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Independence Day [Blu-ray] (1996)

Starring: Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum Director: Roland Emmerich Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested) Format: Blu-ray
3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (708 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, Will Smith, Judd Hirsch, Robert Loggia
  • Directors: Roland Emmerich
  • Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
  • Language: English, French, Spanish
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish, Cantonese, Korean
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: 20th Century Fox
  • DVD Release Date: March 11, 2008
  • Run Time: 145 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (708 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000WQWPKA
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,035 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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In Independence Day, a scientist played by Jeff Goldblum once actually had a fistfight with a man (Bill Pullman) who is now president of the United States. That same president, late in the film, personally flies a jet fighter to deliver a payload of missiles against an attack by extraterrestrials. Independence Day is the kind of movie so giddy with its own outrageousness that one doesn't even blink at such howlers in the plot. Directed by Roland Emmerich, Independence Day is a pastiche of conventions from flying-saucer movies from the 1940s and 1950s, replete with icky monsters and bizarre coincidences that create convenient shortcuts in the story. (Such as the way the girlfriend of one of the film's heroes--played by Will Smith--just happens to run across the president's injured wife, who are then both rescued by Smith's character who somehow runs across them in alien-ravaged Los Angeles County.) The movie is just sheer fun, aided by a cast that knows how to balance the retro requirements of the genre with a more contemporary feel. --Tom Keogh

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One of the biggest box office hits of all time delivers the ultimate encounter when mysterious and powerful aliens launch an all-out invasion against the human race. The spectacle begins when massive spaceships appear in Earth's skies. But wonder turns to terror as the ships blast destructive beams of fire down on cities all over the planet. Now the world's only hope lies with a determinded band of survivors, uniting for one last strike against the invaders - before it's the end of all mankind.

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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Independence Day, March 24, 2008
This is one of my most favorite movies!! It is hard to pick which is better the cast, special effects or writing. The special effects go without saying - superb. The timing on some of the events like the synchronized takedown of the different cities could not have been done better. I can't say enough nice things about the cast. Will Smith was funny at times and yet still the tragic hero. Randy Quaid was priceless! Jeff Goldblum was more likeable in this movie than I have ever seen him in the past. I also thought Robert Loggia and Bill Pullman were well chosen. While the script was similar to movies done in the past, there was a new spin on it. I particularly liked the scene when Bill Pullman gave his speech prior to fighting the enemy. Some borrowed history from a Dylan Thomas' poem was genius.
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37 of 44 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An Outstanding DVD Package!, July 3, 2000
Studios are finally getting the whole DVD thing! This is a truly worth-your-money deal with lots of extras including two versions of the film; the first version is the original theatrical release and the second version is a directors cut featuring about 9 minutes of added footage not released in theatres. What's really great about this is they list what new scenes have been included and some of them are really funny and some of them make the story a lot more heartfelt. Also included is a second disc that includes a really cool mockumentary called "The ID4 Invasion" which is truly a priceless gem in this great collection. Also, there is commentary, lots of interviews with cast and crew, a special effects documentary on the making of the film and the original biplane ending which unfortunately looks really hokey and what I felt after watching it was-THANK GOD THEY DIDN'T GO WITH THAT ENDING-THAT ENDING WOULD'VE MADE THIS MOVIE A "REAL" DISASTER! For a product like this under $30 it is totally worth your money. For those who appreciated this movie as a special effects funfest, this DVD is not one to be passed up. For those of you boring types who felt this movie needed a "serious acting edge" buy Out of Africa and leave science fiction alone! Cheers!
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Movie - Great DVD, July 10, 2000
By "ericakb" (Hayward, CA USA) - See all my reviews
I bought this movie because Fox seems to put out excellent DVD's. The Abyss, Fight Club, Aliens - all great Special Editions with extras. The same is true of Independence Day. Disc 1 has the theatrical version as well as the Special Edition. Disc 2 is just full of Extra Features. Documentaries & Behind the Scenes Footage are all over the place. There is also an alternate ending. I'm sure most people have seen the movie - but just in case here's the quick lowdown. Alien battleships strategically position themselves around the world. They eventually attack earth & of course USA leads the world in a counter-attack. Great Special Effects & CGI throughout the movie. Great performances by Jeff Goldblum, Bill Pullman, Will Smith, Randy Quaid, Robert Loggia, Judd Hirsch and many more.

This is one of those DVD's that is actually worth buying. Movie gets a 4 - DVD deserves a 5. Way to go again Fox!

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5.0 out of 5 stars great movie
This was sent in great condition just as promised and very quick on time as promised. Would use sell again thank you
Published 7 days ago by Michele Harroun

4.0 out of 5 stars Independently Exciting Sci-Fi Action/Adventure!

Independently Exciting Sci Fi!

Director Roland Emmerich, who has pumped out exciting sci-fi like Stargate and not so great sci-fi such as 10,000 B.C. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!!!
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Published 9 days ago by Pumpkin Man

1.0 out of 5 stars One of the worst movies I have ever seen
I have always been a bit of a sci-fi geek but this movie just plain stinks. The script is BAD, acting is BAD (Will Smith, Jeff Goldbum -- both terrible actors IMO -- walking all... Read more
Published 16 days ago by Mr. Randy Kay

4.0 out of 5 stars Independence Day (Single Disc Widescreen Edition) (1996)-Good Sci-fi flick.
Independence Day (Single Disc Widescreen Edition) (1996) was a very entertaining 4 star film. Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum are always good as were most of the well selected crew... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Keith Mirenberg

3.0 out of 5 stars This blu ray is the theatrical not the special edition version
I gave this only 3 stars because it is not the longer special edition, but only the theatrical version. The blu ray is terrific, though, in both video and sound quality. Read more
Published 3 months ago by B5B

1.0 out of 5 stars Good transfer, but still disappointing
I have to say that I'm a big fan of this film, and I already own the DVD. Most of those wanting to buy this film on Bluray are those who have already seen it and liked it, so I... Read more
Published 3 months ago by C. McCarville-Schueths

4.0 out of 5 stars Repeatable Fun!
Ok--great special effects, good to so-so acting, bordering on bad but with the threat of global extinction, who shouldn't enjoy this film? Read more
Published 3 months ago by chris lukeman

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT MOVIE
This movie launched Will Smith's career. This movie was also funny, sad, and happy all together.
Published 4 months ago by M. Cramer

4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome movie. Blu-Ray needs improvement
This is an awesome movie! I just purchased a new Blu-Ray player (Samsung) and a 73-inch Mitsubishi projection TV. I'm in HOG heaven! Read more
Published 4 months ago by JR

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