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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 110 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Flick

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The packaging was tight, the disc snapping in crisply and not flopping about. This is a movie about a book. The movie is around the eyewitness of the White Whale reluctantly telling the tragic story to an aspiring author (Meville). It was a well done spin on the classic story. If you like movies about "old school" seamanship / man vs nature, then this is for you. This was a great movie IMHO. My wife often falls asleep during movies when she's cuddled up on the couch and comfortable. She was riveted through this whole movie. Hemsworth did a great job. So did his supporting cast. The 4K UHD experience really brings the crew's perils to life. The CGI could have been a little better but as a package, I didn't dock the rating.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good movie, good story line.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This film is very entertaining and worth buying. The 4K UHD quality was a bit disappointing in that in specific scenes seemed not to have the 4K resolution and seemed less sharp. This did not interfere with the overall impact that this survival story delivers. This was a captivating film, that kept you on the edge of your chair, I want to watch it again, such a great story,

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Guys Movie Night Hit

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Each month the guys in our neighborhood get together for pizza and a movie while the wives play canasta. I selected this movie when it was my turn to host and it was a great hit. Many of the guys commented that it was one of the best movies we had watched and wanted to take it home to watch it again or show to others.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Based on the true story of Melville's inspiration

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A dramatic role for Hemsworth proving he's not just a live action figure. Howard's direction is not among his best efforts but the movie has a number of exciting moments, good character interplay and believable special effects. Overall a good joy ride.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing movie

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing movie. The unknown story of Moby Dick and how it came to be. A great 4K transfer it looks amazing especially in the ocean scenes I highly recommend this film. Long live physical media

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Whale!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a great movie depicting the lives of a whaler. My only complaint is that the 4k has scenes that appear to look odd or out of place. Maybe they were shot with 3D effects in mind.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fine movie and drama ... and it's 4K. Cool!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not the best AV system, but pretty good, I think. Having had the same 46" Sharp Aquos TV, Old Blu-ray player, and 36 year old Kenwood receiver driving Mission 700 speakers, we decided to get modern. The new system has a Pioneer Elite receiver, Samsung 70" UHD TV, Sony UHD 4K player, Polk subwoofer and center channel speakers, Mission surround speakers, and Magnepan .7 front speakers. So, this is the disk we decided to try out as a test of the 4K experience. We REALLY like it. :o) Some tech stuff: There are many scenes with dark, moderate contrast, expanses of screen real estate. Having the lower end model UHD TV probably accounts for banding between the darker and lighter areas of any particular shot. I look forward to making a comparison with a higher model to see what another thousand bucks or so would have gotten us. But the overall impression in terms of video quality was fabulous. I had done some adjusting over the weeks and the picture looks pretty darned good on broadcast and streamed media. Regular Blu-ray DVDs look wonderful, and this disk looks really great. So, have I done an A/B comparison between the 4K and regular Blu-ray disks? Nope. But we have watched the UHD movie twice, and loved it each time. Experimenting with audio settings could take up most of your day... This disk has great ambiance and channel steering. Foley mix was very good to great, some sounds being too forward for my taste, but the voice and environmental tracks sound as good as you will find for the most part. The music is good, to the point I don't remember it much. That's an indicator that there were not any of those, "What the heck is that about?" moments when the music just broke the scene and it stuck in your mind. So, music fits. Good. Yeah... The Bass. Not the fish. The Bottom End. Plenty. The history of the USA is peppered with high - seas drama and adventure. The foundation of one of the greatest and most famous tales of the sea, Moby Dick, is laid out right before your eyes. The characters seem familiar, development of each person done right, and the monster... he's impressive. Not a feel good movie, but an exhibit of human nature at its best and worse. Mr. Howard proves once more that he is a master of his craft.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Moby Dick retold

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Visual effects brings Moby Dick to the big screen. Fighting and braving the elements and a whale with a vendetta. The men aboard the Essex learn that man does not control nature.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Thor & Spiderman Preview.... LOL

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great story of perseverance and survival. Plus you get to see what Chris Hemsworth & Tom Holland were like before they got their super powers!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Well done, surprising performances

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great period peace outlining the inspiration for Herman Melville's "Moby Dick". Fantastic story and performances.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Instant classic

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    Great movie start to finish. Would work as a classic even if it wasnt a retelling of moby dick.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Can’t Go Wrong

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a very interesting movie with great special effects. The picture is top notch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My first 4K disc

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The difference between the Blu-ray and the 4K is surprising!! Wow the detail!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Movie.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great story, great sound and pic for 4k television and surround sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The story of Moby Dick on 4k

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The story of Moby Dick on 4K. I learned some things I never knew before.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Movie!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent Movie! Well filmed and Great actors. Love the ending.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Terrific drama

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great movie, great storyline, you wont be dissapointed with this movie.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Movie

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a pretty good movie. It was on sale so I figured might as well

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great movie

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    Alittle long winded, but it's a great movie. And picked is awesome.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great movie

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The video and soundtrack are great on this update of the movie.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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