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Muhammad Ali - The Greatest Collection
Released in DVD by Hbo Studios (05 October, 1999)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Starring: Muhammad Ali
Before Muhammad Ali, plenty of African American heavyweights boxed, but few did for the game (or for blacks) what Ali did. Ali was bold, outrageous, and controversial. His antics outside of the ring showed an often-hilarious flair for self-promotion, and his conversion to Islam and decision to avoid the Vietnam War only fueled the storm of controversy that surrounded him. The thing about Ali, though, was that he was good enough to get by with it; after all, it's hard to argue with success. In the ring, he showed a sheer prowess and technique that few before or since could approach (the bonus CD-ROM discusses the similarities and contrasts between Ali and the great Joe Louis). Outside the ring, Ali had a sharp mind, good looks, and the strength of his own convictions going for him.This DVD contains footage of Ali's 1964 fight in which he slaughtered Sonny Liston, the 1974 bout where his technique got the better of George Foreman and his fearsome punching power, and the brutal 1975 fight against Joe Frazier (all fights are shown in their entirety). There have been few heavyweight boxers who can compare favorably to Muhammad Ali, and this DVD should be in the collection of all those who consider themselves fans of the sport. --Jerry Renshaw
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Great DVD value for all fight fans
Considering you're getting three full fights, PLUS a one hour biography, PLUS a reference CD-ROM, this is a great value. Perfect for all boxing fans, casual or serious. The "Rumble in the Jungle" fight happens to be my fave.

Why Don't They Make Boxing DVD Sets?!
This is an okay dvd set, containing 3 of Ali's greatest fights, but I don't understand why they don't make complete sets of fights, including all of the fighter's bouts, undercards, pre and post fight coverage, everything. They continue to release redundant television shows in "season" box sets, so classic boxing matches should at least deserve the same treatment. All you can find are chopped up, terrible quality sets on auction sites. I'm not saying they should do this for every boxer who ever lived, but the greatest fighters of all time such as Joe Louis, Rocky Marciano, George Foreman, Ali of course, Tyson, and Holyfield should make more than enough money to make it worth their while. A Tyson set especially would sell like hot cakes. I think that many people would love to see these fights brought back to their former glory, and it would be especially nice to see the harder to find fights, when these fighters were just starting their professional careers, in dvd quality to boot. Maybe one day they will come to their senses and give the public what it wants.

Ali's most memorable fights in "The Greatest collection".
There's no video or DVD that've covered these three fights better than "The Greatest Collection". Only minus for die-hard boxing fans is that you don't get the post fight interview in his dresssing room in "The Thrilla in Manila". The DVD "Ali The Whole Story" does. Otherwise an excellent DVD.

MLB - The Ultimate Blooper Collection (This Week in Baseball)
Released in DVD by Wea Corp (02 April, 2002)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
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Very Funny
When I first watched this DVD, I didn't expect it to be very funny. But after the first 10 minutes I was surprised. Almost every blooper I found funny. There is also a special feature on the DVD to watch a highlight of bloopers from a certain year. I recommend this DVD to anyone who enjoys baseball.

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Collection 1995-1999
Released in DVD by Image Entertainment (05 September, 2000)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Starring: Sports Illustrated, Cheryl Tiegs, and Taylor
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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Collection 1995-1999
When i first heard about it, I was excited and could not wait to get my hands on it. however, it did not live up to my expectations. It's more like a documentary about a model's life and all other HOO HAH!!
if you are a guy and thinking about getting it, forget it.
if you are a girl and always wanted to be a model, I guess it would be of some use.
Trust me, don't learn the hard way.......

Scantily clad supermodels! Need I say anymore.
Everyone's familiar with Sports Illustrated's annual swimsuit edition, and the corresponding videos. Now here's your chance to own five years worth on 2 DVDs. Although ,the DVD doesn't contain any "previously unreleased material", it is still a must for all fans, even those who already own the videos. The increased picture quality and crystal clear slo-mo that comes with DVD really add to the experience allowing you to see all those things you thought you saw, if you know what I mean. Best of all there's no macrovision so you can make your own "customized" VHS copy.Featured models include:Eva Herzigova, Tyra Banks, Laetitia Casta, Heidi Klum, Naomi Campbell, Nikki Taylor, Rebecca Romijn,and others. All in all this is an excellent value, but the could've and should've added some bonus footage.

Nice
My reasons for liking this is much different than your typical viewer. I first saw the 1995 special when it was broadcast on TV. My main reason for watching it was to see if the models were as stuck up as they were reputed to be. Actually I found the opposite to be just the case. I was rolling on the floor with laughter at the self-depricating remarks and their genuine good attitude towards life. When I had the opportunity to watch it some years later on video I found that my original opinion held. I was really pleased to see that many of them continued to have prosperous careers. Including Rebecca Romijn-Stamos who deservedly was made the cover model for 1999.

As far as aethetics go, I can not deny that this is a very well produced and slick video. Very aethetically pleasing on all aspects.

The thing that struck me the most about watching the video and looking at the calenders was not so much the aesthetics of the young women. It wasn't just the fact that they were attractive, but despite the fact that they were posing in bathing suits, there was a dignity to them that is seldom seen today and that is what impressed me the most

On Any Sunday 30th Anniversary Collection
Released in DVD by Monterey Home Video (11 December, 2001)
MPAA Rating: G (General Audience)
Starring: On Any Sunday and Bruce Brown
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My name is Dana, and Dad said I could make a movie...
Let me clarify up-front: The main attraction, "On Any Sunday," earns 4 stars as a classic film. For any kid who saw this movie when it came out in 1971, it was a life-changing event. Most of us took up motorcycle riding because of it. And to see it again after so many years is a real thrill. It's the free-spirited, shaggy-haired, helmet-optional, no-padding, sunshiny '70s - with a parade of old, now-extinct dirtbikes to drool over. As with "Endless Summer," Bruce Brown shone sunshine upon a little-known pasttime and made it cool, accessible and very popular.

The big problem arises when Bruce's son Dana takes the helm to offer the "revisited" supplementary DVDs. What Dana has put together is a mish-mash of unused footage from the original - along with some 30-years-later home-video interviews with Dad, Malcolm Smith, Mert Lawwill, and a handful of the other racer stars of the movie.

As the "writer," Dana gives us only one-line-at-a-time, occasional screen text to tell the story. It's choppy, poorly written, grammatically flawed. For example, a sample line when Dana is explaining that we are seeing this footage for the first time. "It it being shown for the first time." It it??!! How could they miss that? And did Dana not inherit any of Dad's narrative skills? If you want us to feel that old Brown magic - then talk to us, don't type little bulletins across the screen with mis-spellings.

As "director" and "editor," Dana chops together average footage from 30 years ago with shallow reminiscences from today. It feels like someone's first project with a home-editing system. It looks like Bruce was interviewed at his dining room table - with no professional lighting and no professional camera work. And no professional interviewing skills. Note to Dana: The only way you're going to pull interesting stories from your interviewees is by asking interesting questions.

Ughh - I could go on and on. Long story short: buy the movie, "On Any Sunday." Skip the "revisit."

A Complete Picture
Yes, On Any Sunday was the original masterpiece but the updtated clips of the old masters in OAS Revisited & OAS Malcolm & More completes the picture.

Yes, I want to know and see what the old codgers look like now and how the ground breaking movie of 71 affected their lives.

Yes, Dana Brown's attempt does not match his fathers brilliance and his attempt is amateurish. It could be seen as downright expoitive of the original and purely a money making venture.

Yes, I'm a dirt-biking nut and I loved it anyway !

Best of Matchstick: Ski Movie Collection
Released in DVD by Vas (02 March, 2004)
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Cosmic Yo-yos: Ultimate Trick Collection
Released in DVD by 1É (20 May, 2003)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Director: Jamie Salvatori
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Logic Skateboard Media 3-Pack Collection, Vol. 2 (#7-9)
Released in DVD by Ventura Distribution (16 July, 2002)
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
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NFR 2003 - Complete Collection
Released in DVD by Prorodeo Films (01 November, 2003)
MPAA Rating: G (General Audience)
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