Das Boot - The Director's Cut (DVD, 1997, Director's Cut - Jewel Case)
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Leading Role: Jürgen Prochnow
Director: Wolfgang Petersen
Rating: Rated R
Release Date: Dec 1997
Format: DVD
Additional Info: Director's Cut - Jewel Case
UPC: 043396222151
Product ID: EPID3262138
Description: In the midst of World War II, as the tide turns against the Axis, a German U-boat crew is sent out to patrol the Atlantic and fire at Allied ships bringing supplies to England. The submarine also carries a press correspondent, there to r...
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A great movie for the guys!Review created: 09/15/07
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I particularly enjoyed the theme music to this movie its very nicely done. The movie gives you a clear impression of the rough and tumble of a soldiers lot cooped up in a submarine albeit from the German perspective rather than the usual British. These are very human figures connecting to the reality that confronts them and the loves they have left behind and who await tem. If they make it back safely that is, while navigating the treacherous waters in their Uboat. If you love the German people as I do, you will want to see this movie for the great spirit that is German. A bit less than polished perhaps in the interplay between the actors but then they have their hearts in the right place. A movie worth owning and perhaps a nice one to donate to the local library as well.
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Thank you for voting. If your vote meets our das bootReview created: 07/04/09(updated 07/04/09)
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) love it...shows the great loyale kriegsmarine u boaters in action !!! it doesnt get any more real then this....the german version is so much better !!the english version takes away from the movie..
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A refreshing new perspectiveReview created: 11/04/06
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It can be argued that throughout cinema history, war movies have universally been told from the Allied side, somewhat propagandising their side of the conflict. No suprise then, that I jumped at the chance to watch a movie that was the complete opposite.
Das Boot tells the story of a German U-Boat on patrol in the Atlantic during 1941. In amongst the tension, drama and suspense that are the norm in submarine movies, Das Boot aims to tell the viewer its story of just how horrid it was to serve on one in that era.
By far the most appealing element of this movie is the sheer perfection of the acting. Every detail of the characters has been played out wonderfully, with highlight performances from Jurgen Prochnow, Klaus Wennemann and Herbert Gronemeyer.
The original uncut version was so long, that it had to be segmented into a TV mini-series. The Directors Cut narrows it down to a more reasonable (!) 3 hours, which may seem daunting at first, but the film is just so engrossing, those three hours seem like nothing atall. The DVD version allows for the original German audio track with English subtitles also, whereas the VHS has the English dubbing. This film, to really enjoy it, needs to be watched in its original audio, to capture the brilliance of the acting.
Although Das Boot may seem daunting, providing a fresh perspective on an age-old film genre, it really does deserve the title "Best war movie ever made" as so many people say. If you havent seen it yet, watch it. If you have, go watch it again.
Das Boot tells the story of a German U-Boat on patrol in the Atlantic during 1941. In amongst the tension, drama and suspense that are the norm in submarine movies, Das Boot aims to tell the viewer its story of just how horrid it was to serve on one in that era.
By far the most appealing element of this movie is the sheer perfection of the acting. Every detail of the characters has been played out wonderfully, with highlight performances from Jurgen Prochnow, Klaus Wennemann and Herbert Gronemeyer.
The original uncut version was so long, that it had to be segmented into a TV mini-series. The Directors Cut narrows it down to a more reasonable (!) 3 hours, which may seem daunting at first, but the film is just so engrossing, those three hours seem like nothing atall. The DVD version allows for the original German audio track with English subtitles also, whereas the VHS has the English dubbing. This film, to really enjoy it, needs to be watched in its original audio, to capture the brilliance of the acting.
Although Das Boot may seem daunting, providing a fresh perspective on an age-old film genre, it really does deserve the title "Best war movie ever made" as so many people say. If you havent seen it yet, watch it. If you have, go watch it again.
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das boot directors cutReview created: 06/07/06
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I am very surprised that you have asked me for my opinion on this matter again. The last time I told you that I got ripped off by this seller because the CD in question did not work and is a pirate. After sending you my concerns and rating of this mess you sent me an e-mail stating my purchasing priveledges are being suspended. Suspended for what - telling the truth. Well here's some more truth. I purchased a first edition book for my mother some months ago through E-bay and the seller claimed it was in "excellent" condition. When it arrived pages were falling out and the book was unreadable. I have not pursued these thefts of my money because the amount involved does not make it worth my time or effort (under $50.00). However, I have two siblings that recently attempted to purchase quad ATV being auctioned off by a seller in Great Britain to the tune of $4,200.00. It was a scam and their money is gone. They have contacted the FBI about this and are trying to get their money back. The funny thing is your seller is still listing on E-bay. I received this information from my siblings and know it is fact. The biggest problem at E-bay is lack of control and communication on your part. Your motto is certainly "let the buyer beware". At this time I am certain of two things. One is you will send me an e-mail stating that my purchasing power is suspended or revoked (again) and secondly, no person who works for E-bay will ever personally contact me in human form about these rip offs and scams.
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