention the name in the review. As for what the guys said, that is their story to tell (check out the disc).
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The pilots basically respected the professionalism and work ethic of most of the cast and crew, with one exception.
Is the one exception a certain actor who stars in a highly rated show on NBC?
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Is the one exception a certain actor who stars in a highly rated show on NBC?
No.
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I guess I'll just have to buy the disc to find out.
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I've had the 2-discer pre-ordered for a while.
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Anybody think it will be avaliable at any of the B&Ms?
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Anybody think it will be avaliable at any of the B&Ms?
yes...I think you will be able to snag a copy. but why risk it? pre-order and save on stress.
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I agree with gutwrencher, pre-order the movie because I can easily see a store like Best Buy not stocking this on release day.
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Glad I cancelled my order for the turd before it was delivered. Anxiously awaiting the new one.
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I guess I'll just have to buy the disc to find out.
Or just actually read the review.

"These guys are a bit more subdued than Kaufman, but no less honest, even sharing one unflattering anecdote about Katharine Ross."
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yes...I think you will be able to snag a copy. but why risk it? pre-order and save on stress.
I don't like to order on the net. Credit Card number was stolen once before. I don't trust it anymore.
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If you must get it at a B&M, Best Buy has been pretty good about Blue Underground movies but I'd be sure to get there on (or near) release day.
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Originally posted by Binger
I don't like to order on the net. Credit Card number was stolen once before. I don't trust it anymore.
thats a bummer. well, you could reserve it at a few stores. both are higher priced...but you can reserve it for free at Borders Books...if you have one near you. you can do it through the website in the inventory of your store page. or...just call. then there is the dreaded Suncoast....but it will cost $5, I think, to reserve it.
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