Moby Dick

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Moby Dick my review
Haven't bought it yet...but was excited to see in on DVD
A classic movie - all kids should see
Moby Dick
Huston + Melville

Moby Dick
Starring: Gregory Peck , Richard Basehart , Leo Genn , James Robertson Justice , and Harry Andrews
Director: John Huston
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ASIN: B00005AUKA
Release Date: 2001-06-19

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There are so many things right about this 1956 production of Moby Dick, it's a shame it is remembered for the one (debatable) thing wrong with it. As Captain Ahab, the bearded, one-legged, insanely obsessed whaler, Gregory Peck has often been called miscast. The mild, level-headed Peck had many talents, but the volcanic eruptions of Ahab seemed beyond him--even Peck himself felt he was a bad fit for the part after he finished playing it. (Pauline Kael opined that Peck looked like "a stock-company Lincoln.") Yet Peck's quiet brooding works an intriguing variation on the fiery character. John Huston, a director with a taste for location shooting, had his hands full with the difficult open-water filming in Ireland and the Canary Islands ("The catalogue of misadventures was unbelievable," he later wrote). Since Ahab is chasing the rare white whale, three false whales had to be constructed, two of which were lost at sea. For all the miscues, the film is amazingly controlled, and especially beautiful to look at: Huston and cinematographer Oswald Morris developed an unusual color process meant to suggest old whaling engravings. The director wrote the script with the science fiction writer Ray Bradbury, an inspired choice to adapt Herman Melville's epic novel. Richard Basehart plays the narrator, Ishmael, and Orson Welles provides a wonderful single-scene role as Father Mapple, declaiming the mysteries of the sailor's life in a thundering sermon. --Robert Horton

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Moby Dick my review.......2007-06-18

Moby Dick is a great book, The movie version is good. Gregory Peck may not have been right for Captain Ahab,but was good enough to show the revenge maddend whaler as the villan of the film. The cast does a good job, Ishmael and Quequeg were well played. The special effecects were good its easy topull for Moby Dick over Ahab. Moby Dick is great look at not only whaling but obsession, hate, and the grim stuggle whalers faced at sea.

Haven't bought it yet...but was excited to see in on DVD.......2007-03-22

I saw the original in the theater. I must have the DVD. It was great in the theater. When Capt is snagged in the harpoon lines on the side of the whale, the entire theater gasped. It was cinematic history!

The popcorn was better back then too.

A classic movie - all kids should see.......2007-01-09

I've read the book many times, have owned a VHS copy for years and finally decided to breakdown and but a DVD copy.
Got 2 teenage boys and managed to convince them this was worth watching. We watched it together and although compared to the production quality of today's flicks, they were glued to the plasma display.
And talked about for several days after.

Moby Dick.......2006-11-10

One of Gregory Pecks finest roles other then in To kill a Mockingbird.
He was captain Ahab. Great story line, very true to Melvilles novel.
I read Moby Dick in high school and as a college project, now I see even more clearly what melville was talking about.
"I'll get thee whale", you had better believe it!

Huston + Melville.......2006-09-27

The best recreation nowadays of Melville's immortal novel was put in images by John Huston who wrote too the script in inspirated collaboration with the great science-fiction story-teller Ray Bradbury. Although we're talking of a condensed adaptation ( the book is full of historical reviews, philosophical arguments and includes a list of book quotations concerning whales and numerous appendixes about cethology ) Huston touchs the essence and all the high moments of this tremendous story plenty of biblic's resonances about an obsessive man who has sold his soul in his anxiety of hunting the whale Moby Dick, a white Leviathan, probably a symbol of his irrational and obstinate hope of revenge or maybe a number of our indifferent and cruel universe. Orson Welles, who had told several times his wish of shooting this unforgettable story, appears brevely as the father Marple at the beginning of the film. The experimental colour treatment of its images collaborates to the haunted tone that cross over all the film.

This DVD edition respects the original aspect ratio ( 1.33: 1 )

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Melville Light
English teacher gives this DVD a "C"
IT'S A BIG PEG LEG TO FILL!
Great for High School English Students
Reviewer: Big Zach! NOT A KIDS REVIEW! although a kid!

Moby Dick
Starring: Henry Thomas , Bruce Spence , Hugh Keays-Byrne , Robin Cuming , and Shane Feeney-Connor
Director: Franc Roddam
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ASIN: 1574925784
Release Date: 1998-08-18

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Patrick Stewart makes his entrance late into this telefilm, stringy hair hanging from under his three-cornered hat, his peg leg tapping out his arrival on deck. This Captain Ahab is a hard, driven man--you can see it in his burning eyes--and there's no question he has the resolve and the mad devotion to complete his quest at all costs: kill the white whale that took his leg. Franc Roddam's mini-series adaptation of Herman Melville's classic novel (filmed previously by John Huston in 1956) manages its budget wisely: a judicious use of digital effects creates a terrifying vision of the great white whale, and Roddam's eye captures a near-epic quality. Henry Thomas's earnest performance as the young seaman Ishmael can't compete with Stewart's intensity, and Gregory Peck's cameo as Father Mapple is a hollow echo of his passionate Ahab from Huston's masterpiece. But the rest of the cast excels, and Roddam's haunting imagery and horrific climax make this a compelling dramatic adventure. --Sean Axmaker

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Melville Light .......2007-01-29

This version certainly does not compare to the other version of Moby Dick, the 1956 version with Gregory Peck starring as the captain bent on revenge. Problems amount with this updated version mainly because it seems to be an attempt at dumbing down or stripping the story to make it more accessible to a wider audience. In making this happen, the producers seemingly beat us over the head with Ishmael's simplicity, Ahab's madness, Starbuck's reluctance and nonconformity, and Queequeg's cartoonishness. The ultimate result is a version which constructs the story accurately, but in a bare-bones way; we are left without much of the depth that Melville's novel depicts.

Still, with my reservations ( mainly because I do teach English literature), this is a version that does have some entertainment value and certainly gives some accurate information to both the characters and the story. There are some enlightening and funny scenes, such as the first meeting between Ishmael and Queequeg in the sleeping quarters and the scene with Queequeg answering for Ishmael as they board the Pequod. Starbuck's character is successfully depicted as a man who reluctantly goes with the mission of hunting the white whale despite his longing to return safe and sound home. As others have noted, Patrick Stewart illustrates Captain Ahab a little over-the-top in terms of his mental balance, but he does have a certain feel to the Ahab we encounter in the novel: he is quick to judge, narrow-minded, revengeful, and unrelenting, and Stewart embodies all of these characteristics in his portrayal.

Understandably, a two-hour movie cannot illustrate the depth at which the actual book works. We don't really get the chance to scrutinize the magnitude of Ahab's vengeance, his opposition to the laws of nature, and the essence of this futile voyage of revenge. Still, for what its worth, this film does have some credibility and merit, and certainly can be used as a tool for both Melville and the novel itself. And, if those aren't your cup of tea, it still has entertainment and moments that make it worthy of viewing. This is Moby Dick and Melville, but stripped a bit down.

3 1/2 stars

English teacher gives this DVD a "C".......2006-05-05

My American Lit class had reached Civil War era literature toward the end of the semester. While I wanted to give them a taste of Melville's classic novel, there was no way they would be able to read a 600 page book in time for the final; so I decided to show the DVD instead. I originally wanted to show the Gregory Peck version, but our school's Media Center only had Patrick Stewart version. I had asked a fellow colleague about showing this DVD, and she said she had a positive experience with it when she showed it to her students the previous year.

Well, while I can't say it was a horrible experience (Students were, by and large, attentive to the movie), it wasn't particularly well done. The acting was uneven: Queequeg and Father Mapple (played by Peck in a cameo role) were very good, but the other characters weren't overly convincing. The most surprising part of the DVD, however, was how poor the special effects were. Given today's technology, I had expected more than a fake-looking tail and the same rubber hump coming out of the water over and over again. Even the kids found these "effects" laughable.

The opening scenes of the DVD were actually quite good. The kids found it humorous when Ishmael suddenly finds out that he is to share his room (and his bed) with the menacing looking Queequeg. This part of the DVD compares favorably with the Peck version, but it's all downhill from there.

The bulk of the blame rests on Patrick Stewart's portrayal of Ahab. Other reviewers have lambasted his performance, and while I can't say it was terrible, he doesn't have the charismatic malevolence to pull it off. The Audience wonders how someone so unconvincing can suck the Pequod's crew down into his own madness; therefore, the acting becomes artificial and the Audience, rather than imagining being part of the story, remains a distant observer. Starbuck, too, seemed more confrontational than I remember when I read "Moby Dick" in college. Secondary characters (Flask, Tashtengo, Dagoo) were almost non-existant; by that, I mean if you hadn't read the book, you wouldn't know who they were in the DVD. There were also certain scenes I didn't care too much for (Trapped in the Artic ice; Storm with St. Elmo's fire), but overall, a decent movie.

Definitely, a VERY difficult book to adapt. Director did keep as much action as possible, so my students weren't bored with the movie, but if I had to do it all over again, I much prefer the Gregory Peck version (which I recently viewed). Your money is better served buying THAT version rather than this one.

IT'S A BIG PEG LEG TO FILL!.......2006-01-21

It's always interesting to watch actors in their attempts to overcome the stigma of being typecast. I suppose it is a serious problem. After all, apocryphal accounts abound about actors who, having played a too memorable part in a movie, such as the woman who played the Wicked Witch of the West in the Wizard of Oz, end up unemployed because no one can see them as anything else.

Enter Patrick Stewart. Of late he has thrown himself at such improbable and botched roles as Henry II in a remake of THE LION IN WINTER and Ebenezer Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL. As bad as these two mistakes were, neither comes remotely close to his misguided decision to assume the role of Ahab in the new MOBY DICK. What emerges is failure before the opening credits have even run their course. I've said it before; you just cannot remake or replace perfection. Gregory Peck's masterful portrayal of Ahab in the 1956 production of MOBY DICK set a standard that has become a generic when discussing or considering the character of Ahab. Period! As good an actor as Stewart can be, as evidenced by his character-defining work in STAR TREK and his portrayal of a Western King Lear in KING OF TEXAS, he just doesn't even come close to pulling it off here. Instead his performance is totally laughable if not consummately pathetic!

I hope that this is the last attempt to supplant the original. Mr. Stewart needs to take a deep breath and accept that he just isn't fit to remake every classic role under the sun. And when it comes to this story, and there's certainly no shame in admitting it, it's a big peg leg to fill!

THE HORSEMAN

Great for High School English Students.......2005-11-29

Note: This review is by a high school English Teacher.

When the time came for my students to see a film version of "Moby Dick," I bought both the 1950's film and this one on DVD. After watching both of them carefully, I decided that this newer offering would have much more appeal to my students than the older film.

I seem to have been right, and I think it is safe to say that the 1950's film can now be retired, except for film buffs and the curious.

I especially liked the fact that the American Indian and South Sea Island characters in this film were actually played by people who appear to be part of those societies. In the 1950's film, they are played by what looks to be white factory workers from upstate New York wearing lots of makeup. This would have been very annoying and distracting to my diverse group of students.

As for other reviewers' comments about Patrick Stewart's performance, my feeling is that he nailed it. As Starbuck says, "to seek revenge against a dumb brute that only bit thee out of blindest instinct is blasphemy..." Ahab is someone who sees the idea of resigning oneself to a negative twist of fate as repellant. He is someone who would rather burn to a crisp than ask a higher power for rain. The thing that drives him isn't just obsession; it is rebellion against the infinite.

In psychological terms, Ahab gave all of his power to the whale, and enslaved his life and destiny to it when it was not rationally necessary for him to do so. He is like a small child who has had his lollipop taken away, and who has thrown himself on the floor, absolutely determined to be inconsolable by anything or anyone. Stewart captures that aspect of Ahab perfectly, and it led to some very constructive paper writing and classroom discussion.

I only withhold the fifth star because I wish this film was a longer "Director's Cut" version, covering more of the book than it currently does.

Reviewer: Big Zach! NOT A KIDS REVIEW! although a kid!.......2005-08-25

Dont bother with this crap! It is one of the worst if not the worst! Movies that I have ever seen! It has bad acting,story and it is so so boring! I dont understand the point of this movie! TERRIBLE! DONT BOTHER!

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Absolutely loved it ! ! !
A Brilliant Theater Performance
Future Acting Cult Classic !!

Moby Dick
Starring: Jack Aranson
Director: Director: Paul Stanley
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Moby Dick
Moby Dick: The True Story
Shakespeare - The Winter's Tale / Royal Shakespeare Company, Barbican Theatre
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Moby-Dick: or, The Whale (Penguin Classics)

ASIN: B000CEBJC2
Release Date: 2006-05-19

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The most authentic version of Herman Melville's classic best seller ever produced. Old Vic trained actor Jack Aranson gives life to Melville's poetic Shakespearean dialogue. Its a high lofty prose with many layers of meaning similar to the Bible.Newly mastered DVD first released in November 2005 through Amazon.It was produced by veteran Producer John Robert and Directed by Paul Stanley who spent over 20 years as a DGA Director on 100 high profile TV series including Hallmark Hall of Fame. "As Ahab,Mr Aranson takes on stature. He reaches up to confront the stars.His chest expands. His voice is a trumpet, roaring over the sound of the sea. His eyes glitter with frenzy. It is a brilliant performance." Elliot Norton, Boston Herald American "To devise a version of MOBY DICK as a . . .theatre piece comes under the heading of 'They said it coundn't be done.'Jack Aranson has done it superbly." TIME magazine Re: Jack Avanson, Star: "As Ahab...it is a brilliant performance."

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Absolutely loved it ! ! !.......2006-03-08

Absolutely loved it! Great acting, extremely educational, great for the family and for actors that want to polish their skills. Two thumbs UP and 5 stars!

A Brilliant Theater Performance.......2006-02-07

This is not a movie version of Herman Melville's MOBY DICK; it is a single actor on a stage, in front of an audience, playing all roles. You might think this wouldn't be enjoyable, but for a mature viewer seeking to squeeze the essence out of the book, this is quite worth while. The actor is brilliant, shifting characters in a blink. One deeply experiences the personalities of the main characters, especially Ahab; you can feel the mad rage pouring forth from Ahab.

Future Acting Cult Classic !!.......2005-12-28

Captain Ahab as done by Jack Aranson may be the finest Ahab ever put to film. Jack captures Herman Melville's blank verse. This is a DVD you will watch over and over for the insights contained in MOBY DICK.This is not a sea story- this is the classic story of where pride and arrogance will lead you.The tail is biblical in scope.This is a DVD for the family collection. This is a chance to see some great acting!!

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Discovery Channel's - Moby Dick, the True Story
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ASIN: B000B7C082

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PLOT SUMMARY: Herman Melville's classic 1851 sea tale about the vengeful sea Captain Ahab (Stewart) who seeks to kill the great white whale who took his leg and is willing to forego the safety and endurance of his crew to do it. The tale is told from the vantage of the only surviving member, Ishmael (Henry Thomas), a young man who joins the crew of the Pequod for his first seafaring voyage with the aid of his harpoonist friend, Queequeeg (Piripi Waretin). [IMDB - John Sacksteder] ++++ DVD FEATURES: This officially licensed release from South Korea is NTSC "All Region" Code 0 (playable worldwide); 2.35 Widescreen format and Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround Sound, in ENGLISH with optional (removable) English, Korean and Spanish subtitles. Includes Interactive Menus, Scene Access, Cast & Crew Info, Production Notes, and the featurette: "Thar She Blows!" on the Making of Moby Dick. (To access the DVD-ROM special features you must be running Windows 95 or higher on a PC capable of reading DVD movies; a CD-ROM drive will not work; some features may require internet access).

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Oh dear.......2005-09-25

One of the problems with Moby Dick as a novel is that it is more of a philosophical essay rather than a straight narative. Of the 133 chapters, only the last two chapters as well as the first few, tell the very famous story of the chasing of the white whale. Melville is less interested in character development than commentary making it a very difficult and complex read to truly absorb the entire message. The point is, this is NOT an easy book to make into a film.
In this latest version, Patrick Stewart takes the helm, not as Captain Pickard of Star Trek, but the famous Captain Ahab. Unfortunately, the producers obviously told Mr. Stewart that Captain Ahab is chasing after a great white ham and he must play it accordingly. Stewart the loyal actor, takes the advice, and hams it up so badly that the film is almost unwatchable. On top of that, nothing new is added to this version but you may not notice that since Stewart's performance gets so much in the way of everything else, that he makes William Shatner seem like an understated actor.
About the only highlight is Gregory Peck (who makes a great cameo in this version as the minister) appears. Peck more properly captured the bitter, somber obsession of Ahab in the 1956 version as compared to Stewart who never seems to really know how to play this part. It's unfortunate because Stewart really can act, but I suspect ego may have gotten in the way of this one!
Finally let me not put the entire blaim on Stewart. The reality is that this version just doesn't work and I can't blaim the production team too much as Moby Dick is a brutally hard novel to bring to the screen.

Hallmark TV Classics Collection II (Arabian Nights/Jason and the Argonauts/The Lost Empire/Moby Dick/The Odyssey)

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Excellent
A must have for any DVD collector
A Wonderful Movie Collection To Own

Hallmark TV Classics Collection II (Arabian Nights/Jason and the Argonauts/The Lost Empire/Moby Dick/The Odyssey)
Starring: Armand Assante , Greta Scacchi , Isabella Rossellini , Bernadette Peters , and Eric Roberts
Director: Andrei Konchalovsky , Steve Barron , and Nick Willing
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Excellent.......2007-04-05

This set is worth buying just for "Jason and the Argonauts." The "Arabian Nights" is a delight. "Moby Dick" and "The Odyssey" were very nicely mounted, but somehow a little less fun than the first two. As for "The Lost Empire" it was a great movie, but somehow didn't fit with the rest. Perhaps because it was based on a Chinese tale, or perhaps because of the notes of realism (the story is framed by modern events) that were jarring in what is essentially a "fairy tale."

As all reviewers have noted, these are handsomely mounted with not apparent sparing of expenses. Great attention to detail in costuming and settings. Also the stories, particular "The Arabian Nights" move at a clip that is brisker than one expects in made-for-TV movies. I do wish that one was 10 hours longer.

These movies are a delight for young and old, though not for sensitive youngsters, for, as in the original works, there are acts of violence and other sorts of despicable behavior.

I bought mine new from Amazon and am sad to see the set is not still available. If you want to collect them do them in roughly this order:

1. Arabian Nights/Jason and the Argonauts
2. The Lost Empire
3. Moby Dick/The Odyssey

A must have for any DVD collector.......2006-03-31

I really bought this set just for Moby Dick, and since it's about the same price for five movies, as it is for a single. I figured this wasn't a bad deal.
Moby Dick, Jason and hte Argonauts, the Lost Empire and the Odyssey are all wonderful movies, but the best in my opinion is Moby Dick. With stars Like Patrick Stewart (STTNG, X-Men 1-3, Ted Levine (Memoirs Of a Geisha, Monk, The Hills have Eyes, Gregory Peck and Henry Thomas (Legend of the Fall,) you cannot help but love this movie. Its a classic movie at its greatest, but don't worry if the time on the box reads 145 minutes. Since I had origionally owned the VHS version which only runs for two of the three hours, I for one was rather worried on getting gyped again. But the DVD version is the full three hours, and after watching it, you won't ever go back to the VHS version ever again. So much of the character and plot development had been cut out, that all you were really getting was just the basics of the film. Definatly not as blood stirring and wonderful.

Again, I highly reccomand this collection for those that love Hallmark movies, good classics or just the intrigue of worlds and centuries long past. Trust me...you'll be glad you spent the money.

A Wonderful Movie Collection To Own.......2002-10-09

As always, Hallmark has out done itself. I Own all of the Hallmark movies available, and it was a sheer delight to add these 5 movies to the collection. The movies combine Myth, Fantasy, Magic & Adventure. In Jason and the Argonauts, Jason embarks on a perilous voyage to fulfill his destiny. The Odyssey braves the terrors of a mysterious world, matching wits with a fantastic array of being both mortal and monstrous. In Moby Dick the captain and the crew go into the unchartered waters of their darkest fears. The Lost Empire has a God who was trapped for 500 years & A powerful monkey king who together battle against an army of demons and other creatures of evil. Arabian Nights brings to life some of the most timeless fables to come down through the ages (Aladdin, Ali Baba, and other larger then life heroes.)

Discovery Channel's - Moby Dick, the True Story

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Depressing!

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Moby Dick
The Revenge of the Whale: The True Story of the Whaleship Essex
Moby Dick
The Loss of the Ship Essex, Sunk by a Whale (Penguin Classics)

ASIN: B00094HUYG

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You don't need to have read Melville's masterpiece to enjoy this documentary from the Discovery Channel. As the title indicates, there really was truth behind the fiction. There may not have been an Ahab, but there was a Captain Pollard from Nantucket. In 1820, he took his crew on a whaling expedition that turned into one of the most famous maritime disasters of all time. It began when an 85-foot whale rammed the Essex and sunk it (an unusual occurrence, since sperm whales are generally peaceful). The crew collected what rations they could and split into three lifeboats. Two boats weren't rescued until after three months of starvation, madness--and cannibalism. The third was never found. The tale is recounted through reenactments, computer graphic imagery, and commentary from experts in the fields of biology, literature, and psychology. Although it's not officially tied to the book In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex, this program makes a terrific companion piece. Recommended for ages 10 and up due to some graphic descriptions of violence. --Kathleen C. Fennessy

Customer Reviews:

Depressing!.......2006-01-12

The stories behind great literature are usually fascinating. This is pretty interesting. But if you don't like sad topics like being lost, death, and cannibalism, then this is not for you. Yes, this documentary speaks of human triumph, but it has heaps of human tragedy as well. If you liked "The Endurance" narrated by Liam Neeson or Tom Hanks' film where he's stranded on a desert island, then this work is for you. History buffs may also really appreciate this work. I guess those that liked "Perfect Storm" would too. Be prepared to learn the truth but have to witness a terribly sad subject matter.

Hakugei ¿ The Legend of the Moby Dick (Vol. 1)

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an intresting anime
I can't believe people haven't written a review about this series

Hakugei ¿ The Legend of the Moby Dick (Vol. 1)
Starring: Hakugei
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Hakugei - Legend of the Moby Dick, Vol. 2: Across the Galaxy
Hakugei - Legend of the Moby Dick, Vol. 3: The Moad Trail
Hakugei - Legend of the Moby Dick, Vol. 4 - Hearts of Steel
Hakugei - Legend of the Moby Dick, Vol. 5 - Death and Rebirth
Hakugei, Vol. 6: The Final Countdown

ASIN: B000B8I9VS
Release Date: 2005-11-29

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The broadcast series Hakugei: Legend of the Moby Dick is set in the distant future, 500 years after the great age of human space exploration. Derelict ships called "whales" drift through the galaxy: rich prizes for the salvage crews known as "whale hunters." Fourteen-year-old Lucky Luck fulfills his dream when he's accepted as an apprentice by Captain Ahab, the greatest hunter of them all. Lucky is still learning his way around The Lady Whisker, when the crew encounters Dew, an android reprogrammed long ago by a mysterious and powerful white being. Hakugei is a somewhat manic attempt to move the clichés of Western seafaring into outer space: The crew consists of colorful misfits, Ahab talks like Captain McCallister on The Simpsons ("Yarrgh!"), and his orders are broadcast by a screeching mechanical parrot. Hakugei has about as much to do with Herman Melville's novel as Harlock Saga does with Wagner's Ring operas. (Rated TV PG, suitable for ages 12 and older: brief nudity, grotesque imagery, violence, alcohol and tobacco use) --Charles Solomon

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Ahab's deadly obsession lives! The year 4699. A young adventurer on a desperate mission sets off to find Captain Ahab and his crew of outlaw whale hunters. Only Ahab can save his home planet from the most horrific beast known throughout the universe: Moby Dick. But first he will need to locate the fugitive Captain and his elusive crew. And if he finds them, will he pass muster to join the toughest crew of whale hunters in the galaxy? And will Ahab agree to risk it all for one more shot at the Great White? Riveting Sci-Fi action in the distant future as Captain Ahab continues his legendary pursuit of MOBY DICK!

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an intresting anime.......2006-04-05

It takes place in space, in the way future, and with an intresting crew of "whale" hunters, "whales" by the way are ships. Captin Abhab and his crew find one day a "whale" with someone attached. that some one is Dew, an andriod from the past that has ties with Moby Dick. and on borde there is another with ties to the white whale whose name is Lucky. what will happen the the crew when everyone is together and the whale is on the lose? well anything and everything.Its really intresting take off of the classic book. not for younger kids.

I can't believe people haven't written a review about this series.......2006-02-02

The year is 4699 (boy that's way in the future). A young adventurer on a desperate mission sets off to find Captain Ahab and his crew of outlaw whale hunters. Only Ahab can save his home planet from the most horrific beast known throughout the universe: Moby Dick.

Now people don't ignor this anime series, be interested!

Charlie Rose with Howard Kurtz; Patrick Stewart (March 12, 1998)

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Charlie Rose with Howard Kurtz; Patrick Stewart (March 12, 1998)

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First, an interview with Howard Kurtz of The Washington Post and author of Spin Cycle about media, propaganda and the Clinton administration. Then, an interview with actor Patrick Stewart about his fascination with the character Ahab in Moby Dick.

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Moby Dick my review
Haven't bought it yet...but was excited to see in on DVD
A classic movie - all kids should see
Moby Dick
Huston + Melville

Moby Dick (Cliffs Notes Version)
Starring: Gregory Peck , Richard Basehart , Leo Genn , James Robertson Justice , and Harry Andrews
Director: John Huston
Manufacturer: MGM (Video & DVD)
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ASIN: B000PMFS50
Release Date: 2007-07-24

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$??it?ctacular retelling of the Herman Melville classic, masterfully directed by John Huston, is unsurpassed in entertainment, imagination and high adventure. From the screenplayby Ray Bradberry and Huston, Moby Dick is a brilliant film (Time). Consumed by an insane rage, Captain Ahab (Gregory Peck) has but one purpose in liferevenge on Moby Dick, the great white whale who maimed and disfigured him. The obsessed skipper of a whaling boat, Ahab uses his command as an excuse to sail the seven seas in an unrelenting search of his prey. Battling a mutinous crew, tropical heat and violent storms, Ahab finally catches up to his quarry and begins a confrontation that culminatesin an epic struggle of non-stop fury...and inevitable doom.

Customer Reviews:

Moby Dick my review.......2007-06-18

Haven't bought it yet...but was excited to see in on DVD.......2007-03-22

A classic movie - all kids should see.......2007-01-09

Moby Dick.......2006-11-10

Huston + Melville.......2006-09-27