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| Stargate: Continuum | 
 enlarge | Actors: Ben Browder, Michael Shanks, Amanda Tapping, Christopher Judge, Claudia Black
Studio: MGM Entertainment
Category: DVD
List Price: $26.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (267 reviews)
Sales Rank: 304
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)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 98 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
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
ASIN: B0017MO10U
Release Date: July 29, 2008
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
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 Another great "episode" July 30, 2008
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
This was a wonderfully shot, produced, written, and edited "episode" of the great series SG1. It was a little longer than a TV episode but didnt seem as long as a movie. I bought it on Bluray for $29 and was pretty impressed with the quality. There were many production/set items that really jump out at you as being, well, cheap. Like the lack of snow on their coats when they slide and exit the ship in the beginning; although the whole Arctic photography was outstanding. Then there was the 1929 ship, which was sitting way too high in the water to be carrying the chapa eye, but then that would have made the storyline more difficult. Then there was the..........well you get the point. But, hey, that's what a small, Canadian budget gets you. The acting was outstanding from everyone. Most notably from Valla, Te'alc, and Mr. Bridges. Samantha seemed not too interested and Col. O'Neil was eye candy for old timer fans, but they didn't make the film any weaker. Overall, this was a great addition and I hope they keep coming, straight to DVD/BRD.
 Stargate SG-1 Reunion July 30, 2008
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
They should change the title to "Stargate Reunion". Re-hash of old story lines and return of many SG characters. It's like compiling several scripts form different episodes. Dissapointed with the writers and I feel the price I paid is not worth watching. If you can get it cheaper, buy it, if not rent it. It's one of theose "watch it once" movies.
Too little too late July 30, 2008
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
This would have been a good season finale and season start, but to do it as a farewell episode. I liked the Ark of Truth better. This episode had a lot of concentrated action and a lot of wasted time. They could have made it longer with a bit more of what happens to them when they are not involved. It was not their best effort but it was still Stargate.
Great job on this one July 30, 2008
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
I was a bit disappointed with Ark of Truth. The actors did a great job, but there were too many gaps in the story. This, however, was a really, really good film. It was fantastic to see so many people brought back for this one. The special effects were great, and the actors did a great job, too.
It wasn't perfect, however.
People vanishing from an altered timeline... That just doesn't happen. There are infinite possible universes out there, and when travelling through time, you create a new branch. You don't destroy things in the parallel universes. It's a fundamental part of the Stargate universe.
Ignoring that, however, the film is terrific. If you need your SG-1 fix, with plenty of action, special effects, and cast members, this delivers. Great job by everyone.
Sci-fi Channel, Please make more!
Everyone else, Please buy this so they will!
 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.
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