The use of the map to illustrate the travels of the Pirate Captain is also a stroke of genius. However, there is so much detail that I found myself stopping the DVD to read some of the background information, whether it is the amusing categories on the "Pirate of the Year" application form, the names of the bars and shops in both Blood Island and London or the billboards that offer to get rid of unwanted urchins. Copyright © 1995-2020 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Band of Misfits (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo) by Peter Lord Blu-ray $8.00 Early Man [Blu-ray] by Tom Hiddleston Blu-ray $9.99 Shaun the Sheep Movie [Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD] by Justin Fletcher Blu-ray $5.00 There are plenty of jokes and gags, even ones that adults will appreciate. The characters seem to fall down countless stairs and the gag went on too long. The speed of the jokes and the sophisticated action never overshadow the wildly amusing story and dotingly-thought-out character details. | This movie includes a 18-minute min-movie, " so You Want to Be a Pirate," which is funnier than the main feature. This amount is subject to change until you make payment. The laughs come fast and furious, especially in several elaborate set pieces that include a wild bathtub ride down a seemingly endless staircase, and the bravura finale that swoops and soars through, over, and around Victoria's behemoth of a steampunk sea vessel. This review is from The Pirates! The opening 20 minutes are exceptional and the combination of amusing storyline and the cast of brilliat characters voiced by a very strong collection of actors certainly makes you think this is as good as "Wallace & Gromit." Funny. | Band of Misfits (DVD Used Very Good) PG, The Pirates! See the seller's listing for full details. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. | The Pro's are that is is funny, different, and good for adults to watch as well. It's a movie boys will love and one parents can enjoy too. This movie was a great find. © 2008-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Escape from Planet Earth 3D - Fuyons la Planète Terre [Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy…. My 6 yr. old loved it!! Charles Darwin wants to impress the queen more than anything. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. we think it’s hilarious and the animation is great and the characters are just funny. In short, a very good kid's movie, bot quite a great one, but well worth your time. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Good luck! Compare. His ship's mascot Polly is not a parrot as he and the crew believe, but rather the world's only surviving dodo, so identified by Charles Darwin (David Tennant) when his famous ship the Beagle is attacked by the pirates. Pro Tip: If that works, checkout as fast as you can. See reviews & details on a wide selection of Blu-ray & DVDs, both new & used. Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2017. I never seen it before, and I'm a big fan of Wallace and gromit. He loved it and I liked it also. Wallace and Gromit easily entertain all ages-- Shaun the Sheep episodes delight. : Band of Misfits DVD Peter Lord(DIR) 2012, The Pirates! Please try again. It's puzzling. There are 1 items available. Release Date: 10/18/2016 . Copyright © 1995-2020 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. The plot is fun an fast paced, with familiar themes such as finding oneself and staying true to one's crew underlying the story line. John Cleese would have made better pirate than Hugh Grant, but other voices fitted characters well. We’ll take a look and remove the review if it doesn’t follow our guidelines. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. Sold by: The Pirates! Let me start off by saying that. Pirates of the Caribbean Documentary DVDs, Pirates of the Caribbean DVDs & Blu-ray Discs, Pirates of the Caribbean 3D DVDs & Blu-ray Discs, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides DVDs & Blu-ray Discs, Pirates of the Caribbean Box Set DVDs & Blu-ray Discs. The Pirates! Throughout the movie the attention to detail is sensational, even in the most throwaway gags. Sold by: The trailers for the film show enticing, slap-stick and funny scenes. Interacting with characters like Queen Victoria and Charles Darwin didn't add much to the story either. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. If you reside in an EU member state besides UK, import VAT on this purchase is not recoverable. It's like old school meets new skool animations, very neat! This becomes kind of a problem when he enters the Pirate of the Year contest and finds himself up against the stiff competition of Black Bellamy (Jeremy Piven), Cutlass Liz (Salma Hayek), and Peg Leg Hastings (Lenny Henry), all of whom have oodles of jewels and doubloons to back up their bids. As the event gets under way, the Pirate Captain makes it his mission to leave dreaded foes Black Bellamy (Jeremy Piven) and Cutlass Liz (Salma Hayek) sinking in his wake. For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program. The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs. Band of Misfits (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo) Peter Lord (Director) Rated: PG. This item will be shipped through the Global Shipping Program and includes international tracking. decluttr_store, So funny and enjoyable. I knew some people loved it, and I did laugh at some of the parts; however, it could have been funnier. | AC-3, Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Subtitled, Widescreen, 3D, Peter Lord, Julie Lockhart, David Sproxton, Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2016, I love Aardman Animation. Commonly known as Claymation (though the elaborately rendered miniature sets and figures are constructed with high-tech Plasticine), the process involves painstaking manipulation of physical forms to create the smooth movements and clever nuance of character that made Aardman famous with their iconic Wallace & Gromit shorts and the features Chicken Run and Flushed Away. Set sail for a fun-filled voyage and hilarious pirate antics with the biggest Band of Misfits on the seven seas! Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Yes It's a movie boys will love and one parents can enjoy too. But the Pirate Captain has a bird in the hand that may win him the prize yet. My 6 yr. old loved it!! Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2020. An underlying cleverness is woven into every precisely composed scene, adding to the overall sense of comic timing and the meticulous elements of story that imbue every movement. Band of Misfits (DVD,2012) (cold39989d). Verified purchase: The theme isn't bullying. My wife and I saw The Pirates! Please try again. Pirate Captain wasn't much of a pirate, but more of a comedian. This animated comedy from the makers of Chicken Run has everything a crazy pirate, a cleaver monkey, a queen and even a dodo, sorry parrot. Free shipping for many products! Band of Misfits (Three-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D / Blu-ray / DVD). Band of Misfits [DVD] [2012] SKU: 32060091 . The gist of the plot line isn't easily swallowed, and I think that's the reason the film falls flat. Darwin assures the captain that Polly is worthy of winning him Scientist of the Year and untold riches. One of these items ships sooner than the other. $7.99 Your price for this item is $7.99. --Ted Fry. When the infamous Pirate Captain (Hugh Grant) is shunned once again by his rivals Black Bellamy and Cutlass Liz, he sets his sights to win the coveted Pirate of the Year Award! There are almost no words that I can think of to convey just how well done this movie is! Prime Video $3.99 — $12.99 Blu-ray $8.00 DVD $5.00 3D $29.15 Additional Blu-ray options: Edition Discs Price New from Used from Blu-ray August 28, 2012 "Please retry" Blu-ray + DVD. To say that Pirates is a TEXTBOOK example of how a movie in the genre should be done is an inadequate compliment at best. There needs to be more lady pirates. The real star is the Pirate Captain (a husky-sounding Hugh Grant) who's more interested in procuring cured pork for his ship's regular "Ham Nite" feasts than plundering for valuable booty. Sadly this is not that film. It is a very funny animated feature, but not always. The use of the map to illustrate the travels of the Pirate Captain is also a stroke of genius. ggirl1130. © 2020 Best Buy. Condition: Sold by: Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. My wife and I saw The Pirates! Had to watch it multiple times - such a delight! They don't rely on fart jokes, popular slang, or current pop culture references and that's what I think makes them so great. Commonly known as Claymation (though the elaborately rendered miniature sets and figures are constructed with high-tech Plasticine), the process involves painstaking manipulation of physical forms to create the smooth movements and clever nuance of character that made Aardman famous with their iconic Wallace & Gromit shorts and the features Chicken Run and Flushed Away. Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2012. View cart for details. The Pirates! This animated comedy from the makers of Chicken Run has everything a crazy pirate, a cleaver monkey, a queen and even a dodo, sorry parrot. Will usually ship within 1 business day of receiving cleared payment. Condition: Splendid animation w. great attention to detail, funny plot & hilarious anachronism. It's got a great underlying theme and not a movie that would make you feel a little stupider after you watch it. My kids and I gathered round to watch the film, filled with anticipation; halfway through the movie, the kids wandered off. This movie includes a 18-minute min-movie, " so You Want to Be a Pirate," which is funnier than the main feature. misstntn. Trusted seller, fast shipping, and easy returns. Probably about a 3.5-4 out of 5. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 14, 2018. Band of Misfits [2 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2012]. - Top Rated Plus - opens in new window or tab. Most disappointed that Cutlass Liz (Salma Hayek) had only the tiniest bit cameos and was not a major character. It won't be reserved until you are in checkout. decluttr_store, So funny and enjoyable. No additional import charges at delivery! A madcap series of events leads to an air-sea showdown of breathtaking proportions that blends meticulous stop-motion technique with top-flight CG effects. There's 2-3 minutes of visual humor in the movie. View cart for details. No additional import charges at delivery! Set sail for a fun-filled voyage and hilarious pirate antics with the biggest Band of Misfits on the seven seas! It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Price Match Guarantee. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Its entertaining enough so I watch it with them.