Fans of Steve Irwin's television show will already know what to expect from The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course. By the time of this, his first feature film, the Australian nature programme presenter had become a worldwide cult figure, thanks to his natural charm, good-natured wit and, most importantly, what appears to be his utter disregard for his own safety when facing some of the most dangerous wild animals on the planet. Simply put, he does things that are utterly mad, but manages to do so while appearing supremely competent. Steve Irwin is a dude. The makers of Collision Course obviously knew this, as their attitude towards the film is "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". There's a rudimentary plot that involves a renegade crocodile, a lost Top Secret American satellite and some CIA agents on a retrieval mission in the Australian Outback, but these are just a backdrop filled by forgettable characters. The real stars are, quite rightly, Steve Irwin, his wife Terri and their long-suffering dog Sui (who probably dreams of Frisbees and warm beds on those constant boat trips through the swamps of Australia). The entire film is done in the same format as the TV series, with Steve speaking directly to the camera as he handles everything from "the most poisonous snake in the world" (which, of course, he grabs by the tail), a bird-eating spider (he pokes it with a stick to show off its fangs) and overzealous "poachers" (in one of the film's funniest scenes). Plus, of course, an enormous crocodile which he wrestles underwater (fans of old Tarzan films take note!), grapples on land and lassos from a boat. Best of all, because it's Steve Irwin, you know these animals aren't props or special effects--that huge snake is real (and really angry), as is that spider crawling on his wife and that crocodile chewing on his oar. People looking for plot and substance would be better off avoiding The Crocodile Hunter. But fans of the Irwins (no matter what their age) will find this an entertaining and amusing way to spend a couple of hours. On the DVD: The Crocodile Hunter disc has six short featurettes that take viewers behind the scenes, providing insights into how those numerous wild (and dangerous) animals were made to appear cooperative on screen. There's also an interactive commentary track providing extra trivia titbits, as well as a fairly pointless photo gallery of still images. --Robert Burrow
Based on the Marvel comics and featuring a powerful, all-star cast including DAN STEVENS, AUBREY PLAZA, JEAN SMART and RACHEL KELLER LEGION follows the story of David Haller (STEVENS), a troubled young man who may be more than human. Diagnosed as schizophrenic, David has been in and out of mental hospitals for years. But after a startling encounter with a new patient (KELLER), he must confront the shocking possibility that the voices he hears and the visions he sees might be real. With the help of a psychiatric therapist (SMART) and her unconventional methods, David embarks on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery that leads to a new world of possibilities...and a new level of unexpected danger. Special Features: Fractured Reality: A Different Kind of Superhero Inside the Looks including Production Design, Makeup and Visual Effects Deleted Scenes
Presented by Steve Irwin; the Australian conservationist and 'Crocodile Hunter' his adventures made all the more poignant due to his untimely death on September 4 2006. His fearlessness in facing the deadliest of all species was his passion and while filming his newest series he was killed by the normally docile Sting-ray. Steve's filmed adventures remain a tribute to the man who brought light-entertainment combined with heart-pounding action to the world. Steve's ultimate aim was t
The things we do for love and things we should have done all come together on The Trip. An ambitious epic romance that traces the course of two men through their initial meeting as teenagers in 1973 until the mid 80's. Alan is a member of the Young Republicans and an aspiring journalist. He's working on a book about the evils of homosexuality and invites Tommy a gay rights activist over for dinner and to interview him for the book. Thus begins a friendship that leads to a
Based on the Marvel comics and featuring a powerful, all-star cast including DAN STEVENS, AUBREY PLAZA, JEAN SMART and RACHEL KELLER LEGION follows the story of David Haller (STEVENS), a troubled young man who may be more than human. Diagnosed as schizophrenic, David has been in and out of mental hospitals for years. But after a startling encounter with a new patient (KELLER), he must confront the shocking possibility that the voices he hears and the visions he sees might be real. With the help of a psychiatric therapist (SMART) and her unconventional methods, David embarks on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery that leads to a new world of possibilities...and a new level of unexpected danger. Special Features: Fractured Reality: A Different Kind of Superhero Inside the Looks including Production Design, Makeup and Visual Effects Deleted Scenes
Steve Irwin: the Australian conservationist and 'Crocodile Hunter' his adventures made all the more poignant due to his untimely death on September 4 2006. His fearlessness in facing the deadliest of all species was his passion and while filming his newest series he was killed by the normally docile Sting-ray. Steve's filmed adventures remain a tribute to the man who brought light-entertainment combined with heart-pounding action to the world. Steve's ultimate aim was to ensure peop
This terrifying programme follows renowned animal lover Steve Irwin on a trip of a lifetime as he sets out to find the worlds 10 most venomous snakes all of which are found in Australia. This is Steve as his very best as he travels thousands of miles from Darwin in the North to Reevesby Island south of Adelaide to find handle and explain about the deadliest snakes in the world. Highlights include the Death Adder which wriggles its tail like a worm to lure its prey the Tiger Sna
The worldwide public response to the touching tribute in the Crocoseum at Australia Zoo to Steve's life has been outstanding and here you have numerous people paying their respects to the ""Croc Hunter"". All royalties from this DVD release will go to the Wildlife Warriors fund to help carry on Steve's critical work with endangered species habitat protection and running his wildlife hospital.
Happy Feat: In the great nation of Emperor Penguins deep in Antarctica you're nobody unless you can sing-which is unfortunate for Mumble (Elijah Wood) who is the worst singer in the world. He is born dancing to his own tune...tap dancing. Though Mumble's mum Norma Jean (Nicole Kidman) thinks this little habit is cute his dad Memphis (Hugh Jackman) says it 'just ain't penguin.' Besides they both know that without a Heartsong Mumble may never find true love. As fate would have it his one friend Gloria (Brittany Murphy) happens to be the best singer around. Mumble and Gloria have a connection from the moment they hatch but she struggles with his strange 'hippity- hoppity' ways. Mumble is just too different-especially for Noah the Elder (Hugo Weaving) the stern leader of Emperor Land who ultimately casts him out of the community. Away from home for the first time Mumble meets a posse of decidedly un-Emperor-like penguins-the Adelie Amigos. Led by Ramon (Robin Williams) the Adelies instantly embrace Mumble's cool dance moves and invite him to party with them. In Adelie Land Mumble seeks the counsel of Lovelace the Guru (also voiced by Robin Williams) a crazy-feathered Rockhopper penguin who will answer any of life's questions for the price of a pebble. Together with Lovelace and the Amigos Mumble sets out across vast landscapes and after some epic encounters proves that by being true to yourself you can make all the difference in the world. March Of The Penguins: Coming from a French director Luc Jacquet the Oscar-winning family documentary March Of The Penguins would have to be a love story. And it is in that it follows the mating rituals of the emperor penguin one of the most resilient animals on earth. Each summer after a nourishing period of deep-sea feeding the penguins pop up onto the ice and begin their procession across the frozen tundra of Antarctica. Walking in single file they are a sight to behold. Hundreds converge from every direction moving instinctively toward their mating ground. Once there they mingle and chatter until they find the perfect mate - a monogamous match that will last a year through the brutal winter and into the spring. During that time the mother will birth an egg and then leave for the ocean to feed again. The father will stay to protect the egg through the freezing blizzards and pure darkness of winter which would be deadly to practically any other species. Finally with spring the egg hatches and the baby penguins are born. Mothers return from the sea to reunite with their families and feed the starving newborns while the fathers are finally relieved of their protective duties after months without food. The film is remarkable in its story which is narrated by Morgan Freeman whose dignified voice gives the penguins the grave admiration they deserve. But even more incredible is its photography which shows the penguins hunting underwater slidi
Into the world of the Emperor Penguins, who find their soul mates through song, a penguin is born who cannot sing. But he can tap dance something fierce!
Joni gets persuaded to enter a bikini contest by her friends and likes the attention. She talks to another contestant Harlow who suggests she try exotic dancing at Kandyland where she works. Joni gets fed up with her job at the dry cleaner's and boyfriend Frank won't commit so she gets a job at Kandyland. She finds others doing drugs and getting abused and tries to make her new job her lingering attraction to Frank and her strong friendship with Harlow coexist.
Ocean's Deadliest is Steve Irwin's final documentary Lurking only a few feet below the surface of eastern Australia's crystalline ocean are some of the most dangerous animals on the planet. For thousands of years venomous snakes saltwater crocodiles and immense sharks have patrolled these waters. Now in the hope of studying nature's most dangerous creations two adventurers of legendary reputation and pedigree embark on an epic mission that requires leadership of an experienced knowledgeable and fearless crew. Irwin is joined by explorer and adventurer Philippe Cousteau grandson of the famous oceanographer Jacques Cousteau in Ocean's Deadliest as they explore the waters between Australia's Gold Coast and the Great Barrier Reef. Throughout this expedition Philippe and Steve come face to face with venomous fish huge great white sharks and amazing saltwater crocodiles as they search for the region's most dangerous animal. Along the way they will meet the scientific experts who work with these creatures on a regular basis learning the reason why they have evolved with such dangerous defences and also learning that in truth they fill a role in the overall ecosystem that is vital and cannot be overlooked. Their adventure features amazing and breathtaking moments including subduing a giant croc in order to attach a satellite tracking device; observing the feeding behaviour of the great white shark while safely tucked away inside a dive cage and working with the Australian experts who capture deadly sea snakes in order to supply anti-venom to the rest of the world. Cousteau who was aboard Croc One with Irwin during the expedition when he was struck and killed by a stingray narrates the documentary.
Into the world of the Emperor Penguins, who find their soul mates through song, a penguin is born who cannot sing. But he can tap dance something fierce!
2 Wild DVDs from The Crocodile Hunter!
Joey: A young boy's friendship with a playful kangaroo leads him on the ultimate adventure in this fun-filled story for all ages. 12 year-old Billy McGregor lives on a ranch in the wild rugged Australian Outback with a loving mom and lots and lots of great animal friends - especially a baby kangaroo named Joey. But when Joey's parents are kidnapped by poachers Billy knows he must do whatever it takes to help them and reunite Joey with his rightful family. Boarding a train for the big city the two pals embark on a fantastic adventure discovering tons of excitement and fun new friends along the way. But when they learn that Joey's parents' lives are in danger they come up with a daring plan to rescue them - with the entire nation cheering them on! Crocodile Hunter: Good Boy: Thousands of years ago a group of dogs who are actually aliens landed on Earth. They are sent as spies for their home planet Canid 3942 but as the years pass they forget all about their mission. When 12 year old Owen finally gets to have a dog of his own he discovers his new dog Hubble is actually an interplanetary scout from the Dog Star Sirius... Based on the story 'Dogs From Outer Space' by Zeke Richardson.
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