Customer Reviews

The Edge / Tigerland

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

Despite what the specs on the back of the case say, THE EDGE is the same disc as the previous single disc release, i.e., 2:35:1 non-anamorphic. This is misleading and extremely disappointing. I picked this up at Circuit City thinking 20th Century had finally gotten their act together and given this outstanding film the presentation it deserved. I was wrong, now I'm stuck with a DVD I don't want that the store won't refund because it's open. Thanks, Fox Video, for overpaying some nitwit graphic artist who doesn't know what an anamorphic DVD is, and cheating me out of $10.00.

Normally when you get a two'fer like this, one film is so bad that bundling it with a decent film is the only way they can get people to buy it. I bought this DVD for 'The Edge' and was pleasantly surprised to find that 'Tigerland' was no slouch either.

Both films have plenty of action but their real strength lies in their examination of the human will and the psychological strength required to survive adversity.

Of the two, Tigerland is more contemplative and philosophical, focusing a majority of its energy on the ruinous aspects of state sponsored violence, i.e. warfare. Some will find it preachy, but Ferrell turns in an engaging performance and the supporting cast is strong.

Edge is less complicated but certainly more intense. A classic tale of survival, it pits Hopkins and Baldwin against a fearsome man-eating grizzly in the remote wilds of Alaska. The physical menace is paralleled by a growing sense of distrust between the two even as they rely on each other more and more to survive. Hopkins does a great job as always, but Baldwin is outclassed by the Bear.

A good bargain for two well matched and well made films.

I'm not a fan of Alec Baldwin, in fact I don't want to support any garbage he is in. However, this movie was GREAT mainly for Bart the Bear and Anthony Hopkins. The acting wasn't the best, but the film had some great scenery. Hard to believe that Bart the Bear was really a kind bear...that's just how good of an actor Bart the Bear was (if only Alec Baldwin would have learned a thing or two from Bart people wouldn't think he was an annoying actor). Older children and adults will love this movie, but don't buy it if you think the acting is good. The only thing missing here was Youk the Bear! Enjoy

I recently bought The Edge and Tigerland. They came together in the same case. I have never seen both movies before I purchased them. I am glad I did. Because they were both amazing.

I would like to think as the previous reviewer who granted one star that the graphic artist is at fault, but given that FOX does this ALL THE TIME, I can only assume it is deliberate. They want people who already own the title in non-anamorphic to purchase it again. They will lie about it to steal from the public. Take a look at ABYSS and True Lies. Both have been released many times with many claims of being anamorphic but not one DVD actually is. When I see anamorphic or enhanced on a fox DVD, I always question if it is true or just another lie. I once complained directly to their website about this issue and they acknowledged it, sent me an envelope to return the disc, which I did. They then sent me the same disc back. I guess this means they are not only dishonest but stupid as well.

The Edge was Great! Anthony Hopkins was awesome! Great suspense and intrigue. But Tigerland has "something to be desired of". The plot was unclear and the movie in general didn't hold my interest. Would suggest buying "The Edge" by itself.

Just Buy it Watch it Turn the Lights down Low and the Surround Sound Up, did not see TigerLand but bought it for The Edge.Not for kids under age you make the call!