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Lord of War [Blu-ray] 
Actors : Nicolas Cage, Bridget Moynahan, Jared Leto, Shake Tukhmanyan, Jean-Pierre Nshanian
Director : Andrew Niccol
Studio : Lions Gate
by Lions Gate
Brand : Lionsgate
Release Date : 2006-06-27
Publisher : Lions Gate
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 0031398191506
UPC : 031398191506
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 202 reviews)
List Price : $29.99
Our Price : $14.99
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Product Description |
Lionsgate Lord Of War (Blu-ray)
Chance leads Yuri Orlov to discover his one talent - illegal arms dealing.With his brother's help, he reaches the top of the trade, supplying anyone whose check clears. His skills and quick wits bring him everything he's ever wanted - and help him elude a persistent Interpol agent. But at the peak of his prowess, he discovers his customers might demand more than he can give... and those he's trying to protect could become deadly liabilities. |
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Americancivilwar.com |
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The lethal business of arms dealers provides an electrifying context for the black-as-coal humor of Andrew Niccol's Lord of War. Having proven his ingenuity as the writer of The Truman Show, and writer-director of Gattaca and the under-appreciated Simone, Niccol is clearly striving for Strangelovian relevance here as he chronicles the rise and inevitable fall of Yuri Orlov (Nicolas Cage), a Ukrainian immigrant to America who makes his fortune selling every kind of ordnance he can get his amoral hands on. With a trophy wife (Bridget Moynahan) who's initially clueless about his hidden career, and a younger brother (Jared Leto) whose drug-addled sense of decency makes him an ill-chosen accomplice, Yuri traffics in death the way other salesman might push vacuum cleaners (he likes to say that alcohol and tobacco are deadlier products than his), but even he can't deny the sheer ruthlessness of the Liberian dictator (a scene-stealing Eamonn Walker) who purchases Orlov's "products" to expand his oppressive regime. Niccol's themes are even bigger than Yuri's arms deals, and he drives them home with a blunt-force lack of subtlety, but Cage gives the film the kind of insanely dark humor it needs to have. To understand this monster named Yuri, we have to see at least a glimpse of his humanity, which Cage provides as only he can. Otherwise, this epic tale of gunrunnng would be as morally unbearable as the black market trade it illuminates. --Jeff Shannon |
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Based on reality and truly scarier than one can imagine |
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This is yet another movie warning us of our current state of affairs in this world of war profiteering. Nicholas cage plays the roll of a War merchant who sells to anyone no matter what side they are on or who they harm. This story is based on a real life arms dealer adn real events occuring now. |
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When Are Viewers Going To Understand? This IS A Magnificant, Must See, True "Reality" Show! |
"Lord of War" is a wake up call for all people; it is a movie that emotionally effects the viewer and spotlights the reality of war that the mass media, educational systems, and social structure do not want you to understand. The first time I viewed this movie I found myself in complete disbelief that Hollywood had actually been able to release this film, because it is the ultimate "Reality" show: so truthful it is scary. In fact, without the cynical, often gut-wrenching, humor, the film would be "too real" to consider "entertainment." I believe that it is this "ultra realism" that has lead to reviews that are, as stated by another reviewer, NAIVE--or cynical at best. That there are more reviews with four or fewer stars attests to the inability/refusal of viewers to pay attention to what they are watching. "Lord of War" is definitely not pure, unabashed indulgence of one's senses, but a film that requires listening and watching--engaging the film; not passing the time.
As a former Combat Engineer Officer who was "courted" more than a few times by "gun buyers" and mercenaries--no I never got involved--I can assure you, like Robert D. Steele in his review, I have seen it all; and to the degree that I was ordered to abandon and bury weapons, ammunitions, and other military equipment, I was an unwilling participant in bringing war to others.
The script is superb; the acting is so seamless, that it is easy to see how other reviewers describe the acting as something short of completely poor performances. Again, Robert D. Steele puts it most succinctly: "This is a first rate movie with some truly extraordinary visuals and some truly extraordinary lines." It is unfortunate that politics, personal beliefs, and a general lack of interest in understanding the world we live in must overwhelm potential viewer's interest, and thereby distract or prevent them from viewing, such a distinctly unique and powerful movie as "Lord of War." When you watch the film, instead of thinking there is no way it could happen, stop and ask yourself: If this is really happening, what does it mean to me, my family, and my friends--not to mention nation? Then look at the research and the facts out there, and you will see that "Lord of War" is truly entertainment (at its' best) imitating reality; that "Lord of War" is a movie you can watch over and over as a reality check that entertains and engages you, the viewer.
Additionally, the 2-Disc Special Edition provides documentary follow-up to the statements and information made in the movie. While these features were not "news" to me, they have proven very beneficial for helping others who view the film as "too far fetched to be true," despite their keen awareness of my past and knowledge of such events. They definitely add to the credibility of the movie for many. So, hopefully, more people will be encouraged to venture into true "reality," and view this film--either for the first time, or with a "new" understanding of what the "Lord of War" is about.
Update--1 July 2008: If this review was not helpful to you, I would appreciate learning the reason(s) so I can improve my reviews. My goal is to provide help to potential buyers, not get into any arguments. So, if you only disagree with my opinion, could you please say so in the comments and not indicate that the review was not helpful. Thanks. |
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Lord of War is HD DVD!! |
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I checked to see if this film which I rented from Netflix in HD DVD was available on Americancivilwar in that format and it isn't. Too bad because this film is one of Nick Cage's better efforts. Produced by him as well, Cage has a great role as an Russian-American who discovers the way to wealth is thru selling arms. Of course he doesn't figure the enormous cost it will eventually lead him to but that's one of the intriguing outcomes of this absorbing film. The narrative is done in the style of Scorsese's "Goodfellows" and is effective plus the supporting cast (Jared Leto, Ian Holm, Bridget Monihan) is excellent. Anyway the transfer I saw in HD is excellent and I figure the same goes for the Blu-ray version of this film. Recommended for Cage enthusiasts!! |
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Superb Cautionary Tale |
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This is what happens when you create a fight, but won't accept responsibility for your actions. Nicolas Cage plays a gunrunner who will sell any weapon to anyone-all under the table so that the major arms selling countries like the US have plausible denial when wars begin. This movie works on many levels, as a tale of misbegotten fortune, a political thriller, and action, action, action. Some humor too. Well rounded, reality-based and attracive, this is a super buy. |
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When Will Hollywood Make Good Movies Again? |
Nick Cage's 2006 drama "Lord of War" collapses into oblivion the notion that contemporary Hollywood makes interesting movies. Although Cage gives this plot-less dud an admirable (sometimes funny-sometimes serious) performance. This anti-gun movie trips over itself to become anti-movie movie.
In almost everyway this movie misses the mark trying to make a point. There are so many poignant opportunities but, alas, all are ignored. The producers simply didn't get an idea. Also, there is hardly anything original with "Lord of War" (same old guns are bad clichés, the usual Africa is only a place of war and AIDs, and the typical American laws and authorities must be ignored for good to prevail, blah, blah, blah...). Is Cage really this anti-American?
Everyone knows arms dealing is bad, so why not address issues that will help to end it? This movie doesn't say anything except that the evil United States is the world's largest arms merchant. One is left to wonder, because a plot doesn't ensue to bring home any point, "so what?"
It seems that the American motion picture industry has lost it way. Too bad, there are a huge variety of original opportunities for screenplays. People want to go to the movies. But, with odd flicks like this one emerging, there's no theater-going incentive.
Don't bother with "Lord of War"... Cage is much better in his other recent work (National Treasure 1 & 2, etc). Someone tell me, when will Hollywood make good movies again?
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