Apollo 13

We really enjoyed this DVD... it's one of our "keepers" and definitely worth owning and viewing regularly -- it will remind you (as it has our family) that is is so very good to be born/raised/live in this country. It begins with a voiceover by Walter Cronkite (and yes, our announcer is the real thing!) which introduces us to the heroes as they walk across the gantry, and pays tribute to the three we lost in that disastrous fire on the launch-pad.... The movie follows those fateful days (beginning in pre-launch) and then in orbit, and it focuses on the united effort in bringing our boys home. These men are so smart -- all of them (not just in space but at Mission Control) and is a realistic view of the times. You'll see the old Izod shirts (remember the Alligators?) and Corvettes, Mission Control (hey, they smoke -- this was not a purified/Politically Corrected re-enactment/revision of truth)... I appreciated that. Oh, and it's not all drama. There are moments of smiles, and it's not too intense excluding the JOYOUS moment when we hear them respond after four minutes coming through the atmosphere.... Still, I wouldn't suggest youngsters under age eight view it alone. [Note: our family is protective of our children and they have not been raised on a diet of broadcast television. Yours may be used to intense programming -- please use your own judgment. There is nothing bloody-gruesome in the movie, nor in the commentary. That said, you will CARE DEEPLY about all the people you see.] One more little (out of sequence) note: The end has Tom Hanks (who plays Jim Lovell) narrating a mini catch-up to present of the whole story. We learn what happens to the individuals in the movie. It's a wonderful "wrap" to an amazing six days in space. If we are going to do a docu-drama, one might also suggest that future writers/directors view this one to get an idea that they public will spend perfectly good money on QUALITY shows that are truthful, accurate and not hack-jobs. (End mini-rant!) I found the scenes compelling and recall the "lump in throat" of those days. To me though, seeing the families perspective broadened the effect. Oh, and Mrs. Lovell is a force to be reckoned with -- I liked her a lot! She's a classy lady. Minor Quibbles: In two places there are swear words (Mrs. Lovell -- who in the commentary states she doesn't "talk like that" -- when discovering the magnitude of Jim's problems swears... I thought that extraneous. Also, in another section one of the astronauts uses a bad word (appropriate maybe, but basically, unnecessary). The Best Stuff: After the movie we are provided with a mini-movie on how they filmed it all. NASA cooperated and many of the scenes were filmed in those planes that "deliberately plunge toward the earth" so the actors/film-makers/lighting guys et al were weightless. One of the brave actors in particular didn't want his testosterone questioned but... ;) I particularly enjoyed the interviews... you could really see how much the whole crew wanted this to be an *excellent* movie, one to last through the ages. It's brought out that the movie will be (at some point in history) a look back on the whole era. We (the USofA) have some incredible individuals to be proud of... this is perhaps one of the best patriotic movies I have ever seen -- notwithstanding war epics. It makes me glad to be an American. Okay, so you also see the real gents appearing on the Johnny Carson Show too. One more thing -- at the very end of the movie you see Jim Lovell -- he's the Captain of the ship that picks up the astronaut. His wife appears once too, but don't blink! (grin) Also, the Bonus Materials include two voice-over commentaries. The first is made by Director Ron Howard (you know, he's good -- very good!) and tells inside things about the creation of this movie. I enjoyed it. The best Commentary though was done by Mr. and Mrs. Lovell -- ah, and Ron -- that con-trail isn't supposed to be there. (winks) All in all, this is one of our favorites... I'd go so far as to suggest you Pay Retail, and maybe even opt for First Class shipping so you won't have to wait. It is that good!

Big cast a lot of awards.

Okay, for you technophiles, Universal did a good job in the transfer to DVD. The colors are vivid and the picture is razor sharp. Sound quality is great and the overall experience is worth the price of admission. Save your money and buy the single disc set. The second disc is an edited IMAX version and the "extras" on the second disc are so so. All of the "good" extras are on the single disc version. Now for the REAL story. Plain and simple, these guys were heroes in every sense of the word. They risked their lives for what they believed in, without heavenly financial compensation (they got their regular pay, plus flight pay, plus hazardous duty pay) In today's dollars that about $300 flight pay and $125 a month to risk your life. Many of the men in this program had families. Truly a contrast to today's heroes (Sports Figures) who act like spoiled brats and cry if they get a hang-nail. All this, while collecting a salary the would support 100 families in the US. I'd like to see any of today's heroes maintain their composure while everything around them is failing. If you lose a ball game, there is always next year. If you "lose" in space, you're dead. I grew up in the 60's with the space program and this film is a true testiment to the courage, skill, dedication, and selflessness of the entire NASA team. Kind of a interesting closing point. Take note when Tom Hanks (Comm. Jim Lovell) is on the carrier deck after splash down/pick-up. He shakes the hand of a Navy Captain (left side of frame). That is THE Jim Lovell (Captain, USN Retired) and he is wearing HIS original Navy uniform, still fits him after all these years. Nice touch on the part of Director Ron Howard and great tribute film to the men who gave their all for their country and each other.

No problem with this film though! Tom hanks and Ron Howard made an absolute gem. Will make you proud to be an American again. The 4k uhd version goes next level. Crank up the sub, dim the lights and get the popcorn. I won’t ruin the ending for you - they may or may not make it back to earth!

Good spacey movie

He only made her to tractor with this disc is the fact that comes from a period of time when Universal wasn't trying at all and basically just used blu-ray menu authoring application defaults rather than actually ma all these default menus do work in a very technical sense, they are extremely confusing to use.

Saw the move years ago, loved it...wanted it for my collection.

Fun movie adults will enjoy.

Ótimo Blu-ray, vem o 4 k e a versão normal,muito bom.

Great movie, originally saw it at the cinema but the home experience was just as exciting. The interviews with key people was also really informative. Well worth buying

Ron Howard's epic masterpiece is presented well in this beautifully mastered DVD. Brilliantly clear with amazing sound, viewing it is like watching it in the theater, as I did in 1995, when the realistic surround sound kept you on the edge of your seat, your heart pounding. Television news footage featured throughout took me back to 1970, when I witnessed the events live, unable to leave the living room. Feeling the hair rise on the back of your neck reminds you of those same emotions of fear for the astronauts' lives, as well as awe for the technical teams whose ingenuity brought them home safely to earth. James Horner's powerful original score underlines brilliant direction by Howard. It was a collaboration of two masters bringing their best to their art. Bonus material gives insight into the intricacies of the task of being faithful to the original events, with interviews with the original teams carefully interspersed with Howard's cast footage. I highly recommend this exceptional film - it is a faithful representation of one of the most harrowing events in the Apollo program.

Pelicula de gran calidad, se ve bastante bien estoy muy contento con la compra. Altamente recomendable.

Apollo 13 20th annivrsary edition BD USA版の感想です。 公開当時、映画館で観ました。 （予想通りの良い作品でした。） それ以来、映画館に行っていないのでこれが映画館で観た最後の作品になりそうです。 BDはブルーレイらしいきれいな画面です。 日本語音声、字幕もありますが、字幕が途中で本編と合っていないので無しと思って下さい。 特典映像もあり、値段の割にお得感があります。 内容はアポロ１３号に起きた事故を乗り越え、地球までの帰還を描いたもので 窮地に立たされた人間の知恵と勇気を描いています。 それにしても俳優さんたちが皆若く見え、時が経ったのだと感じます。