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Comic Book Villains (DVD, 2002)
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Leading Role: Cary Elwes,DJ Qualls
Director: James Dale Robinson
Rating: Rated R
Release Date: Sep 2002
Format: DVD
UPC: 658149804029
Product ID: EPID3409849
Description: When word hits the street that a nearby elderly gentleman has a cache of old, rare, and very valuable mint condition comic books, rival comic book shop owners Raymond McGillicuddy (Donal Logue) and Norman Link (Michael Rapaport) both set...
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6 of 10 people found this review helpful.
This is the all-time best comic book-related movie ever made. It's the story of two (rival) comic book shop owners who get wind of a "little old lady" that has a room full of old and valuable comics. There's only one problem: Each want to buy the collection for himself . . .but she ain't selling to nobody. This movie isn't for kids, due to the graphic violence, but it's perfect for the adult collectors because it brings out feelings and memories that only the older enthusiasts can relate to.
When I was a young comic book hunter, in the 1980's, I too would get wind of people who had a bunch of old comics. I'd get very excited until I discovered that "all they really had were a bunch of Classics Illustrated and Archies". This line was used almost verbatim in the film! To anyone reading this review who isn't into comics, those titles are practically worthless and a real disappointment when found.
Every comic book fan's fantasy is to find that high-grade collection, like in this film, and the scene where it's revealed will make your pulse begin to race. The ending has two climatic scenes that you (the hardcore collector) will just feel in the pit of your stomach, and I guarantee that you'll experience anxiety, anger, sorrow, envy and maybe even a coronary!
It doesn't matter if you collect Marvel or D.C., Spider-Man or Superman, Golden-Age or Silver-Age, because this movie appeals to the entire realm of comics! So type "Comic Book Villains" in the search engine, "Buy It Now", pay with Paypal and anxiously await its arrival because you won't be disappointed.
When I was a young comic book hunter, in the 1980's, I too would get wind of people who had a bunch of old comics. I'd get very excited until I discovered that "all they really had were a bunch of Classics Illustrated and Archies". This line was used almost verbatim in the film! To anyone reading this review who isn't into comics, those titles are practically worthless and a real disappointment when found.
Every comic book fan's fantasy is to find that high-grade collection, like in this film, and the scene where it's revealed will make your pulse begin to race. The ending has two climatic scenes that you (the hardcore collector) will just feel in the pit of your stomach, and I guarantee that you'll experience anxiety, anger, sorrow, envy and maybe even a coronary!
It doesn't matter if you collect Marvel or D.C., Spider-Man or Superman, Golden-Age or Silver-Age, because this movie appeals to the entire realm of comics! So type "Comic Book Villains" in the search engine, "Buy It Now", pay with Paypal and anxiously await its arrival because you won't be disappointed.
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Must see film for any collectors!!!!!!Of anything!!!!Review created: 08/26/06(updated 08/26/06)
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2 of 4 people found this review helpful.
This has to be one of the most hilarious films I have seen in a very long time!The story is great and the cast all are perfect in their roles.Very dark comedy about a couple of extremely greedy collectors that would do anything to get the score of a lifetime!I mean anything!!!!Murder,lie and more!A definate must see film!!!!!!!
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comic book villiansReview created: 05/14/09
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) if you like comics and know the world of comicbook sellers
or would like to know, this movie is for you. it is a
fictional story about some collectors that go to some
extreme measures to get their hands on the prized collection
of a dead comic collector. crazyness ensues.
or would like to know, this movie is for you. it is a
fictional story about some collectors that go to some
extreme measures to get their hands on the prized collection
of a dead comic collector. crazyness ensues.
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Wow.....Review created: 07/01/08
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) I waited a really long time to see this one but when I finally found a copy I wasn't the least bit disappointed. I think what most viewers will overlook is the fact that this could all really happen. It starts out rather comical but as the plot unfolds and we get one twist and turn after another, these characters really develop a presence of reality and the message of lives wasted hits hard.
What really stunned me about half way through was how far they were taking the story and by 3/4 of the way through, I realized that these events could genuinely play out in reality. The value of this comic book collection and what those seeking it out would be willing to do to possess it is beyond measure within the fictional world and the one we actually live int.
What reached me most of all were the messages layered through out this film relating to life, relationships and not throwing them all away or choosing them out of ease and comfort. I won't spoil things for you but the reason the mother refused to part with the collection is pretty heart breaking and really should inspire the viewers to take this story to heart. To die in insignificance only to leave your loved ones a collection of keep sakes rather than a collection of priceless memories is a fate far too many people in this world face.
I am actuall saddened by the fact that this film isn't widely known.
What really stunned me about half way through was how far they were taking the story and by 3/4 of the way through, I realized that these events could genuinely play out in reality. The value of this comic book collection and what those seeking it out would be willing to do to possess it is beyond measure within the fictional world and the one we actually live int.
What reached me most of all were the messages layered through out this film relating to life, relationships and not throwing them all away or choosing them out of ease and comfort. I won't spoil things for you but the reason the mother refused to part with the collection is pretty heart breaking and really should inspire the viewers to take this story to heart. To die in insignificance only to leave your loved ones a collection of keep sakes rather than a collection of priceless memories is a fate far too many people in this world face.
I am actuall saddened by the fact that this film isn't widely known.
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COMIC BOOK GEEKS WILL LOVE COMIC BOOK VILLIANSReview created: 06/08/08
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) If you are a nerd like me you will love this film-goes straight to the heart of any comic lovers fantasy-hittin the mother load with a valuable,pristine collection.Great cast and subject matter-highly recommended!
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A great Comic Book moral taleReview created: 01/05/07
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) Every comic book fan should see this movie. I highly recomend it. Great cast, direction and story. Also don't forget all those wonderful comics :) ~B
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