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  • Actors: Michael Ealy, Oded Fehr, Grant Heslov, Alex Nesic
  • Format: Anamorphic, Box set, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Tla Releasing
  • DVD Release Date: 18 Sep 2006
  • Run Time: 659 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000FGFTIC
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 8,784 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Synopsis
Set in post-9/11 America, SLEEPER CELL is a Showtime series that capitalises on the country's fear and paranoia about terrorist organisations. Michael Ealy stars as Darwyn, an F.B.I. agent who has managed to infiltrate an Islamic terrorist cell in Los Angeles. Introduced to the group by leader Farik (Oded Fehr), Darwyn learns of their plans to attack Los Angeles, and faces some tough challenges as the time for the group to carry out the mission approaches. SLEEPER CELL is a brave piece of programming that resembles Fox's 24 in both its theme and its frantic pace.

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars High quality, thought provoking drama., 16 April 2007
By Mr. D. Bell "Dan Bell" (Northampton, England) - See all my reviews
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Sleeper cell is a dramatic and tense series telling the story from inside a terrorist cell, rather than the usual angle of viewing solely through the eyes of the police.

The plot is simple; terrorists plan to cause death and destruction at various locations in the US. Within the cell is an undercover police officer who is trying to gain the trust of the terrorists and pass on as much information as possible to prevent the attacks from taking place.

With a simple plot the series relies on its characters to drive it forwards and this is where sleeper cell excels. Instead of the gung-ho dramatics of, for example 24, there are very few action set pieces. When they happen they are very well done and are over quickly, rather than an endless set of ridiculous explosions and unbelievable stunt work. Characters are well rounded and believable and portrayed excellently by the cast.

As there is so little plot, the information on the attack that is given, arrives very slowly but each piece provides a significant contribution to the eventual conclusion. To say too much may spoil the ending as the targets are not known until towards the end of the penultimate episode. The final episode is genuinely one of the most tense and thrilling climaxes I have seen on film.

The religious side of the series is very cleverly written. With the terrorists being Muslim they are fast becoming easy scapegoats when writing villains in American drama shows. For example, the latest series of 24 is again using Muslims as its main villains. Sleeper cell challenges these stereotypical views and we learn more about why they are driven to such appalling acts of terrorism. I don't believe this review section is the place to debate the rights and wrongs of religion but nevertheless I will say that there are some very challenging and thought provoking scenes throughout the series.

Sleeper cell takes you on an emotional journey which starts slowly and builds to a thrilling climax. I am a huge fan of 24 but to compare it to sleeper cell is wrong as they are vastly different shows. This is slower and more methodical compared to the break-neck pace of 24. Sleeper cell is thought provoking, challenging and at times genuinely shocking. Definitely a first class drama series.
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31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great series. Better than any 24., 13 Jun 2006
I watched this serialised weekly and couldn't wait for each new instalment. I also watch 24 but this is more believable.

Post 9/11 you expect American series to be gung-ho and over the top but full credit to the director on this one for keeping it in check. It's about an islamic terrorist sleeper cell set in the USA and how the tightly knit and controlled group go about trying to, and I don't want to spoil the plot too much here, terrorise the US basically. An FBI Agent (Darwin) is sent under cover to infiltrate the group and foil the plot but as you would expect he faces danger daily of being exposed.

The series portrays a chilling insight into how a modern day global terrorist cell could operate quietly underground. It's not continuous action but any is edge of the seat stuff, the characters are well formed, the dialogue is good and the plot is believable. Like I say, if you like 24 then you will love this.
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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars To close to real life, 17 Sep 2006
By Mr. J. M. Love (Derby, UK) - See all my reviews
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Having watched the series from start to end I was surprised at the 15 guidline, 18 would be more appropraite to be honest. I was not a fan of 24, could not bring myself to watch it, was just too boring for me. But Sleeper Cell was just great, far more believable and at times, although it is "fictional", was difficult to distinguish from what really goes on out there. The final episode could have been better, otherwise brilliant. If you're not easily offended and enjoyed 24 then there's no doubt that you will enjoy this.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Events and characters occasionally jar
A Sleeper Cell sleeps until it is activated; this is a story about an active cell. I suppose a story about a Sleeper Cell would have been rather dull and calling the series Active... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Stephen B. Peddie

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Show, But Why No Subtitles?
If I were reviewing the show itself, I would give this 4 or 5 stars. However, what disappointed me was the absence of subtitles on this release of the show. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Hodroulis

4.0 out of 5 stars A really good ground-breaker !
I thought this series was really quite good, a good pace set from start to finish,convincing acting with actors you grew to love or hate depending on their respective characters;... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Inmi Opinion

4.0 out of 5 stars Has an edge to it...
Sleeper Cell Season 1 is very good. It is more realistic and smarter than your average "terrorist" drama/event programme. Read more
Published 23 months ago by WM

2.0 out of 5 stars Not better than 24.
Well okay,
Sleeper Cell is alright, it has a good plot which is sustained throughout each episode. Read more
Published on 11 Nov 2006 by Robert Appleby

3.0 out of 5 stars Worth Watching Once
I'd say it's better than 24 but I would only watch it once. The plot is good and everyone acts very well. My favourite part was the 2 hour finale.... Read more
Published on 8 Oct 2006 by Sara

4.0 out of 5 stars Smarter than most
So, you saw 24, you saw [spooks], and you saw United 93, and if your a Muslim or want something more intelligent its quite possible you aren't to pleased with them. Read more
Published on 17 Sep 2006 by Sam Anders

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