Finding Nemo (Two-Disc Collector's Edition) Reviews



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Second best by Pixar - Review written on September 25, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

Sorry Nemo, but Toy Story is still my favorite, although this comes extremely close. This movie is great for all ages and a must have for families.
Great movie - Review written on September 23, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Since I recieved this movie, my little girl has watched it over and over. This is one of the few movies (The Lion King, The Never Ending Story, Monsters Inc. and Toy Story) that she will actually watch all the way through. This allows me time to do the things that I need to do. By the way it is a cool movie too.
One of my favorites! - Review written on September 19, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

One of my favorite movies of all time, this is a Pixar's finest motion picture and this DVD is unbelievable. I love the movie in both spanish and english, but you also get french in the Two Disc Collector's Edition, aside from both viewing choices, Full Screen or Wide Screen and a lot of bonus.

Awesome choice, great fun for the whole family.
Won't stop watching! - Review written on September 15, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5

My two year old absolutely LOVES this movie! Which is surprising because no cartoon without music has caught his attention for more than 5 minutes. But not Nemo, he sits so calmly and quitely and watches this movie from start to finish. He'd watch it over and over if I let him.
One of Pixar's Best - Review written on September 13, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

After much careful thought, I have decided that this is my second favorite Pixar film (Ratatouille being the first favorite). I'm a big fan of all things aquatic, plus a sucker for sweet family-friendly films. Heck, I even put up with the occasional talking animals. Which all come through in this darling little story with incredible and bright animation. This is also worth the extra disc, if you are a geek like me that likes all the details.
What a great movie! - Review written on September 03, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

If you haven't gotten it yet, order it now! This movie is a must have! It's hilarious, smart, sweet and really well done! Absolutely loved it!
Who doesn't love this? - Review written on August 29, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Finding Nemo is a fantastic adventure packed with humor. Ellen Degeneres is amazing as Dora a forgetful but ever caring fish who teaches Marlin (Nemo's dad) to live again after he has experienced much loss and tragedy.
Their travels bring them many places including a 12 step meeting for sharks (Hilarious, espescially if you are in recovery).
Another Amazing Pixar Offering. - Review written on August 27, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

I honestly thought the trend with movie companies was that when they have tremendous success with their first and second films they eventually begin to slide in quality. At least until they hit that next big pinnacle film that makes them a massive wad of cash. Pixar have done the impossible with Finding Nemo. As their 5th feature film Finding Nemo was equally as solid and original as its predecessors, and if anything it has surpassed them.

Set deep in the coral reef of Australia, a family of clown fish are one day attacked by a Barracuda leaving the Father Marlin and one egg. Flash forward a few years and that egg is a young clown fish named Nemo who's been raised by his overprotective Father. One day while at school and becoming tired of his dads suffocating ways, Nemo ignores his dads order to come away from a human boat. Nemo goes and touches the boat, but unfortunately it leads to Nemo being kidnapped by a diver, catching fish for a small aquarium. Nemo's dad Marlin must now set on a quest towards Sydney harbour to try and Find Nemo. Along the way he becomes friends with a Regal Tang fish called Dory who suffers from short term memory loss, but is still very optimistic. She joins Marlin in his quest to find Nemo, although Marlin does have to keep reminding her why she's with him. Along the way they encounter psychotic practising vegetarian sharks, deadly jellyfish and turtles riding the waves. Nemo on the other hand is trapped inside a small fish tank in a dentists surgery, he befriends the fish locked up with him and hopes for eventual help.

As you can see from the plot this is simply a formula of crazy success and pure hilarity. The formula works wonders and delivers a film not just beautiful to look at, but something to wet your pants with laughter. The companion Dory and the vegetarian sharks are just insanely unique and make this movie special in itself. Dory, voiced by Ellen Degeneres is just loveable and admirable with her unmeasurable optimism and her talent to speak whale. With the adventure of Marlin (Albert Brooks) & Dory on their quest the film also focuses on Nemo trying to break out of the tank before he's given to the dentists daughter as a pet. Led by the crafty Gill (Willem Defoe) and helped by the other tank fish, they hatch a plan which will allow Nemo his last chance of freedom.

I did mention that it was beautiful to look at and I wasn't kidding. The scale of the ocean is second to none, and the animators seem to be looking to display the true scale of their quest. The beginning reef scene is something to be witnessed and I can't imagine how cool it would look on Blu-Ray. This is a film with a script and plot with confidence, Pixar do what they do best and they give us a quality film that teaches us a good lesson about letting go when the time is right while still having the entire family in stitches.

The term family film is thrown around a lot when relating to Disney or other children's movies. I can honestly say that Finding Nemo is one of the only movies to fit that perfectly. It teaches the parents a lesson about knowing when to let their kids make their own mistakes, while showing the kids the importance of friendship and respect for our elders. It has the typical childish humour while throwing in the odd adult joke that will go straight over the kids heads.

A great film all round and I sincerely can't wait for it to be on Blu-Ray.
Brilliant Movie for Everyone - Review written on August 18, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Without a doubt Pixar's best movie. There are so many profound messages in this about parenthood, friendship, trust, faith. I cheered out loud when Dory told Marlin, "Well you can't never let anything happen to him. Then nothing would ever happen to him. Not much fun for little Harpo."

This movie is for everyone, adults and kids alike. It will make you laugh, cry, and remember why you love movies, especially beautifully animated family films. This is a must see and must buy. I guarantee you'll watch it again and again.
It was pretty decent - Review written on August 18, 2008
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Rating: 3 out of 5

I had purchased this one because my 3 year old twins decided to snap the previous one that we had. The packaging was okay shape, definitely no worse than the packaging my old one had already been in. The back side of the DVD was pretty smudgy, when I took it out. Just thought to myself- "wow, they didnt even attempt to wipe it off first". I was able to rub all the smudges out and it played perfectly fine. Overall I was pretty satisfied with it. It played long enough to get me through dinner preperation, so hey, you're a-ok with me.
The best Disney movie since the Lion King - Review written on August 14, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Everyone has seen Disney's downward spiral and many badly written, stupid or generally crappy Disney movies, but Finding Nemo is probably one of the best animated movies I've ever seen. This is sweet, exciting, funny, touching, and everything a Disney movie should be.
The Best Animated movie!!!! - Review written on August 04, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I absolutely love this movie and it my favorite Pixar movie to date. The colors are fabulous, the storyline is good and the voice over actors are really good. I'm not a huge fan of Ellen DeGeneres but she does a wonderful job as Dory. This is also a movie that adults will enjoy just as much as the kids do. This one also can be used as a teaching tool (consequences of not listening to parent, parent not listening to child, etc.) Highly recommended to all.
Buying Used DVDs - Review written on July 31, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5

This transaction was a smooth one for the most part. Product packaged well and arrived in a timely fashion. Somewhat disappointed in condition of DVD. Purchased as in "Very Good" condtion. 2-DVD set. Both DVDs skip and "stall" in DVD player due to scratches. I used a product to try to repair them, and they do perform some better. Deeper scratchs can't be repaired. Keep in mind however these are "USED" DVDs. Also individual DVD players will perform differently. The DVDs are viewable and for the price the transaction was a decent one. I purchased 8 used DVDs through Amazon (different sellers) recently and this is the only one I've had problems with. I've been fortunate overall.
Nemo is neato - Review written on July 21, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Who doesn't like Finding Nemo? If you haven't seen it - why not? Doesn't everyone love this movie? Appropriate for adults and children. Some of the scenes can be a little frightening for very young children (the opening scene and the scene with the sharks). But it is a classic and shouldn't be missed.
finding nemo - Review written on July 19, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5

Its a really good movie . I recommend the movie for any who has children
A MUST See Movie for Any Age! - Review written on July 03, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

This movie is colorful, fun, suspenseful and funny! Any adult may think it is only for kids, but you are wrong. You will 'laugh out loud' with this movie.

It is a keeper for your DVD library!

Merna

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Cute little fishies. - Review written on June 25, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

I didn't like Nemo on my first watch.
I watched it again, I honestly don't know why I didn't like it the first time.
The animation is just jaw dropping.
The story is cute but not too cute.
Nemo is a triumph in so many ways.
The voice acting? Spot on.
The script? Brilliant.
Fun, funny and touching, Nemo is another Pixar masterpiece that must be seen.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
Brand New, arrived right on time. - Review written on June 22, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 1 did not.

Product was in new condition and arrived shortly after I ordered it. No complaints.
Cute family film. - Review written on June 19, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

Finding Nemo is a sweet and enjoyable family film. This film is almost perfect, the ending drags a bit. Finding Nemo has such a good message and the characters are absolutely delightful, I highly recommend checking out this animated treasure, enjoy!
satisfied... - Review written on June 09, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 1 did not.

The product description was accurate. Shipping took a little longer than most products I have ordered from Amazon.
Finding Nemo - Review written on June 09, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

This is a great movie my grandson loves it. He wants to watch it all the time.
ONE OF DISNEY'S BEST ANIMATED FEATURES! - Review written on May 28, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful.

What's not to like in this fantastic under the sea adventure? Beautiful animation, colorful characters and a great story! The Ocean is illustrated as a beautiful, but very scary place in this wonderful animated film. Disney has got to be responsible for more children's nightmares than any other movie studio. In the first minutes 'Marlin'(Nemo's father)witnesses his wife... if you will and 399 of his offspring eaten by a sea predator!
This film does have some very tense moments that I think are a little too much for younger viewers, but it's a really good movie that should be seen by all...especially if you like animated films. The 2 disc set is loaded with extras and has a great DVD transfer and sound!
Great movie, but wa-a-a-a-a-ay too scary for little kids - Review written on May 24, 2008
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Rating: 3 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful, 3 did not.

I saw this movie in the theatre when it first came out, along with some friends and their six-year old son... By the end of the film, the kid was crying and visibly shaken, and my wife and I practically felt the same way. I recently vetted the film for a four-year old, and decided my first impression was right: this isn't a good movie for really little kids to watch.

"Finding Nemo" is a very intense film, both thematically and visually. The script is clever, but it works mostly on an adult level, and most little kids will probably experience the movie on a much more basic, gut level - the rapid-fire dialog will zoom over their heads, while the images and action may terrify them. And once the action starts, it hardly lets up for a second -- the film is a rollercoaster ride of anxiety and peril, "Bambi" to the Nth degree.

Which isn't to say it's not entertaining, intelligent or well made... It is, but I would strongly caution people with very young children to think twice before showing them this movie. It's really more appropriate for an older audience, maybe eight years of age and older...Younger than that and it may just be too scary. (ReadThatAgain children's media reviews)
SO COOL - Review written on April 27, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

One of the greatest animated movies of all time. Must watch for everyone of all ages!
This is one of Mom's Favorite Movies!!!! - Review written on April 23, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

The 1st time I saw this movie I was sick with the flu & I ordered it for my son on PPV & he watched it over & over all day long and I really didn't think I'd like it but I did watch it and it was So Cute,and it made me feel better even with the FLU. I love salt water fish and this just is such a good movie from the young & young at heart...
DISNEY's never been so reasonably priced! - Review written on March 27, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Got this used DVD, it works great! Good delivery time, would definitely do business here again.
FINDING FAMILY - Review written on March 13, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Disney and Pixar have come together over the past few years to bring about a revolution in animated motion pictures. While many studios have faltered in their attempts or fallen back on trying to adapt anime as a way to make movies inexpensively, these two studios have taken a different route and joined the art of animation with cartoon storytelling.

The movie tells the story of Nemo, the only offspring of two clown fish raised along by his single father Marlin (Albert Brooks). Having lost his wife and hundreds of unhatched eggs to the sea, Marlin has been overprotective of little Nemo. And when Nemo rebels and is captured his first time out to the big ocean, it seems as though all of Marlin's fears were right.

Fearful of the ocean himself, Marlin must make a journey to find his son and save him. He heads out to sea not so much boldly and without fear as much as he does out of concern and love for his son.

Along the way, Marlin makes many new friends, among them another fish named Dory (Ellen DeGeneres) who has short term memory but ends up being a help anyway and Crush, a cool dude sea turtle voiced by the films writer/director Andrew Stanton.

Nemo himself finds new friends as well. It appears that he was captured by a snorkeling dentist who intends to present him as a gift to his destructive niece. The other fish in the tank try and help Nemo to escape.

Word of Marlin's adventures as he searches for Nemo go so far as to reach Nemo's "ears". Marveling at the tales of his father's love, Nemo and the tank fish do all they can to escape. It's not until nearly the end of the picture that you find out if the father and son are reunited or if Nemo becomes just another fish tossed down the toilet bowl.

The humor in this film is so on the mark it's fantastic. Not only are there jokes that the kids can laugh at, but there are a few in jokes for parents to get as well. This path seemed to work well for animators in the heyday of cartooning in the 40s and plays well here too.

The animation is nothing short of phenomenal. The waves on the surface, the vibrant colors of the fish, all mingle together to form a feast for the eyes.

But beneath it all is something much more important. The rest is mere icing on the cake. Because at the heart of this movie is the story of two people, parent and child, who may not see eye to eye on all things. But the deep rooted love of that father for son is enough to make him forge ahead and do all within his power to protest and save the one most important thing in his life. His son.

Reports are coming in that this film was the highest box office successes of the summer it was released and it's easy to see why. It's because it works on all levels and appeals to every viewer out there. It is a movie that is one to watch again and again.
Great Movie - Review written on March 11, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

My only complaint is that my son just want to watch it over and over and over... Great Movie.
Pixar Nails it - Review written on February 16, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
9 customers found this review helpful.

This is one of the best Pixar films I've seen. It rates right up there with Cars. The animation is fantastic, it tells a great story and keeps you engaged. My little ones love the film and watch it over and over and over and over.

It is a great movie for long car trips. Also, if you goto Epcot, take a look at the Finding Nemo ride. It is fantastic as well, and goes hand in hand with the movie. Nothing scary in the film, so it is ok with all ages.
Finding Nemo - Review written on January 21, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

This is a great show you can watch with the whole family.
It has parts that adults can laugh at and the kids love
the colors of the fish! I highly recommend this movie, well
worth the money.
Sweet movie! - Review written on January 18, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

My husband and I just adore this movie so for Valentine's Day I bought him this DVD(He doesnt have a clue.). :o) He even quotes things from the movie so I thought he needed Finding Nemo for our DVD collection. Such a cute show with enduring characters. Thanks and just keep swimming!
Five Stars With a Couple Reservations...... - Review written on January 06, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I enjoyed the movie immensely... the characters, the colors, the technical finesse, etal. No wonder it was the demo movie for almost every flat screen in the stores!!

My reservations: I would skip a few chapters ahead if I were to show the movie to a child. There's the mother's death, the "I hate you Dad," and the defiance of a very bad bad fish. Then again, without these we would have no movie.

If I were Marlin, I would have slapped the crap out of Nemo once I found him. Okay, I'll lighten up.
Love It!!! - Review written on December 08, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

My two year old LOVESSSS ariel!!! She watches the dvd 24/7 and she cries everytime i take it away from her...It's a great way of introducing Disney characters to your lil ones...I just absolutely loved it!!!!!!
This has got to be the cutest movie ever made. - Review written on October 17, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

My two year old loves Nemo and so do I. I actually enjoy watching this with my toddler over and over again. The animation with the bubbly, fat, colorful fishies is awesome. The colors are so beautiful. The voices are so, so adorable. My baby loves her some Nemo and Dori. I do recommend fast forwarding the part when Nemo's mom gets eaten by the shark (they don't actually show this but it's implied) and when Nemo gets caught by the diver. However, for the rest of the movie you can sit back with your little ones and prepare to be delighted.
Average movie, awesome transfer to DVD - Review written on October 05, 2007
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

It's strange how this movie divides people: Some consider it really good, while some others consider it too childish. I prefer to consider it average, measured by Pixar's standards. The image quality and DVD transfer, however, are awesome: As far as I know, this was transferred directly from the digital masters (not via film like most movies at that time), and Pixar was kind enough to make a "full-widescreen" framing for this DVD. That is, they chose to fill a 16:9 screen with the image, instead of leaving black bars to preserve the cinemascope aspect ratio (which is the case with all later Pixar releases). The image quality and detail, too, are so good that this is one of the best DVDs to put in your player if you really want to see the benefits of S-Video and Component Video connections over a Composite connection. Highly recommended if you own a Widescreen TV or projector and wish to take full advantage of all its expensive pixels.