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All rights reserved.Blood Diamond (2007, Blu-ray Disc)
| Movie Description Set in Sierra Leone, BLOOD DIAMOND explores the role of diamond trading in the African civil war of the late 1990s. Narrowly escaping death when his village is invaded by R.U.F. militia, farmer Solomon Vandy (Djimon Hounsou) is enslaved at a diamond mine and has his family taken from him. When he discovers an unusually large stone he buries it, knowing it may be his only tool for retrieving his family. While Vandy is imprisoned, white African diamond smuggler Danny Archer (Leonardo DiCaprio) overhears an angry R.U.F. leader shouting at the farmer about the missing diamond, and he gets Vandy out of jail, then bribes him with the promise that he will help find Vandy's family in return for half the diamond's worth. Bonded by a common goal, the two men clash over drastically different values, but manage to stick together in pursuit of the prize. Also playing a part is fearless American journalist Maddie Bowen (Jennifer Connolly), whose flirtations with Archer and obsession with the truth land her in the middle of the bloody action. As the three embark on a dangerous journey filled with close calls, unlikely bonds form that threaten to change Archer's unfeeling ways. Meanwhile, a plotline following Vandy's beloved son shows us the horror being done to and by child soldiers at the hands of the so-called freedom-fighting rebel forces. Addressing his serious subject with passion and skill, director Edward Zwick (THE LAST SAMURAI) delivers impressive action sequences that feel horrifically real without seeming excessive. While some critics have taken stabs at the film for its Hollywood elements, no one can argue against BLOOD DIAMOND's noble intentions or its stellar performances. To most viewers, the film is likely to provide a disturbing and educational look at a world many know little about.
Editorial Reviews Premiere - Glenn Kenny (12/01/2006) New York Times - Manohla Dargis (12/08/2006) Total Film - Jonathan Dean (02/01/2007) Sight and Sound - Geoffrey Macnab (02/01/2007) Box Office - Mark Keizer (02/01/2007) Ultimate DVD - Natalie Braine (05/01/2007) | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||
Reviews  Blood DiamondReview created: 07/27/08 by:  I first watched this movie on regular dvd. I liked it so much that i got it on the blu-ray disc. The picture and sound are far more better. Everything about this movie is good. The acting is very well done. Not to mention the most important thing of all the history of this movie is very accurate. Pros: Solid acting, True facts, Nice action scenes, Educational Cons: Maybe a little long for some Overall i think this is a great movie that wakes people up to the fact of what's going on in the world. Blood shed over conflict diamonds is very real to this day. Not to mention that many countries still use child soldiers and they say that their is over 20,000 child soldiers being used in army's in some country's Africa, Columbia, Korea, Iraq to name some. So for the educational purpose and the true facts along with the good acting. This movie would get a 9/10 stars. Review ID: 10000000008095980 Was this review helpful? Report this review  Blu-ray DVDIt's a good DVD. The Price is better than buying it in stores or anywhere else. The DVD is brand new and no problem with it. Review ID: 10000000007594733 Was this review helpful? Report this review Great movie even not being a fan of Leo D.Review created: 05/10/08 by: An excellent movie and very revealing of the story behind conflict diamonds. I am not a big fan of Leo D. but have to admit that his latest movies "Gangs of New York", "The Departed" and "Blood Diamonds" have shown that he has grown and matured as an actor. Blood Diamond pulls you right into the drama from the start to the finish. Even the clarity of the movie on blu-ray is outstanding. Most definately a worth while purchase. Review ID: 10000000007113446 Was this review helpful? Report this review Great movie. Worth the purchase!Review created: 04/18/08 by: tim.maciejewski ( 9 ) I would rate the overall movie an 8/10. The characters are believable, the cinematography is wonderful, and the plot keeps you entertained. The movie is a bit longer than your average film, but not overly drawn-out. I would rate the video quality a 8/10. The transfer to blu-ray is rather crisp. Great quality! I would rate the audio quality an 9/10. The PCM track sounds crystal clear, but only comes in 5.1 format (7.1 format and it would've been perfect). The surround speakers aren't engaged all that often aside from the occasional shoot-out, but the soundtrack pumping through all 5 speakers really draws you into the film. I would absolutely recommend the purchase! Review ID: 10000000006758745 Was this review helpful? Report this review Great movieReview created: 04/17/08 by: yougotstyle2 ( 6 ) Realistic view of the diamond trade, leo is a great actor. The scenes and costumes were extremely realistic and the film was action-packed and will surely leave you on the edge of your seat. Review ID: 10000000006749398 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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