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Is this product review positive? Title: A Book Which Should Be On Any Traveller's Bookshelf Review: Some years ago -- when going places was still a childhood dream -- I read this book from cover to cover. Where brochures are romantic, this book is sometimes almost TOO practical; the result is that once having read it, you not only will never be taken advantage of again, you'll know more about travel to wherever you're going than will be said in whatever guidebook you buy! A few pointers Lana gives: You have to bring enough money with you to do what you came for; plane fare (no matter how high) is really NOT the primary consideration when planning a good trip; Don't try to cram in other cities or countries just because they're "close by". This thin volume is a must-read before any trip. It even has a section on translating tourist promotion hype into English! Obviously written by someone with a lifetime of dealing with people on the go, Travel Sense should not be missed Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Wicca strikes again Review: This is not Orisha, not Santeria, not umbanda, not anything except Wicca masquerading as some other tradition. If you want a deck relating to orisha and other African Spiritual paths then look at The New Orleans VooDoo Tarot. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: El Hechisero... Review: ... is a funny guy.I suppose my question is, if Orisa gave us diloggun and obi and ifa, what the heck do we need tarot for? Also, regarding Umbanda, only in middle class Umbanda are the heads of the Linhas white. There's a whole history behind that that begins and ends with Getulio Vargas himself... but I digress.If one wants to use these cards, I suggest that they are only used by those who have white Eguns who practiced Umbanda Branca. Otherwise, if you're not a priest and you're just itching to add something "out of Africa" to your religious practice (or a really way out ogberin/abiyan/aleyo who needs a new godparent or whose godparent needs to straighten them out), learn Obi (coco) and get to know your Eguns, who, sometimes, are just as powerful as Oricha... or fairies ;-). Peace, Omo L'Oya Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: oh geeze Review: This is beyond silly. Adding unicorns and fantasy creatures to African tradition. This deck is so beyond anything having to do with Orisha that Im amazed so many people bought it. Please donot wast your money Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Fair Book Review: This book is fair as far as IIS goes and yes I agree you can't learn IIS in 14 days. This book is dry and doesn't cover ODBC errors. I bought MCSE Test Success by Lisa McDonald and it blows this book away.The only good thing I can say about this book it that the MMC exercises are good but otherwise look elsewhere this book has WAY to much fluff. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: I've seen better from the Sams Teach Yourself series. Review: For being a test prep book for a specific Microsoft exam this book does a poor job of targeting its audience. The information is generally valid but it is presented haphazardly and inconsistently. This book is a prime example of all the pitfalls of having six people author one book. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: This is the best IIS4 book on the market! Review: I have reviewed several IIS 4 books that are currently available. I highly recommend this book as being the best and most complete. I am a MCSE and MCT. I currently teach this course at an AATP and I recommend this book as the best that I have been able to locate. None of the books I have read are in depth. Including this book. However I have found it to obtain correct and easy to understand information. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Good grounding, but won't guarantee a pass Review: I bought this to prepare for the IIS exam, having had good experiences with the Windows 95 and NT Server books.However, I felt this book was rushed and contained quite a few typos, even asking the same question in review sections with different answers!I failed the exam, and found that at least 4 questions were not covered in the contents of the book. so while the book is a good grounding for anyone about to use IIS 4, it is not perhaps the ideal preparation for taking the exam, which is a pretty serious flaw. Be warned! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: it doesnt work for laptop with processor 1.5 ghz, take it off from amazon Review: it doesnt work for laptop with processor 1.5 ghz, take it off from amazon.I tried on win xp on my destop still doesnt work .its a useless . non working item, amazon should not keep such itemsotherwise your reputation will go. I am going to return mine , i bought from amazon (tech for less shop) Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: The PTV-371-EF is an excellent tuner, I know ! Review: Approx. 3 weeks ago I wrote my truthful review on this item.So far you are not interested in using it so I wonder why - I wasted mytime writing about an item that, for the life of me, hasn't had a lotmore interest from others than that from me.I'm not a computer geek but a five year old could set this item upby using GOOD COMMON SENSE.I've been recording live TV for weeks now & transfering them to DVD'swith very good reproductive quality, so I'm VERY happy I choose tofigure it out instead of whinning & complaining !Don Morton - Largo, Florida Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: geekish Review: Unless your computer is fairly 'virgin' with only simple codec needs and no other video software ... it won't work without a LOT of tweaking.Buy something better.Not even XP approved, forget Vista. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Defectiive Review: Bought this item in Feb, within 6 weeks there was a weird sound then a couple of little protrusion as though something got hot within the unit,it no longer worked. Would not buy again. Also,it didn't fit properly into the usb port & cable connection to begin with. It repeatedly came apart unless braced just so. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: No Windows 7 support Review: This product has no Windows 7 support and there are no publicized plans for releasing Win 7 drivers. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Poor quality, not useful, not compatible, stinky Review: never really got this working right, or perhaps it worked as best it could. TV reception lousy, even over cable hooked directly to the device. Over the air stations impossible.The guide and all the rest of the features are fine, I guess, but never had much of a chance or need to explore them since the reception was so terrible. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Software not compatible Review: While doadloading the software a pop-up said "that the device has not passed XP logo testing and could cause problems if I proceded any further." If I could remedy this problem, it will fine by me. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: The Big O Review: This DVD, obviously, is the final season of Big O. The shipping did a really good job of getting it to my place which is important. It was packaged nice, unlike others I have purchased, and all the DVDs arrived in new condition. This series features the secret of Mr. Rogers as well as the Big O. I would also like to point out that Cartoon Network helped finance this final season because of its popularity. There are also some new characters who make their appearance in it as well as some old characters who get their own Mega Deuces. I would recommend this to anyone who likes anime and giant robot mechs. I would also recommend this to anyone who likes a serious but interesting plot. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Not my thing. Review: Not my thing simple as that. Sorry but no. Save your money if you want something like gundam wing. :( Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Could it be their debut release? Review: If so, most artists might consider selling their soul to sound this good, that young. I have only made it through the first 4 or 5 tracks and it is breathtaking; such quality from so young a group. Intimate associations with wood and wire: perhaps they have been sleeping with their instruments since they were children? Either way, if you enjoy Jazz Manouche, invest in the "The Fingers of Man", you will not be disappointed. Either this release, a $5.99 download or their CD "1910" is well worth the investment. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity Review: This was a great series that got no support. But you can enjoy it again by ordering the set of the only partial season of episodes. I watched them over and over. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity - Blu-Ray Review: This is my all time favorite TV series, surpassing Babylone 5, the Star Treks, DUNE, and Battlestar Gallactica. If you like a Sci-Fi, Western in space, with excellent character developement and great humor - you'll love this series and Movie. Start with the series and finish with the movie for full understanding of the characters.A must have! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Why was it cancelled????? Review: I just don't get it. Firefly was such a great show in every respect. The actors were superb and the storyline was awesome. You really liked the characters. They were all very distinct individuals but, like any family, if you mess with one you mess with all.And it was Joss Whedon...need I say more?Someone had their head up their b**t when they decided to cancel this show. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Even better the third time Review: A lot of shows seem like they would be worth watching again, particularly when I have such a short memory for shows. But, they usually don't. Serenity is one that really improves with multiple views. We bought the DVD, and re-loved every episode. Don't spend extra on Blu-ray, as the original does not seem to have high enough resolution to make a difference. We bought the movie that we have Netflixed twice after seeing the TV series again. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Extras worth it? Review: Everybody who loved "Firefly" already has this, so the only reason to double dip is for a better, remastered or hi-def image, or new extras. My question is if the fan documentary listed as an extra here at 21 minutes is just a trimmed down version of the already-released fan documentary "Done the Impossible," which ran something like 90 minutes (and I haven't seen)? And if so, why not include the whole documentary? Could they not license the whole thing? Can somebody answer this question? And whether that's the only worthy new extra (in which case, you might as well save the double dip and just pic up the other doc). Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: The First Sci-Fi Classic since "Dune" Review: And in many ways, its better than "Dune". As a huge science fiction fan, I often find myself snobbish toward less than stellar sci-fi movies, and to be honest, I thought "Firefly" at best was a good idea that wasn't given enough time to develop. Needless to say, "Serenity" came and blew everyone away."Serenity" will always be a very unique and rare film, because its a spectacular combination of special effects, interesting time/space ideas, and a story arc that happily concludes a cancelled TV Series. I doubt you're going to see anything that different for a while.So many science fiction films come and go ("Event Horizon" anyone?) but more than a year after release, "Serenity" continues to bring in new fans and win over more people to the science fiction genre. For that reason alone, this should get five stars.Buy this DVD. You will never have seen anything like it, and this is one movie you can watch again and again without getting bored. A true classic. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Get Firefly first! Review: Get Firefly first! Better yet, buy both, and watch the series first. This is a very very good flick, that ties everything from the series, 'Firefly' together. It truly is better then the series, and the series was great!This is one of those few Sci-Fi fantasy flicks that is so much fun to watch, that you wish there was no ending. Very Very good! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity Review: In Joss Whedon's vision of the future, a hybrid superpower known only as 'the alliance' dominates a solar system still ravaged by a war long since done. Settlers occupy the outer rim, facing a literal final frontier as they battle with the hardships of poverty and technological breakdown and raids by cannabalistic humanoids known as 'reevers'. Amid this chaos add a ship full of brigands who harbour two fugatives on the run from the alliance, one of whom may be the most powerful weapon known to man.It should be run of the mill space fantasy but Whedon's strengths as a writer and first time big screen director hone this movie into a rewarding experience for the viewer. The dialogue effortlessly flits from wiscracking humour to social commentary. The action set pieces more than justify a round of applause.Once an axed TV show now Serenity is a 'leaf on the wind.' Watch how it soars. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: It's got everything! Review: Joss Whedon has a wonderful imagination. This film will entertain fans of the Firefly series and those who have never seen the original.Great plot and story telling, acting, photograpy, special fx, sound and music. Can't wait for the next Whedon extravaganza! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity is top notch Review: I was unfamilar with Firefly. The flim has sold me to see the old TV series. The quality of the Blu-ray is top notch and leaps off the screen. Overall, an excellent pasttime. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Great fun Review: Serenity takes the series Firefly to the next level and without the constraints of television censorship a grittier, darker and far more graphically violent universe is the result. Although it's a science fiction genre the movie like the series before, is a bit of a western in space which isn't a bad thing.Serenity expands on much of the premises of the series filling out the foundation of the Reivers and bringing River's character to it's fullest extent. The storyline is excellent, with Mal, his crew and his passengers conducting shady dealings like payroll heists but, true to their pasts idealists as well.The movie is great fun and certainly one of the best science fiction films of the last few years. Now only if Farscape could emulate the same jump from series to the big screen. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Very good movie Review: After a quite confusing beginning (I had not seen the firefly series), I eventually got into this movie and really enjoyed it. Good sci-fi is hard to come by: the scince has to be plausible, the fiction has to be fascinating and it has to somehow make sense as a possible future or alternative reality. So much science fiction falls short in one fo these three categories, but "Serenity" succeeds on all levels. The cosmology is credible, the story is gripping and the carachters are very enjoyable. It also leaves the door wide open for a sequel, as it seems obvious that there are more adventures to be had in the world of the Alliance, with its many planets and many moons. If there is a sequel I will be first in the queue to see it.Good gripping sci-fi. Well done. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity Review: Plenty of action, acting was excellent as always. But I thought the movie fell short of the series, Disappointing, I ordered this DVD and the sound had better be hq or it will go back. The sound streaming was poorest I have ever encountered. This is not encoded HD. I don't think whoever did the encoding had a clue what they were doing, it's that poor. Loved the series, but didn't think this was a noteworthy end. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: In my top 5! Review: An absolute must for any Firefly fan! Or if you don't know of Firefly yet, you will after this movie!!! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Great movie! Review: Great ending to the Firefly TV series, which I loved. There is a reason why this show has so many fans - great story line, actors, chemistry. Fun fusion of space and the old west. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Amazing Movie Review: I'll be a Browncoat for life. One of Joss Whedon's best works. I still wish they would get back and do the show again. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Saw it. LOVED it... Review: It was a rought-cut, the special effects weren't added in, the film processing was hastily done and the editing was also done, by all acoutns, the day before.I LOVED it! This answers your quetions. Guys with the blue gloves? Check. Reavers? Check. Why in the hell is Summer crazy? Check. And darnit- will Kaeli and the Doc *ever* get together? Check. This film gives us what we, as fans, really want. It also is a really good film. I went to the advance screening with a few people who had never seen the TV series- and they loved it as well!Own This Movie. :) Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: FIVE STARS! HIGH QUALITY MOVIE! Review: I wish I went to see this in the movie theater. I recently got done watching the series it was based off of, Firefly, which I bought because it was phenomenal. This movie is just as good. I hope and pray they will at least make another movie, or maybe some network like Sci-Fi will pick it up and make a season 2 of the show. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: sereinty Review: BEST.MOVIE.EVER. nuff said, go buy this and the Firefly DVD set, you'll love them.LIGHTYEARS ahead of Star Trek or Star Wars. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: best underated movie of 05' Review: I originally caught 5 minutes of the show when it briefly aired on FOX and thought it was boring. When some much needed downtime came up I bought the series because so many people were saying how good it was. They were right. However, the movie was even better than the short-lived series. Do yourself a favor and invest the 2 hours or so and watch this. If you like sci-fi or just fun movies watch this. In a world of remakes and lack or originality Serenity was a breath of frest air. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: This movie earned a new convert to the series Review: I rented this movie, because I had heard a bit of buzz about the show, and was intrigued by the preview shown in the theatre. I was in the mood for a bit of good SF. I got more than I ever could hope for.The beginning of this movie brings everyone quickly up to speed with the Firefly universe, so even if you've never seen the series, you won't feel left behind. The action is great, and the characters are wonderful. After now seeing some of the series, I see that the movie pulls many of the characters in directions fans might not have expected, but it also adds depth to these characters. Either taken on its own, or in its place in the Firefly "verse", this movie is well worth a watch.I set out to watch this movie for an hour or two of entertainment. Instead, it made me a convert to the series. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: The Way To Miranda Review: I've yet to see a single episode of the 'Firefly' television series but I will soon now that I've seen 'Serenity.' Plain and simple, this is a wonderfully enjoyable sci-fi, action/adventure film. It has everything you could ask for, intelligent plot, strong chemistry between cast members, excellent special effects, great fight sequences with that blithe little dynamo River (Summer Glau) and lots of cannibalistic zombie-like creatures called Reavers to keep you on your toes. Add to the mix the very sexy Inara (Morena Baccarin) and you've got a big hit on your hands.The cast also includes: Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Alan Tudyk, Adam Baldwin, Jewel Staite (my personal favorite), Sean Maher, Chiwetel Ejiofor and David Krumholtz as Mr. Universe.All and all great fun to be had in front of the T.V. set. So get your popcorn and soft drink and you're good to go! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Glad they had an ending Review: I'm glad they made a movie to tie up the loose ends but I still wish they could have continued the series. Definitely watch "Firefly" first if you can. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Awesome show Review: Where has this show been all my life? Many people have recommended it to me, but I finally got around to watching it, and this movie really ties up the series quite well. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity Review: Very good movie. Anyone who watched Firefly would enjoy Serenity. It cleared up several things left hanging when the Firefly ended too soon. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Great Movie, Review: Great Movie. Bought this just for the digital download. Came as expected, fast shipping. Would love to see the TV show come back! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: I cant get enough Review: As satisfying as watching Firefly. Twists, turns, laughing, crying. I will watch it a million times. If you love Firefly you will love Serenity. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: first blu ray movie purchase Review: THis is my husband's favorite movie of all time. We owned it on dvd, but my husband needed to get this on blu-ray Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity 2? Review: This is a great movie for Firefly fans and is still pretty good for those who don't know & love the crew the way the Browncoats do! The complex characters and interesting dialog that made the series great are expertly recreated in the movie thanks to Joss Whedon's focus on the acting over special effects. While Mal and River are the main characters in the film the others do get a chance to shine, although I would have liked to see more of the lovely Inara. Jayne did get some classic Firefly lines ("gee, wouldn't it be nice to have some grenades right about now!", "you can never have enough guns")that helped liven things up. This movie was worth seeing and hopefully will lead to another movie or maybe a return of the series, although that will be hard to accomplish all things considered... Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Best sci-fi movie ever Review: I was late on the Firefly/Serenity bandwagon. I had a hundred dollar gift certificate to Best Buy, saw the Firefly DVD, remembered seeing a preview of Serenity, thought it was cool, and bought the DVD. I watched all the shows in a week and was hooked. I had high expectations for the movie and it met them. Fantastic movie that I believe worked on every level. Buy the DVD! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Firefly Review: TO anyone that loves scifi this is a must. We watch because in our minds this is the the life that we want to live. Senerity is a great example of that. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Totally AMAZING!!!! Review: This movie is full entertaining from the begining to the end and it's very smart. Highly recomended!!! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: It was worth waiting for Review: I loved Firefly and recently re-watched the entire series on DVD. It reminded me how many questions I had - many of which were answered in the movie. It's fun, full of action, and compliments the tv show beautifully. I only wish there was more! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: More Serenity Please... Review: Thanks a lot Fox Network for screwing up Firefly on TV. Who knows what might have happened if you showed the episodes in the right order, and gave people a chance to love it? *sigh* At least we got 14 episodes to set the framework for the movie Serenity. If you haven't seen FireFly set, you should watch all 14 episodes before you watch Serenity. - Too bad this series didn't get a fair chance, it might have taken off. The characters are lovable, the dialog is brilliant, and the rest just works. Joss Whedon's vision is unique, and beautiful. Serenity and Firefly are part western, part sci-fi and a must-see if you enjoy either genre. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Great Movie! Check out the Series! Review: I wish the movie was longer because the story was very good and the characters were very well developed. It was too entertaining to be only a couple of hours. They should bring the series back on T.V. The returning serie's ploit should fill in the story plots between the end of the original series and the movie. Then show the movie, from then on have run the new show on NBC. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity--the Final Firefly Review: If you liked the series "Firefly," you'll love the movie, "Serenity." It is supposed to be the final episode of the short-lived, but immensely popular series.I highly recommend it to all sacience-fiction and western fans. It's a very well done combination of both. Well-acted, well filmed, well-produced--WELL DONE! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Its the Firefly Movie- it can do no wrong Review: The "Firefly" movie "Serentity" was made about 2 years after the series ended. Its a bit of a sad movie as 2 of our heros die. But the idea of a small ship thats a family lives on. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Well Done Review: This film works even for those who are not part of the "Firefly Cult" Fast moving, characters you can care about and a perfect last few seconds. I hope there is another one in the works. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Joss didn't fail my expections one second!!!!!! Review: I was so nervous for Joss's movie. I wanted to be entertained as he has done for me over the last 7 years at least. He exceeded my expections and I was thrilled to be entertained with Serenity's action, off the wall comments, heroism, and suspense. I congratulate all involved with Serenity's production. May this movie bring out a new group of Science Fiction enthusiasts to see it and raise the stakes for more new scripts in movies of Joss's great quality. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: One of the best Sci-fi movies to come out in years!!! Review: Whether you have seen Firefly or not, I think there is something anyone can enjoy about Serenity. I actually saw this movie before watching the Firefly series. I was so intrigued by the story I wanted to see more and believe me, I was not disappointed. Firefly is now one of my favorite TV shows of all time with Serenity being on of my favorite movies.If you have seen Firefly, there probably won't be any need to tell you how good this movie is. I'm sure you will buy it anyway. But if you are a hardcore fan, there are more extras in this collector's edition that I'm sure you won't want to miss.For those of you who are just looking for a decent science-fiction film, look no further. This movie has great action, humor, and special affects and it truly cares about its characters. Please please please see this movie!!! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity DVD Review: Great action and adventure, with a different spin on the greater good creating an unspeakable evil. A star in the vast morass of mud. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Perfect follow-up to the Best TV show ever made! Review: Serenity is a brilliant movie. I know a few people who saw it in the theater who loved it, but I was not fortunate enough to see it before it was gone. I only recently became a fan of the show, and seeing the Firefly series before I saw the movie made it even more fun. I believe it is enjoyable no matter what you know (or don't know) going into it, but getting to spend fourteen episodes learning about nine crew members each with brilliant history and dialog makes seeing them in a great film a wonderful experience. This movie had all the infectious humor of the TV series along with the same great visual effects, solid narrative and brilliant dialog. Do yourself a favor and buy Serenity and the TV show it was based on, Firefly. I'm confident you will enjoy them as much as I have. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: serenite, serenitas, serenus... Bliss Review: I'm a fan of Firefly, so I'm biased, but I took a friend along to see Serenity who hadnever seen the series and she loved the movie. Lots of action and sly humour everything the series had and more.I loved it and can't wait for the next movie, bring it on! Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Gotts love a SCI-FI space western Review: Odd mix of characters, and style, but this movie is great.As someone who has never seen the original series this movies was based on; you don't need to watch the series to enjoy this movie.Watched it twice in the theater, and still wanted more. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Word of Mouth wasn't quite enough Review: I think this movie blew away Star Wars, which had become some ADHD fight fantasy.I rarely saw any sort of advertising in the months leading up to the theatrical release, and many people I know had no idea what it was when it appeared at the theater. I would imagine many people I don't know felt the same way and didn't bother to watch it.I will admit that I'm a browncoat, own the DVD series, and had a pretty good time at this movie, already knowing the backstory... went three times, in fact.I'd like to see this DVD do the same as the format did for the series. If not, I'll have to settle for fanfic. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: A Must See Review: I saw Serenity on opening night, and many more times after that. Joss Whedon has done a great job at creating a western feel movie set in the future. His attention to detail in the film is excellent.If you were a fan of the TV show, Firefly, this movie will certainly increase your love for the ship and its faithful crew. And if you are one who has never seen the TV show, after watching this movie, I guarantee you will be back to Amazon.com, placing the series in your cart. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Storyline not always fluent but an engaging movie nonetheless Review: First, I must say that having seen Serenity before the series a few years ago & then after the watching the series recently, one really ought to see the Firefly TV series before seeing Serenity. The characters & their plights are continued from the too-soon canceled series. Granted, the story line runs thin at times and some of the characters seem a little overdone. So what if one can tell what's CG in certain screens. Serenity is action-packed. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: A View from a non-Scifi genre fan. Review: Serenity is obviously loved by those who are meant to see it. I think it's good science fiction, just not great science fiction. If you haven't seen the show Firefly (I've seen bit and pieces) the first half of the movie will probably come off as confusing and a little dopey. I think the last third of the film is a blast. The story is good, though not without problems, and the acting is good. The special effects are fantastic. I don't concider this great science-fiction like Minority Report or Blade Runner, but it will satisfy any genre fans for sure. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Great movie, average upgrade Review: Serenity is, quite simply, one of the best sci-fi movies I've had the pleasure of seeing. The characters and their interactions are somehow witty and realistic at the same time, and the writing and directing is top-notch. I therefore purchased the (original edition) DVD the week it came out. If you don't own this movie, I recommend it highly, and would suggest getting this edition; it costs less (as of now) and has more special features.If you already own that DVD, however, this new 'collector's edition' isn't really worth upgrading to. The additional features are nice, but nothing mindblowing. If you're a die-hard fan who insists on having both copies, try to find this one at a decent price. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Best Move You've Never Seen Review: This is definitely the best movie you've never seen. Joss Whedon is incredible, the cast is incredible, and the sound and special effects are awesome in the HD DVD version. I rarely write reviews, but I like to think that by writing this review and supporting a movie that I thoroughly enjoyed, I am helping to bring about a sequel to Serenity. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Bad Star Trek Episode Review: For all you out there, this is really NOT Science Fiction, the great literature we sci fi fans love to read (and sometimes write). What this was was a bad Star Trek episode, and I mean from the 60s. Sure there were some decent special effects, but what about story, plot, character, etc. On second thought, it was a bad Battlestar Gallatica episode. Sorry trekkies. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Poor Production Values Review: I couldn't sit through the whole film because of the poor quality of the DVD -- poor picture and sound quality. Why are manufacturers making such low quality DVDs now? One more thing, so many of these reviews are merely judgments of the fans of the movie or the series, or of Joss Whedon himself, with nothing about the movie. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Not So Great Review: I bought this movie without seeing it because I'm not one to dislike many movies - actually, my friends like to say that I am a big collector of bad movies. This is one bad movie that I am going to have to agree with my friends on that I have added to my collection. This movie was that aweful that I am probably going to try and sell it on Ebay for whatever amount possible. The acting was terrible and the cheezey lines were even worse. This movie isn't worth the dust that's been collecting on it... Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Unable to play the DVD on a HD player Review: This product does not work on a HD player. We have played it several times and it will never start. Answer:
No
Is this product review positive? Title: Not happy Review: Pretty much sucked since I wasn't allowed to watch it. I am a US citizen but currently I'm in the UK at grad school and I went on amazon it allowed me to rent the movie pay for the movie and NOT watch it. I really wanted to watch the movie. I normally never have issues with amazon but they shouldn't have let me buy it if I couldn't watch it. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: A Great Disappointment Review: Virtually everything I loved about the "Firefly" series is missing from the movie. The storyline of "Serenity" is only tangent to the "Firefly" narrative; the movie actually loses ground gained in "Firefly" when it comes to mutual trust, affection, and respect. "Serenity" also lacks the easy western pace and humor of "Firefly", to say nothing of the good lighting and always audible dialogue of the TV series. In short, "Serenity" most nearly resembles a video game. Much shooting and hacking and stabbing. Two of my favorites from among the original "Firefly" crew members die (although they are all favorites -- part of the strength of the series) and even the spaceship Firefly is finally smashed to pieces. I've watched the DVD of the TV series four or five times now and gave it to half my friends for Christmas in 2005. Would not consider giving the movie to anyone. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Somnolently Review: Don't bother with the Firefly film; it's a piece of floating space debris in comparison to the TV series. All the elements that made the series interesting such as the dialogue, humor and character interaction and evolution have been thrown off the ship and what's left blown up (literally) into an archetypal Sci-Fi B movie. If you've spent too much time watching the series then this movie is the antidote that will cure you of any curiosity. This is one only the fan boys (who I see mindlessly mark down any negative review here) could love. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Retarded jr-high kid geek movie Review: I rented this from blockbuster because I'd heard lots of hype about it being a cool movie. It is not. It's retarded. I might have thought this was cool back in junior high, but it was just dumb.I guess if you're a fan of the tv show you'd like it, but no normal person would enjoy this. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Star Wars Knock Off Review: Flick is a cheap knock off of Star Wars. There is no creativitiy in the set, the acting, or the script. This rental was a total waste of money. In fact, I turned it off and didn't bother to watch the end. Save you money and rent something else for a real evening of entertainment, Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: The trailer was better than enduring the movie Review: I was led to think that in this movie, a great deal of myth and magic met science fiction. I was obviously wrong in the endeavor and realized that it was a bunch of throw-away danger and one oddball psychic girl that trances out and becomes a killing machine. The dialogue sounded rather rehearsed and uninspired. The really great action happened far too late and disappointingly too little. As for sci-fi pictures involving a governmental coverup, the climactic reveal in this movie came as a melodramatic revelation. I certainly hope that the show this film was based off had a better fanbase, because I thought the movie was a lackluster stinkbomb. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Rent it! Review: Don't buy this should-have-stuck-to-the-small-screen movie. There are reasons for movie rentals. This is one. FX's are great. Script is so tedious and goes nowhere during the first hour. First five minutes are among the best. Try Cowboy Bee bop for the real thing. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Serendity Review: I love the movie and it is action packed. I love the series Firefly and the movie is great. I wished they didn't end the series so soon. The casts were great! Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: just one more thing..... Review: The thing that makes this movie more mesmerizing and electrifying than the TV series is the incredible performance by Summer Glau. She completely and absolutelydominated every scene she was in with a presence and intensity that brought you to that reality. It is a shame that the TV series treated the character of River almost asan aside. I never get tired of watching this, and the more I see it, the more I appreciate how the movie is so much better than the TV series ever dreamed of being. Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Why must everything be Citizen Kane? Review: I love this movie (ain't nothin' like it in the 'verse) and I don't care what anyone else says. Some of the reviewers sound as though they were expecting the "Citizen Kane" of scifi flicks. It's not a masterpiece by any stretch of the imagination but it IS a fun way to spend a Saturday night."I swallowed a bug." Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Awesome Review: I love this movie, almost as much as the Firefly series that spawned it. If only Joss could bring back the series, I would be in heaven.I heartily recommend this movie to anyone who loves sci-fi and wry/dark humour. Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: best movie i have-and i own star wars 4-6 Review: i never saw the show firefly, which i am ashamed to admit, but i found this movie to be absolutely amazing. i have watched it multiple times, and each time i notice something that i didn't notice before. even if you haven't seen the tv show, do yourself a favor and go get this movie. Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Keeps getting better Review: I admit, I am a Joss Whedon Fan. I own Angel, Buffy, and the FireFly series. However, when I first watched Firefly at the request of another rabid fan, it took me a while to get "into it." The same is of the movie. However, the more you watch, the more you like this flick. River kicks butt. Mal is awesome. Jayne is brutal. Inara is just gorgeous. This movie has realism that surpasses any sci fi movie or tv series. A space cowboy adventure with laughs, chills, and thrills galore. Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Great movie for Firefly fans Review: Great way to watch the movie. Too bad it didn't include a second season of Firefly on the disk. =) Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: My first taste of the Firefly universe Review: I didn't know anything about Firefly until I started hearing the buzz about this movie "Serenity". I saw the movie in the theater and have been a raving Firefly fan ever since. If you're already a fan then you know what I mean. If you're not then I urge you to give it a try. I don't recommend that you do it the way I did. Instead, borrow or rent episode 1. Shiny! Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Thanks for the memories Review: I am a die-hard fan of the series Firefly. I watched every episode when it ran on TV and purchased the DVD set. So you can imagine my excitement when I discovered that they were making a movie. I am pleased that they didn’t cheapen the sets and just try to capitalize on the fan base to make a profit. Instead the ship and crew all looked the same as in the series and had the same spark/chemistry between each other. I really liked the movie.Don’t worry about getting lost in the show’s history if you never watched the series. They did a quick rehash of where the doctor and River came from etc. to get you up to speed on the story-line.If you want to be entertained, watch the movie and all of the out-takes and commentary that comes with it. Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: serenity Review: Fox, in it's infinite wisdom, always seems to cancel their best shows, this is one of them. This film would not have been made were it not for the fans petitioning. I was not a buffy or angel fan, yet I now appreciate Joss Whedon's genius Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Superb Science Fiction Review: What's not to like: intrigue, suspense, excellent casting, outstanding script writing, first-rate acting, and great special effects. The movie industry puts out way too few really good sci-fi flicks each year. The shear number of horror movies dwarfs the handful of good sci-fi movies available to rent. I wish the industry would try to do more with this genre. I keep my fingers crossed that some brave, brilliant producer/director team will come along one of these years and dazzle us with a new magnificent journey beyond the stars that shakes us to the core, disturbs our sense of reality, and trivializes our silly politics, religion and self-centeredness. We need a new breed of writers and directors who will raise the bar and present the viewing public with an experience to make us cry, laugh, think and learn something new. I'm still waiting.... Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Serenity, great sci-fi Review: I watched the t.v. series first (in DVD), and I got hooked with the story. Then I bought the movie, Serenity. I really recomend this movie. It's an excelent movie, not just for the visual effects but because it's a very well told story. Every character is well developed in the story and the suspense mixed with a very clever sense of humor keeps you sitting without blinking. It's a great movie for us, the lovers of sci-fi. This is the best sci-fi movie I have seen, after Star Wars... Go brown coats! Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Great Movie! Review: We love the series "Firefly" and loved "Serenity" as well! This is a series that should have lasted much longer than one season & a movie! Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Very enjoyable! Review: Both picture and sound quality are petty good, though not outstanding. We have enjoyed Joss Wheedon's work as a television director and writer for some years now (Buffy, Angel and Firefly on TV). He likes to poke fun at many things in an intelligent way and this movie is no exception. Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: Good Flick Review: The special effects were cool and the characters believable. Who doesn't want to rescue a check and learn she's a tough cookie? Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: rocking good fun Review: A tad more violent than it needed to be, but this was a great continuation of the Firefly story. It answered many questions from the series and made the movie even more enjoyable. They pushed scientific possibility a bit far - but you're so busy enjoying the story and numerous surprises that you'll only realise it much later after the movie. Having seen the full series and movie now I hope they find a way to continue the story. If you enjoyed the story and humor of the series, you can't go wrong with the DVD. Answer:
Yes
Is this product review positive? Title: lost the charm Review: i cannot say how disappointing this movie was, after loving the TV series so much. the movie lost everything that was good about the series: relationships, values, wit, and quirkiness that comes along with people just trying to make it the best way they can. serenity pandered to 10 year old boys who want kick boxing and space ships shooting at each other. i was bored out of my mind. now, don't get me wrong: i love a good fight in any format, when there is some motivation behind it that is worthwhile. i wanted so much to love this and cannot express fully my disappointment... sorry, joss, but this, in my opinion, is the stake in the heart of one of my favorite scifi TV series ever. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Less boring than the TV show Review: I like Sci-Fi - Stargate, Battlestar, etc. A friend suggested I watch Firefly. Got the first DVD, could barely finish the episodes. Boring! So incredibly slow. The premise is okay though. So when I found out they made a movie, I checked it out. If you like the idea of the tv show but can't bare to watch it, try Serenity. It sums up the entire idea and reaches a conclusion without wasting all of your time. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: the most hyped-up sci fi movie in recent memory Review: I do not see what the hype is about. The story is unoriginal. Characters are paper thin. Action is underwhelming (the space battle sequence is less than 3 minutes). Humor is ill attempted. Serenity makes Phantom Menace (a rather weak episode in Star Wars saga) seem like a grand masterpiece. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: I love Firefly.. Review: But this was awful. For those who don't know, Firefly failed miserably because it was aired out of order by Fox, moving the airing days and times around, so it never built an audience. Serenity is the movie to "wrap up" what was started in Firefly.It's awful. Firefly was Joss Whedon's dream project, and it was cancelled. Joss Whedon, apparently, threw in the towel and made a movie expressing his crushed dreams instead of a two hour Firefly finale. The characters are changed, (Simon goes undercover...? since when?) to the point of contradicting the TV show, and Joss expresses his emoness over his show being cancelled by killing off two of the main cast. The Reaver plot is decent, and probably would have come out in a Firefly episode, but the rest is awful. Look it up on wikipedia if you want an explanation of Reavers, and spare yourself the pain of watching this movie.I personally view this as a very well done fan fiction, so it doesn't taint the amazingness that is Firefly. Answer:
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Is this product review positive? Title: Not that good Review: I am one who bought into all the hype that this is actually a good movie-it isn't. The acting seems robotic and I don't think the characters are supposed to be robots. (Heck, Lance Henrickson's character Bishop in the Alien movies has like double the personality of any of the characters in Serenity and Bishop is a robot.) I don't know if this is attributable to bad acting, bad directing, or both in Serenity.The whole movie plays like one of those bad Saturday afternoon movies that you start watching because nothing else is on, but then fall asleep to. I don't really have a problem with the way the actors look, the women (and maybe the men) look sexy. Also the visual effects are not bad. The story and premise is completely lacking. Why would the crew of Serenity continue to keep River on board once they know she is a weapon? They complain and whine to each other about it but never do anything about it-doesn't make any logical sense.Also the 2nd A.D. work in Serenity is really bad. Answer:
No