Stardust [2007] | ![Stardust [2007]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51gZlnGbH6L._SL75_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Matthew Vaughn
Actors: Michelle Pfeiffer, Clare Danes, Charlie Cox, Robert De Niro, Sienna Miller
Studio: Paramount Home Entertainment
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  110 reviews
Sales Rank: 1
Format: Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Parental Guidance
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 100
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5014437932532
ASIN: B000Z2GQZG
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Release Date: February 25, 2008
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Amazon.co.uk Review
An adaptation of the Neil Gaiman novel of the same name, Stardust brings a strong cast together for an enjoyable family feast, with plenty to enjoy. Stardust mixes in romance and adventure, all in a fantasy movie guise, as it follows Tristan on his quest to retrieve a fallen star for the beautiful Victoria. Only it soon becomes clear that there's a lot more going on as Tristan makes his journey (not least a companion more diverting than the aforementioned Victoria). Michelle Pfeiffer, for instance, returns to high profile movie making (after quite a break) in the role of the evil witch, while there's space too for Robert De Niro's pirate and an odd cameo from Ricky Gervais. Seemingly one of a wealth of family films that made it out of the blocks off the success of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, Stardust doesn't quite hit those heights, but it has quite a sporting go. It's an uneven tale, albeit one told with enough passion and enthusiasm to encourage you to cut it some slack. And when it gets to the end of the last reel, it's hard to feel shortchanged by what you've just seen. For while Stardust has problems, it also has laughs, adventure, action and a whole lot in its corner to recommend it. And it is worth your time and attention. --Jon Foster
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 A fairy tale to make you believe in fairy tales again July 2, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've had this film recommended to me far too many times to count, but have always found an excuse to put off watch it - I've got exams coming up I must revise for, I'm going out tonight and need to get ready, I don't have the money to spend on DVDs at the moment. However, I found this in Woolworths for 8 a few days back, and having no other plans to keep me occupied I decided to buy it and finally see what all the fuss was about.
The story follows Tristan (the result of a one night stand his father had with a inprisoned princess he met across the wall), who, in attempt to capture the heart of the girl he thinks he's in love with, promises to cross the wall to find a fallen star and bring it back to her before her birthday (time limit - 7 days). What he doesn't count on however was that the star would be a person, ad that darker forces were also after her and her necklace with far more sinister intentions.
He also didn't realise that he may just fall in love with her.
It's a classic fairy tale, withches, princes, heroes and heroines, but whether it's because I've been out of touch with fairy tales these past few years, or due to something special in regards to the film and the story, I really enjoyed watching Stardust, and became swept along with the story - I especially liked the idea of the falling star being a person, capable of falling in love.
The character of Tristan is incredibly loveable, and you find yourself rooting for him right from the start. Charlie Cox potrayed the character brilliantly, believably, allowing the viewers to connect with this unlikely (so therefore rather typical) hero. Although Clare Danes looked the part of a star, I failed to be impressed with her portrayal of Yvaine, and wondered whether they could have made her character even slightly more likeable, and beliveable. But my favourite performance by far belongs to Michelle Pfieffer as Lamia. Theres not much I can say really to capture how brilliantly Pfieffer portrays this character, but this is one of the classic cases were you really can't tell an actors playing a role at all, but believe the performance totally.
The film isn't really anything special or unique, its a classic story, it's fun, it's scary (for the kids), it's enteratining - yet, it really works, perhaps because it ticks all the boxes of a classic fairytale. Make no mistake, this isn't one to remain in people's lists of top 10 films for years to come, but I am glad to have finally watched Stardust and would recommend to everyone to atleast give it a try. Theres a certain charm this film posseses, and I found, that atleast for a little while, I was transported back to being a kid again, swept away with the story, rooting for the hero to win, the villain to lose, and the guy to finally get the girl.
 Throw your money this way sailor! July 1, 2008
Anybody who watched CD-UK in the early noughties will remember the tizer head, he would sing a song which went something like this, ''I'm big, i'm red i'm the flippin' tizer head''. This film reminds me of him.
Best Film I've Ever Seen! June 29, 2008
Well thats all I can say. You simply have to watch it. Its a bit like a short "Lord of the Rings" but somehow more exciting and I just love it! I'm glad I rented it, and now I'm going to buy it!
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Good old fashioned adventure story June 24, 2008
This is a great family adventure movie with a bit of sardonic bite. It's based on the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman, and the screenplay has been adapted with the help of Johnathon Ross' wife! Basically it's about a young man who is desperate for the love of the village harlot despite her having eyes for someone else. So he goes on a quest to catch a star to prove his worth, only when he does cross a magic threshold he finds the star is alive and a beauitful young woman, and all manner of people are out to catch her. This a great yarn and has a great Ricky Gervais cameo. Robert DeNiro also stars as a fierce pirate but not all is as it first seems... This really is a lovely story, I only wish I went to the cinema to see it, but the DVD has some great stuff on it. If you have kids, or even if you dont, you have to watch this.
Well written, well produced, well done! June 23, 2008
I really enjoyed this film. Great cast, good sense of humour, looks good, good sound - nice premise and well written. I'd have been much happier to go through 3 films from this universe than Lord of the Rings any day... Film 3 - more walking to the mountain...
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