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 enlarge | Actors: Ben Browder, Michael Shanks, Amanda Tapping, Christopher Judge, Claudia Black
Studio: MGM Entertainment
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  266 reviews
Sales Rank: 394
Format: Ac-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Dvd-video, Subtitled, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 98
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.7
MPN: FOXD2252846D
UPC: 024543528463
EAN: 0024543528463
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
Release Date: July 29, 2008
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Condition: Ships first class same or next day WITH DELIVERY CONFIRMATION AND TRACKING. There are scratches on disc, they don't affect play. Former rental at Blockbuster. Buy 3 or more get a Priority Mail upgrade
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 TERRIFIC Stargate SG-1 movie!!! I LOVED it- wanted more. August 3, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This movie was SO enjoyable!!! If you were a Stargate SG-1 fan, you will have a very good time with this movie - and it WILL be over WAY too soon. The writing for the "Continuum" script was EXCELLENT - action-packed and an interesting, clever story line. I liked the bigger budget effects - direction and production were a notch above what TV has time/money to do (and, by the way, the "Stargate SG1" TV series is WORTH BUYING - really wondered what SciFi was thinking when they cancelled it). I wanted even more cast time in the "Continuum" storyline (there were places which could have used it, but the budget didn't permit, I've read). I LOVED having snippets of all the characters old/new (so good together) - especially having "Jack" back. It would have been great to have Jack in much more of the movie. I always get laughs from the writing for Jack's witty sarcasm. I realized with great nostalgia, how much I MISSED the SG1 TV show (with these characters - so great to have them all together in "Continuum" - the regulars Samantha, Jackson, Teal'c, Vala - Jack's return, Landry, Hammond, Hays, etc.). I think Ba'al is a wonderful bad guy. I wish the $ people (MGM, I've read) would decide to do more SG1 movies this well done or even better with a bigger budget (maybe do 2 films at one time) - if they can fund scripts this clever and well-written AND with the full cast which includes Richard Dean Anderson. Even though they'd have to film around everyone's schedules - leave no wo/man behind! All characters are needed (we've grown to love them altogether) - to be REALLY GOOD - as this movie is - would make me want to spend my money to buy it - as this movie did.
Stargate Continuum Outstanding! August 2, 2008
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
Loved this second full-length feature about SG-1, with the huge bonus that Richard Dean Anderson is in it! It's outstanding, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. As far as I'm concerned, they can keep these two-hour beauties coming. Hope there is a third, a fourth, a fifth, and ? in the works. Didn't realize how much I missed the series! The whole cast is fabulous in this one, and I'm particularly partial to time-travel SF anyway. Surely Ben Browder must be considered for more SG-1 related shows -- either in movies or in a new series. He's great, and so is Claudia Black, in this one. See it. You won't be disappointed in the least. And, I refuse to pick any nits about it. Great flick!
Excellent! July 30, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Just finished watching it. It really was terrific. Some reviews are right, it has similar time travel themes from some of the shows, but it is done in new places and in new ways. Seeing the cast from the past was great as well. Definitely worth it, you'll want to watch it again soon after the first!
SG-1 Comes Full Circle July 30, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Following on the release of The Ark of Truth, Continuum is the second Stargate SG-1 movie to come to DVD. Unlike Ark of Truth, Continuum is not potentially weighed down by having to overtly tie up loose ends left by the series. While, in fact, it does tie up a few loose ends rather nicely it also does something else: it brings Stargate SG-1 full circle.
The plot is classic SG-1: the last of the system lords Ba'al (played by the ever villainous Cliff Simon) is about to be executed with SG-1 and Jack O'Neill in attendance. Suddenly people start disappearing and SG-1 members Daniel Jackson, Samantha Carter, and Cameron Mitchell flee through the Stargate to a world where the Stargate never made it to America just before World War II thanks to Ba'al meddling with history. After facing alternate versions of people they know and being dismissed, Earth comes under attack from Ba'al, his queen Qetesh (aka Vala) and his first prime Teal'c. The team must find out how Ba'al changed history and put it right...or else. Writer Brad Wright brings together two of the series' best threads: time travel and the threat of Goa'uld invasion together to bring the series not only full circle but what could also be called SG-1's greatest hits.
One of Continuums biggest pluses is that it brings the original cast back together. Richard Dean Anderson appears once again as General Jack O'Neill and while he does not appear in the entire film, his presence his certainly welcome and makes for a great addition to the film. Also returning for this film is the SGC's original leader, General Hammond. The late Don S. Davis makes his final appearance as Hammond in the film's alternate timeline and while it's a shame that he doesn't know the team in those scenes, his appearance (like O'Neill's) is a welcome addition to the film.
The big thrill of Continuum is watching familiar characters in the alternate timeline. It is here more then anywhere else that the film brings the series full circle. We get to see the Goa'uld system lords back together again even SG-1's first nemesis Apophis in a surprise appearance. On top of the alternate versions of Teal'c, Vala, Hammond, and O'Neill we get to meet alternate versions of Hank Landry and President Henry Hayes. Landry is played masterfully by Beau Bridges who is able to make the lines between the "real" and alternate Landry's almost indistinguishable. Hayes, played by William Devane and last seen in SG-1's seventh season finale Lost City, is much the same as the "real" version we've met before; skeptical at first and then forced to face the incredible with a brave face. Their appearances are what separates Continuum from Ark of Truth and marks an improvement.
The film also makes a fine blend of the cerebral and action sequences. While ostensibly an action story, Continuum also takes moments to explore, on the personal level, the effects of seeing a world and people you know be almost completely different. Yet when the film needs action it has action from submarines rising in the Arctic, to dogfights and gun battles the film shows what SG-1 could be at its best: intelligent and yet action packed.
The stand-out aspects of Continuum are the amazing location photography, special effects, and music. The location filming in the Arctic (done in below zero temperatures) is amazing, beautiful, and breathtaking all at once. Considering this is a relatively low-budget film it's an incredible addition and it makes the film feel even bigger in scope and scale. Scope and scale are the purpose behind another one of the film's highlights: the special effects. From dozens (if not hundreds) of Goa'uld ships to dogfights and extensions and additions to sets, the special effects in Continuum continue SG-1's proud tradition of bring feature film quality effects to the small screen. Then there's Joel Goldsmiths' score which like Ark of Truth evokes the epic feel of the film. Each of these make Continuum stand head over heals above many of the direct-to-DVD sci-fi films released all the time.
The special features should please any SG-1 fan. There are two excellent behind the scenes documentaries, one about the making of the film and one dedicated to the Arctic filming. The one on the Arctic filming is especially interesting for allowing one to see the challenges of filming in one of the most remote places on the planet. The big star of the special features is the commentary by director Martin Wood and writer Brad Wright. Their commentary reveal both the joy, hardships, and difficulties of bringing Continuum to the screen.
Continuum is not only an excellent addition to SG-1 but brings the series full circle. From classic elements to the return of favorite characters and villains to outstanding photography, effects, and music Continuum takes what could have been a boring attempt to tie up the loose ends of the series and creates a action packed adventure. Continuum may well the end of SG-1 and if it is, Continuum is it going out on top.
A first time Stargate watcher!!!! August 1, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
First off, this movie is an introduction to the Stargate franchise for me; I know the series appears to be coming to the end, I intend to purchase the series. There fore there are many questions to be answered for me.
The movie itself had me captivated from beginning to end and I feel regardless of whether anyone has seen the series, this particular movie is captivating and inviting to viewers ignorant of the original series. In my view the main characters Jackson, Mitchell, Carter and Anderson possess average acting skills. Ba'al & Tealc are excellent. The plot was well planned and being a time travel fan my interest was obviously heightened by the story line. For the most part the effects are very good. (With a few glitches here and there.)
If you have never watched this Stargate series before I suggest you check this movie out.
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