The Real Casino

Starring:Real Casino
Studio: Sub Rosa Studios
Product Type: DVD

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Jack goes back!
Jack in the Beanstock the Real Story
Better than the fictional version
A cool twist on an old tale
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Jack and the Beanstalk - The Real Story
Starring: Richard Attenborough , Bill Barretta , Nicholas Beveney , Honor Blackman , and Roger Blake
Manufacturer: Lions Gate
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ASIN: B00005UW87
Release Date: 2002-02-05

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This ambitious miniseries begins with Jack's descendant (Matthew Modine) and works its way backward to the story of the original young man and the beanstalk. Because the first Jack used that towering vine to steal a giant's magic goose and harp, an entire world was reduced to poverty and a bloodline was cursed--all Robinson men die in their 40s, and the modern-day Jack is around that age. Fortunately, Ondine (Mia Sara), a visitor from the giant's alternative reality, has a plan. If she and Jack can recover the stolen items in time, they may be able to solve both problems. The made-for-TV movie boasts top stars (including Vanessa Redgrave and Jon Voight) and Jim Henson's Creature Shop's nifty special effects. Although children younger than 10 may find the complex narrative confusing and the implied violence scary, Jack and the Beanstalk is an inventive retelling that adds new life to an old story. --Kathleen C. Fennessy

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Jack goes back!.......2007-06-08

This was a fun movie that Hallmark Entertainment put out for family TV. The graphics in the modern day "giant land" were excellent and the story takes a surprising twist as the movie goes on (although Jack's friend and advisor turned out to be somewhat predictable). Probably not a good choice for small kids, although my five year old enjoyed it. She has older brothers who watch Star Wars movies and others of that ilk, so this was probably pretty tame for her. The giant and a small amount of insinuated violence might be a little scary for some little ones, but others might do just fine. I give it a B+.

Jack in the Beanstock the Real Story.......2007-05-13

A must see. Story is really intreging and fun.

Better than the fictional version.......2007-05-05

Really.... a must have for the characters, scenery and up to date plot.

A cool twist on an old tale.......2007-03-21

This movie has been a favorite of my family since it first aired. I love how they tie in financial responsibility and an old fairy tale. The twist making the giant the good guy was and showing Jack for the theif he always was is great. I love Vanessa Redgrave's part; her ability to show dignity on screen was clear. Jon Voight's comedic side was also apparent in his role.

That said, the plot is very slow, particularly in the beginning. I also think the ending was a bit abrupt. Personally, I would have liked to see more of the giants world. Overall, though, I would definitly recommend this to families with kids over 8 (younger children may not have the attention span needed for the slow plot).

The Real Review.......2007-03-10

Plain and simple, this is a new take on an old story. It is clever and inventive, though perhaps a little slow moving. There's not a lot of action, and the emotional content is a little lacking, not to mention a ridiculous accent from Jon Voight. And yet I really liked this story. The flash backs shown through different people's perspectives keeps you guessing, and the special effects are well done. This is just a fun tale, though I think it might bore younger children.

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the Real Casino
great doc about the mob

The Real Casino
Starring: Real Casino
Manufacturer: Sub Rosa Studios
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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the Real Casino.......2007-04-02

This is the real thing, with the real people involved during the mob involvement of the Las Vegas Casino history, I wish the author could be recognized after such an undertaking,What's next? Raymond

great doc about the mob.......2005-04-22

I feel I was let in on a secret I didn't want to know about. Compelling, disturbing, and ultimately sad to see the reality behind these damaged people. But, still peppered with a few humurous dashes like the "Rat a Tat Tat" cutaway. For a doc pretty stylish in both the camera work and editing. The cinematography was very well presented. Fast scene changes evoked the warning of watch your back. Unexpected movements in the film highlighted the dangerous and violent theme of mobster life. Fitting the topic, the film was also a little dark. Shifts from color to black and white were dramatic and well placed. The Real Casino was an interesting and entertaining look at how real mobsters rationalize their environment and justify their lives. A must for anyone into mob lore. Check out both the deleted scenes and the making of...

Back Home Years Ago: THE REAL CASINO (2001)

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Back Home Years Ago: THE REAL CASINO (2001)

ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

running time: 74 minutes
A Full Color Documentary
Special Features include making of / behind the scenes

ASIN: B000R900PO

[4 Mafia Flicks] MOB WAR (Jake La Motta) / ESCAPE FROM DEATH ROW (Lee Van Cleef) / FAMILY ENFORCER (Joe Pesci) / THE REAL CASINO "Documentary" *more frightening than GoodFellas or Casino*

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[4 Mafia Flicks] MOB WAR (Jake La Motta) / ESCAPE FROM DEATH ROW (Lee Van Cleef) / FAMILY ENFORCER (Joe Pesci) / THE REAL CASINO "Documentary" *more frightening than GoodFellas or Casino*

ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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Digitally Remastered For Superior Picture Quality
FULL FRAME
Dolby Digital Sound AC-3
Chapter Stops / scene selections
interactive menus

ASIN: B000H5IJS8

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