Marathon Man

Starring:Dustin Hoffman, Laurence Olivier, Roy Scheider, William Devane, Marthe Keller, Fritz Weaver, Richard Bright, Marc Lawrence, Allen Joseph, Tito Goya, Ben Dova, Lou Gilbert, Jacques Marin, James Wing Woo, Nicole Deslauriers, Lotte Palfi Andor, Lionel Pina, Church, Tricoche, Jaime Tirelli
Director: John Schlesinger
Studio: Paramount
Product Type: DVD

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John Schlesinger (Midnight Cowboy) directed this gripping, entertaining 1977 thriller that centers on graduate student Dustin Hoffman (The Graduate, Tootsie). Hoffman plays a sullen and cowardly loner haunted by the suicide of his father, a suspected communist. He is drawn into a murky web of international intrigue when his brother, CIA agent Doc Levy, played by Roy Scheider (Jaws, The French Connection), is murdered by a former Nazi (Laurence Olivier) who has come to the United States to reclaim a valuable stash of diamonds. Babe (Hoffman) must confront his fears of the past as he runs for his life and tries to avenge his brother's death at the same time. Featuring a classic torture sequence and a terrific cast that includes William Devane and Marthe Keller, this film written by William Goldman (Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, All the President's Men) stands as a great entertainment and as one of the seminal films of the 1970s. --Robert Lane

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Marathon Man.......2007-07-04

Dustin Hoffman re-grouped with "Midnight Cowboy" director Schlesinger for this nerve-jangling thriller based on screenwriter William Goldman's novel. Olivier, who won a Best Supporting Actor Oscar, is chilling as the sadistic Szell. Twisty and paranoiac, "Man" delivers edge-of-your-seat suspense straight through to its memorable finish.

Ehhh........2007-04-17

After reading Goldman's novel of the same name and being surprised by some of the twists and turns , I was eager to see how the book was converted to film. To learn how Scylla the spy, Levy the student, Janey the Provider, and Szell the Nazi were handled. I was disappointed.

Don't get me wrong - the movie is a fine thriller. It just doesn't match up to what I'd been expecting. In the novel, Janey's identity is not revealed until halfway through the book, at which point you're shocked to learn the true nature of Scylla's relationship with him. This is a startling conclusion that is totally glossed over in the film. Also, while Elsa is transparently in cahoots with the bad guys even in the book, here it's made even more obvious and the viewer's small doubts of, "Is she good or bad?" are removed.

The movie is good. You should see it. But read the book afterward.

MY TOOTH IS KILLING ME .......2006-12-17

What do you get when you combine top notch acting and a stellar cast? You get the 1977 action thriller "The Marathon Man" presented in it's 1.85:1 widescreen aspect ratio.The dvd transfer and Dolby Digital 5.1 sound from Paramount Studios is excellent.The video transfer doesn't seem to contain any dust or debris and the image is very impressive,considering this film is from the 1970's.The acting is superb and the chilling performance given by Laurence Olivier as the former Nazi "Szell" is outstanding.I've always hated the sound of the dentist's drill and after seeing it in the hands of "Szell",I hate it even more.Suspense,action and intrigue this movie has it all and after 30 years it's still highly entertaining.Only one question still remains "is it safe?"

The dvd bonus features include: Theatrical Trailer, Cast & Crew interviews, Rehearsal Footage, Original "Making of Marathon Man" Featurette.

Great thriller if you skip the first hour..........2006-12-05

The performances are stellar, the story is satisfying, the fear is real and you will never head to the dentist again without this film on your mind. All that said, the actual thriller doesn't begin until an hour in. There is some interesting setup and character building in the first hour, but most is not necessary to the story. Although, once you get through that, it's quite a ride. Every scene Goldman wrote puts Hoffman in the worst situation imaginable, all while maintaining a very true since of reality. A true thriller.

Picture quality on this DVD is 4.5 out of 5 and the sound is a 3.5, but thus far, the best print I have seen of it. Never saw it in the theater. :(

Marathon Man.......2006-11-04

We enjoyed this film in the theater years ago and it holds up well. Fun to see Dustin Hoffman when he is young. Sir Laurence Olivier is always interesting to watch. You won't see this on TV.
JGH

Science of Triathlon: Triathlon Lecture Series Featuring Joel Friel and Wes Hobson

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Comprehensive and scientific
Triathlon Theory and Practise DVD

Science of Triathlon: Triathlon Lecture Series Featuring Joel Friel and Wes Hobson

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ASIN: B000BHUXEK

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Triathlon is a very complex sport, but it is one that you can improve in if you understand the basic scientific principles of training and methods and techniques used by elite athletes. Now, for the first time, you can benefit from this wealth of knowledge previously only available at exclusive camps and clinics...all within the comfort of your own home. Science of Triathlon, spanning over 9 comprehensive hours, will serve as a pragmatic tool whatever your age or ability. You will not only learn to improve your techniques in swimming, biking and running, but more importantly gain a better understanding of the dynamics of the sport of triathlon and how to best fit it into your busy lifestyle. 2-DISC SET: Over 9 Hours of comprehensive triathlon training. FEATURING: Joe Friel, Wes Hobson, Bruce Gottlieb

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Comprehensive and scientific.......2005-10-26

This multiple DVD set was just what I was waiting for. Rather than just a pep talk and a few tricks, this DVD set is made for the serious triathlete. The DVDs really got into the nitty-gritty about how the body performs under stressful situations- and further, how to exploit what our bodies can do in order to reach higher levels of performance. I feel that I can really strive for the next plateau...two thumbs way up.

Triathlon Theory and Practise DVD.......2005-10-16

I found it to be a fairly good DVD.
Aldo I accepted to get more out of 2 DVD's
They just filmed what they teach u at one of there training camps and I expected a little bit more. The info they give u on the other hand is very good (but if your own triathlon bible Joe Friel) your not going to hear al lot of new thing

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Marathon
Starring: Herb Edelman , Anita Gillette , John Hillerman , Lauren Hutton , and Valerie Landsburg
Director: Jackie Cooper
Manufacturer: Direct Source Label
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Mr. Moto's Last Warning & The Man Who Knew Too Much (Suspense Marathon Digitally Remastered)

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Mr. Moto's Last Warning & The Man Who Knew Too Much (Suspense Marathon Digitally Remastered)
Director: Alfred Hitchcock
Manufacturer: Family Value
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#1 Mr Moto's Last Warning (1939 71 min) A Japanese man claiming to be Mr Moto, of the International Police, is abducted and murdered soon after disembarking from a ship at Port Said in Egypt. The real Mr Moto is already in Port Said, investigating a conspiracy against the British and French governments. The dead man was his colleague, impersonating him to throw the conspirators off his scent. Mr Moto recognises one of the conspirators as a British Secret Service agent, and together they discover that the gang have mined the harbour in preparation for the arrival of the French fleet. Their aim is to throw the blame onto the British, which may start a second World War. #2 The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934 94 min) Bob and Jill Lawrence are on a winter sports holiday with their teenage daughter Betty. When their friend Louis Bernard is shot whilst dancing with Jill, he tells Bob of an assassination about to take place in London. Fearing that their plot will be revealed, the assassins kidnap Betty in order to keep the Lawrence's quiet. Bob and Jill return to London and take matters into their own hands.

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Marathon Man [Region 2]
Starring: Dustin Hoffman , Laurence Olivier , Roy Scheider , William Devane , and Marthe Keller
Director: John Schlesinger
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ASIN: B00005UO5W

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Marathon Man [Region 2]
Starring: Dustin Hoffman , Laurence Olivier , Roy Scheider , William Devane , and Marthe Keller
Director: John Schlesinger
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ASIN: B00005UE6Q

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Not Understandable.......2007-01-11

I got this DVD.......in German!!!! I had NOT requested it in German, why would I???? Big surprise when it arrived. I had to return it and request a copy in English (duh!) but seller stated he was sold out (so he sends me one in German??)

Crime Drama Movie Marathon Volume 2: 8 Movie Pack

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Crime Drama Movie Marathon Volume 2: 8 Movie Pack

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BONUS: Each movie comes with a portable-media friendly version that can be downloaded to your Apple iPod!
Eight feature films on four DVDs
Strange Illusion;Shoot to Kill;Dishonored Lady;Parole, Inc;Borderline;The Hoodlum;The Limping Man;The Island Monster

ASIN: B000GX7766

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The legends of Crime Drama are gathered here for you in this definitive DVD collection of some of the greatest Crime Drama classics to ever come out of Hollywood. This 8 DVD collection is sure to provide you with countless hours of entertainment. Crime Drama Movie Marathon Volume 2: 8 Movie Pack includes: Strange Illusion directed by Edgar Ulmer and starring James Lydon; Shoot to Kill directed by William Berke and starring Russell Wade; Dishonored Lady directed by Robert Stevenson and starring Hedy Lamarr; Parole, Inc directed by Alfred Zeisler and starring Michael O' Shea; Borderline directed by William Seiter and starring Fred MacMurray; The Hoodlum directed by Max Nosseck and starring Lawrence Tierney; The Limping Man directed by Cy Endfield and starring Lloyd Bridges; The Island Monster directed by Roberto Bianchi Montero and starring Boris Karloff

Drama Movie Marathon Volume 7: 8 Movie Pack

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Drama Movie Marathon Volume 7: 8 Movie Pack

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BONUS: Each movie comes with a portable-media friendly version that can be downloaded to your Apple iPod!
Eight feature films on four DVDs
The Capture;A Star is Born;The Last Mile;Eagle in a Cage;Killing Heat;Little Men;Becky Sharp;The Man with Two Lives;

ASIN: B000GW390K

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The legends of Drama are gathered here for you in this definitive DVD collection of some of the greatest Drama classics to ever come out of Hollywood. This 8 DVD collection is sure to provide you with countless hours of entertainment. Drama Movie Marathon Volume 7: 8 Movie Pack includes: The Capture directed by John Sturges and starring Lew Ayres; A Star is Born directed by William Wellman and starring Janet Gaynor; The Last Mile directed by Samuel Bischoff and starring Preston Foster; Eagle in a Cage directed by Fielder Cook and starring Sir John Gielgud; Killing Heat directed by Michael Raeburn and starring Karen Black; Little Men directed by Norman Z. McLeod and starring Jack Oakie; Becky Sharp directed by Rouben Mamoulian and starring Cedric Hardwicke; The Man with Two Lives directed by Phil Rosen and starring Edward Norris;

Drama Movie Marathon Volume 8: 8 Movie Pack

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Drama Movie Marathon Volume 8: 8 Movie Pack

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BONUS: Each movie comes with a portable-media friendly version that can be downloaded to your Apple iPod!
Eight feature films on four DVDs
The Great Dan Patch;The Man Who Had Influence;Indiscretion of an American Wife;Lola;High Voltage;Heartbeat;Hells House;The Emperor Jones;

ASIN: B000GWD2I4

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The legends of Drama are gathered here for you in this definitive DVD collection of some of the greatest Drama classics to ever come out of Hollywood. This 8 DVD collection is sure to provide you with countless hours of entertainment. Drama Movie Marathon Volume 8: 8 Movie Pack includes: The Great Dan Patch directed by Joseph Newman and starring Dennis O'Keefe; The Man Who Had Influence directed by and starring Robert Sterling; Indiscretion of an American Wife directed by Vittorio De Sica and starring Montgomery Clift; Lola directed by Richard Donner and starring Charles Bronson; High Voltage directed by Howard Higgin and starring William Boyd; Heartbeat directed by Sam Wood and starring Ginger Rogers; Hells House directed by Howard Higgin and starring Bette Davis; The Emperor Jones directed by Dudley Murphy and starring Paul Robeson;

Mystery Movie Marathon Volume 6: 8 Movie Pack

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Mystery Movie Marathon Volume 6: 8 Movie Pack

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BONUS: Each movie comes with a portable-media friendly version that can be downloaded to your Apple iPod!
Eight feature films on four DVDs
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ASIN: B000GW56A6

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The legends of Mystery are gathered here for you in this definitive DVD collection of some of the greatest Mystery classics to ever come out of Hollywood. This 8 DVD collection is sure to provide you with countless hours of entertainment. Mystery Movie Marathon Volume 6: 8 Movie Pack includes: Bulldog Drummonds Peril directed by James Hogan and starring John Howard; Dick Tracy vs. Cueball directed by Gordon Douglas and starring Morgan Conway; Sherlock Holmes: A Study in Scarlet directed by Edwin L. Marin and starring Reginald Owen; The Kennel Murder Case directed by William Curtiz and starring William Powell; Quicksand directed by Irving Pichel and starring Mickey Rooney; The Man on the Eiffel Tower directed by Burgess Meredith and starring Burgess Meredith; Jigsaw directed by Fletcher Markle and starring Franchot Tone; Scarlet Street directed by Fritz Lang and starring Edward G. Robinson

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