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Band Of Brothers (6 Dvd)

damian lewis , ron livingston , tom hanks    Universal, suitable for all   DVD
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (729 customer reviews)

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Product details

  • Actors: damian lewis, ron livingston
  • Directors: tom hanks
  • Format: PAL
  • Language: Italian, English
  • Subtitles: Italian, German, English, French, Spanish
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 6
  • Classification: U
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (729 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B005C5GDKE
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 298,897 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Ispirato al bestseller di Stephen E. Ambrose, BAND OF BROTHERS FRATELLI AL FRONTE racconta la storia della Easy Company, il 506 Reggimento della 101 Divisione Aerea dell'esercito americano.Tratto dalle interviste con i sopravvissuti della Easy Company, e dai diari e dalle lettere dei soldati, il film è la cronistoria delle esperienze di questi uomini che affrontarono la guerra con grande coraggio ed immensa paura. Facevano parte di una elite di fucilieri, paracadutati in Francia il mattino del D-Day, che combatterono nella "Battaglia dei Giganti" e che espugnarono il rifugio alpino (Eagle's Nest) di Hitler a Berchtesgaden.La loro unità subì il 150 percento di vittime e le loro vite divennero leggenda.


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86 of 88 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-see 23 April 2005
By Koz
Format:DVD
I was forced into watching this by a friend and only really agreed because i'm a Damian Lewis fan but i now have to admit that it was absolutely superb! I cannot criticise any aspect of this programme. I genuinely felt like I knew the characters and, as the end was approaching and casualties were amassing, I desperately wanted the 'brothers' to make it through. The scenery was so realistic that it could easily have been war-torn Europe in the 1940's.

As someone who doesn't generally like war films I can honestly say that this isn't typical of the genre as it is character based rather than just a stream of special effects laden scenes (although there are some amazing special effects). A particularly unique feature is that the surviving members of 'Easy Company' introduce each episode, as the entire story is based on real events. Spielburg even had the forethoughht to not inform the audience of the identity of the veterans until the end so that we wouldn't know who lived or died.

This programme reminds us of what normal men did for their countries and the world and I think 'B.o.B' shows us that we should never forget what those heroes endured for us all.

'Band of Brothers' is truly poignant and moving, a credit to the excellent cast and crew (and not forgetting the real men of 'Easy Company'), and I cannot recommend this highly enough.

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A monumental historical drama. 15 May 2005
By A Customer
Format:DVD
I absolutely loved this drama when it was broadcast by the BBC, watching it again on DVD was fantastic. It took nothing away from the story I remembered from it's first telling. Each episode is visually stunning, emotionally and honestly acted and possibly the best American/ British collaboration of actors and performances I have ever seen. It brought WW2 to life for me, both historically and in the recounting of the personal tales of the members of Easy Company. The bonus disc is packed full of behind the scene's footage, interviews and Ron Livingston's video diary which are all highly engaging. Absolutely fantastic, I will keep this forever!
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284 of 294 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars TV doesn't get any better than this..... 26 Nov 2002
Format:DVD
'Band of Brothers' is the finest TV series I have ever seen. A bold statement maybe, but one that stands up to scrutiny in my opinion. Yes, 'The Sopranos' is a brilliant drama and '24' is a top-class thriller, but 'B.O.B' just has that epic feel, that you are watching something that might never be repeated or certainly bettered. The story of the men of Easy Company of the 101st Airborne is one that deserves telling; these heavily-trained young soldiers suffered on the front line of the majority of the crucial battles during the American involvement in World War 2. They forged an unusually tight bond with each other and were led by some of the finest soldiers of the war. It could also be justifiably said that they, as a company, sacrificed more than the usual.
The ten-part series consists of hour-long forays in to the viewpoint of different soldier's experiences, from a major to a medic. The action is superbly visceral and realistic, using the same shaky, hand-held camera techniques seen in 'Saving Private Ryan,' to which B.O.B is a close relative, sharing the Spielberg/Hanks connection as well as the subject matter. Action aside however, it is the depth of characterisation that sets this series apart. Granted, the running time allows for this, but it is beautifully done nonetheless. We gain a real insight into many of the men's characters, from the joker George Luz to the bitter Sobel, the cynic Nixon to the dignified Winters. Indeed, these two characters are so finely crafted it is easy to forget that these actors are not in fact the real men. British star Damian Lewis is outstanding as Major Richard Winters, the glue that holds 'Easy' together. His portrayal of a man worshipped by his men due to his courage, discipline, loyalty and leadership skills is nothing short of perfection; real-life veterans suggest that Lewis was a close to capturing the spirit of Winters as is humanly possible. Ron Livingston, playing the smaller but crucial role of Winters' best friend Lewis Nixon, is also excellent, adding a touch of comedy through the hard-drinking, dry cynic Nixon. The acting is uniformly excellent, a mixture of British and American actors doing themselves proud.

For me, the series highlights include the Bastogne sequence, the capture of Foy, and the jubiliant scenes following the taking of Hitler's 'Eagle's Nest.' At no point is the momentum lost, with fierce battle scenes piercing the poignant character moments like loud machine-gun fire.
If you are like me, you will not want it to end. Watching it all in a short period of time on DVD is certainly the way to watch this, as the immediacy adds to the effect.

Overall, a scintillating piece of television, almost perfect. If you don't like war, its maybe not for you, but equally B.O.B should not be dismissed just as a 'war' series. There is far too much depth and character for that...

If the men of Easy Company were in a class of their own, then this series is fittingly superior in its own field and is a worthy testament to them.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy Co. I dont think so - oh how they struggle
This DVD is great, sad, but great. The quality is superb in Blue Ray , its like being on the battle field. Haven't watched them all yet watched 3 and each as good as the other. Read more
Published 9 hours ago by yerdua
5.0 out of 5 stars gift
watched many times and still very moving. Even those who would not choose this genre of film have been mesmerised
Published 2 days ago by Mrs W Jackson
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Love this series, worth every penny to watch it on Blu-Ray. Haven't yet seen behind the scenes, but I am looking forward to it.
Published 9 days ago by Harry
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series
Got the DVD box set pre-ordered when it first came out, so the Blu-Ray upgrade seemed natural. Very realistic; I think it gives a pretty good feeling about those days (even if it's... Read more
Published 14 days ago by Stefan Ungureanu
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic
Without doubt the "World at War" is the greatest documentary on the roots and development on the second world war. Read more
Published 19 days ago by Rev. Fr. David L Power
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
This is one of more important war series in the world. The package has arrived in perfect state, no scratch.
Published 20 days ago by Abreu
5.0 out of 5 stars Ótimo produto
Ótimo produto com uma qualidade que não se encontra no mercado brasileiro, excelente compra. Entrega muito eficiente. Tem minha recomendação.
Published 22 days ago by Fabiano Branco
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitve Yanks at war saga.
Three years after `Saving Private Ryan', along came this 2001 10-parter, courtesy of HBO in America. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Mr. P. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars amazing
Excellent series now i know why everyone was going on about! I got it at a very cheap price so well worth the money
Published 28 days ago by D WINTON
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story, great sound!
If you like "Saving private Ryan", "Black Hawk down" and similar war movies, and, in general, if you are addicted to the home theatre sound and adore hearing the flying aircrafts,... Read more
Published 1 month ago by dareff
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