Radiohead - 7 Television Commercials DVD

Advantages: Some videos can make for repeated viewing, good audio quality
Disadvantages: Lack of extras, would not watch all videos again

With box art in the style of 'OK Computer', this is JUST a collection of seven music videos - songs from the 'The Bends' and 'OK Computer' era. First released on VHS format, there is nothing in the way of extras here, so NO SURPRISES on this DVD. 7 TELEVISION COMMERCIALS has a BBFC 12 rating, I imagine because of the 'Paranoid Android' video - an animated video by Magnus Carlsson's featuring Robin from his animated series of the same name. While ...
...at least this is the unedited version. 'Street Spirit (Fade Out)', shot in black and white, directed by Jonathan Glazer; what I like about this video is the use of slow motion techniques - my favourite scene is that of which Thom is able to smash several sheets of glass with a hammer whilst the shards of each are still going through the air. 'Karma Police', also directed by Jonathan Glazer, is viewed for the most part, from the driver's seat of ... Read review

Advantages: 7 great short stories
Disadvantages: none

...helps people to understand why Radiohead are the best band in the world. The quality of the music is such that anything shown would be appreciated. However, the sheer brilliance of each video helps to underlie the fact that Radiohead are a very important band. Opener 'Paranoid Android' is set to an annimated cartoon. It involves a day in the life of a young boy - however, it is not any normal day (as you'd expect). Dodgy businessmen, scenes of mutilation ...
...American diner. This is amazing too, culminating in a big surprise at the end (which I won't spoit). The other track videos are also superbly crafted. This is a must-see for all Radiohead fans. Also for all admirers of arty direction. Fantistically presented as ever, well worth the money. ... Read review