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Texas Lightning [VHS]

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When I heard that one of my favorite B movies from the 80's was coming out on DVD I was happy!! I ordered this DVD from MEDIA BLASTERS / GUILTY PLEASURES (known as RAREFLIX on EBAY) for a reasonable price. After quick delivery I anxiously put the disc in to watch!

Well.... first the good news. The old saying "Better to have something than nothing" is true. The Bad News? To start the source print is less than spectacular. The film is dirty, grainy at times. Multiple splices throughout disc. Full Screen transfer, no widescreen. Extras include 4 trailers from other films. There is a 'promotional' trailer of "Texas Lightning" on disc which is nothing more than the montage of scenes from the film's end made up as a teaser trailer.

Also to squash any rumors that might be floating about regarding the 'MAUREEN MCCORMICK NUDE SCENES', Uh.. They don't exist. At least not in this DVD version. Yes she does have a fling in a motel with one of the central characters but nothing more. I do recommend the VHS tape from MEDIA HOME VIDEO if you can locate it. Their transfer was from a better quality 35mm print. However if you are dying to see this film and do order the DVD, don't say I didn't warn you.

For all the fans of the Brady Bunch, or anyone who enjoys a good movie, this is for you. described on the jacket as a comedy, i feel this story is more in the light of a comming of age drama. the stereotyped rednecks get their just deserts in the best way as our hero gets the girl and the experience all together. A HUGE bonus is Maureen McCormick's singing with the guitar, a DO NOT MISS for any Country Music fans or anyone else who likes a good singer whatever the genre. Definately a must buy.