Product Details

• Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Special Edition, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 2
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Mvd Visual
• DVD Release Date: February 21, 2006
• Run Time: 240 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B000DN5VNU
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #177,396 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Studio: Music Video Dist Release Date: 02/21/2006

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Come on people it's not that bad!, January 27, 2006

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classicrockergirl - See all my reviews

This review is from: Live from the Dark (DVD)

I went out of my way to get this DVD on import despite what everyone had said about the quality of the concert footage. While I found it to be rather different in the way it was filmed, I don't find it to be so incredibly horrible as to merit what the other reviewers here have said about it. I would hate to see the harsh opinions of a few people deter diehard fans and new fans alike from buying this release.

The concert is filmed, not videotaped, and the effects bring to mind the Led Zeppelin concert movie "The Song Remains The Same" for me; perhaps people not familiar with that concert movie won't get that or relate. I do not feel it takes away from the concert performance at all and upon repeated viewings I am still enjoying the concert very much.

The second DVD of extras is what makes it though. The behind the scenes footage of the band's preparations for the show, and the very in-depth "Taxi Diaries" interview segments give some insight to the bond between the members of this band that has helped to make its return so successful. I recommend watching the DVD of extras before watching the concert; it helps to get a better perspective on all that went into the finished product.

Final word: Do not let the negative reviews above deter you from buying this DVD, especially if you are a diehard fan.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An unprecedented performance!, December 27, 2005

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Srebrenica Forever (Sweden) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Live from the Dark (DVD)

I agree with the other reviewer regarding the video quality on this DVD. It is irrefutably one of the worst video qualities I have ever seen. I believe this is because the concert was shot in poor lighting. Aside from this, Europe's performance was brilliant, outstanding, powerful and flawless. Audio quality is much better if not flawless. Joe Tempest's vocals was awesome, he is a great vocalist, but by far the best performance was offered by a true guitar hero John Norum. Keep an eye on Norum's unbelievable solo on Superstitious. I like the old songs better than the new ones even though the new ones are solid as well. There is really not much more to say except the fact that Europe is back and the band is here to stay, no doubt about that! In my view, Europe is one of the best rock bands in the world, certainly without a doubt the best band ever to have come out of Sweden. I would have given this DVD five stars easily had it not been for the poor video quality. But for a true Europe fan this does not make any difference, it is a must have. BUY!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loads of good stuff in this one!, May 16, 2007

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AmandaB "Kiwi Europe Fan" (Wellington, New Zealand) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Europe Live From The Dark (DVD)

I love this DVD, it's not just a concert but a backstage tour and has interviews/band information as well. For a 'Europe' starved Kiwi fan from New Zealand, this is a great package. A few reviews have bleated about the film quality but I have no problem with this, a live concert should be 'real' - the 'dark' stage suits Europe's updated image, far removed from the 80s flash and hair. Europe are a great live band, Joey's voice is brilliant and the rest of the band are fantastic. This DVD shows you a bit of who Europe actually are behind the music, and they seem to have a sense of humour about it all, in fact, they look like they are having a blast on stage (hell, wouldn't you if you were over 40 and still getting to do what they do? and looking good while doing it!). The playlist is great too, a good mix of new and old songs, plus 'The Final Countdown' which they wouldn't be allowed to leave out. Some reviewers have bleated about the choice of songs but with so many albums to choose from you have to cut a few. Thanks Europe for a great DVD, with heaps of extras which leave you feeling like you've had good value for money. You rock and I hope you rock for years to come (or at least until I make it to a concert).