Enemy Of The State/Armageddon DVD

Advantages: Good enjoyable escapism, ability to see impressive cast in mainstream roles
Disadvantages: Slightly erratic direction, predictable plotline

...This film was a somewhat refreshing relief after the multitude of recent big scale action movies which have just been full of Gung-Ho American patriotic references (see Independence Day, Armageddon, The Patriot etc.) Although having said that, the "bad guy" as played by Christopher Eccleston is considered as somewhat psychotic, mainly due to the fact that he is British! This is just a great fun throwaway film with impressive car chase sequences and the odd bit of witty dialogue. The one stand-out feature of this film for me was the cast, it seems many actors have little problem with a lapse in artistic credibility just to work under Jerry Bruckheimer. The cast features relative newcomers Scott Caan(Enemy Of The State), Giovanni Ribisi(Saving Private Ryan/Friends) and Timothy Olyphant(GO) as well as seasoned actors Nic Cage and Robert... Read review

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Advantages: A Great action flick, with guns, explosions and fast paced
Disadvantages: Not enough Ed Harris

...-paced, action packed movie, and is a must for those that like this action and adventure. It has an all-star cast and the special effects, cinematography, acting and music are all top drawer. The director (Michael Bay) and producers (Don Simpson and Jeffery Bruckheimer) have done a superb job on this film, and if you liked any of their previous movies they worked on, then this film is a must for you! (Enemy of the State, Bad Boys, Armageddon, Crimson Tide) I loved this film, as its has great action scenes ( eg.shower room ) and some great one liners from all the cast members. There is nothing better than watching this movie with a cold beer and a pizza for a typical "lads" film ! DVD Extras Subtitles Commentary with director Michael Bay, producer Jerry Bruckheimer, ex-Navy Seal Harry Humphries, Ed Harris and Nicolas Cage Picture is 2... Read review

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Advantages: Hopefully no more ghastly "Widescreen" banner
Disadvantages: No Features worth looking at

..., and looks to Brill (Hackman) to help clear both their names. I was very interested to see how this DVD would turn out. Enemy of the State is a Buena Vista release, after all. This studio believes it's library of titles is far too extensive to waste time bulking up on special features. The first thing I noticed about this title is the lack of that hideous "Widescreen" banner Buena Vista typically places on the front of their releases. This time, it has been put only on the side. It's very small and out of the way there; I hope this is where it stays. They finally shed that terrible Widescreen banner? Well then, maybe they'll also surprise with some great special features. No such luck. Enemy of the State features a theatrical trailer and two very short, useless featurettes. There are three additional trailers, but they're used as promos... Read review

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