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Filmed live at the HMV Hammersmith Apollo, London, this massive show contains Minchin's unique take on musical comedy, spanning topics such as his love of boobs and banging on about rationalism whilst playing the piano rather nicely in a pair of uncomfortably tight jeans.
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Includes song booklet, with complete lyrics from the show
Special Features:
Includes song booklet, with complete lyrics from the show
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), ANAMORPHIC WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Anamorphic Widescreen, Booklet, Cast/Crew Interview(s), Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: Tim Minchin's Ready For This? toured twice around the UK & Australia to ecstatic sold-out houses & critical acclaim. It has been performed in some of London's most legendary venues, including a packed 3-night run at the HMV Hammersmith Apollo, where this performance was recorded in October 2009. The piano-bashing, icon-trashing, nerd-brained, rock-voiced, hedgehoghaired, tight-trousered philosophercomedian is fast becoming known as one of his generation's most brilliant & unique live performers. Tracklisting: 1. Ready For This? 2. Prejudice 3. America 4. I Love Jesus 5. Gay 6. The Good Book 7. If I Didn't Have You 8. Sarah 9. Confessions 10. Canvas Bags 11. Pun 12. Bears Don't Dig On Dancing 13. Criticism 14. The Song For Phil D. 15. If You Really Loved Me 16. Storm 17. Dark Side 18. White Wine In The Sun ...Tim Minchin: Ready for This? Live ( Tim Minchin: Ready for This? )
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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Tim Minchin is a very talented musical comedian with lovely ginger hair and a nice smile. He hails from Australia, and is incredibly adept at blending music and comedy together. I like him quite a bit.
First of all, the bad. There is a little repetition in this DVD. A few of the songs ("Canvas Bags" and "Dark Side") appeared on his last DVD, and you've probably heard a few others, too ("If I Didn't Have You", "Not Perfect" and "Prejudice" weren't new to me). I would also go as far to say that some aren't Minchin's best work ("Confessions", "Bears Don't Dig on Dancing"). However, unlike most musical comedians, Tim Minchin will often place more emphasis on the music than the comedy. And it's okay for musicians to play their greatest hits, right?
Next up, the good. "Ready For This" has some *excellent* new material. You might not think you'd enjoy a 9-minute beat poem, but you *will* be surprised how fantastic they can be. "The Youtube Lament", "The Song For Phil Daost", and "The Good Book" are all superb little numbers too, but the absolute highlight is the closing number, "White Wine in the Sun". About the only song on the album that isn't strictly comedic just happens to be a charming Christmas epic, which deserves a lot more attention.
In conclusion: A solid DVD. Some retreading of old material, but definitely enough new material to make this a worthwhile watch.
First of all, the bad. There is a little repetition in this DVD. A few of the songs ("Canvas Bags" and "Dark Side") appeared on his last DVD, and you've probably heard a few others, too ("If I Didn't Have You", "Not Perfect" and "Prejudice" weren't new to me). I would also go as far to say that some aren't Minchin's best work ("Confessions", "Bears Don't Dig on Dancing"). However, unlike most musical comedians, Tim Minchin will often place more emphasis on the music than the comedy. And it's okay for musicians to play their greatest hits, right?
Next up, the good. "Ready For This" has some *excellent* new material. You might not think you'd enjoy a 9-minute beat poem, but you *will* be surprised how fantastic they can be. "The Youtube Lament", "The Song For Phil Daost", and "The Good Book" are all superb little numbers too, but the absolute highlight is the closing number, "White Wine in the Sun". About the only song on the album that isn't strictly comedic just happens to be a charming Christmas epic, which deserves a lot more attention.
In conclusion: A solid DVD. Some retreading of old material, but definitely enough new material to make this a worthwhile watch.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Manda:)
Format:DVD
Tim Minchin is an absolute genius.
Not only does he use intelligent insights for his humour, (not the crude comedy that many commedians favour)but the use of song in his performing makes him standout as uniquely talented.
I love all the songs he includes, and although a small few are repeated from his previous DVD there is a clear improvement on his confidance, making the versions of the songs different and varried even thought they are the same.
I Love this DVD and have forced all my friends to watch it numerous time.
You honestly wont regret buying this DVD.
:)
Not only does he use intelligent insights for his humour, (not the crude comedy that many commedians favour)but the use of song in his performing makes him standout as uniquely talented.
I love all the songs he includes, and although a small few are repeated from his previous DVD there is a clear improvement on his confidance, making the versions of the songs different and varried even thought they are the same.
I Love this DVD and have forced all my friends to watch it numerous time.
You honestly wont regret buying this DVD.
:)
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By VicSaid
Format:DVD
I gave it as Christmas present and it was a huge success. Observant, cynical but good natured and laugh out loud funny poetry told by a very talented piano player/singer. Tim Minchin is the 'Rock Star' of comedy.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By M. Wake
Format:DVD
Tim Minchin is without doubt the funniest thing I discovered in the last year. His intelligent yet scathing stand up routine would be enough, but then on top of that he also happens to be a superb singer, lyricist and pianist. Vocally I could listen to him all day and while it may not be for everybody I can appreciate his steady scientific view of religion, babies, medicine and hippies.
Some of it's outrageous but it's tempered by Tim's infectious stage persona which is at times almost apologetic yet impish. I fully recommend anybody who's ever laughed to check this man out and this is a good a place as any to start.
Some of it's outrageous but it's tempered by Tim's infectious stage persona which is at times almost apologetic yet impish. I fully recommend anybody who's ever laughed to check this man out and this is a good a place as any to start.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Very happy with this. In my opinion, not as good overall as a show as the first DVD, but well worth buying as it's still a very good DVD. Includes the brilliant beat-poem Storm and many more. You get your moneys-worth with a decent-length show and can watch it over and over again as it's not just a comedy show, also a brilliant music show.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This live DVD had the whole family in total agreement - he is awesome. So funny that it was almost painful, with lots of strange observations, he is also a first class musician, as anyone who saw him hold his own with Jamie Cullum on Jonathan Ross would agree. Looking forward to seeing him live.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By ck
Format:DVD
Amazing show. Anyone who knows Tim Minchin knows what a genius he is, and this concert demonstrates his talent beautifully. If you like irreverent, intelligent humor, coupled with mad piano playing, you will love this. Buy it. Now. Right now.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Salix
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
There is little point in sitting down to enjoy this if you are upset by colourful language but if you looking for an inventive, thought provoking and deeply intelligent young man then look no further, you have found him. He makes you laugh and he makes you think. Musically he is stunning and I defy anyone not to shed a small tear at "White Wine in the Sun" especially at this time of year.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simply the funniest DVD that I have ever seen
Everyone has their favourite stand up comedian, but Tim Minchin on this DVD shows himself to be a serious contender. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Blackdog
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this!!!
I really enjoyed this DVD even though it is abit old. I thought it was really good that inside the panflet there were all the lyrics aswell as the accompanying chords to go with... Read more
Published 3 months ago by the hitcher
5.0 out of 5 stars
hilarious and meaningful songs,a must buy
i like 90%+ of people with a sense of humour find this man funny,and how even one person can give him a 1 or 2 star is beyond me. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr. R. G. Redmond
5.0 out of 5 stars
surprise discovery
discovered by chance due to tv,throughly enjoyed and would recommend to anyone barring my MUM and the church ladies church guild
Published 5 months ago by moonbeam
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tim Minchin Ready for This
Tim Minchin D.V.D. Very quick and excellent service. Product as required and expected Would use this service again if necessary
Published 6 months ago by Tony
5.0 out of 5 stars
careful who is in the room!
I enjoyed this dvd but I would be very careful who is in the room when I show it again. I was going to put an age limit on this, but I would even be embarrassed if my 18yr... Read more
Published 6 months ago by happy customer
5.0 out of 5 stars
What a star!
I have only recently discovered Tim and find he is "ab fab". The DVD is excellent, good fun, laugh out loud and can be watched alongside teenage son.
Published 6 months ago by Jane Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hilarity ensues
My family love comedians, particularly Tim Minchin, bought this as a present for them and they love it.
His mix of music and comedy is certainly different.
His mix of music and comedy is certainly different.
Published 7 months ago by vobeskhan
5.0 out of 5 stars
AWESOME
I just think he's brilliant. Properly talented, properly clever, with the highest level of logical intellect. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Miss A. G. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just Brilliant!
Not sure I need to add any more than that really.
Having only seen some clips previously, I was expecting a behind the piano type show but there was an equal amount of being... Read more
Having only seen some clips previously, I was expecting a behind the piano type show but there was an equal amount of being... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Aubrey
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