What sci-fi/science DVDs should I add?

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The discussion revolves around recommendations for science fiction and science-related DVDs to add to a personal collection. Participants share their current collections and suggest various titles across different genres, including documentaries and classic sci-fi films.

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  • One participant lists their current DVD collection and seeks recommendations for additional titles.
  • Several participants suggest the BBC Planet Earth series, praising its cinematography and content.
  • Multiple suggestions for classic sci-fi films are made, including "2001: A Space Odyssey," "Silent Running," "Bladerunner," "Logan's Run," and "Zardoz."
  • Some participants express interest in upgrading from VHS to DVD for certain titles.
  • There are mentions of personal preferences regarding subtitles versus dubbing in foreign films.
  • Participants discuss the value of owning DVDs compared to renting or watching films in theaters, citing convenience and cost considerations.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of certain classic films and series, but there are differing opinions on the quality of specific titles and the merits of various viewing formats. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best recommendations, as multiple competing views are presented.

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Some participants express uncertainty about the availability of certain DVDs and the quality of various adaptations of films. There are also discussions about personal viewing habits and preferences that may influence recommendations.

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Individuals interested in expanding their collection of science fiction and science-related DVDs, as well as those looking for recommendations on classic films and documentaries.

  • #31
Kenneth Mann said:
May I suggest the two Sci-Fi channel mini-series, "Dune" and "Children of Dune". They are both about four hours long.

KM

Blaspheme! These are mockeries of the original Dune (which I'd like to add to my list of awesome sci-fi movies)
 
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  • #32
Dune- Sting in a, hmm, not a diaper, kind of a wing shaped thing.

I haven't seen the original Dune movie in probably 15 years. I remember the worms looking much better than the cg ones in the miniseries, but I might be blinded by nostalga. I don't remember enough of the original to compare well. I quite liked the new miniseries though.


Looking back, Dr.Who hasn't been mentioned yet? What error is this? Is it too obvious? Best tv sci-fi of all time.

Gattaca and Strange Days are also absent. As are eXistenZ and Cube for some Canadian content. Oh, I'd forgotten about Dark City as well.


larkspur said:
The last time I went to the movies, some uncouth man behind me coughed a hunk of phlegm into my hair.:eek: :cry: :mad:

This happens when watching movies in my living room as well, I don't know who keeps inviting that guy
 
  • #33
shmoe said:
Looking back, Dr.Who hasn't been mentioned yet? What error is this? Is it too obvious? Best tv sci-fi of all time.
The original Dr. Who or the new series on Sci-Fi channel?

Gattaca and Strange Days are also absent. As are eXistenZ and Cube for some Canadian content. Oh, I'd forgotten about Dark City as well.
I loved the Cube. Wasn't there a Cube Two as well?




This happens when watching movies in my living room as well, I don't know who keeps inviting that guy
:smile: :smile:
 
  • #34
larkspur said:
The original Dr. Who or the new series on Sci-Fi channel?

I can't speak for the David Tennant series (I haven't seen it yet). Otherwise all of it is good. Opinions vary though, I have a few friends that were traumatized as children from watching Dr. Who that it's brown trousers time when they hear the themesong. :bugeye:

Some say it's best viewed while cowering behind the sofa, but that's sheer folly unless you like being snuck up on by Daleks. I prefer to build a sofa cushion and blanket fort in front of the sofa so the sofa covered my back. It's closer to the immediate danger, but I'm terribly brave.

larkspur said:
I loved the Cube. Wasn't there a Cube Two as well?

Yea, Cube 2:Hypercube. Best to forget it even exists. They set it up for a Cube Cubed sequel (that would have been my name for it at least) but that hasn't arrived yet that I know of). A sequel may end up justifying the second ones existence, but it would have to do an amazing job of wrapping things up.
 
  • #35
shmoe said:
Oh, I'd forgotten about Dark City as well.
I can synopsize Dark City in exactly six words:



Truman's World run by the Borg
 
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