Logan's Run [DVD] [1976] [US Import] [NTSC]: Amazon.co.uk: Michael York, Jenny Agutter, Richard Jordan, Roscoe Lee Browne, Farrah Fawcett, Michael Anderson Jr., Peter Ustinov, Randolph Roberts, Lara Lindsay, Gary Morgan, Michelle Stacy, Laura Hippe, Michael Anderson, Ronald Saland, Elliot Geisinger, Hugh Benson, David Zelag Goodman, George Clayton Johnson, Jay Anson, William F. Nolan: Film & TV

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Science-Fiction classic on DVD at last, 27 Sep 2008

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I. R. Kerr (Lancashire) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logan's Run [DVD] [1976] (DVD)

My old VHS tape can now rest in peace, at last we have a widescreen DVD version of Logan's Run with remastered sound.
It's one of my favourite movies of all time. It has a great fast moving story, lots of beautiful people intent on living their alloted 30 years to the full but living alongside a darker underclass, the cubs, and an underground movement that helps "runners" try and find Sanctuary. The special effects are great and won a Special Achievement Award at the 1977 Oscar's and Jerry Goldsmith's music, a mix of orchestral and electronic is superb, I have the OST on vinyl' and to top all that off it has Jenny Agutter.
I agree that the effects do look dated now but bear in mind that at the time their use of lasers was ground breaking. I saw it when it first came out and have watched it countless times since and it has never lost its appeal to me.
On the extras front the commentary by Michael York (Logan), director Michael Anderson and Bill Thomas the costume designer is very informative, the costumes played an important role in portraying a society where pleasure appears to be the sole purpose. The featurette on the making of the movie has a quite grainy quality to it but still gives a reasonable deal of information and is a nice addition.
Now how about someone releasing the Logan's Run TV series with Heather Menzies?

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good, region-free Blu-ray for classic Logan's Run, 19 July 2011

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This review is from: Logan's Run [Blu-ray] [US Import] (Blu-ray)

This Blu-ray is a US import. It is region-free. The extras are standard definition, from what I can tell, but also play fine in the UK.

The picture transfer is quite good. It's variable throughout but the colours are vibrant and there's some good sharpness here and there. In fact, you can tell the opening shots are models more so than before - and can spot some of the special features (like during the Carousel) with actors on wires. As has been said in other reviews, the sets themselves are quite plain which hampers the overall effect a bit. The overall effect is solid and faithful rather than outstanding.

The sound is quite good - although there's a lot of directionality applied to the voices (if someone's speaking from one side, the sound follows them rather heavily). This does not affect things too badly, but is noticeably.

The film itself is a classic. I must say it drags a little bit towards the end upon repeat viewings though. Still well worth seeing and a good one for the collection.

Lastly, there's a nice period documentary about the film. It's a bit OTT but informative and amusing nonetheless. There's also a commentary track - with lead actor, Michael York. I've not had time to listen to it yet but it's good to know it's there for future viewings.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Oldies won't care, Newbies beware!, 24 Oct 2008

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J. Pike "J.Pike" (Guernsey, Channel Islands) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logan's Run [DVD] [1976] (DVD)

Science Fiction films Prior to Star Wars looked different.

The future had massive computers with big flashing lights on them. People wore futuristic jumpsuits and pumps.

Step in Logan's Run one of the finest films ever. The costumes and acting are pretty cheesy. The robots, special effects are terrible and some of the models to show the sprawling city are what you would expect from an after school model club.

Who cares the story is fantastic (read the book also it's a classic and far more in depth)
And everything about the films sets off perfectly against everything else.

I guess first time watchers who like films with CGI and massive budgets may struggle to see what us dudes who watched it over 20 years ago like about it but, give it a go.

Anyone who is thinking of taking a trip down memory land, go for it.

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MEGA FOX Jenny Agutter is in it also! What more reasons do you need!

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5.0 out of 5 stars vintage 70s pre-computer graphics sci-fi
superb concept film. The bluray is awesome and does the best it can with the basic sound tracks but visually this is a different league that previous releases. Read more

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