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The Educational Archives, Vol. 4 - On the Job
Released in DVD by Image Entertainment (07 May, 2002)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Starring: Skip Elsheimer
Average review score:

Unique, nostalgic, and totally hilarious!
This collection of vintage shorts is so goofy and fun to watch that you may want to play it for friends and share a good laugh.

"The Trouble With Women" tries to address sexism in the workplace with terrible overacting and dated dialogue. Listen carefully to the voice of the actor who plays the boss. I could swear that's Thurl Ravenscroft who later supplied the voice of Tony the Tiger for Frosted Flakes and became a singing bust in Disney's Haunted Mansion.

"When You Grow Up" and "Purely Coincidental" both revel in bad music. The first is so mellow that it would put the children of today asleep. The later zaps us with bursts of electrified panic to indicated that food preparing machinery has not been properly sanitized.

The best segment has to be "Shake Hands With Danger". Professional stuntmen play out a series of on the job mishaps that are sometimes unintentionally funny. Look for Cliff from the International House of Pancakes commercials. He was going by the name Cliff back then too. This time he's having his truck flipped over instead of his pancakes. Ultimately, it's the "Shake Hands With Danger" theme song that steals the show here...and I'm still singing it.

Good campy stuff. Especially 70's and 80's.
This is the first DVD in this series that I have watched, and I was blown away.


My two favorites have to be "Shake Hands with Danger" a Caterpillar-financed safety film featuring countless construction mishaps set to a country western soundtrack, and "Purely Coincidental" featuring some of the most earnest over-acting you'll ever see in an educational film.


Also not to be missed is "All Together" a 1970 Lou Rawls narrated recruitment film trying to get more African Americans into the Navy. Right on!

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em!: Job Interview
Released in DVD by Bfs Entertainment & Multimedia (17 July, 2001)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Starring: Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em and Michael Crawford
Average review score:

4 classic episodes
Michael Crawford stars as the accident-prone Frank Spencer in these 4 classic episodes of SOME MOTHERS DO 'AVE 'EM, all taken from the first season.

"The Job Interview" - Frank's off for his latest job interview, selling plumbing supplies. His loyal wife Betty (Michele Dotrice) has a lot of faith in him, but his stern mother-in-law Mrs Fisher (Jane Hylton) needs more convincing that Frank is 'the full quid'.

"Love Thy Neighbor" - Betty's mother arrives for a visit, but she falls sick, leaving Frank to call for the doctor. However, since their phone is out of order, Betty suggests that Frank should pay a visit to their new neighbor.

"George's House" - Frank and Betty are visiting at Betty's brother's house. George's mansion is fitted with all the latest in technology, which is soon rendered useless when Frank gets up to his tricks...

"The Psychiatrist" - Convinced he's a failure, Frank enlists the help of a psychiatrist to help him.

These four classic episodes will entertain the entire family. The classic clowning of Michael Crawford and the lovely Michele Dotrice is irresistible.

The Italian Job
Released in DVD by Paramount Home Video (07 October, 2003)
MPAA Rating: G (General Audience)
Director: Peter Collinson
Starring: Michael Caine and Noel Coward
Internal countercasting is a big plus in this caper comedy: where else are you going to find Benny Hill and Michael Caine in the same movie? Peter Collinson directs those two as well as Noel Coward, Raf Vallone, Rossano Brazzi, and Irene Handl in a story about the effort to steal gold bullion from the town of Turin. Screenwriter Troy Kennedy Martin eschews heist film tradition by placing more emphasis on the gang's getaway than on the complex robbery itself. The film's main claim to comic fame is a wild chase scene set against an enormous traffic jam. The rest of the movie is less memorable, but that extended action sequence is well worth the wait. --Tom Keogh
Average review score:

A few interesting parts, but no "Bullit"
The first 30 min of this movie consisted of people talking and plotting a robbery. The idea is to create a giant traffic jam in Turin, rob a gold transport and get away by car (ridiculous). One particularly slow-paced and insignificant scene had Michael Caine and a friend visit an old lady with many cats. At this point, I had completely lost interest in why they were there and how it related to the rest of the movie, so I decided to "picture fast-forward" the next 30 min, which seemed just as boring and unnecessary for the appreciation of the last ~40 min of getaway footage.

There is a strange sub-plot with a prominent imprisoned criminal that can safely be ignored.

The getaway sequence includes some technically interesting driving footage, but other parts are not technical, just having the cars driving down crowded sidewalks at 40 mph...where's the fun in that? In terms of a car chase, I like the believable one from Bullit much better...what happens in The Italian Job is too arranged.

Michael Caine is not involved in the driving and his talent is wasted on the hopeless "filler" plot in the first 2/3 of the movie.

Terrific late 60's caper film with a couple of twists
It seems that good movies inspire remakes. As to whether they are "inspired" remakes is always open to question. Both versions of The Italian Job have unique features that make them interesting but for sheer acting chops and fun (with the exception of Ed Norton in the remake who seems like he's trapped in a film he doesn't like), 1969's The Italian Job is my personal pick of the two. Mark Wahlberg can't hold a candle (and isn't much of an actor frankly)to Michael Caine in the original film.

There's almost as many things that make this classic film tick as there are seconds on a clock. The plot focuses more on the getaway than the caper. This unique twist turned the formular on its head. The terrific cast (including the late Noel Coward in his last screen appearence and, of all people, Benny Hill!)features the marvelous Michael Caine in the lead. He gives a great performance and helps the ensemble rise to the occasion.

The late Peter Collinson directs with energy and wit bringing to life what could have been, despite its plot twists, a routine film. Collinson is something of a cult director who died relatively young before he could fulfill his full promise as a director. I'd also recommend his cult classic psychological thriller Straight On Till Morning which became available last year on DVD. While it's hampered by some mid-70's editing and visual conventions, Morning more than holds its own with the explotiation films of the time.

Complimenting the film is a commentary track which features the film's original producer as well as a number of nice extras. It's great to also have this minor classic finally restored to its proper aspect ratio. The DVD transfer is pretty good and while the quality of the print varies a bit, it's really good on the whole.

The Italian Job 1969
This is an exceptional movie, A must have for MINIacks. The story line and the characters are timeless. The action is breathtaking so real you will beleive a MINI can fly! This is the best comercial for the British Leland Austin Mini Cooper S. Michael Caine & Noel Coward gave this movie the Class British Act. Bennie Hill was outlandish. A must have for your personal library.
MINI OWNERS PRAYER
Now I lay me down to sleep,
My MINI'S parked out in the street,
If it should roll before I wake,

Please O'LORD put on the brake!
Ron Arfons
The MINIster of MINIacks

A Real Job
Released in DVD by Image Entertainment (04 June, 2002)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Director: Ana Barredo
Starring: Paul Kolsby and Sharon Repass
In the age of slacker comedies and underachiever heroes, here's an American indie that embraces movie trivia and the joy of so-called dead-end jobs without a trace of irony. Thirty-eight-year-old video-store clerk Paul Kolsby is the unlikely Prince Charming for young professional Sharon Repass, a welcome change for the self-involved yuppies she's been enduring. But when she's too embarrassed to introduce this minimum-wage slave to her friends, he upscales himself to the corporate world and becomes miserable in his newfound success. Yes, this shot-on-video production lacks polish, but the two leads are charismatic and likable and the script, for all its Clerks-lite asides, recalls the sweetness and snap of old-fashioned romantic comedy. For all the indistinct sets and underpopulated scenes of this starvation-budget production, this is the rare calling-card film that favors story and character over flash and contrivance. --Sean Axmaker
Average review score:

Pick Up That Camera!
Amazing! I can't believe this little gem is being released on DVD. I saw it at the New York Independent Film festival last September and was pleasantly surprised. Having worked in a video store myself, I found the theme very relatable. I especially liked the liquor store scene. Very funny. Despite the low budget, it's still a pretty slick movie. A real inspiration to aspiring film makers.

Funny, Insightful Independent Film
I saw this film at the 2001 Ashland Independent Film Festival. The film is a witty and insightful look at love, careers and the video business!

Though it appears to have been shot on a shoestring, the filmmakers made up for their lack of budget with an engaging plot and very funny dialog.

Highly recommended!

Out of Africa
Released in DVD by Universal Studios (04 March, 2003)
MPAA Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Director: Sydney Pollack
Starring: Meryl Streep and Robert Redford
Sydney Pollack's 1985 multiple-Oscar winner is a sumptuous and emotionally satisfying film about the life of Danish writer Karen Blixen (Meryl Streep), better known as Isak Dinesen, who travels to Kenya to be with her German husband (Klaus Maria Brandauer) but falls for an English adventurer (Robert Redford). The film is slow in developing the relationship, but it is rich in beautiful images of Africa and in the romantic tone surrounding Blixen's gradual discovery of her life and voice. One downside: while we may all love Redford, he is as convincingly British as Kevin Costner is in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. --Tom Keogh
Average review score:

An Epic with blemishes
This is indeed a beautiful movie. I saw it for the first time last night and its comparable to 'The English Patient' in more ways than one. Undeniably, it is Meryl Streep who holds the film together, as the supporting cast does her no favors. The direction is superb and the background score is very captivating. Universals' DVD presentation of the film is commendable, complete with an hour long documentary called 'The Song of Africa' which documents the crews' travails in the dark continent and also gives one some insights on how the film made it from page to screen.

However, Robert Redford ruins most of the film with his dull uninspired take as a British expatriate living and trekking in South Africa. I have never particularly liked any of this mans' performances, and his role here only serves to reiterate that he is one of the most overrated American actors of all time. I can even imagine Tim Curry or Danny DeVito doing a better job here than he does. His character is supposed to be British. Why on earth does he then sound as if he just stepped off a trailer in Mobile, Alabama? Did Mr. Redford do no research on this part? This is truly unpardonable and one of the reasons why I have to ultimately give this film only three stars. And they all belong to Meryl.

Mildly recommended.

A Good Intro
If you know little about Isak Dinesen's story, this movie will enthrall you, and give you a good introduction to it. The actors, especially Meryl Streep, do a great job, and the vistas in the background are everything you'd expect in an ode to Africa: plains with buffalo, elephants, giraffe, and the mountains in the background.
However, if you've read anything about this, the movie may be a bit jarring. Specifically, Robert Redford is jarring. I'm sure he's a great actor, but he's just not playing the part of Denys Finch-Hatton. He portrays a Great White Hunter of the British Empire as a Great White Conservationist with a strong American accent. Words are put in Finch-Hatton's mouth that make little sense. Don't give up on the movie however, just concentrate on Streep.

one of my favorites ever
This movie combines so many different emotions, and sets up a dreamworld and story for you to fall in love with. But if you're thinking of buying it, you've probably already seen it. The only reason to buy this DVD is if you want to see it over and over again, and if you want see the added features...which are interesting once. As far as the movie goes, I can do nothing but give it 5 stars.

The Italian Job Gift Set (includes 1969 and 2003 Versions)
Released in DVD by Paramount Home Video (07 October, 2003)
MPAA Rating: G (General Audience)
Director: Peter Collinson
Starring: Michael Caine and Noel Coward
The Italian Job (2003)
Though it bears little resemblance to the original 1969 thriller starring Michael Caine, the 2003 remake of The Italian Job stands on its own as a caper comedy that's well above average. The title's a misnomer--this time it's actually a Los Angeles job--but the action's just as exciting as it propels a breezy tale of honor and dishonor among competing thieves. Inheriting Caine's role as ace heist-planner Charlie Croker, Mark Wahlberg plays straight-man to a well-cast team of accomplices, including Mos Def, Jason Statham, and scene-stealer Seth Green in a variation of the role originally played by Noel Coward. As the daughter of Croker's ill-fated mentor (Donald Sutherland), Charlize Theron is recruited to double-cross a double-crosser (Edward Norton in oily villain mode), and once again, speedily versatile Mini Coopers play a pivotal role in director F. Gary Gray's exhilarating car-chase climax. It's perhaps the greatest product placement in movie history, and just as fun the second time around. --Jeff Shannon

The Italian Job (1969)
This little-known cult caper is about as depraved as they come. Michael Caine, ever the enterprising swinger and swindler, has an ingenious plan to steal a huge cache of Chinese gold to be shipped to Turin as collateral for a new Fiat plant. Since the Italy-Great Britain soccer match is being played at the same time, Caine wants to create a diversion in the form of a monumental traffic jam. For financing, he turns to Noel Coward, who directs British criminal enterprises from his jail cell. A motley crew is assembled, including Benny Hill as a computer expert with a fetish for large-breasted women. It's all a nasty and fun parody, with the most memorable robbery-chase sequence in the history of the caper genre. --Bill Desowitz

Average review score:

Watch the old version
They had such good actors for the new one but someone blew it and I'm going to have to blame it on the writer here. sorry buddy but what were you thinking? I know, you had to sell out to make a buck and the corporate rapists screwed you over. It's 0k. The funny lines all have to do with that little red headed freak who thinks he created Napster.

Two Very Different Movies with minis
One cannot compare the two movies because they are only somewhat similar.
I love Michael Caine. He's always at his best. The movie seems to be the spoof of the newest one.
The American version has more action, suspence, great lines, and some fab actors. Jason Statham is one hot actor, who can say anything and it is so well done.

THE ONLY QUESTION IS WHICH ONE I LIKE MORE.
This is the right way to make a remake: fun, clever, and full of great stunts (as opposed to unbelievable CGI effects a la Charlie's Angels).
The old version is pretty good too, I bought it without having seeing it before and it didn't dissapoint. It doesn't always make sense (just what the heck did the Minis climb that huge roof for ?) but then again, who cares ?!?
Great movies which make your DVD player a great reason to exist!

The Italian Job
Released in Theatrical Release by (30 May, 2003)
MPAA Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Director: F. Gary Gray
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron, and Edward Norton
Though it bears little resemblance to the original 1969 thriller starring Michael Caine, the 2003 remake of The Italian Job stands on its own as a caper comedy that's well above average. The title's a misnomer--this time it's actually a Los Angeles job--but the action's just as exciting as it propels a breezy tale of honor and dishonor among competing thieves. Inheriting Caine's role as ace heist-planner Charlie Croker, Mark Wahlberg plays straight-man to a well-cast team of accomplices, including Mos Def, Jason Statham, and scene-stealer Seth Green in a variation of the role originally played by Noel Coward. As the daughter of Croker's ill-fated mentor (Donald Sutherland), Charlize Theron is recruited to double-cross a double-crosser (Edward Norton in oily villain mode), and once again, speedily versatile Mini Coopers play a pivotal role in director F. Gary Gray's exhilarating car-chase climax. It's perhaps the greatest product placement in movie history, and just as fun the second time around. --Jeff Shannon
Average review score:

a lot of fun, one of the better summer movies.
A film by F. Gary Gray

I didn't think much of this movie from watching the trailer. It looked a little cheap and cheesy and I didn't expect it to be remotely worth watching. Then it started to make money and I started hearing positive word of mouth reports about the movie. It became one of those "sleeper" hits that nobody expected, least of all me. After all of the positive word on this movie, I gave it a shot. Happily, I can report that the movie is actually quite good.

The movie opens in the midst of a heist. Charlie (Mark Whalberg) is the leader of the group pulling off this heist. It is audacious (stealing quite a bit of gold bricks) and it is creative in how it is pulled off. It ends with a nice chase sequence and naturally they get away with it. I'm not giving anything away. Just when they've gotten away with it, one of the members of the group pulls a double cross. Steve (Edward Norton) had his own plan in place to take the gold for himself, and he kills one member and gets away with it. Again, I'm not spoiling the movie, I'm setting it up. This is all exposition.

The main story comes some time after this. Charlie finds out where Steve is living (in extravagant wealth), and he pulls together the old crew to rob Steve of the gold that Steve stole from the crew. They add Stella (Charlize Theron) to the crew (for reasons that I'm not quite prepared to spoil) and plan the new heist. There is some suspense and interesting gadgets, until it is time for the heist. This is when things really pick up and we get to the point of the whole movie: the chase.

The simple fact is that is movie is a lot of fun. It is very fast paced, and is like a quick reading novel. It moves fast, keeps you interested, and gives a satisfying conclusion. The acting is fine for what it is, and this is a stylish movie. This movie will never win any major awards, but it doesn't have to. It's better than most typical summer movies, and I would definitely recommend it.

The Italian Job co-stars Seth Green, Donald Sutherland, and Jason Statham.

Smart, Intelligent and Entertaining Caper Film!
This is a truly terrific caper movie, one that capitalizing by showcasing the emerging star power of both Donnie Wahlberg and Charlize Theron. It is also a smart and well-photographed movie that proves the old adage of depending on the use of a great story and then embellishing on it with all the bells and whistles. The plot is as believable as anything can be that posits the existence of people so smart, so devious, and so daring as to be able to do some of the things that are done here. Yet the qualms about believability quickly fade with each nosiy and exciting revving up of the action, which is well choreographed, full of pyrotechnics, and absolutely fresh and new, adding to the charm of the movie.

The cast adds immeasurably to the charm of the movie, with Donald Sutherland, Ed Norton, and several notable others lending both credence and a certain gritty feel to this tale about life on the margins, on the far side of the law. I also got the impression that given the box office success of this film; much of the crew may be back to thrill us again in an inevitable sequel. I am up for it. After all, given the aplomb and cool they displayed in driving a trio of Metros through the streets, sewers, and tunnels of Los Angeles at rush hour, and added into this mix was a certain level of style and intelligence often missing in such caper flicks, it would be fun to consider a series of such films. Compared to other recent offerings at the theater, which have by an dlarge been disappointing affairs indeed, it would be a relief to consider more caper flicks like this. Enjoy!

Simply awesome! Charlize Rocks
This was a great film! The plot is terrific and the performances are top notch! Inventive solutions and I LOVE that Charlize is the wild driver in this picture! Everyone does a great job; characters are interesting, not too closed as is so often the case in this genre of film. Nicely done.

The Italian Job (Full Screen Edition)
Released in DVD by Paramount Home Video (07 October, 2003)
MPAA Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Director: F. Gary Gray
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron, and Edward Norton
Though it bears little resemblance to the original 1969 thriller starring Michael Caine, the 2003 remake of The Italian Job stands on its own as a caper comedy that's well above average. The title's a misnomer--this time it's actually a Los Angeles job--but the action's just as exciting as it propels a breezy tale of honor and dishonor among competing thieves. Inheriting Caine's role as ace heist-planner Charlie Croker, Mark Wahlberg plays straight-man to a well-cast team of accomplices, including Mos Def, Jason Statham, and scene-stealer Seth Green in a variation of the role originally played by Noel Coward. As the daughter of Croker's ill-fated mentor (Donald Sutherland), Charlize Theron is recruited to double-cross a double-crosser (Edward Norton in oily villain mode), and once again, speedily versatile Mini Coopers play a pivotal role in director F. Gary Gray's exhilarating car-chase climax. It's perhaps the greatest product placement in movie history, and just as fun the second time around. --Jeff Shannon
Average review score:

a lot of fun, one of the better summer movies.
A film by F. Gary Gray

I didn't think much of this movie from watching the trailer. It looked a little cheap and cheesy and I didn't expect it to be remotely worth watching. Then it started to make money and I started hearing positive word of mouth reports about the movie. It became one of those "sleeper" hits that nobody expected, least of all me. After all of the positive word on this movie, I gave it a shot. Happily, I can report that the movie is actually quite good.

The movie opens in the midst of a heist. Charlie (Mark Whalberg) is the leader of the group pulling off this heist. It is audacious (stealing quite a bit of gold bricks) and it is creative in how it is pulled off. It ends with a nice chase sequence and naturally they get away with it. I'm not giving anything away. Just when they've gotten away with it, one of the members of the group pulls a double cross. Steve (Edward Norton) had his own plan in place to take the gold for himself, and he kills one member and gets away with it. Again, I'm not spoiling the movie, I'm setting it up. This is all exposition.

The main story comes some time after this. Charlie finds out where Steve is living (in extravagant wealth), and he pulls together the old crew to rob Steve of the gold that Steve stole from the crew. They add Stella (Charlize Theron) to the crew (for reasons that I'm not quite prepared to spoil) and plan the new heist. There is some suspense and interesting gadgets, until it is time for the heist. This is when things really pick up and we get to the point of the whole movie: the chase.

The simple fact is that is movie is a lot of fun. It is very fast paced, and is like a quick reading novel. It moves fast, keeps you interested, and gives a satisfying conclusion. The acting is fine for what it is, and this is a stylish movie. This movie will never win any major awards, but it doesn't have to. It's better than most typical summer movies, and I would definitely recommend it.

The Italian Job co-stars Seth Green, Donald Sutherland, and Jason Statham.

Smart, Intelligent and Entertaining Caper Film!
This is a truly terrific caper movie, one that capitalizing by showcasing the emerging star power of both Donnie Wahlberg and Charlize Theron. It is also a smart and well-photographed movie that proves the old adage of depending on the use of a great story and then embellishing on it with all the bells and whistles. The plot is as believable as anything can be that posits the existence of people so smart, so devious, and so daring as to be able to do some of the things that are done here. Yet the qualms about believability quickly fade with each nosiy and exciting revving up of the action, which is well choreographed, full of pyrotechnics, and absolutely fresh and new, adding to the charm of the movie.

The cast adds immeasurably to the charm of the movie, with Donald Sutherland, Ed Norton, and several notable others lending both credence and a certain gritty feel to this tale about life on the margins, on the far side of the law. I also got the impression that given the box office success of this film; much of the crew may be back to thrill us again in an inevitable sequel. I am up for it. After all, given the aplomb and cool they displayed in driving a trio of Metros through the streets, sewers, and tunnels of Los Angeles at rush hour, and added into this mix was a certain level of style and intelligence often missing in such caper flicks, it would be fun to consider a series of such films. Compared to other recent offerings at the theater, which have by an dlarge been disappointing affairs indeed, it would be a relief to consider more caper flicks like this. Enjoy!

Simply awesome! Charlize Rocks
This was a great film! The plot is terrific and the performances are top notch! Inventive solutions and I LOVE that Charlize is the wild driver in this picture! Everyone does a great job; characters are interesting, not too closed as is so often the case in this genre of film. Nicely done.

The Italian Job (Widescreen Edition)
Released in DVD by Paramount Home Video (07 October, 2003)
MPAA Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Director: F. Gary Gray
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron, and Edward Norton
Though it bears little resemblance to the original 1969 thriller starring Michael Caine, the 2003 remake of The Italian Job stands on its own as a caper comedy that's well above average. The title's a misnomer--this time it's actually a Los Angeles job--but the action's just as exciting as it propels a breezy tale of honor and dishonor among competing thieves. Inheriting Caine's role as ace heist-planner Charlie Croker, Mark Wahlberg plays straight-man to a well-cast team of accomplices, including Mos Def, Jason Statham, and scene-stealer Seth Green in a variation of the role originally played by Noel Coward. As the daughter of Croker's ill-fated mentor (Donald Sutherland), Charlize Theron is recruited to double-cross a double-crosser (Edward Norton in oily villain mode), and once again, speedily versatile Mini Coopers play a pivotal role in director F. Gary Gray's exhilarating car-chase climax. It's perhaps the greatest product placement in movie history, and just as fun the second time around. --Jeff Shannon
Average review score:

a lot of fun, one of the better summer movies.
A film by F. Gary Gray

I didn't think much of this movie from watching the trailer. It looked a little cheap and cheesy and I didn't expect it to be remotely worth watching. Then it started to make money and I started hearing positive word of mouth reports about the movie. It became one of those "sleeper" hits that nobody expected, least of all me. After all of the positive word on this movie, I gave it a shot. Happily, I can report that the movie is actually quite good.

The movie opens in the midst of a heist. Charlie (Mark Whalberg) is the leader of the group pulling off this heist. It is audacious (stealing quite a bit of gold bricks) and it is creative in how it is pulled off. It ends with a nice chase sequence and naturally they get away with it. I'm not giving anything away. Just when they've gotten away with it, one of the members of the group pulls a double cross. Steve (Edward Norton) had his own plan in place to take the gold for himself, and he kills one member and gets away with it. Again, I'm not spoiling the movie, I'm setting it up. This is all exposition.

The main story comes some time after this. Charlie finds out where Steve is living (in extravagant wealth), and he pulls together the old crew to rob Steve of the gold that Steve stole from the crew. They add Stella (Charlize Theron) to the crew (for reasons that I'm not quite prepared to spoil) and plan the new heist. There is some suspense and interesting gadgets, until it is time for the heist. This is when things really pick up and we get to the point of the whole movie: the chase.

The simple fact is that is movie is a lot of fun. It is very fast paced, and is like a quick reading novel. It moves fast, keeps you interested, and gives a satisfying conclusion. The acting is fine for what it is, and this is a stylish movie. This movie will never win any major awards, but it doesn't have to. It's better than most typical summer movies, and I would definitely recommend it.

The Italian Job co-stars Seth Green, Donald Sutherland, and Jason Statham.

Smart, Intelligent and Entertaining Caper Film!
This is a truly terrific caper movie, one that capitalizing by showcasing the emerging star power of both Donnie Wahlberg and Charlize Theron. It is also a smart and well-photographed movie that proves the old adage of depending on the use of a great story and then embellishing on it with all the bells and whistles. The plot is as believable as anything can be that posits the existence of people so smart, so devious, and so daring as to be able to do some of the things that are done here. Yet the qualms about believability quickly fade with each nosiy and exciting revving up of the action, which is well choreographed, full of pyrotechnics, and absolutely fresh and new, adding to the charm of the movie.

The cast adds immeasurably to the charm of the movie, with Donald Sutherland, Ed Norton, and several notable others lending both credence and a certain gritty feel to this tale about life on the margins, on the far side of the law. I also got the impression that given the box office success of this film; much of the crew may be back to thrill us again in an inevitable sequel. I am up for it. After all, given the aplomb and cool they displayed in driving a trio of Metros through the streets, sewers, and tunnels of Los Angeles at rush hour, and added into this mix was a certain level of style and intelligence often missing in such caper flicks, it would be fun to consider a series of such films. Compared to other recent offerings at the theater, which have by an dlarge been disappointing affairs indeed, it would be a relief to consider more caper flicks like this. Enjoy!

Simply awesome! Charlize Rocks
This was a great film! The plot is terrific and the performances are top notch! Inventive solutions and I LOVE that Charlize is the wild driver in this picture! Everyone does a great job; characters are interesting, not too closed as is so often the case in this genre of film. Nicely done.

Don Henley Live - Inside Job
Released in DVD by Image Entertainment (21 November, 2000)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Starring: Don Henley
Don Henley and the Eagles may have sold a jillion albums, written some memorable songs, and established themselves as icons of the cocaine-colored '70s. But if there's one thing they weren't, it's a great live band--unless, of course, your idea of greatness includes rote, note-perfect re-creations of the recorded versions. And so it is with Henley the solo artist, at least if Live: Inside Job is any clue. Oh, it's not that this is a bad show. Au contraire. Henley's got a really good voice, a very good band, and a batch of good songs, including five from Inside Job (his first album of new material since the '80s), several solo hits, and the inevitable Eagle droppings. The guy is unquestionably a serious artist (that's serious as in "humorless"--Henley's stock in trade is sarcastic, cynical tunes like "Dirty Laundry," "New York Minute," and "They're Not Here, They're Not Coming," with their bitter ruminations on how tough it is to be a celebrity and the general decay and hollowness of contemporary culture). As such, he might reasonably claim that it's all about the music--hey, you want costume changes and firing flash pots, go see Cher or Kiss. An admirable stance, maybe, but it doesn't exactly make for a thrilling video experience. What you get is a filmed concert--nothing more, nothing less--with a couple of unexpected moments. Chief among the latter is the romping, Afro-Cuban arrangement of "Hotel California," and the presence of a 12-voice choir (led by Maxine Waters) that lends genuine majesty to "The Heart of the Matter." The choir is appropriate, because with Live: Inside Job, that's who Don Henley's preaching to. --Sam Graham
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This is Henley
Don Henley isn't, and never will be, a flamboyant artist and this DVD only serves to prove it. The man takes his music very seriously and expects to be taken seriously in return. What this serves to produce is a very polished stage performance.

As with Eagles performances, "Live: Inside Job" is an extremely good display of top quality musicianship. Henley gives impassioned and nearly flawless renditions of the best of his solo career, some Eagles material (including a twist on the classic "Hotel California") and some good new material. He is well backed up by an excellent band and choir.

This is an excellently produced DVD. None of the material seems out of place, it is visually pleasing but most importantly with anything that Henley does the sound is rich and enveloping. All in all this is a fantastic listening experience for Henley fans but also for anyone who can appreciate good musicianship.

don henly the song writer
I have been a long time Eagles fan and particular favored all the artists that have come through including henley, fry, schmidt, walsch, etc..... You cannot compare "hell freezes over" with "inside job" for a number of reasons.. First of all"Hell freezes over to me is the bench mark of reproduction of live concert that with all those boys together puts on a show like no other... to me Timmothy B has great singing ability, Walsch has his own unique blend of input into the show that he does not get credit for and truely has great abilities... Henley I feel has more passion in his singing surrounded by these guys however in Inside job if you truely want to appreciate the man, the song writer, the "passion" it is a great concert and dvd... great quality as a music experience and not a flashy show but great quality music.. My only dissapointment is the changing of Hotel California. He should have finished a more traditional version but who am I to judge. There are so many classics but as usual coming off this new album "Taking you home" will always be a favorite... "everything is different now" is a great version and a underated song along with "My thanksgiving" Desperado in his last verse makes a difference than the usual, and " There not here, they're not coming" is just a fun road song.... My last comments are as a person myself with a love of music, Henly truely is a great song writer..

DTS surround gets better at the beginning of Lilah!?!
Great DVD! I agree with others that the DTS mix is not as good as 'Hell Freezes Over' but it's certainly a pleasant listening experience.

One thing I notice with my DVD (which I'm not sure if it's a defect or what) is that, on either the DTS or DD version, the rear surround speakers seem to become more noticeable half way in the middle of the flute solo at the beginning of Lilah. You can actually hear the flute sound move from the front to the rear speakers (hummm!?!). Before that point, there is not much going on in the rear speakers, but after that point, the surround experience is greater with more instrumentation and background vocals coming from the rear. Is it just me?!? I'll probably return the DVD for another copy to hear if it acts the same way.

None the less, the sound quality is very clean and this DVD is a keeper!

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