Duck Soup/Monkey Business DVD

Advantages: Legendary Marx Brothers comedy, an outstanding satire on society, war and politics
Disadvantages: Nothing at all; even at 72 years old, the film doesn't feel dated

...a contract with Paramount Pictures, and released their first film called THE COCOANUTS. Their popularity soon increased to new heights with their later films, which included ANIMAL CRACKERS, MONKEY BUSINESS, and HORSE FEATHERS. However, their box-office success came to a screeching halt with 1933's DUCK SOUP. Believe it or not, but DUCK SOUP almost made Paramount bankrupt, and they were forced to leave and go to MGM to continue their string of comedies, starting with A NIGHT AT THE OPERA. It wasn't until the 1960s when college students rediscovered DUCK SOUP, and the film became more widely seen. As of today, the film is now considered a satiric masterpiece, and also one of the greatest comedies of all time; in fact, it garnered the fifth slot in the AFI's list of the 100 greatest comedies. Let me just say, the first time I saw DUCK... Read review

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Advantages: Great variety of exercise
Disadvantages: Struggle with the arms and core stability

...was busy. The pace of DVD was great as it wasn't too fast that I was struggling to keep up and I also wasn't dragging with waiting for the next exercise. The DVD cost about £12 and was worth every penny. It was one of the best exercise programmes I have completed. I would recommend it to anyone looking to purchase a fitness DVD.... Read review

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Advantages: Excellent Soundtrack , Clothing and acting
Disadvantages: Plot may be found confusing

...is definitely worth the watch, it captures the 80's era very well from the extras to the amazing soundtrack and gives an insight into the luxury lifestyle of a drug dealer. If you're looking for a genuine peep into the true realities of drug crime in the 80's this film is for you....so enjoy! The DVD also features the making of the business and lasts around half an hour in all , from interviews with the cast to discussions on clothing used. An alternate ending and trailers of older Vertigo film productions and up and coming releases are also included on this dvd.... Read review

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