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From the mind of science-fiction giant Ray Bradbury springs what is perhaps his most epic vision. Capturing mankind's first venture into the colonization of another planet - and its tragic first contact with another species.
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dvd region 2
rock hudson
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Like many reviewers,i watched this mini series on the BBC back in the early 80s and it really got my imagination working,having just watched it again nearly 30 years on it has had the same affect on me all over again,it doesnt matter that its scientifically incorrect or that the special FX arent that good,you are taken along with the stories and characters,it grips your imagination.
The sound FX and music although a bit dated seem to still work really well,giving it a creepy but serene atmosphere.
I remembered every chapter from my childhood and it was great to see it hasn't diminished with time.Im glad i grew up in the 70s and 80s,this kind of series is what that time was all about,Space discovery,martians,a new frontier.If you remember this show,or like sci fi with a great story,buy the dvd now,its in 3 parts on 2 dvds and region 2 at last.
The sound FX and music although a bit dated seem to still work really well,giving it a creepy but serene atmosphere.
I remembered every chapter from my childhood and it was great to see it hasn't diminished with time.Im glad i grew up in the 70s and 80s,this kind of series is what that time was all about,Space discovery,martians,a new frontier.If you remember this show,or like sci fi with a great story,buy the dvd now,its in 3 parts on 2 dvds and region 2 at last.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This series has the feel of a made for TV production but is most enjoyable despite both this and the lack of modern 21st computer graphics which might have given it a more polished appearance. I thoroughly enjoyed it when it was first televised and have waited years for it to be available in a Region 2 version. I enjoyed watching this DVD version as much as the initial televised showing.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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If you want fantastic special effects, snappy dialogue and fast paced action then avoid the 'Martian Chronicles'...But if, like me, you like to be filled with a sense of mystical awe, curiousity and have your intellect stimulated, then this is for you. Although the acting is at times ropey and the pace is slow, this mini-series contains some truly magical moments- Never mind if the science is a bit off whack, it's the ideas that count in this classic Bradbury tale where many stories make the whole. I saw this way back in 1980 and was thoroughly entranced- I particularly like the fact that at the height of the Cold War these films pointed to an alternative to Mutually Assured Destruction, given to humanity by the beautiful and ethereal Martians, who either exist, or don't, are us, but also maybe themselves...The message still holds true, we only have one planet, and either we harmonise with It, or we perish...
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A long forgotten, truly beautiful "work of art"
The second part of my review here (below), is actually an identical copy of "comments" that I wrote in response to a very inspiring reviewer. The reviewer's name is "G. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Geoffry J. Salzman
Vintage SciFI
I haven't seen this since it was first shown on UK TV in 1979. Based (fairly faithfully from what I can remember)on the book by one of the most original minds to ever write Science... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Fan of Old Science Fiction
thought provoking
filmed in three parts roughly one and a half hours each , 4:3 picture is steady and clear but the filtering can make some shots look odd . the sound is a little quiet but clear . Read more
Published 5 months ago by Keith Randall
Real Science Fiction
I was about to buy a Region 1 DVD just to get the DVD set then found the Region 2 set by chance. A long wait but good to see this on DVD. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Alan, Scotland
For SF Hardcore Fans
Inspired by Bladerunner I thought that this would be interesting.
Unfortunately it is a rather slow proceeding story, which is visibly old in means of style and tricks. Read more
Unfortunately it is a rather slow proceeding story, which is visibly old in means of style and tricks. Read more
Published 6 months ago by DGP
Disappointing, but allowing for it's age, average
The film (or episodes) has a low budget feel about it, for example the scenery, the martians with obviously human heads with a false skin to cover the hair and ears, vehicles not... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. J. Lazzerini
A Good Story.
This 1980 dvd is showing its age a bit but is still entertaining.
It is a good story and well worth a watch.
It is a good story and well worth a watch.
Published 9 months ago by Mr. Barrie P. Butler
No Life On Mars,Just Boredom.
After reading the other reviews for this mini series,I get the feeling that Im missing something,because while they may rave about it,I found it all rather dull and for the most... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Ragged Tiger
A must have for any Sci-Fi fan.
I remembered watching Martian Chronicles as a child and not really understanding what was going on, and now as an adult I though I would give it a go, more for nostalgia value than... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Ernie
Life On Mars, circa 1980.
!!!WARNING. MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!!!
Col. John Wilder(Rock Hudson) is in charge of a planned series of manned probes to Mars in the late 20th century. Read more
Col. John Wilder(Rock Hudson) is in charge of a planned series of manned probes to Mars in the late 20th century. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr. Jonathon T. Beckett
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