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Sahara (Widescreen Edition) (2005)

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Steve Zahn Director: Breck Eisner Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested) Format: DVD
3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (248 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Matthew McConaughey, Steve Zahn, Penélope Cruz, William H. Macy, Rainn Wilson
  • Directors: Breck Eisner
  • Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), English (Dolby Digital 5.1), Spanish (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround)
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Paramount
  • DVD Release Date: August 30, 2005
  • Run Time: 124 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (248 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0009UC7H0
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,653 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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It took more than 25 years for another Clive Cussler novel to come to the screen after the financial and critical disaster of Raise the Titanic. Based on Cussler's oddly landlocked adventure, Sahara finds the author's hero, Dirk Pitt (Matthew McConaughey)--a sort of all-American, high seas variation of James Bond--in Africa looking for a Confederate ironclad ship that impossibly might have ended up there. Soon he and his faithful sidekick Al Giordino (Steve Zahn) are lost in another adventure, discovering a deadly contaminate being tracked by a beautiful doctor (Penelope Cruz). The results are checkered: there's no one outstanding sequence, but the action is enjoyably varied, while the thrills are mild yet not bombastic or gratuitous. The cast are all adept in their roles, yet the only one who sparkles is the scene-stealing Zahn, cast against type; McConaughey, who also produced, knows he might be starting a franchise character and plays it safe. He's never as dangerous as Cussler's hero is on the page (except in his introduction), and in fact, the whole movie plays towards comedy, infused by a soundtrack of 70s FM radio monsters. Cussler fanatics may not like this lighter fare, especially with the archeological portion (a Cussler strong point) not fully embraced, but with a very, very likable cast and colorful settings, Sahara is a kindler, gentler action film that has all the elements in place for a better, more memorable franchise if anyone cares to attempt it. --Doug Thomas


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In the scorching desert dirk pitt uncovers the truth behind his lifelong quest - the fate of a civil war ironclad. Now amidst the blazing shifting sands of the sahara dirk pitt will make a desperate stand - in a battle the world cannot afford to lose! Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 08/21/2007 Starring: Matthew Mcconaughey Steve Zahn Rating: Pg13

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75 of 91 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Old School Adventure Film with Good, Clean Fun , July 2, 2005
By Tsuyoshi (Kyoto, Japan) - See all my reviews
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I don't know the reaction of Clive Cussler fans to this film -- I don't know why the author is so angry about it -- but as an ordinary film fan, 'Sahara' is mostly enjoyable, if not outstanding action adventure film. Matthew McCoaughey is a likable treasure hunting hero Dirk Pitt from 'NUMA'; Steve Zahn is a scene-stealing sidekick (and he is always so) Al Giordino; and Penelope Cruz as a doctor Eva Rojas from WHO, who gets involved with Dirk's adventures. These premises, together with the hidden gold coins made during the time of the Civil War, sound much like 'National Treasure,' and the comparison is interesting because director of 'Sahara' is Breck Eisner ('Taken') also known as son of Michael Eisner.

But 'Sahara' is different from that Nicholas Cage film, and that is the location mostly set in the hot desert of Africa. Dirk, Al, and another NUMA agent Rudi (Rainn Wilson) borrowing a small boat from Admiral Sandecker (William H. Macy), cruise on the river into the desert of Mali, Africa, where he believes a huge US iron-clad ship disappered with gold coins.

At the same time, the film shows us that a deadly plague is killing the people of Mali. So, on the way to the country, Dirk and Al travel with a beautiful doctor Eva, who seeks for the cause of the disease with her senior Dr. Frank (Glynn Turman). Don't call it a contrived story yet, for 'Sahara' is going to get more contrived as the team is attacked by the machine-guns, rockets, tanks, and helicopters of the country's troops, and their incredible adventures begin.

That's it, and that's all I have to say. The film is made with a familiar set-pieces, none of which are particularly imaginative or innovative, but techinically speaking they are fine. Action film fans like me might say we have seen the same kind of scenes -- like, peeping into the 'secret' of one company owner (Lambert Wilson); blowing dynamites without using fuse, or foolishly giving our heroes chances to escape from the villains who just don't think of killing them instantly. You can spot bits from James Bond, bits from Indiana Jones, or bits from any actioners shot in Morocco, the land which provides the wonderful landscapes for the film.

However, in spite of its impossible story and lack of chemistry between McConaughey and Cruz (who is miscast, I am afraid), the whole film goes plesantly enough, with competently done action sequences and authentic images of Africa. Totally unoriginal, but 'Sahara' is still fun to see.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Sahara Blu-ray, January 9, 2007
This review is from: Sahara [Blu-ray] (Blu-ray)
Another terrific remastered movie, compared to standard definition, this Blu-ray version is nothing short of superb, but once again, the best panel, leads and audio are essential to appreciate this technology.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Better Than I Expected, January 22, 2007
By Darrell Heath (Little Rock, AR USA) - See all my reviews
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"Sahara" had less than a stellar turn out at the box office upon its initial release and I happened to let it slip by my radar at the time. I had read the novel upon which the film was based and thought it stupid but fun and I expected the film to be about the same but with more emphasis on the former than the latter. Well I was a bit wrong on that score. Sure, "Sahara" isn't going to win awards for smarts but hey this is an action adventure film and it doesen't pretend to be anything but that. Fortunately thats what makes this film stand out from a lot of others of its kind. Its concerned only with providing good old fashioned actioneer fun; nothing more and nothing less and it succeeds quite well with those simple ambitions.

Now if your a hardcore Cussler/Dirk Pitt fan you may be disappointed with the fact that the films characterizations are not the same as the ones in the book but I will argue that the movie does a good job of at least staying true to the spirit of those characters. Frankly I'm not overly impressed with Cussler's writing. His characrers are flat and his dialog is laughable. For example, his villains are right out of some old pulp or movie serial and will actually say things like: "The American devils have foiled our plans and now they must die!!" I kid you not, that is not an exaggeration of typical Cussler dialog. You can see how that may not translate well to film and fortunately the film makers are able to make the dialog and story a bit smarter than the original material upon which it is based. Anyway, the actors are fine and are having a great time and the direction and cinematography are above average. My only real complaint is an over reliance on classic rock as a soundtrack; I like classic rock but it should have a more limited role as a music soundtrack for an action film.

All in all "Sahara" is great old fashioned escapist entertainment and is not meant to be taken too seriously. So, my recommendation is to pop some popcorn and put this disc in for an evening of solid action entertainment.
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5.0 out of 5 stars History and adventure collide perfectly in this film.
Sahara is the right mix of adventure, intrigue and history, rolled into one. This film never has a dull moment and characters you will love.
Published 1 month ago by Marie Ashton

5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't find this movie any where
This movie is one of my favorites. I had loaned it out to someone and obviously it was one of their favorites also, since they never returned it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Kathleen K. Ryan

5.0 out of 5 stars Just Plain Fun!
I like previous reviewers have not read the book. I can not comment on that perspective, but for me I really enjoyed this movie. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Robyn Carter

5.0 out of 5 stars Please make more!!!!!
Great film. This adaptation of Clive Cusslers book SAHARA made the story come alive. Just the right mixture of action and suspense to keep you riveted to the screen. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Robert Buchanan

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Fun Fun
I absolutely love Clive Cussler novels. I love that Dirk Pitt runs around saving everyone in the world, getting out of tight spots with only a screwdriver and always gets the... Read more
Published 5 months ago by apoem

4.0 out of 5 stars Very campy, very fun - I liked it better than National Treasure
My first comment is, don't try to take this film too seriously! Sahara is one of those misunderstood, underrated movie in recent years. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mad Max

4.0 out of 5 stars Brandon C. Dickson
I received this product in a timely manner and it was in very good condition, the price was just right.
Published 6 months ago by Brandon C. Dickson

2.0 out of 5 stars If only.....
Had the movie been as exciting and tension filled as the attack on and the disappearance of the CSA's ironclad Texas this film would have been great. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Eric E. Weinraub

5.0 out of 5 stars It is great and the service was spectacular!!!
I think this was one of the greatest movies. I had read the book,which was a little more exciting. But I did enjoy the movie as well
Published 10 months ago by P. Pierce

5.0 out of 5 stars Sahara
I really like this movie, so did my granddaughter; so, I purchased the DVD for her.
Published 11 months ago by LaVerne Lingler

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