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X-Men Trilogy [Blu-ray] [2000] | ![X-Men Trilogy [Blu-ray] [2000]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51FLzv3D5zL._SL160_.jpg)
| Directors: Bryan Singer, Brett Ratner Actors: Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Famke Janssen, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry Studio: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment Category: DVD
List Price: £44.99 Buy New: £25.99 as of 24/11/2009 11:45 GMT details You Save: £19.00 (42%)
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Seller: Stewart Sales Rating: 10 reviews Sales Rank: 8301
Format: Box set, PAL Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over Media: Blu-ray Region: 2 Number Of Discs: 6 Running Time: 340 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6 Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.4 x 0.9
EAN: 5039036040938 ASIN: B001TH7ATM
Theatrical Release Date: 2000 Release Date: April 20, 2009 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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X-Men Trilogy April 20, 2009 John Corbett 18 out of 21 found this review helpful
Firstly, the films. The first X-Men has often been credited with reviving the superhero genre which hadn't been seen properly since the 80s and early 90s, courtesy of the Richard Donner/Richard Lester 'Superman' films and Tim Burton's 'Batman' films. Some say Blade is the reason we now see at least one superhero film released each year, but really Blade wasn't mainstream enough due to its higher rating (despite being an extremely entertaining film). No, if you trace it back, the first of the mainstream superhero films of this generation was probably X-Men. And it's definitely a quality film, focusing largely on character and setting up the motivations, relationships and tensions of the main characters, with a decent (but not great) collection of action sequences. As a story it works very well, and as an intro to the series it's one of the better ones around, but you get the distinct feeling something more is coming.
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br /X-Men 2 (or X2 as it was marketed) delivers on the promise of the original. Without sacrificing story or character development, it adds stunning action and some great twists into what was at the time one of the best superhero films ever made. In fact, until The Dark Knight was released, it was difficult for me to decide which was the best superhero film: Spider-Man 2 or X-Men 2. Really, this film does have it all.
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br /X-Men: The Last Stand is generally regarded as disappointing by many of the fans, but I think the criticism is a bit exaggerated. I agree, it's certainly not as good as what came before it. However, there's enough action and comedy on show to engage, even if The Dark Phoenix Saga isn't given enough time to be developed properly. That really is the main problem with the film; action is successful at the expense of the story. What you get is a genuinely entertaining film, but by comparison with the first two it's simply not as rewarding an experience.
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br /Now the Blu-ray treatment. First, I watch my blu-ray films on a 42" Sony Bravia full HD 1080p TV, and use an extremely hefty surround sound kit. Both get a good workout from these films! The video quality is stunning (despite what the releases from other regions might look like), and the sound is just amazing, particularly in the sequence in X2 with Storm vs. the jet fighters.
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br /Also, unlike some other hi-def releases, the extras aren't just direct copies from the old special edition dvds. Even though the extras on the previous 6-disc special edition box set were impressive, these go a step further by containing a good load of blu-ray exclusive special features, such as picture-in-picture features, which are particularly entertaining.
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br /If you don't own the films at all, this is definitely the version to buy. If you own them on DVD as I did, this is definitely worth the upgrade. At £34.99 from most retailers and probably cheaper if you shop around, it's one of the best blu-ray deals around in terms of value for money.
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br /Great entertainment in great quality. Highly recommended.
A Winner April 29, 2009 Pimpus (London, UK) 7 out of 8 found this review helpful
I bought the X-Men trilogy on Blu-Ray after reading a review which gave it one star. The reviewer stated that a good upscaled DVD would be about the same quality. Not true. I also have the trilogy on DVD.
br /I have watched all three films and the transfers are nothing short of X-cellent (forgive me ;-). The pictures are pin sharp and the DTS Master Audio soundtrack is top notch.
br /My favourite of the three films is X-Men 2. The opening action scene looks the business, the best of all of the super hero genre of films in my humble opinion.
br /I have yet to watch the bonus features discs. The box set i purchased has 3 of them.
br /I consider this box set to be great value for money and a must for all action hero fans.
Exellent May 23, 2009 P. Karlsen (Oslo, Norway) If you love the series then this blu-ray set is right for you! in my opinion the sound and quality is great and dont even get started on all the special features and easter eggs hidden on the separate discs!
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br /Its defiantly one of those must buy blu-rays of the year
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br /Highly recommended!!
loved it June 10, 2009 kim bridge (queensland, australia) what can i say i own them on dvd but still had to buy it again when it came out on blu-ray, and it was worth it will be watching it again when i get my suround system up
x-men trilogy blu ray July 17, 2009 robbie the great (wales uk) what can i say bout xmen trilogy.just brilliant.would recommend it to anyone whos into them sort of films.as once again the delivery was quick with amazon.i would.nt buy from anywhere else.each of the xmen films are full of action and in blu ray is even better for sound and picture quality.
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