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Little Britain U.S.A. [2008]

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starring: Matt Lucas, David Walliams

Release Date November 24, 2008
I Found Little Brittain Usa to be very enjoyable and funny.
thought the old characters were good, and the new ones were funny and a welcome addition, I Especially liked Ellie grace, the 8th man on the Moon,and old faves Lou and andy and marjorie doors.
I'll be buying this when it comes out.
If you dont like it, dont watch it or buy it simple

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Ben 10 - Series 1 Vol.1

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by: Ben 10

Release Date November 17, 2008
In typical Warner Bros style, an excellent animated series, poor release treatment!! There are no extras what-so-ever, plus the episodes are in the incorrect aspect ratio of 4:3, rather than the 16:9, of which the series was produced using. So with these in mind, I give this release, 2 stars.

Hopefully, the second half of this series will be released in the 16:9, so we can see the series as it was meant to be, along with some decent extras, though from knowing of the many WB poor releases, I very much doubt it!!

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2 Disc Special Edition) [2007]

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starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Ralph Fiennes, Robbie Coltrane
directed by: David Yates

Release Date November 12, 2007
Although I am not the greatest Harry Potter fan in the world I have always enjoyed the film series and thankfully this film continues this trend. The Order of the Phoenix sees the dark lord Voldemort gathering his forces but with the Ministry of Magic refusing to acknowledge his return Harry and his friends must defy the Ministry in order to prepare for the coming war. Complicating matters is Ms Umbridge, the Ministry appointed Defence from the Dark Arts teacher, who is willing to do anything for the Ministry of Magic.

I haven't read any of the Potter books as yet and as such I cannot comment about how closely this film sticks to the book and I have heard mixed reports on the subject. Nevertheless I do feel that the film fits in very will with the ... Read More:

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Penelope [2007]

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starring: Christina Ricci, James McAvoy, Catherine O'Hara, Reese Witherspoon, Peter Dinklage
directed by: Mark Palansky

Release Date June 23, 2008
This is feel-good viewing at its best - a charming, modern fairytale with Christina Ricci expertly leading a very strong cast as Penelope, the girl born with the face of a pig thanks to an age-old family curse. She is supported by a host of familiar faces, including Reese Witherspoon in a brief but memorable appearance as Penelope's new-found friend. James McAvoy plays Penelope's would-be suitor, and is perfectly cast as the loveable rogue.

With themes of rejection and self-acceptance at its core, the film has a really wide appeal. Far-fetched but relevant, it makes for a really fun, warm hour and half of viewing.

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Lark Rise to Candleford: Complete BBC Series 1 [2008]

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starring: Dawn French, Julia Sawalha, Liz Smith

Release Date April 07, 2008
Lark Rise to Candleford is a trilogy of semi-autobiographical novels about the English countryside, written by Flora Thompson, and first published in that form in 1945. This is the 2008 ten-part BBC adaptation, starring Julia Sawalha, Olivia Hallinan, Brendan Coyle and Dawn French.

This is for me the perfect entertainment. Great filming, great language, style, elegance, human relationships, a world changing, extremes in poverty and richness. A world long gone is brought back. This is no trashy entertainment playing to a dump audience. This is just first class.

The cast is just wonderful, all of them, but I have to admit that Julia Sawalha as Dorcas Lane is just fantastic. I am impressed by her as I am impressed by the whole adaption. Most impressive ... Read More:

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Forgetting Sarah Marshall [2008]

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starring: Kristen Bell, Russell Brand, Bill Hader, Jason Segel, Mila Kunis
directed by: Nick Stoller

Release Date September 15, 2008
I bought this DVD because I was a fan of the lead actor in a sitcom and thought it would be fun.

The story line was pretty weak and didn't build. It was very long and at numerous points i nearly gave up watching it.

I didn't find the film that funny and although i don't like Russel Brand he was actually the best thing in the movie.

The lead actor was quite irritating and for no reason ended up naked a lot of the time!

In my opinion this is a poor film with no story and poor attempts at humour. This film belongs in the bargain bucket!

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Mr Benn - The Complete Series

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starring: Mr Benn, Ray Brooks
directed by: David McKee

Release Date October 10, 2005
I bought this DVD for my young son when he was two years old, with a degree of nostalgia in mind. I would not have anticipated quite what a hit it has been. The gentle, moral tales have captivated him to an amazing degree. We must have been watching these for a year now and he doesn't tire of them at all. The animation of the pictures is very simple but effective, the music is just wonderful. Unlike some other DVDs I've bought (Trumpton, Clangers) this one has lasted the test of time wonderfully - my only complaint is that the new Gladiator tale jars slightly image wise and leaves utterly unexplained how Mr Benn is supposed to know Basher in the first place!!

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Kung Fu Panda (2-Disc Edition) [2008]

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starring: Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, Dustin Hoffman, Ian McShane, Jackie Chan
directed by: Mark Osborne, John Stevenson

Release Date November 17, 2008
summary: ok I'm biased, I love animated movies, martial art movies, and comedy in general but this really got to me - your kids will love it too!

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Jack Black voices Po, a lazy, overweight Panda who idolises the Furious Five kung fu champions: Tigress (Angelina Jolie), Mantis (Seth Rogen), Crane (David Cross), Viper (Lucy Liu) and Monkey (Jackie Chan). However, when Po gatecrashes an initiation ceremony, he is accidentally chosen to be the mythical Dragon Warrior, who is destined to save his valley from the villainous leopard Tai Lung (Ian McShane).

The Furious Five are mortified that Po has gatecrashed their ranks, but Master Oogway (Randall Duk Kim) tells them that there are no accidents and this is indeed Po's destiny. However, ... Read More:

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Sean Lock - Live [2008]

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by: Sean Lock

Release Date November 17, 2008
I live in Australia and someone sent me Sean's DVD. Brilliant. Watched it 3 times already and laughed more each time. Real out-there comedy. The World needs more of that.

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Family Guy Season 5

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by: Seth MacFarlane
starring: Seth MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Mila Kunis, Seth Green

Release Date October 30, 2006
Family Guy created by Seth MacFarlane is an animated television show which is based in the fictional town of Quahog. The show follows the Griffin family comprising of Peter, Lois, Chris, Meg, Stewie and their dog Brian. Not to forget a whole host of neighbours that live along side them on Spooner Street.

I was very eager to watch the fifth season of Family Guy after the brilliant forth season (of which I've still to review, but I never seem to review anything in order these days.) But unfortunately I feel that this is the weakest link of the Family Guy Saga. They say things get better with age but perhaps this is Family Guys midlife crisis, where the episodes are simply not at their best. The comedy formula is a difficult one to get right, but up until Seth MacFarlane and his ... Read More: