Cars Gift Set (Combo Pack with DVD) [Blu-ray]

 

 

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I love cars. It brings out the kid in me but is a great movie. Cars 2 wasn't as good though. Cars is worth buying but Cars 2 isnt unless you have a small child.

The DVD was shipped the next day from when I ordered, and it was exactly as described. It appeared newly packaged and worked when we tried it with the family.

Criticism of this movie is a mystery to me. My kids has so far place this movie on there top ten mini lists. I have yet to see a bad Pixar film (even "A Bug's Life" is still entertaining, for kids anyway) and the only reason that I can think of is how difficult it is to follow a film of such real quality like "The Incredibles". I'm honestly struggling to think of a fault with this film which is bright, colourful, noisy and funny - perfect for the younger members of your family. But there is also more than enough for the adults to enjoy as well, not even mentioning the exceptionally high standard of animation and voice casting. "Cars" introduces us to a world where there are no people and cars are alive (and not just cars - helicopters, SUVs, tractors, you name it).

Once you've adjusted yourself to the quirky world of "Cars" then you're in for a real treat. The first thing you notice is the epic scale of the thing and how wonderful it all looks. Whether it's crowded stands at a stadium or the timeless beauty of the Grand Canyon, Pixar provides further proof (if any were needed) that they are the new masters of animation. Everything is bright and full of colour and life and after a while, you even forget that you're watching a cartoon altogether! I thought that a new standard had been reached in animation with "The Incredibles" but this looks even better than that. The voice casting is also superb, as always, with Newman and Wilson leading a cast of real quality. Even finding Jeremy Clarkson and Michael Schumacher in cameos was a real blast, although American audiences probably would have enjoyed (and recognised) Jay Leno or Mario Andretti a bit more. Some characters maybe weren't as defined as others - low-rider Ramone (Cheech Marin) and 50's cruiser Flo (Jenifer Lewis) weren't as defined as others and didn't feel part of the story - but with so much on screen (especially during the race sequences), it's easy to lose some aspects of the film in the noise and spectacle.

The dialogue is littered with one-liners while references and in-jokes abound (Lightning's tyre, for example, are called "Lightyears"). The pace of the movie also fitted the story - fast and loud at the start, slow and quiet in Radiator Springs - and the whole thing is filled with the typically enthusiastic imagination that Pixar infuse their pictures with. However, for all of the technical brilliance of "Cars", I still prefer "The Incredibles" - it's more fun and doesn't sag in the middle as much as this did. But "Cars" is still a wonderful film and one that appears to have been underrated already by certain other critics. Don't listen to them - this is a family film of genuine class and quality and you'll be missing out if you don't watch it. Vroom-vroom!

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1.0 out of 5 stars Missing DVD in package, but was told "Tough luck"
I spent good money on a blu-ray/DVD package for my 4 year old son and was ripped off. The combo pack was opened and the DVD was pulled out to be sold separately to some other... Read more

Published 2 months ago by Vince

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product
Awesome movie for the whole family, cheapest price for this movie in Blu Ray was on Amazon.ca. Next day free delivery in secure packaging.

Published 4 months ago by CDN-Baller

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!
This is my son's newest favorite movie. He watches it over and over again! A definite keeper, even something here and there to catch adult interest.

Published 5 months ago by Lisa Whillier

5.0 out of 5 stars Cars movie
Product was received on time and in good condition, very
happy with the service for this item. Thank you for an easy transaction

Published 6 months ago by T Russell

5.0 out of 5 stars Cars - 2-Disc BD Combo Pack (BD+DVD) [Blu-ray]
The Canadian version has audio in Spanish and French, and better than the U.S., which has the same cover only has audio and Subtitled in English. Read more

Published 13 months ago by biscoito2b

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Younger Kids
My 3 year old daughter loves this movie and has been watching it since she was 1 1/2. It has everything that she could want. Read more

Published 18 months ago by RobCons

1.0 out of 5 stars No French
I really have to say that I'm disappointed in Disney for not supplying this Bluray edition with multilingual capabilities. It's available on the SD DVD... Read more

Published on April 9 2010 by C. Boulet

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent buy
Bought the same set at Walmart for quite a bit more. My grandson is a "Cars" nut so this is a must have in our family. It is great entertainment for young and old. Read more

Published on April 8 2010 by beckster

4.0 out of 5 stars All in good condition
The film was in good condition and very well packed. I have received it in the previous time. Thanks to the dealer.

Published on Mar 7 2010 by Jacques Maltais

5.0 out of 5 stars What boy doesn't love this movie???
My 3 year old son LOVES LOVES LOVES this movie! Exciting, colourful and full of action! Also fun for adults who watch it and can catch the smaller more subtle references like... Read more

Published on Dec 29 2009 by M. Lebel

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