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Pop Idol - A Star Is Born [DVD] [2002]

DVD ~ Ant McPartlin
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Ant McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Simon Cowell, Nicki Chapman, Neil Fox
  • Directors: Jonathan Bullen
  • Writers: Simon Fuller
  • Producers: Claire Horton, Claire Howell, Jamie Sutcliffe, Jo Brock, Ken Warwick
  • Format: Full Screen, PAL
  • Language English
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: Exempt
  • Studio: Warner Vision International
  • DVD Release Date: 22 April 2002
  • Run Time: 159 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000065C0M
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 46,503 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Amazon.co.uk Review

For all those of us who spent months debating the Will versus Gareth battle, Pop Idol: A Star is Born is the ideal fix of cheesy Pop Idol action for anyone missing their weekend dose. While those fascinated by the dubious talents at the audition stage will love the Pop Idol: Raw Talent! video, A Star is Born starts from the point where the contest was between 10 finalists, ending with Will's triumphant victory.

This video is basically a compilation of performances from the show, which also includes Ant and Dec presenting the wannabes, and although you can't help but love those cheeky Newcastle lads, their introductions become annoyingly repetitive. There are no new stories or additional behind-the-scenes footage here: it's principally about the performances, which were the main reason we tuned in so addictively. Highlights include Will's performance of "Light My Fire" and Hayley's "That Old Devil Called Love". It is fascinating to see Will, the dark horse at the start of the competition, slowly begin to shine in a triumph of flexibility and consistency. Against the patchy performances of some of the others, it's easy to see why Will and Gareth made it to the final two. The contest both united and divided the country but any fan of the series will find plenty of their favourite moments here.--Rachel Ediss



Special Features

4:3 Full Frame
DVD 9
English
Region 2
Linear PCM Stereo English
Linear PCM Stereo
19 Extra Performances
Wills Audition
All Of Wills Songs
All Of Gareths Songs
Gareths Audition
Theme Selection
English
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The antidote to those Saturday night withdrawal symptoms, 12 Mar 2002
By A Customer
This review is from: Pop Idol -- A Star is Born [VHS] (VHS Tape)
Pop Idol - a star is born tracks the series through the final ten heats to that unforgettable, nail-biting, record-breaking final. This video is a must have for both pop idol fanatics and people who just got caught up in the hype of it all. It shows us Will and Gareth's performance's from every round, including Will's untouchable rendition of 'Ain't no Sunshine' and Gareth's spine-tingling version of Yesterday. As well as all this we are treated to the best of the rest with at least one track from all the finalists. The highlight of the video though is undoubtedly what was considered by most the best show of the series - the Big Band Show. From which we are spoilt with every performance. As well as the music there's the best of the judges comments, from the scathing to the praising, and the lovable Geordie pair of Ant and Dec get their fair share of screen time too. Even Simon Cowell couldn't doubt the quality of this! Brilliant!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Pop Idol, A Star Is Born is a great buy!!!, 14 Mar 2002
By A Customer
This review is from: Pop Idol -- A Star is Born [VHS] (VHS Tape)
Pop Idol, A star is born, is a chance to relive some of the fantastic performances in the final ten weeks of the tv show that has gripped the nation. See Will, Gareth, Darius, Zoe and the rest of the pop idols perform infront of live audiences and listen to the judges' comments, good or bad. Watch hilarious sketches by the geordie duo, Ant and Dec - the one following Pete and Simon's fallout and Dec's ridiculously funny impression of Simon in his high wasted trousers.This video may help fill the gap that has been left since the programme finished and is a great buy for Pop Idol fans nationwide.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect collection of the best performances on Pop Idol, 14 Mar 2002
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This review is from: Pop Idol -- A Star is Born [VHS] (VHS Tape)
I bought this video the day it came out expecting it to be the follow up to the first Pop idol vhs but found out that instead it takes off from the first show. Alittle disapointed about this fact i continued to watch the video but by the end it sat proudly with my collection. The VHS features every performance by Will and Gareth making their fans VERY happy but also concentrates on the other final 8 choosing some of their high lighted performances from the show. If like me you were unhealthily addicted to the show then you NEED this video just so you can re-live the moments that made Pop Idol such a phenomenom.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars very entertaining
this video is very entertaining, it was a journey from the final ten to to the remaining two. i thought this video was very good and it had a good choice of songs. Read more
Published on 21 April 2002

4.0 out of 5 stars not what i hoped
I have watched Pop Idol from the beginning and have been obsessed, particularly Will Young. When i saw this video i thought it would mainly be focusing on him, not so. Read more
Published on 11 April 2002 by doyahoy@hotmail.com

5.0 out of 5 stars This video is brilliant.
IT is well worth the money, there is nine songs each from Gareth adn Will and two or three by the rest of the final 10. Read more
Published on 9 April 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for all Pop Idol fans!!!
This video is brilliant it shows all of the performances through the final 10 by Gareth and Will. This video isnt any good if you have recorded Pop Idol but if not and you want... Read more
Published on 8 April 2002 by KH Harris

5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute "must have"
This video is a fantastic reminder of the Pop Idol phenomenon we all watched and became enthralled with. Read more
Published on 8 April 2002 by morannon6@aol.com

4.0 out of 5 stars A very good all rounder for Pop Idol lovers
I really enjoyed this video as you are able to watch the performances from round one of the final ten contestants. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Pop Idol AddictsThis Is A Must!
This video gives you a chance to recap those unforgettable performances from gareth and will! And not forgetting Zoe's unbelievable performance with the big band. Read more
Published on 22 Mar 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars The answer to Pop Idol/Will Young/Gareth withdrawal symptoms
All Will and Gareth's songs in one place. You can't get them anywhere else. Includes Will's 'Light My Fire' and 'Ain't No Sunshine'. Read more
Published on 15 Mar 2002

4.0 out of 5 stars A great buy a must have for all pop idol fanns
Oh no not another Pop Idol video i hear you cry. Well yes it is actually. it features performances from the top ten finalists and clips from the final. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2002

4.0 out of 5 stars Good video but more Will please!
A great video as It has alot of the performances from the final ten included.I was slightly dissapointed that the Gareth and Will coverage is fairly equal as by reading the back... Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2002

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