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Romancing the Stone / Jewel of the Nile by Lewis Teague, Robert Zemeckis
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DVD Cover InformationActor: Alfonso Arau, Danny DeVito, Kathleen Turner, Michael Douglas, Zack Norman Director: Lewis Teague, Robert Zemeckis Brand: TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENT Writer: Diane Thomas Writer: Howard Franklin Writer: Lawrence Konner Writer: Lem Dobbs Writer: Mark Rosenthal Writer: Treva Silverman DVD: Region Code 1 Audio: French (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); English (Original Language) Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen Picture Format: 2.35:1 Running Time: 212 minutes DVD Release Date: 2006-08-29 Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Studio: 20th Century Fox
Movie Reviews of Romancing the Stone / Jewel of the NileMovie Review: Always Fun...Check Individual Prices For Best Deal Summary: 5 Stars
If you loved "Romancing The Stone" and can hardly pass the TV without stopping to watch when it's on, then you might want to consider this 2-pack. RTS alone is a five star film on it's own.It is one that is as enjoyable the 50th time you watch as it was the first. Then follow the adventures of Jack, Joan and Ralph to Africa in "Jewel Of The Nile".The only problem is...you'll have a heck of a time trying to decide what genre to put them in. There's something for everybody. Action-Adventure, Comedy, and Romance. It's a Caper and a Cliffhanger.
Here's the story for those that may have missed this gem....
Joan Wilder(Kathleen Turner)is a romance novelist who's hopes and dreams are to be swept off her feet by a man like Jessie, the hero of her adventurous stories. She's about to have her own adventure though, one that includes a man, well... not quite like Jessie,but a hero in his own way, Jack T. Colton(Michael Douglas). He has dreams too. And he's into "short-cuts" to make them come true.
After coming into possession of a mysterious treasure map, Joan finds herself in the jungles of Columbia. She must use the map to bargain for her kidnapped sister's life. Things are not going smoothly though. All kinds of villains are after the map. Enter Jack to the rescue, but are his intentions to help her or is he also after the treasure at the end of the map?? Find out as things go downhill(literally), they are swinging from vines, fighting off crocodiles, and are all the time being chased by bad cops and bumbling thieves, including the likes of Danny DeVito!
"Jewel Of The Nile" is the sequel to this fun adventure, and although a bit on the predictable side, and maybe not one that you'll watch as often as RTS,(I would probably give it 3 1/2 stars on it's own),it's a chance to see these three great stars back in action again,this time being chased and romancing their way across Africa.
Joan and Jack have been living together on his boat for six months already.Jack wants to take off and see the world, Joan has a bit of a writer's block and wants more from life. Opportunity knocks on her door when a powerful Sheik wants her to write his story. She's wisked off to Africa, leaving a brooding Jack behind, and immediately finds herself in the midst of a mysterious,intriguing and very dangerous situation involving an all powerful "Jewel". But have no fear, Jack is warned of the danger his beloved is in and is off to save her. Ralph(DeVito),who has been lurking about and hears the word "Jewel" is not going to be left out this time, and tags along as well. An added bonus to this one are the fabulous Flying Karamazov Brothers juggling troupe, who jazz up this film a little with their entertaining skills.
Finally available in a packaged deal on DVD, it would be nice if the special features were listed, so fans of theses films could decide if it is worth the upgrade to a "special edition".
Also these two "special edition" are both sold separately. It may be worth the time to check the prices from Amazon and the outside sellers to see which way is the best deal(including shipping costs)
Fun, Romance,Adventure,Great Location shoots, and three great stars to spend action-packed hours with....go for it..and enjoy....Laurie
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Man With One Red Shoe
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Goin South
Summary of Romancing the Stone / Jewel of the NileStudio: Tcfhe Release Date: 08/29/2006
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