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Well yet again the law of sequels proves itself to be true.
A rehashed plot, cardboard characters, a depressingly familiar sense of deja-vu and only hardcore fans of the 1st still interested.
Plot-line?
Insane super-villain wants to take over the world by doing absolutely nothing towards the hero, causing the hero to mount an insanely heroic attempt to destroy the villain.
But leaves him alive, opening the door for another sequel – a trilogy if you will.
And as with sequels, most of the original stars don’t bother to commit, so poor imitations are wheeled in and the production company hopes we, the audience, will either not realise or just be swept up in the entire thrilling, rollercoaster ride.
George Bush – the name is the same but the actor is certainly having difficulty with his lines. There is a resemblance to the original actor, but something’s missing. I don’t believe his motivation for his scenes, it appears as if he’s just reading his lines from cue-cards.
Saddam Hussein – same actor, just with poor CGI to make him look aged. Scriptwriters haven’t even bothered to try with him, it’s the same old “Infidels/crushing the enemy/glory awaits” schtick that we’ve heard endlessly. Usually before Bond swings in and they fight on a catwalk.
John Major – They’re not even trying now, the new one looks nothing like the original. It’s like when Edward Norton made Red Dragon in the Hannibal Lecter movies – William Peterson did a far better job but no, they had to get a younger, more dynamic version. Who do they think we are? This new guy is like Russell Crowe, everyone loved him initially but his punchy, semi-intelligent outbursts in public have swiftly made us realise he’s actually not very good at all.
The special effects were better in the original too. Remember that mad CGI stuff were we watched bombs down chimneys, followed missiles along their flight paths until they whomped into bunkers? Ok, so The Matrix nicked the really cool stuff but still, it was pretty cool eating your dinner and seeing this state-of-the-art stuff.
What have we had so far? A few minor explosions in the distance that look like the intro for Thunderbirds.
F.A.B?
B.A.D more like.
I can’t help but feel cheated with this new adventure.
We’ve all seen the trailers and ads in newspapers. We were promised “Evil madman” (anyone thinking Dr Evil here?) and what have we got? Some old dude that’s run away and hidden as soon as the opening credits roll.
The voice over guy promised us “A spectacle of shock and awe”. So, where is it?
This is Titanic all over again, we want to see the sinking and instead we’re subjected to 3hrs of generic backstory before the money shots.
This always happens though, hype builds and builds and we’re left disappointed.
Still, at least the merchandising is still pretty cool.
For only a few ££ you can get gasmasks, khaki uniforms from GAP and even spin-off fan-fiction titles like “Bravo-Two Zero”.
So yeah, technically this is the sequel to Operation Desert Storm. But just as with all follow-ups, this one has the stink of tired plotwriters, bad acting and stock footage of flag waving patriots.
I’ll wait for this one to be released on DVD thanks, no way am I wasting any of my precious time watching this floater.
A rehashed plot, cardboard characters, a depressingly familiar sense of deja-vu and only hardcore fans of the 1st still interested.
Plot-line?
Insane super-villain wants to take over the world by doing absolutely nothing towards the hero, causing the hero to mount an insanely heroic attempt to destroy the villain.
But leaves him alive, opening the door for another sequel – a trilogy if you will.
And as with sequels, most of the original stars don’t bother to commit, so poor imitations are wheeled in and the production company hopes we, the audience, will either not realise or just be swept up in the entire thrilling, rollercoaster ride.
George Bush – the name is the same but the actor is certainly having difficulty with his lines. There is a resemblance to the original actor, but something’s missing. I don’t believe his motivation for his scenes, it appears as if he’s just reading his lines from cue-cards.
Saddam Hussein – same actor, just with poor CGI to make him look aged. Scriptwriters haven’t even bothered to try with him, it’s the same old “Infidels/crushing the enemy/glory awaits” schtick that we’ve heard endlessly. Usually before Bond swings in and they fight on a catwalk.
John Major – They’re not even trying now, the new one looks nothing like the original. It’s like when Edward Norton made Red Dragon in the Hannibal Lecter movies – William Peterson did a far better job but no, they had to get a younger, more dynamic version. Who do they think we are? This new guy is like Russell Crowe, everyone loved him initially but his punchy, semi-intelligent outbursts in public have swiftly made us realise he’s actually not very good at all.
The special effects were better in the original too. Remember that mad CGI stuff were we watched bombs down chimneys, followed missiles along their flight paths until they whomped into bunkers? Ok, so The Matrix nicked the really cool stuff but still, it was pretty cool eating your dinner and seeing this state-of-the-art stuff.
What have we had so far? A few minor explosions in the distance that look like the intro for Thunderbirds.
F.A.B?
B.A.D more like.
I can’t help but feel cheated with this new adventure.
We’ve all seen the trailers and ads in newspapers. We were promised “Evil madman” (anyone thinking Dr Evil here?) and what have we got? Some old dude that’s run away and hidden as soon as the opening credits roll.
The voice over guy promised us “A spectacle of shock and awe”. So, where is it?
This is Titanic all over again, we want to see the sinking and instead we’re subjected to 3hrs of generic backstory before the money shots.
This always happens though, hype builds and builds and we’re left disappointed.
Still, at least the merchandising is still pretty cool.
For only a few ££ you can get gasmasks, khaki uniforms from GAP and even spin-off fan-fiction titles like “Bravo-Two Zero”.
So yeah, technically this is the sequel to Operation Desert Storm. But just as with all follow-ups, this one has the stink of tired plotwriters, bad acting and stock footage of flag waving patriots.
I’ll wait for this one to be released on DVD thanks, no way am I wasting any of my precious time watching this floater.
Goatboy wrote:
> Free cut-out-and-keep "support our boys" window sticker
Nice.
> Free cut-out-and-keep "support our boys" window sticker
Nice.
Dictators cut, heh.
A Dictators cut. Heh.
Heh. One assumes that the directors cut will be compiled by Dick Cheney? After all, asking Dubya to do it would be like asking the key grip to put the cut together...
Goatboy wrote:
> Deleted Scenes include:
>
> Bored and frustrated troops shooting cattle
> Dissenting MP's from talking head interviews on BBC
> An alternative ending (the controversial billions spent on
> re-educating)
> 10 min short "Taliban Troubles: Ah let's forget it"
> From script-to-screen essay
> Mark Kermode talking about The Exorcist
> Free cut-out-and-keep "support our boys" window sticker
The special edition includes:
Tiger Wood's: How to improve your Gulf.
A trailer of the new film, Three Kings and a Baby!
A day in the life of a Saddam body double: behind the 'tache.
The making of "Hammer time" the offical Gulf War II music video, featuring the American general and MC Hammer in combat khaki droopy drawers.
A six hour promo for McFreedom Fries, Conquest Coke and Battalion Burgers: the secret to why they taste of victory.
Comedy outakes in, Axis of evil: MOT failure.
> Deleted Scenes include:
>
> Bored and frustrated troops shooting cattle
> Dissenting MP's from talking head interviews on BBC
> An alternative ending (the controversial billions spent on
> re-educating)
> 10 min short "Taliban Troubles: Ah let's forget it"
> From script-to-screen essay
> Mark Kermode talking about The Exorcist
> Free cut-out-and-keep "support our boys" window sticker
The special edition includes:
Tiger Wood's: How to improve your Gulf.
A trailer of the new film, Three Kings and a Baby!
A day in the life of a Saddam body double: behind the 'tache.
The making of "Hammer time" the offical Gulf War II music video, featuring the American general and MC Hammer in combat khaki droopy drawers.
A six hour promo for McFreedom Fries, Conquest Coke and Battalion Burgers: the secret to why they taste of victory.
Comedy outakes in, Axis of evil: MOT failure.
The sagacious one wrote:
> When I grow up I want to be a Challanger II tank, just like my dad. By
> the way does the DVD come with any deleted screams or a Director's
> commentary?
---
Deleted Scenes include:
Bored and frustrated troops shooting cattle
Dissenting MP's from talking head interviews on BBC
An alternative ending (the controversial billions spent on re-educating)
10 min short "Taliban Troubles: Ah let's forget it"
From script-to-screen essay
Mark Kermode talking about The Exorcist
Free cut-out-and-keep "support our boys" window sticker
> When I grow up I want to be a Challanger II tank, just like my dad. By
> the way does the DVD come with any deleted screams or a Director's
> commentary?
---
Deleted Scenes include:
Bored and frustrated troops shooting cattle
Dissenting MP's from talking head interviews on BBC
An alternative ending (the controversial billions spent on re-educating)
10 min short "Taliban Troubles: Ah let's forget it"
From script-to-screen essay
Mark Kermode talking about The Exorcist
Free cut-out-and-keep "support our boys" window sticker
As far as special features go, the dvd is a let down, with only the theatrical trailer and a campaign poster. The menus look nice though.
When I grow up I want to be a Challanger II tank, just like my dad. By the way does the DVD come with any deleted screams or a Director's commentary?
interesting...
Well yet again the law of sequels proves itself to be true.
A rehashed plot, cardboard characters, a depressingly familiar sense of deja-vu and only hardcore fans of the 1st still interested.
Plot-line?
Insane super-villain wants to take over the world by doing absolutely nothing towards the hero, causing the hero to mount an insanely heroic attempt to destroy the villain.
But leaves him alive, opening the door for another sequel – a trilogy if you will.
And as with sequels, most of the original stars don’t bother to commit, so poor imitations are wheeled in and the production company hopes we, the audience, will either not realise or just be swept up in the entire thrilling, rollercoaster ride.
George Bush – the name is the same but the actor is certainly having difficulty with his lines. There is a resemblance to the original actor, but something’s missing. I don’t believe his motivation for his scenes, it appears as if he’s just reading his lines from cue-cards.
Saddam Hussein – same actor, just with poor CGI to make him look aged. Scriptwriters haven’t even bothered to try with him, it’s the same old “Infidels/crushing the enemy/glory awaits” schtick that we’ve heard endlessly. Usually before Bond swings in and they fight on a catwalk.
John Major – They’re not even trying now, the new one looks nothing like the original. It’s like when Edward Norton made Red Dragon in the Hannibal Lecter movies – William Peterson did a far better job but no, they had to get a younger, more dynamic version. Who do they think we are? This new guy is like Russell Crowe, everyone loved him initially but his punchy, semi-intelligent outbursts in public have swiftly made us realise he’s actually not very good at all.
The special effects were better in the original too. Remember that mad CGI stuff were we watched bombs down chimneys, followed missiles along their flight paths until they whomped into bunkers? Ok, so The Matrix nicked the really cool stuff but still, it was pretty cool eating your dinner and seeing this state-of-the-art stuff.
What have we had so far? A few minor explosions in the distance that look like the intro for Thunderbirds.
F.A.B?
B.A.D more like.
I can’t help but feel cheated with this new adventure.
We’ve all seen the trailers and ads in newspapers. We were promised “Evil madman” (anyone thinking Dr Evil here?) and what have we got? Some old dude that’s run away and hidden as soon as the opening credits roll.
The voice over guy promised us “A spectacle of shock and awe”. So, where is it?
This is Titanic all over again, we want to see the sinking and instead we’re subjected to 3hrs of generic backstory before the money shots.
This always happens though, hype builds and builds and we’re left disappointed.
Still, at least the merchandising is still pretty cool.
For only a few ££ you can get gasmasks, khaki uniforms from GAP and even spin-off fan-fiction titles like “Bravo-Two Zero”.
So yeah, technically this is the sequel to Operation Desert Storm. But just as with all follow-ups, this one has the stink of tired plotwriters, bad acting and stock footage of flag waving patriots.
I’ll wait for this one to be released on DVD thanks, no way am I wasting any of my precious time watching this floater.
A rehashed plot, cardboard characters, a depressingly familiar sense of deja-vu and only hardcore fans of the 1st still interested.
Plot-line?
Insane super-villain wants to take over the world by doing absolutely nothing towards the hero, causing the hero to mount an insanely heroic attempt to destroy the villain.
But leaves him alive, opening the door for another sequel – a trilogy if you will.
And as with sequels, most of the original stars don’t bother to commit, so poor imitations are wheeled in and the production company hopes we, the audience, will either not realise or just be swept up in the entire thrilling, rollercoaster ride.
George Bush – the name is the same but the actor is certainly having difficulty with his lines. There is a resemblance to the original actor, but something’s missing. I don’t believe his motivation for his scenes, it appears as if he’s just reading his lines from cue-cards.
Saddam Hussein – same actor, just with poor CGI to make him look aged. Scriptwriters haven’t even bothered to try with him, it’s the same old “Infidels/crushing the enemy/glory awaits” schtick that we’ve heard endlessly. Usually before Bond swings in and they fight on a catwalk.
John Major – They’re not even trying now, the new one looks nothing like the original. It’s like when Edward Norton made Red Dragon in the Hannibal Lecter movies – William Peterson did a far better job but no, they had to get a younger, more dynamic version. Who do they think we are? This new guy is like Russell Crowe, everyone loved him initially but his punchy, semi-intelligent outbursts in public have swiftly made us realise he’s actually not very good at all.
The special effects were better in the original too. Remember that mad CGI stuff were we watched bombs down chimneys, followed missiles along their flight paths until they whomped into bunkers? Ok, so The Matrix nicked the really cool stuff but still, it was pretty cool eating your dinner and seeing this state-of-the-art stuff.
What have we had so far? A few minor explosions in the distance that look like the intro for Thunderbirds.
F.A.B?
B.A.D more like.
I can’t help but feel cheated with this new adventure.
We’ve all seen the trailers and ads in newspapers. We were promised “Evil madman” (anyone thinking Dr Evil here?) and what have we got? Some old dude that’s run away and hidden as soon as the opening credits roll.
The voice over guy promised us “A spectacle of shock and awe”. So, where is it?
This is Titanic all over again, we want to see the sinking and instead we’re subjected to 3hrs of generic backstory before the money shots.
This always happens though, hype builds and builds and we’re left disappointed.
Still, at least the merchandising is still pretty cool.
For only a few ££ you can get gasmasks, khaki uniforms from GAP and even spin-off fan-fiction titles like “Bravo-Two Zero”.
So yeah, technically this is the sequel to Operation Desert Storm. But just as with all follow-ups, this one has the stink of tired plotwriters, bad acting and stock footage of flag waving patriots.
I’ll wait for this one to be released on DVD thanks, no way am I wasting any of my precious time watching this floater.