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sweeping epic
Based on Danielle Steel's bestseller, NO GREATER LOVE is a dramatic, often heart rending story of those left behind after the tragic sinking of the Titanic.

Edwina Winfield (Kelly Rutherford), the eldest daughter of a wealthy newspaper dynasty, is travelling home on the Titanic with her family and her fiancee.

The Winfields toast her engagement and the sixth birthday of her sister Alexis. But fate deals Edwina a horrible blow when her parents and fiancee go down with the ship.

Edwina tries to re-build her life and the lives of her younger siblings, while Alexis turns against the family and becomes a teenage delinquint.

For 12 years Edwina puts her romantic life on hold, while she raises her siblings, but on a trip across the Atlantic to rescue a wayward Alexis, she discovers she cannot keep romance at bay, and has an affair with a dashing Englishman, Patrick (Simon MacCorkindale). When Alexis is found, Edwina returns home to marry theatrical producer Sam Horowitz (Chris Sarandon).

At last, Edwina is free from the ghosts of that fateful night on the Titanic.

Romantic, dramatic and very well played out, NO GREATER LOVE is one of the best Danielle Steel movies ever made.

A wonderful movie
I really enjoy this movie, I watch it quite often, as I am a devoted Titanic fan. What I especially enjoy about this movie is the after math of the Tragedy, It shows how Edwina and her siblings cope after such a terrible disaster, and they all finally find the happiness they're so deserving of. I find this movie to be a refreshing change from my other Titanic movies, I view them all very often. One thing I would like to say, is Kelly Rutherford, Looks so much like a Harrison Fisher Lady,She is a very talented actress.If you read the book I believe you will enjoy this movie very much.

Very touching and entertaining film
I've seen this film a couple of times and I really enjoy it. The story is great and easy to follow, as most of Danielle Steel films are. Kelly Rutherford (those who are Melrose Place buffs know that she plays Megan Lewis, Michael's ex)is so great that she really takes care of her brother and sisters when her parents died on that Titanic disaster and sacrifices her life. This story really portrays LOVE, CARING, and UNSELFISNESS towards other people's happiness. This is a must-see film for people of all ages. ... Read more

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This summer, fasten your seatbelts for the ultimate rollercoaster! Packed with cutting-edge special effects, state-of-the-art gore and enough scares to send your heartbeat into overdrive, Final Destination 2 is a killer sequel to the smash-hit original. ... Read more

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A purposely trashy thriller
While Final Destination 2 follows the plot of it's predecessor, the similarities between the films stops there. The teen-melodrama and too good looking for their own good young stars are replaced (for the most part) with well orchestrated accident scenes and some very nice gore effects. It all starts when Kimberly (A.J. Cook) has a premonition of a huge multi-car pile up and inadvertantly saves herself and a few others. And then one by one, death comes calling with some over the top computer assisted and well orchestrated grisly deaths. Ali Larter reprises her role from the first film as Clear Rivers, and Tony Todd returns in his cameo role as well. Director David Ellis has crafted a purposely cheesy, trashy, and fun horror film that both outshines and pales in comparison to the original; and while it is very graphic and grisly for a mainstream horror film, it is never too mean spirited. The Infinifilm DVD is another fine piece of product from New Line (although I personally like the Platinum Series of DVD's more), and the Bits & Pieces featurette provides enough ample entertainment for horror afficiandos.

Death By Design
The first Final Destination film turned out better than I thought it was going be. After a friend recommended the DVD to me, it ended up being a really good teen horror flick with a twist. The usual carnage, sex, and contrived premise was gone. In its place was a likeable cast, clever set ups, and just the right amount of gore...without someone running around in a mask. That said, my hopes for FD 2 were raised. In the end, the sequel is solid, but it still didn't have quite the same zip of the original.

The sequel picks up a year after the events of FD. Kimberly Corman (A.J. Cook) and her friends head out on a fun road trip. While on the highway, Kim senses that something ominous is about to happen. However, due to a series of strange events, she and a select group of motorists are spared a tragic end in a multi-car accident. Or are they? With help from Clear (Ali Larter, the sole survivor of FD), Thomas Burke (Michael Landes),
and Mr. Bludworth (Tony Todd), Kim tries to beat death itself and change its sinister plans.

Directed by David R. Ellis, FD 2, has more clever ways for folks to meet their end. As with most horror sequels, the gross out factor is turned up a few notches here, and while I enjoyed the arc for Larter's character, with the gimmick exposed, the premise isn't as "new" The script by a whole new writing team, has its ups and downs, but basicly follows the outline of the original. Some characters are 3 demensional, while others are not. I know it's not shakespeare. But the chemistry of script and casting is important for this film sequel, with only 2 actors from the first flick present, its even more important.

As part of New Line's Infinifilm DVD product line, FD 2 is packed with some good bonus material, that compensates some of film's troubles. The extras can be accessed the usual way-or in the Infinifilm mode while you watch the film-in bits and pieces. The filmmakers, Ellis, producer Craig Perry, and writers Eric Bress, and J. Mackye Gruber is ok. The deleted/alternate scenes are meaty, but don't really add much to the final version. They can be watched with or wthout commentary. The documentary Bringing Death To Life, takes a look at the film's stunts, special effects, and make-up secrets. Trailers, music videos, and screen tests are here as well. Going beyond the film is a fact track and 2 featurettes. The Terror Gauge looks at how the mind and body react to watching a horror film; Cheating Death-Beyond And Back examines the near death phenomenom (That's really great). Rounding out the extras is some DVD-ROM content: script-to-screen, games, wallpapers, and links to internet websites. Viewers can watch the film in either, the widescreen, or fullscreen format

Despite my issues with the film, FD 2 is solid enough, along with some fine extras, to recommend on disc. But don't forget the original is out there as well. *** and half stars

Not your standard teen slasher
From an orchestrated car pile-up that puts just about any action movies of the last 4 years to shame to an increasingly creative and surprising casualty list, Final Destination 2 just plain outdistances the genre's competiton.

FD2 is not blessed with a decent plot that does not see our clavacade of victims simply run upstairs to be slaughtered by axe or chainsaw. Instead, viewers will find themselves gasping at the different, and in some cases, highly unorthodox manner death is visited upon the characters.

Although it's never going to be a film classic, FD2 has carved out a niche as a very creative, well above-par horror/suspense movie that plays by no rules but it's own. 5 stars for being just what it is--a scary movie.

Whata Ride!!!
This was an absolutley original and breathtaking horror/sci-fi film to watch. It featured some of the best visual and special effects as well as some amazing choreographed stunts. In my view this was a great movie due to its overwhelming originally and script. The horrific opening pileup sequence is so well shot and will leave you with your pulse racing and your mouth on the floor, literally. The movie, although not nearly as dark and sinister as the first film goes much more deeper and more detailed on all of its elaborate death scenes. The originally factor is shown by three different elements. First and foremost, the fact that the entire movie was filmed w/ out the use of night. It goes to show that you do not need darkness to set the eerie tone of a horror movie. Second, this is the fist teen horror film that doesn't resort to using just teens. In the beginning of the film when we were introduced to the four teens going on a road trip, I was reluctant to want to sit through a complete re-run of the first film. It was nice to have a little mix of the age groups in this film. Thirdly, the movie featured some never before heard of actors, which in this case the script, and horrific death sequences were the real stars. All and all, this was a very unpredicatable and fun film to watch. The DVD features the infinifilm featurette , which contains the making of, and some more interactive menu options, My recomendation, GET IT AS FAST AS YOU CAN BEFORE YOUR TIME RUNS OUT!!!!!

FINAL DESTINATION 2
THIS IS MY 3RD FAV.MOVIE. I LOVED IT.IT WAS MUCH BETTER THAN THE FIRST AND MUCH MORE ORIGINAL. THE DEATH SCENES R MUCH MORE ELABERITE AND MORE BLOODY. IT ALSO HAS A SINCE OF HUMOR. AND ITS GOT 1 OF THE BEST DVD COVERS I HAVE EVER SEEN. ... Read more

Amazon.com

Frankie (Ione Skye) is looking for a man "with the soul of a poet and eyes like Frank Sinatra."Her world is black and white--literally in this film--until the blue eyes of David (Mackenzie Astin) enter the café where she works with her uncle and cousin. But Frankie's about to leave San Francisco for L.A. with her best friend, Allison (Jennifer Aniston), where they'll both become actresses. Time is running out for Frankie to convince David that she's the love of his life.

Unfortunately for Frankie, and this film, the lackluster plot and trite characters don't give her much to work with. The dialogue is atrocious (Frankie says, with complete sincerity, "I'm going to circumnavigate his soul until he's anchored on all sides by my love"), and her character is so utterly spoiled and obnoxious you can't understand what David--or her friends--see in her. What makes the film all the more disappointing is the promising cast. Jennifer Aniston is underused, and Michael Landes does the best he can with his clichéd role as a gay man who desperately wants to come out to his father but can't work up the courage. Dream for an Insomniac tries too hard to be the kind of hip '90s love story that films such as Walking and Talking and Naked in New York succeed in being. --Jenny Brown ... Read more

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A Romantic Surprise
This movie definitely caught me by surprise! At first glance, it seems to be another comedic no-brainer about twenty-somethings doing nothing all day in a coffee shop and complaining about it. Instead, the viewer is kept on her toes with the quickly delivered quotes from classic authors, rock legends, and familiar actors - all concerning love and its mysterious effects and twists. Mackenzie Astin is an immediately likable character and very boy-next-door. He seems an unlikely match for Ione Skye, who is an ironic mix of cynic, romantic, and dreamer. Her occasional original sayings and quips are not only food for thought, but executed perfectly.They are what makes the movie. Somewhat predictable, and most likely a "chick-flick", the movies is still not your typical romantic comedy. It gives the reader something to think about without getting bogged down in needless melodrama or caught up in competing with itself for witty one-liners. Something for the hopeful romantic (and insomniac!) in us all.

Words To Live By
... After seeing it on HBO in 1999, I bought it immediately. The film may not be as realistic as some other[s] had hoped, but why should it be? It's a modern version of an old fashioned love story...something I'd like to see more of. Skye and Astin make a wonderful pair. From the moment Frankie and David's eyes meet, it's instant chemistry. Frankie's philosophy really spoke to me...I have a few of her quotes posted here and there to remind me to "never settle for anything less than what we deserve". I have made "Dream" addicts of my friends and a few co-workers as well... every person that I've introduced this movie to has purchased it. I was thrilled to see it come out on DVD for my VHS copy had become quite worn out!

I think of you night and day¿
"Anything less than extraordinary is a waste of my time." ~Frankie

From the surprising subtle intensity of the black-and-white opening to the casual softness of the ending, this movie is a masterpiece. There is an immediate sense of familiarity and if you love being absorbed into a character's world, Frankie will take you into her mind.

Frankie (Ione Skye) has a longing for the poetic life. While working in a San Francisco café, she bides her time until she can pursue her acting career in Los Angeles. I was amazed at how interesting a movie can be when most of the scenes are filmed in the coffee shop or Frankie's bedroom. The set is beautiful, but the script takes center stage and at times it can be rather mesmerizing.

Frankie's best-friend-acting-pal Jennifer Aniston adds an adorable sensitivity and there is a scene where she is comforting Frankie that adds warmth to their friendship. If you like "Friends," I can almost guarantee you will love the "close circle" in this movie. The character development shows a deep understanding of human interaction and the meeting of the minds is intriguing to say the least. The various elements of the soundtrack, including Frank Sinatra's music could not be more perfect. The music blends scenes perfectly all while creating a subtle intimacy.

Up until the time Frankie and Sir David (Mackenzie Astin) meet, the entire film is without color. I didn't even notice the lack of color at first, but suddenly you see David's blue eyes. This was quite intuitive as when you fall "in love" the entire world seems more colorful and the world literally sparkles with life. They take this element of the blue eyes and weave it through the movie in various ways. This movie has two of the most romantic/caring scenes I've ever seen.

There are quite a few laughs and listening to Ione Skye say just about anything might be audible bliss. That thing she does with her right eyebrow is kinda sexy. She quotes Aristotle, recognizes quotes by Tennyson and can whip out quotes in an enviable fashion. She also loves a challenge.

Once Frankie and David realize they share a love for writing they develop an instant connection and the chemistry is definitely working in this movie. It goes beyond casual infatuation to something akin to a deep mind connection with the added benefit of passion.

I love the physical comedy as much as the surprisingly witty script. When playing Scrabble, Frankie says: "David, you better hide your letters, I tend to glance." Just the way her body moves inspires a sly smile or laugh. When David and Frankie walk on the beach, David says Frankie is living in a dream world and she says: "Don't I wish."

You could lose sleep yourself because you might want to keep watching this movie night after night. I became a bit addicted to the way this movie reveals new elements on each viewing. You might also want to get a few doughnuts and a cup of coffee before you watch this movie. Otherwise, those doughnuts on the counter will make you rather hungry.

After watching this movie, I went out and bought something pink and had my hair dyed darker. Now, if only I had a photographic mind. I collect quotes, but spinning them off the way Frankie does is sheer fantasy.

"Dream for an Insomniac" is steeped in intellectual romance and the dreamy script is at times rather sexy.

~TheRebeccaReview.com

You'll either love or hate it.
The whole film centers around Frankie (Ione Skye), who's a hopeless romantic living in her own little dream world - the 1940's or '50's - while the rest of the world goes on in the new millennium . She likes to quote famous people who once said something deep or wise to prove she's like them somehow. She has a sleeping problem, which actually has little to do with the movie other than symbolism (suggesting that's she's different because she doesn't dream due to chronic insomnia). She's looking for the love of her life, but almost nobody measures up to her unusual standards. Until one day...

If you find Frankie to be cute and endearing, you'll want her to be happy by finding true love with somebody that will put up with her quirkiness. If you find her to be boring or annoying, you'll simply want her to go away. Guess my choice?

What a stinker!
A previous reviewer summed it up EXACTLY:

"This movie seems to want to be very artsy and intellectual, but really isn't. Ione Skye's (Frankie)character is frankly unlikeable, she is a self involved bore who seems to be living on another planet ..."

The only thing more boring than her are her loser friends. I fell asleep. ... Read more

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Moral heroism takes real courage, too!
Don't let a negative review discourage you from seeing this powerful made-for-TV drama. True, you won't see action-packed scenes of Ghetto uprisings or death-camp liberations. The courage demonstrated in this film is of the quieter, clandestine kind, but it is no less heroic! "Mamushka" is the story of Mickey, a little Jewish boy. His Polish (Ukrainian?) nanny, Gertruda, refuses to abandon her adoptive family when the Germans invade Poland. Educated and fluent in six languages, she accompanies the refugees to Russian-occupied Lithuania, and helps them survive. When the Holocaust overtakes Vilnius, Gertruda promises the dying mother she will raise Mickey as her own son. "You must call me 'Mamushka' from now on," she cautions the child, "and you must never let anyone see you naked. Jewish boys are different from other little boys." Mamushka makes a living translating German documents, and takes Mickey to daily Mass. But they endure the terror of SS troops storming their neighborhood. "What do you know about Jews?" a Nazi barks at Mickey while searching the apartment. Gertruda holds her breath. Wide-eyed with fear, the little boy whispers, "they're different..." Gertruda would risk her life many times during the next years, not only to save Mickey, but to smuggle food into the Ghetto. "Woman on a Bicycle" is the story of Rebecca, a young Frenchwoman. When her brother joins the Resistance, Rebecca becomes a messenger and smuggler. She is enlisted by her bishop to falsify documents for Jewish orphan children. Rebecca tries to conceal her dangerous work from her mother, until she rescues a Jewish couple who were injured making a desperate leap from a moving boxcar. Unquestioningly, her mother offers their home as a refuge. Both of these stories are true accounts of compassionate Catholics who risked death to save Jewish lives. In a time when even the Pope had sided with Hitler, these Christians had tremendous moral courage. Both Gertruda and Rebecca have been honored at the Holocaust Memorial in Israel. Please watch their inspiring stories; you'll remember them for a long time.

Don't buy it-- READ THIS REVIEW
This movie is really terrible-- and if your purpose is to really see what happened during the Holocaust, you certainly don't want this movie. It's a chick flick-- and a bad one at that. I was wanting something to show my kids what the Holocaust was really like and some of the things that happened in the death camps, etc. (...) If you want to see something pretty good and that's tamer than Schindler's List, get Devil's Arithmetic.

2women
I'd like to review it now,it's my first time

So Glad This Movie Is Now Available!
I am so happy that this video is available for purchase at this affordable price on Amazon! This is a wonderful double feature video. These stories are filled with awe inspiring courage, and devotion to the human spirit by two very courageous and endearing characters. I loved both stories, and truly enjoyed the performances. For those of you who enjoy World War II movies, this is a must have.

The subtitle tells it like it is
I was fortunate enought to purchase this video used. It is an inspiring story of how normal people can display courage in bad situations as opposed to the macho man with a gun type of heroism that Hollywood normally puts out. It reminds us that life can put us to the test and if we have loving hearts we to can be heros to someone. ... Read more

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guilty pleasures
I'm a big Sandra Bullock fan and I caught this movie on tv a while ago. I think several years had passed before I realized I could purchase the video from amazon and I was so happy to have found it again. Sometimes I find it very hard to explain why I like certain things like music and movies. This one boils down to a few things. One, the characters are 3D. Once in a while a character will be written too much in the extreme...like he or she will be too nice (hey we're all human). These guys aren't. They have their smooth rounded sides but also jagged edges to scrap themselves on. There is strength in their weaknesses. Two, the plot. There is one. That is always a plus. Plus, basically anything with SB is gonna be one of my favorite movies.

fair film about early 90s angst
A semi-indy style film mostly told in flashbacks. Sandra, before her days of stardom, plays a tomboy who openly displays affection to her gay housemate. Ray Dawn Chong acts better in some scenes than she does in others while Fisher Stevens plays a art house wicca who just wants everyone to get along. I liked Elizabeth Berridge in the film. She plays a very timid mild mannered LA girl who enjoys the company of her friends, sex, and parties. Her explosion into a fit of cussing at the end of the film was very convincing. Sandra just isnt meant to be a bad girl and the story does jolt to a stop in more than one scene. Still it had some humor and if you live and know people in LA, like I do, you'll find this film depicits life in LA fairly well.

full of drama
The cover here may look happy, but this is far from a happy movie. Don't fear, there is a somewhat happy ending, but it basically plays out like your average soap opera- back stabbing, betrayal, and all that jazz. It's one of those movies you watch more than once because all in all, it's a satisfying story. Best of all, it co-stars Sandra Bullock!

When the party is over, you talk about yours mistakes...
Good movie, I was happy to see Sandra Bullock with an attitude. The true story about your friend a the corner of the street, the up & down of comming out of college and in the Adult-life.

The only thing that bored me is the "Documentarie" look or all the "Flash-back" episodes. It is the story of a bunch of kids who speak up about there relashionship and how the have been throught that. They're all bad-mouthing every one and finaly realise that life is a B**ch... :) and when they talk about an event, well, you see it in "Flash-Back".

Rae Dawn Chong is great in the "Handy-Abused-Friend-who's-having sex-with-everybody" !

Cute...and truthful about the ups and downs of friendship
When the Party's Over is a movie that one in bad situations can releate to. Bullock gives one of her best performences in her early career. When the Party's Over is about roomates that thought there world was perfect. Until there party life settles down and they relize how truly screwed up they have made there lives. Funny, cute, romantic, a definite chick flick. If you liked Hope Floats or As Good as it Gets this one's for you! ... Read more

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This summer, fasten your seatbelts for the ultimate rollercoaster! Packed with cutting-edge special effects, state-of-the-art gore and enough scares to send your heartbeat into overdrive, Final Destination 2 is a killer sequel to the smash-hit original. ... Read more

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A purposely trashy thriller
While Final Destination 2 follows the plot of it's predecessor, the similarities between the films stops there. The teen-melodrama and too good looking for their own good young stars are replaced (for the most part) with well orchestrated accident scenes and some very nice gore effects. It all starts when Kimberly (A.J. Cook) has a premonition of a huge multi-car pile up and inadvertantly saves herself and a few others. And then one by one, death comes calling with some over the top computer assisted and well orchestrated grisly deaths. Ali Larter reprises her role from the first film as Clear Rivers, and Tony Todd returns in his cameo role as well. Director David Ellis has crafted a purposely cheesy, trashy, and fun horror film that both outshines and pales in comparison to the original; and while it is very graphic and grisly for a mainstream horror film, it is never too mean spirited. The Infinifilm DVD is another fine piece of product from New Line (although I personally like the Platinum Series of DVD's more), and the Bits & Pieces featurette provides enough ample entertainment for horror afficiandos.

Death By Design
The first Final Destination film turned out better than I thought it was going be. After a friend recommended the DVD to me, it ended up being a really good teen horror flick with a twist. The usual carnage, sex, and contrived premise was gone. In its place was a likeable cast, clever set ups, and just the right amount of gore...without someone running around in a mask. That said, my hopes for FD 2 were raised. In the end, the sequel is solid, but it still didn't have quite the same zip of the original.

The sequel picks up a year after the events of FD. Kimberly Corman (A.J. Cook) and her friends head out on a fun road trip. While on the highway, Kim senses that something ominous is about to happen. However, due to a series of strange events, she and a select group of motorists are spared a tragic end in a multi-car accident. Or are they? With help from Clear (Ali Larter, the sole survivor of FD), Thomas Burke (Michael Landes),
and Mr. Bludworth (Tony Todd), Kim tries to beat death itself and change its sinister plans.

Directed by David R. Ellis, FD 2, has more clever ways for folks to meet their end. As with most horror sequels, the gross out factor is turned up a few notches here, and while I enjoyed the arc for Larter's character, with the gimmick exposed, the premise isn't as "new" The script by a whole new writing team, has its ups and downs, but basicly follows the outline of the original. Some characters are 3 demensional, while others are not. I know it's not shakespeare. But the chemistry of script and casting is important for this film sequel, with only 2 actors from the first flick present, its even more important.

As part of New Line's Infinifilm DVD product line, FD 2 is packed with some good bonus material, that compensates some of film's troubles. The extras can be accessed the usual way-or in the Infinifilm mode while you watch the film-in bits and pieces. The filmmakers, Ellis, producer Craig Perry, and writers Eric Bress, and J. Mackye Gruber is ok. The deleted/alternate scenes are meaty, but don't really add much to the final version. They can be watched with or wthout commentary. The documentary Bringing Death To Life, takes a look at the film's stunts, special effects, and make-up secrets. Trailers, music videos, and screen tests are here as well. Going beyond the film is a fact track and 2 featurettes. The Terror Gauge looks at how the mind and body react to watching a horror film; Cheating Death-Beyond And Back examines the near death phenomenom (That's really great). Rounding out the extras is some DVD-ROM content: script-to-screen, games, wallpapers, and links to internet websites. Viewers can watch the film in either, the widescreen, or fullscreen format

Despite my issues with the film, FD 2 is solid enough, along with some fine extras, to recommend on disc. But don't forget the original is out there as well. *** and half stars

Not your standard teen slasher
From an orchestrated car pile-up that puts just about any action movies of the last 4 years to shame to an increasingly creative and surprising casualty list, Final Destination 2 just plain outdistances the genre's competiton.

FD2 is not blessed with a decent plot that does not see our clavacade of victims simply run upstairs to be slaughtered by axe or chainsaw. Instead, viewers will find themselves gasping at the different, and in some cases, highly unorthodox manner death is visited upon the characters.

Although it's never going to be a film classic, FD2 has carved out a niche as a very creative, well above-par horror/suspense movie that plays by no rules but it's own. 5 stars for being just what it is--a scary movie.

Whata Ride!!!
This was an absolutley original and breathtaking horror/sci-fi film to watch. It featured some of the best visual and special effects as well as some amazing choreographed stunts. In my view this was a great movie due to its overwhelming originally and script. The horrific opening pileup sequence is so well shot and will leave you with your pulse racing and your mouth on the floor, literally. The movie, although not nearly as dark and sinister as the first film goes much more deeper and more detailed on all of its elaborate death scenes. The originally factor is shown by three different elements. First and foremost, the fact that the entire movie was filmed w/ out the use of night. It goes to show that you do not need darkness to set the eerie tone of a horror movie. Second, this is the fist teen horror film that doesn't resort to using just teens. In the beginning of the film when we were introduced to the four teens going on a road trip, I was reluctant to want to sit through a complete re-run of the first film. It was nice to have a little mix of the age groups in this film. Thirdly, the movie featured some never before heard of actors, which in this case the script, and horrific death sequences were the real stars. All and all, this was a very unpredicatable and fun film to watch. The DVD features the infinifilm featurette , which contains the making of, and some more interactive menu options, My recomendation, GET IT AS FAST AS YOU CAN BEFORE YOUR TIME RUNS OUT!!!!!

FINAL DESTINATION 2
THIS IS MY 3RD FAV.MOVIE. I LOVED IT.IT WAS MUCH BETTER THAN THE FIRST AND MUCH MORE ORIGINAL. THE DEATH SCENES R MUCH MORE ELABERITE AND MORE BLOODY. IT ALSO HAS A SINCE OF HUMOR. AND ITS GOT 1 OF THE BEST DVD COVERS I HAVE EVER SEEN. ... Read more

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Sweet, entertaining romance with comedy.
The relationship of Michael Landes and Hedy Burress on screen was totally believable and absorbing. Great chemistry. The comic moments (and there were many) produced major laughs in our family room, but think of this film first and foremost as a beautiful story about two people falling in love. The romance and comedy is balanced by the mystery of the young man's past and why it has prevented him from developing a healthy relationship with any woman. We are set-up early on to assume we know the cause of this problem, only to be hit with a major surprise at the end. A nice evening's entertainment. My wife and I enjoyed it thoroughly.

A love story with a past
This movie is Great! If you love the classic love stories and some comedy and a little psychology then you will love this movie. I mean the movie is unusually good in its own way. It has the "old fashioned" love story with a twist. A young businessman falls for a beautiful zoologist. But the businessman can't confront his past-but when he does, you will be suprised! I almost fell of my chair. This movie kept me laughing all the way through it! It was one of those movies that you could watch over and over again and not get tired of it. ... Read more

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A Romantic Surprise
This movie definitely caught me by surprise! At first glance, it seems to be another comedic no-brainer about twenty-somethings doing nothing all day in a coffee shop and complaining about it. Instead, the viewer is kept on her toes with the quickly delivered quotes from classic authors, rock legends, and familiar actors - all concerning love and its mysterious effects and twists. Mackenzie Astin is an immediately likable character and very boy-next-door. He seems an unlikely match for Ione Skye, who is an ironic mix of cynic, romantic, and dreamer. Her occasional original sayings and quips are not only food for thought, but executed perfectly.They are what makes the movie. Somewhat predictable, and most likely a "chick-flick", the movies is still not your typical romantic comedy. It gives the reader something to think about without getting bogged down in needless melodrama or caught up in competing with itself for witty one-liners. Something for the hopeful romantic (and insomniac!) in us all.

Words To Live By
... After seeing it on HBO in 1999, I bought it immediately. The film may not be as realistic as some other[s] had hoped, but why should it be? It's a modern version of an old fashioned love story...something I'd like to see more of. Skye and Astin make a wonderful pair. From the moment Frankie and David's eyes meet, it's instant chemistry. Frankie's philosophy really spoke to me...I have a few of her quotes posted here and there to remind me to "never settle for anything less than what we deserve". I have made "Dream" addicts of my friends and a few co-workers as well... every person that I've introduced this movie to has purchased it. I was thrilled to see it come out on DVD for my VHS copy had become quite worn out!

I think of you night and day¿
"Anything less than extraordinary is a waste of my time." ~Frankie

From the surprising subtle intensity of the black-and-white opening to the casual softness of the ending, this movie is a masterpiece. There is an immediate sense of familiarity and if you love being absorbed into a character's world, Frankie will take you into her mind.

Frankie (Ione Skye) has a longing for the poetic life. While working in a San Francisco café, she bides her time until she can pursue her acting career in Los Angeles. I was amazed at how interesting a movie can be when most of the scenes are filmed in the coffee shop or Frankie's bedroom. The set is beautiful, but the script takes center stage and at times it can be rather mesmerizing.

Frankie's best-friend-acting-pal Jennifer Aniston adds an adorable sensitivity and there is a scene where she is comforting Frankie that adds warmth to their friendship. If you like "Friends," I can almost guarantee you will love the "close circle" in this movie. The character development shows a deep understanding of human interaction and the meeting of the minds is intriguing to say the least. The various elements of the soundtrack, including Frank Sinatra's music could not be more perfect. The music blends scenes perfectly all while creating a subtle intimacy.

Up until the time Frankie and Sir David (Mackenzie Astin) meet, the entire film is without color. I didn't even notice the lack of color at first, but suddenly you see David's blue eyes. This was quite intuitive as when you fall "in love" the entire world seems more colorful and the world literally sparkles with life. They take this element of the blue eyes and weave it through the movie in various ways. This movie has two of the most romantic/caring scenes I've ever seen.

There are quite a few laughs and listening to Ione Skye say just about anything might be audible bliss. That thing she does with her right eyebrow is kinda sexy. She quotes Aristotle, recognizes quotes by Tennyson and can whip out quotes in an enviable fashion. She also loves a challenge.

Once Frankie and David realize they share a love for writing they develop an instant connection and the chemistry is definitely working in this movie. It goes beyond casual infatuation to something akin to a deep mind connection with the added benefit of passion.

I love the physical comedy as much as the surprisingly witty script. When playing Scrabble, Frankie says: "David, you better hide your letters, I tend to glance." Just the way her body moves inspires a sly smile or laugh. When David and Frankie walk on the beach, David says Frankie is living in a dream world and she says: "Don't I wish."

You could lose sleep yourself because you might want to keep watching this movie night after night. I became a bit addicted to the way this movie reveals new elements on each viewing. You might also want to get a few doughnuts and a cup of coffee before you watch this movie. Otherwise, those doughnuts on the counter will make you rather hungry.

After watching this movie, I went out and bought something pink and had my hair dyed darker. Now, if only I had a photographic mind. I collect quotes, but spinning them off the way Frankie does is sheer fantasy.

"Dream for an Insomniac" is steeped in intellectual romance and the dreamy script is at times rather sexy.

~TheRebeccaReview.com

You'll either love or hate it.
The whole film centers around Frankie (Ione Skye), who's a hopeless romantic living in her own little dream world - the 1940's or '50's - while the rest of the world goes on in the new millennium . She likes to quote famous people who once said something deep or wise to prove she's like them somehow. She has a sleeping problem, which actually has little to do with the movie other than symbolism (suggesting that's she's different because she doesn't dream due to chronic insomnia). She's looking for the love of her life, but almost nobody measures up to her unusual standards. Until one day...

If you find Frankie to be cute and endearing, you'll want her to be happy by finding true love with somebody that will put up with her quirkiness. If you find her to be boring or annoying, you'll simply want her to go away. Guess my choice?

What a stinker!
A previous reviewer summed it up EXACTLY:

"This movie seems to want to be very artsy and intellectual, but really isn't. Ione Skye's (Frankie)character is frankly unlikeable, she is a self involved bore who seems to be living on another planet ..."

The only thing more boring than her are her loser friends. I fell asleep. ... Read more

Reviews (89)

A Romantic Surprise
This movie definitely caught me by surprise! At first glance, it seems to be another comedic no-brainer about twenty-somethings doing nothing all day in a coffee shop and complaining about it. Instead, the viewer is kept on her toes with the quickly delivered quotes from classic authors, rock legends, and familiar actors - all concerning love and its mysterious effects and twists. Mackenzie Astin is an immediately likable character and very boy-next-door. He seems an unlikely match for Ione Skye, who is an ironic mix of cynic, romantic, and dreamer. Her occasional original sayings and quips are not only food for thought, but executed perfectly.They are what makes the movie. Somewhat predictable, and most likely a "chick-flick", the movies is still not your typical romantic comedy. It gives the reader something to think about without getting bogged down in needless melodrama or caught up in competing with itself for witty one-liners. Something for the hopeful romantic (and insomniac!) in us all.

Words To Live By
... After seeing it on HBO in 1999, I bought it immediately. The film may not be as realistic as some other[s] had hoped, but why should it be? It's a modern version of an old fashioned love story...something I'd like to see more of. Skye and Astin make a wonderful pair. From the moment Frankie and David's eyes meet, it's instant chemistry. Frankie's philosophy really spoke to me...I have a few of her quotes posted here and there to remind me to "never settle for anything less than what we deserve". I have made "Dream" addicts of my friends and a few co-workers as well... every person that I've introduced this movie to has purchased it. I was thrilled to see it come out on DVD for my VHS copy had become quite worn out!

I think of you night and day¿
"Anything less than extraordinary is a waste of my time." ~Frankie

From the surprising subtle intensity of the black-and-white opening to the casual softness of the ending, this movie is a masterpiece. There is an immediate sense of familiarity and if you love being absorbed into a character's world, Frankie will take you into her mind.

Frankie (Ione Skye) has a longing for the poetic life. While working in a San Francisco café, she bides her time until she can pursue her acting career in Los Angeles. I was amazed at how interesting a movie can be when most of the scenes are filmed in the coffee shop or Frankie's bedroom. The set is beautiful, but the script takes center stage and at times it can be rather mesmerizing.

Frankie's best-friend-acting-pal Jennifer Aniston adds an adorable sensitivity and there is a scene where she is comforting Frankie that adds warmth to their friendship. If you like "Friends," I can almost guarantee you will love the "close circle" in this movie. The character development shows a deep understanding of human interaction and the meeting of the minds is intriguing to say the least. The various elements of the soundtrack, including Frank Sinatra's music could not be more perfect. The music blends scenes perfectly all while creating a subtle intimacy.

Up until the time Frankie and Sir David (Mackenzie Astin) meet, the entire film is without color. I didn't even notice the lack of color at first, but suddenly you see David's blue eyes. This was quite intuitive as when you fall "in love" the entire world seems more colorful and the world literally sparkles with life. They take this element of the blue eyes and weave it through the movie in various ways. This movie has two of the most romantic/caring scenes I've ever seen.

There are quite a few laughs and listening to Ione Skye say just about anything might be audible bliss. That thing she does with her right eyebrow is kinda sexy. She quotes Aristotle, recognizes quotes by Tennyson and can whip out quotes in an enviable fashion. She also loves a challenge.

Once Frankie and David realize they share a love for writing they develop an instant connection and the chemistry is definitely working in this movie. It goes beyond casual infatuation to something akin to a deep mind connection with the added benefit of passion.

I love the physical comedy as much as the surprisingly witty script. When playing Scrabble, Frankie says: "David, you better hide your letters, I tend to glance." Just the way her body moves inspires a sly smile or laugh. When David and Frankie walk on the beach, David says Frankie is living in a dream world and she says: "Don't I wish."

You could lose sleep yourself because you might want to keep watching this movie night after night. I became a bit addicted to the way this movie reveals new elements on each viewing. You might also want to get a few doughnuts and a cup of coffee before you watch this movie. Otherwise, those doughnuts on the counter will make you rather hungry.

After watching this movie, I went out and bought something pink and had my hair dyed darker. Now, if only I had a photographic mind. I collect quotes, but spinning them off the way Frankie does is sheer fantasy.

"Dream for an Insomniac" is steeped in intellectual romance and the dreamy script is at times rather sexy.

~TheRebeccaReview.com

You'll either love or hate it.
The whole film centers around Frankie (Ione Skye), who's a hopeless romantic living in her own little dream world - the 1940's or '50's - while the rest of the world goes on in the new millennium . She likes to quote famous people who once said something deep or wise to prove she's like them somehow. She has a sleeping problem, which actually has little to do with the movie other than symbolism (suggesting that's she's different because she doesn't dream due to chronic insomnia). She's looking for the love of her life, but almost nobody measures up to her unusual standards. Until one day...

If you find Frankie to be cute and endearing, you'll want her to be happy by finding true love with somebody that will put up with her quirkiness. If you find her to be boring or annoying, you'll simply want her to go away. Guess my choice?

What a stinker!
A previous reviewer summed it up EXACTLY:

"This movie seems to want to be very artsy and intellectual, but really isn't. Ione Skye's (Frankie)character is frankly unlikeable, she is a self involved bore who seems to be living on another planet ..."

The only thing more boring than her are her loser friends. I fell asleep. ... Read more