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Blu-Ray pressing. 2011 live release from the Latin superstar. This special live concert was shot at the Palais de Bercy, in Paris, France. Includes a full 22-song performance. Fans will get to experience Shakira like never before with an all-access pass to behind-the-scenes documentary footage.
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39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've liked Shakira since her "American debut" - I wasn't too familiar with her before that, but have been a fan since. She's had a few previous DVD releases (and even a Blu-Ray release), all of which have been very good, so I was looking forward to this release.
'Shakira: En Vivo Desde Paris' is put out by SonyMusic|Latin (which might be why it's called 'En Vivo Desde Paris' opposed to "Live from Paris"). The extras listed on the back of the box are also listed in spanish ("Shaki en ensayos, Shaki & Sanziana, Shani en Paris - Detras de las camaras del DVD, Shaki - La carrera de burros, Shaki en el golf").
When you insert the disc, you're prompted to select ENGLISH or SPANISH. The SPANISH menu uses the titles above (and "En vivo desde Paris" on the main menu). Selected ENGLISH will bring up the "SHAKIRA: LIVE FROM PARIS" and english-titled extras (Shaki in rehearsals, Shaki & Sanziana, Shaki in Paris - Making of the DVD, Shaki - The donkey race and Shaki Golfing). It would have been nice to have a reversible-cover art (english on one side, spanish on the other), but it's really not a big deal at all. Other text is in all English.
The concert runs 100 minutes and is presented in 1.78:1 ("No black bars" on an HDTV). Audio is DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. Subtitles are included in ENGLISH, SPANISH and FRENCH. Video is only in 1080i. The disc is Region A/B/C (Region free).
While this concert was filmed in 3D, the Blu-Ray (and DVD) only contain a 2D version of the performance, which is a bit disappointing.
The concert has 21 tracks (the listing on Amazon is missing 2: "Si Te Vas" (Track 4) and "Whenever, Wherever" (Track 5)). The concert itself is very good and a mix of both English and Spanish songs. I still think my favorite concert DVD was Shakira: Live & Off The Record though.
Many cameras were used to capture the show - there are constant-cuts of Shakira, the band, the crowd, the entire arena, shots from the back of the stage, the front of the stage, the crowd-level and these shots typically last 2-5 seconds. There are also some effects that seem randomly thrown in (slow-motion, "echo" imaging) -- I only mention these as I know some people HATE the constant quick-cuts/editing effects like this on concerts. They do seem a bit odd at times, but I didn't mind them.
For the most part, video looks very good. There is little grain throughout the image (for most of the cameras/cuts -- some of them do show higher amounts of grain/image noise), black levels are very nice, colors are accurate for the most part. I do have some complaints here though -- the focus in some shots seems to be out of focus (this is only obvious because some shots look incredibly clear/sharp, others lack that detail quite a bit), the lights used on stage tend to "bloom" (become so bright that they wash out all detail in what they're pointed at), what appears to be white-balance issues (her skin tone can change from shot to shot, but fortunately stays accurate for the most part), there also seems to be a bit of motion blurring in fast movement (which might be related to the 1080i transfer?). I will say that these are somewhat excusable considering the content they're shooting, but I wanted to point them out.
The Blu-Ray features a pop-up track, allowing you to select songs without having to return to the main menu.
The Subtitles included on the disc are not for the songs themselves (they don't show the lyrics being sung) -- because dialog during the concert (between songs) is not in English, that's what is subtitled.
Audio is very good - presented in PCM, Dolby 5.1 or DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. Sound is very clear which was surprising for a live concert! I own a large amount of live concert DVDs/Blu-Rays and this one is definitely one of the best-sounding. You won't be disappointed!
The extras are.. well, they're there! If you wanted to watch a home-video of Shakira golfing, riding a donkey (literally...), or in rehearsals/backstage, there are 5 short clips here (runtime for the combines amount is about 20 minutes). These didn't do much for me, but I guess it's better than nothing. (so many Blu-Ray concert releases are including HD music videos, which would have been great to have here). The extras do not have subtitle options.
As mentioned at the beginning, this concert was shot in 3D, so it would have been great if this had been a 3D-Blu-Ray release, but sadly it's not. The concert is good (a mix of both English and Spanish songs), the extras are lacking, the audio is great and the video is "very good for the most part" (with a few issues I had). Overall I'm happy I got this - I'd probably give it a 4.5/5.
A bonus audio CD of the show would have been a great addition (there is a DVD/CD release, but no Blu-Ray/CD combo).
'Shakira: En Vivo Desde Paris' is put out by SonyMusic|Latin (which might be why it's called 'En Vivo Desde Paris' opposed to "Live from Paris"). The extras listed on the back of the box are also listed in spanish ("Shaki en ensayos, Shaki & Sanziana, Shani en Paris - Detras de las camaras del DVD, Shaki - La carrera de burros, Shaki en el golf").
When you insert the disc, you're prompted to select ENGLISH or SPANISH. The SPANISH menu uses the titles above (and "En vivo desde Paris" on the main menu). Selected ENGLISH will bring up the "SHAKIRA: LIVE FROM PARIS" and english-titled extras (Shaki in rehearsals, Shaki & Sanziana, Shaki in Paris - Making of the DVD, Shaki - The donkey race and Shaki Golfing). It would have been nice to have a reversible-cover art (english on one side, spanish on the other), but it's really not a big deal at all. Other text is in all English.
The concert runs 100 minutes and is presented in 1.78:1 ("No black bars" on an HDTV). Audio is DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. Subtitles are included in ENGLISH, SPANISH and FRENCH. Video is only in 1080i. The disc is Region A/B/C (Region free).
While this concert was filmed in 3D, the Blu-Ray (and DVD) only contain a 2D version of the performance, which is a bit disappointing.
The concert has 21 tracks (the listing on Amazon is missing 2: "Si Te Vas" (Track 4) and "Whenever, Wherever" (Track 5)). The concert itself is very good and a mix of both English and Spanish songs. I still think my favorite concert DVD was Shakira: Live & Off The Record though.
Many cameras were used to capture the show - there are constant-cuts of Shakira, the band, the crowd, the entire arena, shots from the back of the stage, the front of the stage, the crowd-level and these shots typically last 2-5 seconds. There are also some effects that seem randomly thrown in (slow-motion, "echo" imaging) -- I only mention these as I know some people HATE the constant quick-cuts/editing effects like this on concerts. They do seem a bit odd at times, but I didn't mind them.
For the most part, video looks very good. There is little grain throughout the image (for most of the cameras/cuts -- some of them do show higher amounts of grain/image noise), black levels are very nice, colors are accurate for the most part. I do have some complaints here though -- the focus in some shots seems to be out of focus (this is only obvious because some shots look incredibly clear/sharp, others lack that detail quite a bit), the lights used on stage tend to "bloom" (become so bright that they wash out all detail in what they're pointed at), what appears to be white-balance issues (her skin tone can change from shot to shot, but fortunately stays accurate for the most part), there also seems to be a bit of motion blurring in fast movement (which might be related to the 1080i transfer?). I will say that these are somewhat excusable considering the content they're shooting, but I wanted to point them out.
The Blu-Ray features a pop-up track, allowing you to select songs without having to return to the main menu.
The Subtitles included on the disc are not for the songs themselves (they don't show the lyrics being sung) -- because dialog during the concert (between songs) is not in English, that's what is subtitled.
Audio is very good - presented in PCM, Dolby 5.1 or DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. Sound is very clear which was surprising for a live concert! I own a large amount of live concert DVDs/Blu-Rays and this one is definitely one of the best-sounding. You won't be disappointed!
The extras are.. well, they're there! If you wanted to watch a home-video of Shakira golfing, riding a donkey (literally...), or in rehearsals/backstage, there are 5 short clips here (runtime for the combines amount is about 20 minutes). These didn't do much for me, but I guess it's better than nothing. (so many Blu-Ray concert releases are including HD music videos, which would have been great to have here). The extras do not have subtitle options.
As mentioned at the beginning, this concert was shot in 3D, so it would have been great if this had been a 3D-Blu-Ray release, but sadly it's not. The concert is good (a mix of both English and Spanish songs), the extras are lacking, the audio is great and the video is "very good for the most part" (with a few issues I had). Overall I'm happy I got this - I'd probably give it a 4.5/5.
A bonus audio CD of the show would have been a great addition (there is a DVD/CD release, but no Blu-Ray/CD combo).
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
Absolutely tremendous to see her live, her show is much better than her music videos. I got to see her live on this 'Sale El Sol' tour, so I was happy to compare the experience of my live show to this Bluray. The setlist is largely the same, although Shakira sings a lovely French song near the end to the Paris audience.
The only complaint I have would be of the video editor: He cuts scenes every 2 seconds like an MTV video, it's very distracting. What is so hard with keeping the camera on Shakira? Yes, I do like to see the band and backup singers, but he repeatedly cuts every 2 seconds to multiple angles of her singing as well. Save it for rock videos. This becomes very irksome during "Ojos Asi". DO NOT interrupt Shakira's belly dancing! Keep the freakin' camera on her!
This is inexcusable when you consider that they recorded every show she did during this tour. Would it have been that hard to offer multiple angles, like other Blurays and DVD concerts do? I would have loved to have an option where the camera just stays on her the whole show.
Other than that clueless editor, a tremendous concert where Shakira dances for the entire show. Unbelievable energy. Probably the most beautiful thing she has ever done is her cover of Metallica's "Nothing Else Matters", with an acoustic accompaniment. There are also great performances of "Why Wait" (should have been a single), Las De La Intuicion, and the Gypsy flamenco dance.
Shakira's band is top notch, just as great as I remembered them. Multiple sets of musicians keep up with Shakira as she switches from rock goddess to Colombian small town girl to techno diva to harmonica player. She speaks French fluently throughout the show, surprising the audience. That makes at least four languages she speaks (Spanish, English, Portuguese, and French). She also plays acoustic guitar. And writhes like a snake. And a zillion other abilities that are better than Riverdance and Cirque Du Soleil put together.
Buy it!
The only complaint I have would be of the video editor: He cuts scenes every 2 seconds like an MTV video, it's very distracting. What is so hard with keeping the camera on Shakira? Yes, I do like to see the band and backup singers, but he repeatedly cuts every 2 seconds to multiple angles of her singing as well. Save it for rock videos. This becomes very irksome during "Ojos Asi". DO NOT interrupt Shakira's belly dancing! Keep the freakin' camera on her!
This is inexcusable when you consider that they recorded every show she did during this tour. Would it have been that hard to offer multiple angles, like other Blurays and DVD concerts do? I would have loved to have an option where the camera just stays on her the whole show.
Other than that clueless editor, a tremendous concert where Shakira dances for the entire show. Unbelievable energy. Probably the most beautiful thing she has ever done is her cover of Metallica's "Nothing Else Matters", with an acoustic accompaniment. There are also great performances of "Why Wait" (should have been a single), Las De La Intuicion, and the Gypsy flamenco dance.
Shakira's band is top notch, just as great as I remembered them. Multiple sets of musicians keep up with Shakira as she switches from rock goddess to Colombian small town girl to techno diva to harmonica player. She speaks French fluently throughout the show, surprising the audience. That makes at least four languages she speaks (Spanish, English, Portuguese, and French). She also plays acoustic guitar. And writhes like a snake. And a zillion other abilities that are better than Riverdance and Cirque Du Soleil put together.
Buy it!
23 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Once more I was fortunate to see this amazing concert live in San Diego, CA and Tijuana, Mexico. Shakira humbly reaches out to her fans throughout the entire night and is entirely devout to her audience. This performance shatters her stereotype as a "hip shaker". Although the stage set up was simple, Shakira was and continues to be the firework that makes the crowd roar. If you are a Shakira fan no need to convince you to buy because chances are you have 2 copies pre-ordered already, for everyone else this is a must have as a demonstration that true talent still exists. Not only did she deconstruct all her songs, she flawlessly re mastered them into a raw electric eargasm. Not to mention that she actually sings and dances from start to finish, there is no doubt that this petite woman packs the power of the sun not only in her voice but her soul as well. 5 stars does not do this justice!
Bravo Shakira que continue saliendo el sol!
Bravo Shakira que continue saliendo el sol!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
andresff
great dvd, the best one of 2011! shakira rocks , her performance is awesome i havent seen any artist that can dance like she does, i hope everyone get this cd dvd
Published 1 month ago by andres
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Published 1 month ago by Lisbeth C. Yanez
Incredilble show!!!
My wife is a big Shakira fan, so I got this for her.. Me? Not really a Shakira fan... BUT I must give credit where credit is due... WHAT AN INCREDIBLE CONCERT!!! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ernesto Maldonado
Muito bom!
O show é muito bem produzido, e com a energia de sempre de Shakira. Diferente do outro show, ela mostra mais um estilo de rock com guitarra e bateria. Muito bom!
Published 2 months ago by mhato
well worth having
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Published 3 months ago by madeline
Ok but not great.
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Published 3 months ago by LP
Shakira: En Vivo Desde Paris
This video is so much fun to watch. I can't stop myself from getting up and dancing! Shakira is incredible!
Published 3 months ago by Anne Eliason
Shakira's body-image change
I have always considerd Shakira one of the better bodies in the music world; however, she has lost some weight arround the hips. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Vincent F. Bryant
Impressive stage!
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Published 3 months ago by NS
I missed 24p playback a lot...
The blu-ray arrived this week.
The concert is spectacular! Shakira's performance is breathtaking!
There are some extras, nothing too long.
The audio sounds good! Read more
The concert is spectacular! Shakira's performance is breathtaking!
There are some extras, nothing too long.
The audio sounds good! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Higor Nunes M. Carlos
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