"I've got one dumb job to do on this show, and I'm doing it"!
Added 10/4/2009
I thought Galaxy Quest was funny, smart and beautifully acted the first time I saw it, and it holds up after repeated viewings. The writing is first-class, essential for any good film. But the talented cast - Alan Rickman, Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Tony Shalhoub, Sam Rockwell and surprise standout, Enrico Colantoni as the lead Thermian - wring every laugh and, yes, every poignant moment out of the script and its unlikely situations. All Star Trek fans should love it for its knowing and affectionate spoof of the shows and sci-fi conventions. But lovers of good writing, fine acting and comedy in general should enjoy this movie too.
The extras are a treat, lots of interviews revealing interesting tidbits, like the way Enrico Colantoni developed the Thermian way of speaking and moving which was then taken up by the other actors playing the aliens. It was funny to learn too that Sigourney Weaver had to fight to get her part because the filmmakers didn't want anyone who had actually done sci-fi! As she says, who better to spoof the genre than someone who's been there and done that? (She's the one whose character has "one dumb job" to do in the TV show the Thermians think is a documentary).
This film, and particularly the deluxe edition DVD, are highly recommended for a good time.
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This movie is a classic. You need it in your library!
Added 9/14/2009
Awesome movie. You should have this movie in your "historical documents" library for the all the generations to come.
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Galaxy Quest
Added 9/7/2009
I was very impressed with this retailer. I complained about the DVD not working and found out, that in fact, it was my DVD player that was the problem. I contacted the retailer and told them not to send the replacement DVD since it was not there fault. They were generous enough to allow me to keep the extra copy at no cost. I gave it to my brother-in-law for his birthday.
Very nice services
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Outstanding, uplifting, sci-fi fun
Added 9/3/2009
This movie should be considered a "classic". I greatly enjoyed it and was surprised to learn it was 10 years old. One of the major themes that resonated with me was the idea that people won't know their true capabilities until they are thrown into a situation where they need to rise to the challenge. Another important point that came across in the movie is that everyone needs to work together to succeed, and that there is nothing wrong with asking for help. This is a movie that is fun and makes you feel good. In the age of dark and pessimistic movies, Galaxy Quest is rare gem.
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A Must Have!
Added 8/23/2009
Galaxy Quest is a must have for those who love Sci-Fi, especially shows like "Star Trek." I was thrilled when I realized I could buy it on DVD. I have the old VHS tape version somewhere.
This follows the story of a cast of an old Sci-Fi (very "Star Trek"-ish) show that are still going to conventions. There's a race of aliens who watch the show and think that it's real. They imploy the help of the cast of the show, having built everything about their culture around it, in order to save their race.
The cast has to come together, putting aside all differences, and try to tackle the situation at hand. They also end up with a better understanding of what had come between their relationships over the last so many decades and also how to better respect their fanbase.
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"I've got one dumb job to do on this show, and I'm doing it"!
Added 10/4/2009
I thought Galaxy Quest was funny, smart and beautifully acted the first time I saw it, and it holds up after repeated viewings. The writing is first-class, essential for any good film. But the talented cast - Alan Rickman, Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Tony Shalhoub, Sam Rockwell and surprise standout, Enrico Colantoni as the lead Thermian - wring every laugh and, yes, every poignant moment out of the script and its unlikely situations. All Star Trek fans should love it for its knowing and affectionate spoof of the shows and sci-fi conventions. But lovers of good writing, fine acting and comedy in general should enjoy this movie too.
The extras are a treat, lots of interviews revealing interesting tidbits, like the way Enrico Colantoni developed the Thermian way of speaking and moving which was then taken up by the other actors playing the aliens. It was funny to learn too that Sigourney Weaver had to fight to get her part because the filmmakers didn't want anyone who had actually done sci-fi! As she says, who better to spoof the genre than someone who's been there and done that? (She's the one whose character has "one dumb job" to do in the TV show the Thermians think is a documentary).
This film, and particularly the deluxe edition DVD, are highly recommended for a good time.
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This movie is a classic. You need it in your library!
Added 9/14/2009
Awesome movie. You should have this movie in your "historical documents" library for the all the generations to come.
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Galaxy Quest
Added 9/7/2009
I was very impressed with this retailer. I complained about the DVD not working and found out, that in fact, it was my DVD player that was the problem. I contacted the retailer and told them not to send the replacement DVD since it was not there fault. They were generous enough to allow me to keep the extra copy at no cost. I gave it to my brother-in-law for his birthday.
Very nice services
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