- Actors: Peter Krause, Julianna Margulies, Peter Jacobson, Dennis Christopher, April Grace
- Format: Closed-captioned, Colour, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
- Language English, Spanish
- Subtitles: Spanish
- Region: Region 1 (US and Canada DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.78:1
- Number of discs: 2
- Classification: Unrated (US MPAA rating. See details.)
- Studio: Lions Gate
- DVD Release Date: 3 April 2007
- Run Time: 270 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000MMMTD2
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 64,962 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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79 of 85 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I first heard about The Lost Room through word of mouth, which seems to be the primary method of distribution for this fantastic show as it was criminally under-marketed.
I would recommend it to anyone who is a fan of clever, cliffhanger style American dramas such as Prison Break, Lost or Heroes, though The Lost Room is generally a little more sedate than these shows.
I have been fortunate enough to see the whole four and a half hours of The Lost Room in one sitting, not something I would usually undertake, and can say it was one of the most enjoyable televisual experiences I can remember in recent years.
The concept is truly original, if a little strange, but it is testament to the show's compelling story and compassion you feel for the protagonist that you quickly suspend your disbelief at the idea of a wrist watch that can boil an egg or a cufflink that lowers blood pressure (merely throwaway examples) and enjoy the great writing, genuine suspense and intrigue.
This miniseries is crying out to be picked up for a more complete run - the ending, while satisfactory within the story arc, leaves many questions unanswered and the series very open. I urge you and anyone you know who enjoys this kind of thing to purchase this DVD. The show didn't cause enough of a ratings spike in the US to warrant it being immediately snapped up for more episodes, so the networks will be watching the DVD sales carefully.
Even if you don't buy this DVD, please just find a way to see this show and if you like it, tell someone about it, it truly is well worth your time.
I would recommend it to anyone who is a fan of clever, cliffhanger style American dramas such as Prison Break, Lost or Heroes, though The Lost Room is generally a little more sedate than these shows.
I have been fortunate enough to see the whole four and a half hours of The Lost Room in one sitting, not something I would usually undertake, and can say it was one of the most enjoyable televisual experiences I can remember in recent years.
The concept is truly original, if a little strange, but it is testament to the show's compelling story and compassion you feel for the protagonist that you quickly suspend your disbelief at the idea of a wrist watch that can boil an egg or a cufflink that lowers blood pressure (merely throwaway examples) and enjoy the great writing, genuine suspense and intrigue.
This miniseries is crying out to be picked up for a more complete run - the ending, while satisfactory within the story arc, leaves many questions unanswered and the series very open. I urge you and anyone you know who enjoys this kind of thing to purchase this DVD. The show didn't cause enough of a ratings spike in the US to warrant it being immediately snapped up for more episodes, so the networks will be watching the DVD sales carefully.
Even if you don't buy this DVD, please just find a way to see this show and if you like it, tell someone about it, it truly is well worth your time.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Great Plot, Great Acting, A list Actors and no silly episodes either! WHAT'S THE CATCH?
Well I was a bit disappointed in how short the series was. You'll find yourself gripped right from the start to end and will want to watch each episode back to back. Sadly though, a weekend ought to do it. Not just for SCFI enthusiasts either but for all the family. Yes folks, one to watch even with the Granny! No awkward moments where you find that you're breaking into a monologue about the changing weather until the scene finally changes. Offering to put the kettle on is another favourite.
Any way too good to miss and at Amazon prices it'd be rude not to!
Well I was a bit disappointed in how short the series was. You'll find yourself gripped right from the start to end and will want to watch each episode back to back. Sadly though, a weekend ought to do it. Not just for SCFI enthusiasts either but for all the family. Yes folks, one to watch even with the Granny! No awkward moments where you find that you're breaking into a monologue about the changing weather until the scene finally changes. Offering to put the kettle on is another favourite.
Any way too good to miss and at Amazon prices it'd be rude not to!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I watch a scary amount of DVDs, and most of these are sci-fi, fantasy, or paranormal fiction, so I know a terrific genre mini-series when I see one. And The Lost Room is the best I've seen for years.
Aside from a somewhat hammy pilot episode, the mini series has an exceptionally compelling narrative basis that never lets up. I wish it had been granted full series status, but we all know what TV execs are like when it comes to money vs merit, right?
Aside from a somewhat hammy pilot episode, the mini series has an exceptionally compelling narrative basis that never lets up. I wish it had been granted full series status, but we all know what TV execs are like when it comes to money vs merit, right?
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a nice little thriller
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Wish that it would continue
As per some previous comments I too heard this via word of mouth and think it was a great concept for a series and I only wish that they had continued it.
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Lost Room lost the rest of the series?
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