Catch-22 (DVD, 2001, Checkpoint)

Even though this movie is an oldie, it is definetely still a goodie! Even if you never read the book by Joseph Heller, you can follow what is going on in the movie pretty easily. If you did read the book, the movie follows the book fairly well, although a few scenes were deleted (such as those where Yossarian cancels a bombing raid by moving some pins on a strategy map and when Milo makes flights to several countries to exchange his goods). If you appreciate good old-fashioned military humor and can relate the characters (such as Major Major and Colonel Cathcart) to people you know in real life, this movie is hilarious!

Yossarian Rules!

Joseph Heller did a fine job of capturing the insanity of life and war from a nihilistic worldview in his novel "Catch 22". The book's complex story line and spastic, sardonic dialogue are a fresh change from mainstream writing. One need not be a nihilist (I am not) to enjoy the witty mis-adventures Capt. Yossarian and his squad mates. The characters' interaction to the war and each other really draw you in and make for long, involved reading sessions.

That having been said, the book doesn't translate well to the silver screen. In fact, I would go so far as to say that if someone has not read the novel first, do not watch the movie. It would be quite confusing and much of the subtle humor would be missed in the first viewing. The all-star cast (including Bob Newhart, Martin Sheen, and Orson Wells) did the best with what they had to work with, but most of their characters miss out on the development and timely care their paper counter-parts recieved.

The one bright spot in all of this is Alan Arkin's portrayal of Yossarian. It was his likeness that sprang into my imagination while reading the story. I think he personally identified with the character on some level and seems quite comfortable with the role. His acting, and the screen-time given to his character are the reasons why I give this movie an average rating and not something lower.

Older movie, would like the younger kids to watch, they would see so much of what is still true to life.

The movie itself is pretty good. I though i wasn't going to like it because it is old but it's actually a funny movie. The storyline was good, there is dark humor all over the movie. The acting was ok for some of the actors. I didn't really decide to buy it because I wanted to, but because I needed to watch it for school. It came out way better than I thought. The seller did a great job. He shipped it pretty quick, and as it was described.

I loved the book, so I figured I would check out the movie. Alan Arkin does a great job in it, as does the rest of the star-studded cast. Definitely watch this if you are a fan of the book.

Great service. Company had what I wanted, at a fair price and the DVD arrived in a couple of days after ordering as promised. I wish all companies where this good.

Classic old movie I wanted in DVD version, nice addition to my DVD collection, saw the movie in the 70's, was thinking about it and went ahead and purchased, glad I did

Classic anti- war saga.. Still shows the futility of wars, but is showing it's age... Portraits a WW II airbase and tries to be relative to the Vietnam Conflict.. In that respect, it is bound to fail, as WW II was a popular and necessary war that was declared after we (U.S) were attacked.. Vietnam was very unpopular and the catch in Catch-22 makes some sense given the political environs when the film was first releaswd.

the movie is great but the seller is terrible---have not recieved the item after nearly one month and ten e-mails

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I was pleased with the frank and concise customer service. The item arrived shortly after ordering and has been a delight ever since. I was not able to retrieve my home VHS copy made in the late 80's, my buddy lost that for me. Anyway, I suddenly got the urge to find it, preferably in DVD format, and there it was! The price was great and that helps since my lay off from my job last year in October. Regardless, I am happy with everything and couldn't be more so if one tried. I definitely give this seller the highest rating possible and would feel comfortable buying items from them in the future.

A classic from the anti-war years of the seventies. Right up there with "M*A*S*H*", "Easy Rider", and "Go Tell The Spartans". Although more tongue-in-cheek than "Spartans", the hopelessness of its protagonist, Yossarian, and his attempts to prove his insanity to get out of flying more combat missions makes this a great example of the anti-establishment American cinema of the period.
Also, the last great get-together of so many airworthy B-25's in one place. The takeoff scene with almost two-dozen classic bombers flying off to their targets is awesome!! (Check out Yossarian's salute at the flight line)!

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Great film - better than I remembered - excellent condition - truly a classic of humor and satire - fast delivery.
I'm building up my collection of DVDs of older films.