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THE AMERICAN US 4 disc version RELEASE IS FAR SUPERIOR
AND IS >>NOT<< REGION LOCKED even though it says region 1
We got a bum deal in uk europe, the people who did this version were downright cheap and lazy
THE UK VERSION IS ONLY 3 DISCS, The US version is 4 with lots of extras including brilliant behind scenes footage
IF YOU HAVE WIDESCREEN TV. The UK dics are in 4:3 only. meaning black bars left and right. Lots of these shows were shot in widescreen and you wont be able to watch properly on your widescreen tv. THE US VERSION IS WIDESCREEN . It has double sided dics. On one side 4.3 version and the other side widescreen version.
And most unbelievable of all the UK VERSION DOES NOT HAVE CHAPTER SELECT OR SCENE SELECTION. When you put the disc in it just says play!! You might think so what? but when there is so much goodies crammed into these discs you will have to ffw to your favourites. THE US VERSION HAS CHAPTER SCENE SELECT WITH PICTURES.
GET THE US VERSION. IF you get the 4 disc version IT IS NOT REGION LOCKED even though says reigon 1.
AND IS >>NOT<< REGION LOCKED even though it says region 1
We got a bum deal in uk europe, the people who did this version were downright cheap and lazy
THE UK VERSION IS ONLY 3 DISCS, The US version is 4 with lots of extras including brilliant behind scenes footage
IF YOU HAVE WIDESCREEN TV. The UK dics are in 4:3 only. meaning black bars left and right. Lots of these shows were shot in widescreen and you wont be able to watch properly on your widescreen tv. THE US VERSION IS WIDESCREEN . It has double sided dics. On one side 4.3 version and the other side widescreen version.
And most unbelievable of all the UK VERSION DOES NOT HAVE CHAPTER SELECT OR SCENE SELECTION. When you put the disc in it just says play!! You might think so what? but when there is so much goodies crammed into these discs you will have to ffw to your favourites. THE US VERSION HAS CHAPTER SCENE SELECT WITH PICTURES.
GET THE US VERSION. IF you get the 4 disc version IT IS NOT REGION LOCKED even though says reigon 1.
121 of 125 people found the following review helpful
Virtually everyone will have seen "That's Entertainment" Part One made in 1974 and has appeared regularly on TV over the years, but the other two parts have passed at least this viewer by.
THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT 1 (1974) - Set the standard with great set pieces from the incomparable MGM musicals introduced by a series of greats, Sinatra, Astaire, Rooney, O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Elizabeth Taylor, etc. Introductions often set in the crumbling back lot of MGM which was demolished for property development immediately following filming.
THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT II (1976) - This time all the introductions are by Fred Astaire and Gene Kelley including some extended scenes between them and dance routines. This part does not work as well for me as Part 1, concentrating rather too much on Kelly and Astaire musicals, but even so there is a great deal to enjoy.
THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT III (1985) - With Part Three we are right back to form, in fact the whole thing rattles along in even finer style than Part 1. However there is a different emphasis, there is more cutting from one film to another to build up a better picture of the star. Also some great out takes that never saw the light of day, particularly Judy Garland in "Annie get your Gun" (yes I mean Judy Garland, she started filming but had a breakdown) singing "I am an Indian too" also Judy in a show stopping "March of the Doagies" that was cut from "The Harvey Girls". Two other outstanding highlights are stage hands moving scenery in real time ahead of Eleanor Powell tapping her way through "Fascinatin' Rhythm"; also two takes of Fred Astaire performing the same dance in difference costumes and settings the performances shown side by side on the screen and Fred is in perfect sync throughout, proving he did rehearse as hard as they say.
Once again a great series of introducers, Kelley, Keel, Charisse, Allyson, Horne, Miller and the swimming wonder Esther Williams.
FINALLY - Strangely these compilations do not have any scene selections, so if you want to regularly access any particular item you will have to make your own list of favourite chapter numbers.
A wonderful DVD set and a never ending treat for all lovers of MGM musicals.
THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT 1 (1974) - Set the standard with great set pieces from the incomparable MGM musicals introduced by a series of greats, Sinatra, Astaire, Rooney, O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Elizabeth Taylor, etc. Introductions often set in the crumbling back lot of MGM which was demolished for property development immediately following filming.
THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT II (1976) - This time all the introductions are by Fred Astaire and Gene Kelley including some extended scenes between them and dance routines. This part does not work as well for me as Part 1, concentrating rather too much on Kelly and Astaire musicals, but even so there is a great deal to enjoy.
THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT III (1985) - With Part Three we are right back to form, in fact the whole thing rattles along in even finer style than Part 1. However there is a different emphasis, there is more cutting from one film to another to build up a better picture of the star. Also some great out takes that never saw the light of day, particularly Judy Garland in "Annie get your Gun" (yes I mean Judy Garland, she started filming but had a breakdown) singing "I am an Indian too" also Judy in a show stopping "March of the Doagies" that was cut from "The Harvey Girls". Two other outstanding highlights are stage hands moving scenery in real time ahead of Eleanor Powell tapping her way through "Fascinatin' Rhythm"; also two takes of Fred Astaire performing the same dance in difference costumes and settings the performances shown side by side on the screen and Fred is in perfect sync throughout, proving he did rehearse as hard as they say.
Once again a great series of introducers, Kelley, Keel, Charisse, Allyson, Horne, Miller and the swimming wonder Esther Williams.
FINALLY - Strangely these compilations do not have any scene selections, so if you want to regularly access any particular item you will have to make your own list of favourite chapter numbers.
A wonderful DVD set and a never ending treat for all lovers of MGM musicals.
31 of 34 people found the following review helpful
I bought this as a gift for someone.
The extra disc is missing only on the US Version.
DO NOT buy this.
The extra disc is missing only on the US Version.
DO NOT buy this.
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That's Talents!. Judy Garland, Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly and many others!!!! Golden Age!30/40/50 years have really shown the true talent. The most complete of all Judy Garland! Read more
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Having seen the first of the DVDs years ago, I thought the reviewer who complained about the way in which this was presented was nit-picking. Not so. Read more
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That really is "entertainment". Hours of pleasure, beautiful backgrounds, fantastic music and dance. The Stars are skilled and the musicians wonderful. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. Rachel Lowe
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Wonderful record of Hollywood's golden age of musicals. Nostalgic for all those who grew up going to "the pictures" great value for all three dvd's, will watch this and... Read more
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Brilliant value; best of fun
Three hugely enjoyable DVDs for less than the usual price of one - if you like Hollywood musicals in their heyday, this has to be the best value around. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Timchats
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FThat's Entertainment Box Set [DVD]or anyone with an interest in old classic musicals this is great asset. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mr. R. E. Murden
useful compendium
A useful compendium of Hollywood's greatest achievements in the world of musicals.So many great sequences that one can view again and again. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mr. F. R. S. Glass
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The content is brilliant, the picture quality is not as good as my original VCR tapes which is a disappointment. Read more
Published on 31 May 2010 by Tysonbob
Excellent choice.
This was bought as a birthday present for a friend. She loves it and thought it was a very novel gift.
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