A Scanner Darkly

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Nov, 2024

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Expert review by : Ken_McAlinden (hometheaterforum.com)

HTF BLU-RAY REVIEW: A Scanner Darkly (2010 re-release)

Studio: Warner Bros Year: 2006 Rated: R Film Length: 100 minutes Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Subtitles: English SDH,French, Spanish Release Date: September 7, 2010 So as not to risk "burying the lead", I will state up front that this release appears to...

Intriguing mind-bending adaptation of Philip K. Dick novel ;

Missing a featurette available on the 2007 release (look for a used copy or pick up the old DVD cheap) ;

Cons: Missing a featurette available on the 2007 release (look for a used copy or pick up the old DVD cheap)HTF BLU-RAY REVIEW: A Scanner Darkly (2010 re-release)Ken_McAlinden reviewed September 22, 2010 at 12:56 pmA Scanner DarklyDirected By: Richard...

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Consumer review (play.com)

Wow

Just amazing. This is one of the best books I have ever read. Don't let the Sci-Fi genre scare you off as you would be missing a great experience. Seeing the breakdown of the characters and the final reveal of what is going on will leave you stunned...

Oct, 2011

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Consumer review (play.com)

Really enjoyable

I have to admit I had to watch this film a couple of times before I understood it. I wasn't too sure either on the "drawn style" of the film, but after a while I didn't really notice that at all. The film is everything a Philip K Dick interpretation...

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review (play.com)

amazing movie expierence

And I expect nothing more from linklater, visually stunning,great story with great performances from the cast especially Downey Jr

Jan, 2009

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Consumer review (play.com)

Chill man im watch these mushrooms grow

Dude... this movie is a trip. You have to meta-meta-think about it to get it. Not only do you have to watch the movie, you have to watch yourself watching the movie, and then analyze that. When you Finish, you'll feel like you're on drugs. And then...

Jan, 2008

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Consumer review (play.com)

A lesson in how to do Phillip K. Dick justice...

After Total Recall, Minority Report and Blade Runner (all fantastic movies mind) it seemed that Philip K. Dick adaptations were destined to be turned into nothing but Hollywood action flicks. Though enjoyable they did tend to only use the original...

May, 2007

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Consumer review (play.com)

Has the looks, lacks the substance

This is a average film. It has an odd storyline behind it, which some may find confusing. There are some good twists in the film, and some interesting ideas, but there does seem to be something missing. However, it is worth a look, if only for the...

Apr, 2007

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