The Final Countdown (Widescreen Edition)
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Movie Reviews of The Final Countdown (Widescreen Edition)
Movie Review: The Final Countdown, Simply enjoyable entertainment
Summary: 4 Stars
As an aviation writer with 113 published titles, including a current one on the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, I have specialized in naval aviation. Generally, I get quite impatient with movies that are very inaccurate when it comes to technical details, but "The Final Countdown" is different. The Final Countdown (Widescreen Edition) With a storyline involving a time warp that takes a nuclear powered aircraft carrier back to December 1941 and the attack on Pearl Harbor, the basic premise is science fiction rather than anything historical or documentary. Therefore, it really doesn't matter that there is little attention to the accuracy I usually like to see given respect by a film maker. Instead, this movie is just easy entertainment that is enjoyable. The acting isn't great. Kirk Douglas was 63 when he made the movie, 15 to 20 years older than a carrier captian would be in real life, and the script leaves a lot to be desired in places. But the film is still enjoyable if the viewer simply accepts it for what it is. Perhaps the best part is the music score, while the worst is the narrative of the cinematographer in the "special features" section of the DVD. Along with "Somewhere in Time," it is the best of the movies I have seen with a time warp theme. Science fiction fans and naval aviation buffs will surely find it to their liking.Movie Review: The Spinal Countdown
Summary: 5 Stars
Yes, my friends it will truely be the SPINAL countdown as you watch this great film, as you will NOT want to leave your sitting position as you are sucked into the vortex of this movie. I loved it, great fun. Aviation buffs take note, there is great attention to detal here. Martin Sheen is very convincing as the "expert" sent aboard to observe operations. Then comes the trip back to 1941. The film is engaging and it is fun and features the F-14 (of top gun fame) Who could ask for anything more? Simon says check it out! One final thing, am I the only one who LOVES the sound of the helicopter blades turning as Martin Sheen steps aboard the helicopter for the first time? They sound SO COOL. Do helicopters still sound like this? If not why not? Anyhow, check it out! Movie Review: Excellent popcorn movie
Summary: 4 Stars
If you're looking for a popcorn movie from the 80's, then this is your movie. This sci-fi combines the elements of a well-written script with decent action. The areal sequences are phenomenal. This is the first and probably only time in which you will witness a modern-day F14 Tomcat and a WWII Mitsubishi Zero on the same screen. Kirk Douglas and Martin Sheen both do a remarkably good job in this flick. Movie Review: Great action packed movie with special effects.
Summary: 5 Stars
One of my favorite movies of all time. Good actors, and actress. Great plot, and good story line. Good filming and direction. A must to have...Movie Review: The Final Countdown
Summary: 4 Stars
After catching bits and pieces on TV for years I finally rented this and I am glad I did. Great cast and decent story make this worth seeing. It is indeed a "What if?" story about the aircraft carrier Nimitz being transported in time back to 1941 right before Pearl Harbor was attacked. We know all this before watching it but it is interesting to see how it unfolds. Kirk Douglas, Martin Sheen, Katherine Ross, and the rest the cast do a fine job. I recommend this one for the whole family. This is one you can safely purchase and without any concern for someone being offended. Good quality DVD with decent replaybility.