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  • Actors: Morgan Freeman, Michael Wincott, Monica Potter, Dylan Baker, Mika Boorem
  • Directors: Lee Tamahori
  • Writers: James Patterson, Marc Moss
  • Producers: Morgan Freeman, David Brown, Joe Wizan, Marty Hornstein
  • Format: Anamorphic, Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English, Russian
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Paramount Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 5 Nov 2001
  • Run Time: 98 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000059L9D
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 12,162 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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After an obligatory prologue in which its detective hero suffers a tragic professional setback, Along Came a Spider (based on the James Patterson novel) sets about its business of luring the viewer into its nefarious plot, relying on the magician's technique of misdirection to reveal a double-whammy surprise. The clever, late-coming plot twist is a bit too mechanical but effectively unexpected, making this a satisfying prequel to the hit thriller Kiss the Girls--based on the first) of Patterson's Alex Cross detective novels--and a welcomed addition to a promising movie franchise. It's no better or worse than a good vintage episode of Peter Falk's Columbo, adhering closely to the mystery-thriller's time-honoured traditions, but with Morgan Freeman settling comfortably into his role as seasoned sleuth Alex Cross, familiar formula is given fresh vitality. When a senator's daughter is kidnapped from her high-security private school, the kidnapper (nicely played by the underrated Michael Wincott) draws Cross into the case, knowing that the psychologist-detective's involvement will bring high-profile publicity. Cross partners with the Secret Service agent (Monica Potter) who botched her assignment, but wait... the movie's got a rabbit in its hat and that rabbit has an ace up its sleeve. Director Lee Tamahori (who brought similar intensity to The Edge) handles the sleight-of-hand with slick precision, dispensing just enough information to keep the viewer off guard without resorting to cheap manipulation. Don't look for much depth of character here, but Along Came a Spider is well served by everyone involved. It's the movie equivalent of a bestseller you'd impulsively buy at the grocery-store checkout, and on those terms it succeeds. --Jeff Shannon, Amazon.com

DVD Description

DVD Special Features:

Making of Along Came A Spider
Theatrical Trailer
English Dolby Digital 5.1
Spanish Dolby Digital 5.0
Subtitles: English for the hearing impaired, English, Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish
Anamorphic Widescreen 2.35:1

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Along came a brilliant film., 4 Aug 2001
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Along came a spider is a film that you will not forget in a hurry. It's packed with suspense, action and superb acting, with Morgan Freeman truely showing just why he is one of the greats. Agreeably, once you have seen the film, the ending is not hard to forget and does spoil it if you want to see the film again, but believe me once you have seen it ,you will just want to see it again and again and again!!!Truely brilliant.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything a thriller should be., 4 Nov 2001
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Wow. This has to be one of the greatest thrillers ever, for a simple reason: It actually keeps you thrilled. Morgan Freeman gives a great performance here, and you actually believe him whilst he's acting.
The story is about a senator's daughter who is kidnapped, and Det. Alex Cross is on the team to find her. Sounds simple, but the things that happen along the way make this an essential DVD to have in your collection.
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Don't bother if you've read the book, 9 Jan 2006
After reading the James Patterson book and loving it, I couldn't wait to see the film. I was extremely disappointed with the film and wished I didn't bother. It follows the plot of the book, very loosely, but they have also changed the plot quite a lot. At first I thought maybe they couldn't keep exactly to the book, but then I watched Kiss The Girls, and that is exactly the same as the book. My boyfriend watched the film, and he didn't enjoy it at all, said it was too jumpy and didn't make much sense, he hasn't read the book.

So if you are a James Patterson fan, and enjoyed the book as much as I did, don't bother with this film.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Along Came a Spider
This purchase was never delivered. I sent emails to the supplier and they never responded! Amazon needs to take them off as a supplier! They take the money and run!
Published 6 months ago by Paul D. Simmonds

5.0 out of 5 stars After Kiss The Girls, you MUST see this one!
After Kiss The Girls, this is the one to watch. Morgan Freeman and Michael Wincott keep the pace going throughout this suberb thriller. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Linsi Sanders

1.0 out of 5 stars Another slap dash film of a book.
When the incredible writer of Kiss The Girls and Along Came a Spider troubles to put pen to paper you would think they would make a better film than this. Read more
Published 7 months ago by D. Newstead

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb
This product came in excellent condition and the film keeps you right on the edge of your seat, Morgan Freeman is at his best in this thriller, really brilliant film.
Published 8 months ago by Mr. John M. Newton

2.0 out of 5 stars Nothing like the book
After reading along came a spider I though I'd invest in the film. Not one of my best buys. Although the film itself is good, this is nothing like the book and is therefore a bit... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Hayley Jackson

5.0 out of 5 stars Maybe slightly too simple
The film is rather simple but it works. And it works not because of the kidnapping of the child. Not because of the pathos that comes along with such a case all the time, every... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Jacques COULARDEAU

5.0 out of 5 stars DON'T PUT THE KETTLE ON
Had me gripped from start to finish. James Patterson, the author, has written several Alex Cross stories and only one other (Kiss the girls) has been made into a film as far as i... Read more
Published on 19 Sep 2007 by Nevs

1.0 out of 5 stars Great if you haven't read the book
Firstly, this is not a bad film in and of itself. Morgan Freeman makes a great Alex Cross and the story is quite interesting. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2007 by Christopher Withers

4.0 out of 5 stars Twists and turns from start to finish.
Alex Cross (Morgan Freeman) locks himself away after the death of his partner for which he blames himself, until he is "invited" to solve another case by the guilty party no less... Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2007 by Inmi Opinion

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely twists.
Not one for TV or movies much, our son suggested we, (especially me, as I've written a few twisty-ending thrillers in me time!), watch this. Read more
Published on 21 Aug 2006 by Alan Burridge

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