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 Final Destination
DVD Review by Yanman |
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"Live it up Alex, you got your whole life ahead of you…." For those of us that fly a lot (in my case at lease once a week on average), we realize that air travel is a very safe mode of transportation. Safer by far, statistically, then driving to the airport. So why is it then that some people are so afraid of air travel? Movies like Airport, Alive, and now Final Destination, have helped to amplify people's natural fears, fear of heights, fear of confinement, and fear of death. Final Destination is a supernatural/horror/slasher film, which is a fast and fun ride. This DVD is certainly worth a look and my guess is that you won't be seeing this one as an in-flight movie any time soon. Alex Browning (Devon Sawa), and his entire High School class are on their way to Paris. From the very start of packing for the trip, Alex is starting to feel that something is just not right. The atmosphere as the friends and classmates get on the plane in congenial, but no matter hard he tries Alex just can't shake the feeling that something is wrong, very wrong. When the feeling of déjà vu becomes too powerful to contain, he "freaks out" on the plane, he and a number of his friends leave or are forcefully removed. His friends are furious with him that is, right up until the plane really does explode during takeoff. From this point forward the seven survivors realize that they have cheated death. Unfortunately, death has other plans. You see if you number is up, if fate is no longer on your side, then you can't avoid the reaper. But Alex and Clear (Ali Larter), and the rest of the survivors will have to do their best, because while death is inevitable for everyone, for most of us it is not this unrelenting. The anamorphic 1.85:1 video, is above average, but does contain a number of artifacts, dirt, white dots, and some noticeable background artifacts. Too picky? Perhaps, but we call them like we see them. Will most people notice, probable not. Now, the layer change at 1:02:03 into the film, is much more noticeable however, especially while viewing the cast commentary. Lets face it, sound makes a horror movie it is what causes you to jump at the right time. The 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Soundtrack here does its job well. With sound coming from all directions, and the bass helping to keep you on the edge of your seat, this soundtrack will not disappoint. If you're looking for one scene that stands out, check out chapter 17, where the electrical wire is whipping all around the sound field, really cool. New Line's Platinum Series has a long history of providing a good amount of extras. This DVD is worthy of the Platinum Series name with two feature length commentaries, deleted scenes (including an alternate ending, and complete new plot line), two documentaries, and a plethora of DVD-ROM content. There is only so much you can cram on one disc: New Line has filled this one to the brim! Some people believe in faith, that their destiny is set. Others chose to consider their own actions, and feel that they can affect the path of their life. Either way, you have no idea what day, what time, where, or why your life will come to end. So go with your gut instinct, enjoy life, and don't ever thumb your nose at death. Final Destination is a worthwhile bumpy, turbulent, ride into realm of the peculiar. …Rocky Mountain high Colorado…
This DVD was reviewed on Yanman.com's Reference Theater #1, using a Toshiba SD-5109 DVD player, Toshiba TW56X81, and M&K 750 THX Speakers. Panamax protects all systems at Yanman.com. |
Final Destination While death is inevitable for everyone, for most of us it is not this unrelenting. Staring: Devon Sawa Directed By: James Wong Running time: 98 Min. Bonus Materials
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