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Survivor All-Stars - The Complete Season
Genre | Television/Reality Shows |
Format | Box set, Full Screen, Color, NTSC, Multiple Formats |
Contributor | Mark Burnett (II) |
Language | English |
Number Of Discs | 7 |
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Product Description
Product Description
The complete season of Survivor: All-Stars.
Amazon.com
Billed as "the greatest Survivor ever" when it launched following the Super Bowl in January 2004, Survivor All-Stars broke new ground for the hit reality series by bringing back 18 of its most famous (and infamous) characters from the previous seven installments to battle it out in a quest for affirmation or redemption (and, of course, the million-dollar prize). Half the fun was seeing who was picked to return, and there were many tasty selections: original winner Richard (natch) from Borneo; Colby, Jerri, and Tina from the Australian Outback; Ethan, Lex, and Big Tom from Africa; and the newest alumnus, Rupert from the just-completed Pearl Islands. (There were, of course, many omissions, such as Mike Skupin, who deserved a second chance after falling into the fire in Australia.)
Right from the beginning, it was clear that this Survivor was going to be different. Because people now knew each other (from sharing a previous game, watching on TV, or mixing at Survivor-related functions), some of the schemers were quickly sniffed out and snuffed out, and players were more aggressive about creating alliances (which sometimes overlapped, but hey, it's only a problem if you get caught). In addition, because no one wanted to see someone win a second million dollars, previous champions found that they had targets on their backs. As a result, there was an entirely new wave of power players. Along the way there were some surprising and very emotional developments (which had the unfortunate side effect of killing some of the show's action) and the first on-screen Survivor romance. In the end, Survivor All-Stars didn't live up to its billing as the best ever (that title would remain with season 2 in the Australian Outback), but it did bring a new twist and some genuinely memorable moments to a long-running series.
The DVD set adds significant value to the season, including some welcome behind-the-scenes info on the series as a whole. The bonus footage consists of much longer versions of each member's "confessional" after being voted out, and 57 minutes of scenes that are edited and scored like the regular episodes. Among those scenes are a tribal council that was never seen on TV and Rob Cesternino's dead-on impression of host Jeff Probst at a mock tribal council, which was seen during the season as new footage in the midseason "recap" episode. That episode is the only one not included in the set, but with the above-mentioned moment preserved, only the most hardcore fan would object to the loss of this dead spot in every season. Three different quartets of cast members recorded commentary tracks on a total of 10 episodes, including the final four on the last episode and the first reunion (the second is also included). They provide a lot of insight and fun stories, though there's a bit too much yelling over each other. There are also featurettes that should appeal to all fans of the show: how the challenges are created and tested, the casting process, behind the scenes at the final show, and TV promos for the previous seven seasons. The individual profiles of all 16 All-Stars consist of footage of their original appearances, which may help remind you why they were picked to return, and interviews before the the season started. --David Horiuchi
Product details
- Aspect Ratio : 1.33:1
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- MPAA rating : Unrated (Not Rated)
- Product Dimensions : 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 8 ounces
- Item model number : 97368799349
- Director : Mark Burnett (II)
- Media Format : Box set, Full Screen, Color, NTSC, Multiple Formats
- Run time : 12 hours and 53 minutes
- Release date : September 14, 2004
- Language : English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), Unqualified
- Studio : Paramount
- ASIN : B0002ERWV4
- Number of discs : 7
- Best Sellers Rank: #41,105 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
- #55 in Reality TV (Movies & TV)
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Coming into this game, the All-Stars had to know that this was going to be different. Everything was going to be stepped up a notch and they had to bring their A games. As soon as the tribes set foot on the island, the elevated level of survival came boiling to the surface, as winners (of which there were four) realized that they had a huge target on their backs, and alliances began to form, one of which lasted until the bitter end.
While Amber Brkich (Survivor Australia) walked away with the million dollar prize at the end of the game, this season, in every sense of the word, belonged to Boston Rob Mariano. He dominated the physical challenges and was incredibly strong in the mental ones as well. He outplayed everyone on the island, using everything he could, including friendships, to get him to the final two. It is kind of depressing on the commentaries and on the episodes themselves, to listen to the constant whining of Lex and Alicia. Both of these All-Stars were played by Boston Rob. He used them to get to the end, wh ich is the whole idea. They cried like babies about it and it is sad. Like original winner Richard Hatch said in the reunion show, "It's just a game." They should realize that he outplayed them, accept it and move on with their lives.
As I said, Boston Rob outplayed everyone in the game, but he didn't win the million dollars, as I feel he probably deserved. He lost out because of the bitterness of two people who felt betrayed, in a game where betrayal always comes into play.
For the All-Stars, Rupert, Jerri, Colby, Sue, Richard, Big Tom and the others provided plenty of entertainment. The challenges were extremely tough, probably the hardest ever, as they should be. You could see the complete exhaustion in the faces of these seasoned veterans of the game. This was not a walk in the jungle for anyone.
While there are many people who could have been cast, it is possible, many didn't want to return to the game. I am sure there are a lot of people who would have liked to have seen Colleen, Greg and Gervase from Season One, or Michael Skupin or Elisabeth Filarski (Hasselbeck) from Australia, or any number of others. Despite all that, the All-Stars chosen were a diverse bunch and made for solid competition.
The DVD set has a number of great extras, with lots of unaired scenes and confessionals. While the recap episode (Number Nine) is not included on this set, the best scene from that episode, the mock tribal council with Rob Cesternino's dead-on Jeff Probst impression, is included in the extra scenes. In addition there are a number of commentaries, including four featuring the hilarious Cesternino at the head of the pack.
While this season didn't end up being the best Survivor ever, as claimed in the promos (In my mind that honor goes to season one), this was a pretty solid effort. It had never been done before and that in and of itself made it worth watching.
Go out and buy this set. It is worth it. I also highly recommend purchasing the set from Season One, if for no other reason than the incredibly beautiful Colleen Haskell.
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It is amazing how much you forget, even if you know who wins, it is still TOTALLY enjoyable to rewatch.
It still holds all of the excitement watching the challenges, the dynamics of the group.
Also it is loaded with bonus footage.
To me it would be worth buying just for the 'Mock Tribal Council" skit.. (bonus deleted scene)
It will make you laugh, possibly cry, but you will NEVER be bored..
If you haven't seen this series, BUY IT NOW ;o)
If you have seen this and enjoyed it the first time, but aren't sure how it will be rewatching it, BUY IT NOW.. ;o)
I couldn't turn it off, it is addictive, and no adds to sit through...
In case you haven't seen this series it has stars from previous series competing:
Boston Rob and Amber (this is where they met).
Richard Hatch, Rudy, Jerri,Ethan, Shii Ann, Rupert, Rob C, Colby, Sue, Lex, Kathy,Jenna, Alicia, Big Tom, Tina,Jenna. Hosted by the lovable Jeff Probst.
I hope, if you are thinking about it, you buy this, and I hope you enjoy it just as much as I did ..
And I know I will watch it time and time again..
Thank you ;o)
This season is one that you can watch more than once as their is just so much going on that it's impossible to pick up on everything with one viewing. Watching with the bonus commentary enabled adds another dimension which of course cannot be found on regular television re runs.
Needless to say, but the final tribal council and reunion are as blockbuster as you are ever going to see on Survivor, certainly has not been duplicated since this season originally aired.
Die hard Survivor fans already have this season in their collection one way or the other. If you are looking for a gift for somebody who is a fan of Survivor, you cannot go wrong with this set.
If you are just looking for reality TV entertainment at its best, I would highly recommend this season.