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The international smash-hit, Lord of the Dance, is back with an all-new electrifying show. Filmed LIVE in Dublin and London during the sold out 2011 European Tour, experience the magic, excitement and passion like never before. Starring show creator and Irish dance pioneer Michael Flatley (returning to Lord of The Dance for the first time in 13 years); the breathtaking performance comprises a spectacular new set design, state-of-the-art lighting, special effects and costumes that will captivate audiences both young and old. Featuring unprecedented access to Flatley s performance and exclusive behind the scenes footage, you ll never be closer to the action than this! Don t miss out on the performance film event of the year! DVD Extras include a "Behind The Scenes Feature" and Four additional songs and dances from the show that were not released in cinemas!
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'A Show Piece Extravaganza' - The LA Times 'Truly jaw-dropping' - The Daily Star 'Thunderously impressive' - BBC Online 'The Flatley magic is back wholly intact' - The Daily Telegraph --Various
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This Review is based on the standard (not Blu Ray)version.
It's almost inevitable that this production will be compared with the 1998 "Feet of Flames" production, recorded in Hyde Park. And, to be brief, it doesn't cut the mustard.
When comparing the two, the major negatives with this production are the technical aspects:
- the picture is very "letter-box", and does not fill the screen at standard settings.
- the picture is dark and lacked the clarity that better stage lighting might have delivered.
- the background is confused and confusing: a multiplicity of images blending and separating detracted, in my opinion, from the skill of the dancers.
- the camera work is poor: there are too few close-ups of the individual dancers and the result is that one is constantly straining to catch the detail.
- and as other Reviewers have noted, most of the deleted scenes should have been retained.
On a more positive note, the costumes looked good but the colours are weak. The sound is good, but the sound levels are lower than normal.
Altogether a disappointing production which lacked punch and did not live up to expectations!
It's almost inevitable that this production will be compared with the 1998 "Feet of Flames" production, recorded in Hyde Park. And, to be brief, it doesn't cut the mustard.
When comparing the two, the major negatives with this production are the technical aspects:
- the picture is very "letter-box", and does not fill the screen at standard settings.
- the picture is dark and lacked the clarity that better stage lighting might have delivered.
- the background is confused and confusing: a multiplicity of images blending and separating detracted, in my opinion, from the skill of the dancers.
- the camera work is poor: there are too few close-ups of the individual dancers and the result is that one is constantly straining to catch the detail.
- and as other Reviewers have noted, most of the deleted scenes should have been retained.
On a more positive note, the costumes looked good but the colours are weak. The sound is good, but the sound levels are lower than normal.
Altogether a disappointing production which lacked punch and did not live up to expectations!
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
I have loved Michael Flatley and have owned every DVD with him, and also Riverdance and I have to say Lord Of The Dance in Blu ray is superb, the music sounds so much better. I did however have some issues with the quality, when the cameras are side on, it is crystal clear but front on or camera from above is a little fuzzy, but overall the quality is just wonderful.
For those who already have the original Lord Of The Dance and wonder why they should buy it again, the costumes are new, there is a whole load of screens with images running on them which look pretty amazing plus Dance Of Love (from feet of flames), Michael playing flute with the band and his solo dance (again similar to feet of flames) and it's just a really great revamped version.
My gripes are this; the editing at the end is awful, there are different dancers in the finale as it was recorded in 2 different venues, so in 1 encore you see Bernadette Flynn then the next she is gone and replaced with whoever danced for her at the other venue, and that really annoyed me, I dont understand why they edited it in that way, maybe I am picky but I noticed it right away.
Also the deleted scenes should have been in the actual feature, I don't understand why they were taken out, I agree with one of the comments that they add to the show so should have been kept in.
Overall brilliant for any Michael Flatley and Lord Of The Dance fan, despite my small issues I loved it and would recommend highly.
For those who already have the original Lord Of The Dance and wonder why they should buy it again, the costumes are new, there is a whole load of screens with images running on them which look pretty amazing plus Dance Of Love (from feet of flames), Michael playing flute with the band and his solo dance (again similar to feet of flames) and it's just a really great revamped version.
My gripes are this; the editing at the end is awful, there are different dancers in the finale as it was recorded in 2 different venues, so in 1 encore you see Bernadette Flynn then the next she is gone and replaced with whoever danced for her at the other venue, and that really annoyed me, I dont understand why they edited it in that way, maybe I am picky but I noticed it right away.
Also the deleted scenes should have been in the actual feature, I don't understand why they were taken out, I agree with one of the comments that they add to the show so should have been kept in.
Overall brilliant for any Michael Flatley and Lord Of The Dance fan, despite my small issues I loved it and would recommend highly.
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Michael Flatley Returns As Lord Of The Dance [Blu-ray]
I agree with ACB{Swansea} and I endorse his review wholeheartedly.
**One note of warning I would add to those who are adverse to 'Lighting' - there are many scenes with shimmering/flashing lights!**
The only matter I would add to ACB's review is the running times of the Main Title and the Extras, as it does say in the 'Product Detail' that the run time is 128 minutes. For those expecting 2(+) hours of the main feature, be aware that this is not the case.
So for any who are interested in the run times of the 'elements', which do happen make up the TOTAL ~128minutes run time:-
a.Main Feature: ~ 95 minutes
b.Behind the Scenes: ~ 20 minutes
c.Deleted Scenes{of which there are four}:
1) Marble Halls{Song} ~3.5mins. 2) Siamsa{Dance} ~4.75 mins.
3) Carrick Fergus{Song} ~4 mins. 4) Encore{applause} ~1.2 min.
I cannot see why, in both the DVD versions and the cinematic release, the deleted scenes were deleted at all as , in my opinion, would not detract from the release at all, I think they would ADD to it, except maybe the ~1+ minute of audience applause.
I agree with ACB{Swansea} and I endorse his review wholeheartedly.
**One note of warning I would add to those who are adverse to 'Lighting' - there are many scenes with shimmering/flashing lights!**
The only matter I would add to ACB's review is the running times of the Main Title and the Extras, as it does say in the 'Product Detail' that the run time is 128 minutes. For those expecting 2(+) hours of the main feature, be aware that this is not the case.
So for any who are interested in the run times of the 'elements', which do happen make up the TOTAL ~128minutes run time:-
a.Main Feature: ~ 95 minutes
b.Behind the Scenes: ~ 20 minutes
c.Deleted Scenes{of which there are four}:
1) Marble Halls{Song} ~3.5mins. 2) Siamsa{Dance} ~4.75 mins.
3) Carrick Fergus{Song} ~4 mins. 4) Encore{applause} ~1.2 min.
I cannot see why, in both the DVD versions and the cinematic release, the deleted scenes were deleted at all as , in my opinion, would not detract from the release at all, I think they would ADD to it, except maybe the ~1+ minute of audience applause.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Just not as good as the version I had on VHS
First I must point out that I am actually a huge fan of this particular show. However there are jsut so many technical things wrong with this dvd. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Joanna
the master is back
I saw the live theatre version 3 days ago, ordered the dvd the next day and am sat here watching it having read the reviews.
Lord of the Dance is quite simply amazing. Read more
Lord of the Dance is quite simply amazing. Read more
Published 2 months ago by andywalter
Lord of the Dance
Very Pleased with the D V D the speed of deivery was wonderful I reccomend this way of purchasing D V D s and the ease of finding what I wanted
Published 3 months ago by M.R.C.
Michael Flatley is TOPS
Having read the other reviews I was a bit sceptic about ordering, but hubby said "get it ordered". Glad I did, although the show is the same or similar story that he did before,... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Friends fan
Michael Flatley Returns
Great dvd, awesome to see Michael Flately back on the stage dancing,he was always the best in my opinion, the pace is amazing,very spectacular show,I've watched it 3 times over... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Annie
Great DVD
This was bought for my mum for Christmas. When she opened it she was so happy as she had been wanting it for ages. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Saz08
Michael Flatley
If you are a Michael Flatley fan then this Blue-Ray disc is for you. Excellent quality picture and sound. Great value and superfast delivery.
Published 6 months ago by Peten
excellent
fab purchase!! I boought it for my Mum's birthday and she loves it, as does my 9 year old who has started dancing round the lounge!! excellent buy and delivered, FREE, on time!
Published 6 months ago by A Mum
Kingfisher
General speaking, the Dancers are much better than previous version. If you know Irish Dance, your'll like to watch the details of the dance. Really worth buying and keep.
Published 6 months ago by Ho-cheng Yao
Dissapointing!The original is still the one to watch!
Everyone who owns the original Lord of the dance:You don't need this!Why?Because of several errors made during filming this show. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tudor Fanatic
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