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Somewhere In Time [1980] | ![Somewhere In Time [1980]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51RQFK914FL._SL75_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Jeannot Szwarc
Actors: Christopher Reeve, Jane Seymour, Christopher Plummer, Teresa Wright, Bill Erwin
Studio: Universal Pictures UK
Category: Video
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Avg. Customer Rating:  30 reviews
Sales Rank: 2023
Format: Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Parental Guidance
Media: VHS Tape
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 98
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1
UPC: 440044878324
EAN: 0044004487832
ASIN: B00004R6BM
Theatrical Release Date: May 6, 1981
Release Date: July 1, 1999
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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Amazon.co.uk Review
It's silly, it's superficial, it's so desperately earnest about its tale of time-spanning love that you almost wish for a cheap flatulence gag just to break the solemn mood. But there is something so unabashedly gushy and entertaining about Somewhere in Time that you can't begrudge its enduring popularity. The film has become a staple of romantic-movie lovers since its release in 1980, and endless showings on cable TV have turned it into a dubious classic of sorts--a three-hanky weepy that anyone can enjoy as a guilty pleasure or a beloved favourite, with no apologies necessary. In his first film after the star-making success of Superman, Christopher Reeve stars as a contemporary playwright who visits a posh hotel and sees the portrait of an actress (Jane Seymour) who had performed there in 1912. He becomes obsessed with this beautiful woman and learns all he can about her, and then discovers a method of hypnotically transporting himself backward in time to meet her. "Is it ... you?" she says upon seeing the lovestruck playwright, and it's clearly a mutual attraction. But even the slightest reminder of the playwright's modern time can jar him from his seemingly real existence in the past, so his wonderful love affair is constantly just a step from being stolen away. Based on Richard Matheson's novel Bid Time Return, this flaky film may strain one's tolerance for plot holes and corny romance, but it's hard to deny its lasting appeal--and let's face it, guys, it'll make wives and girlfriends swoon if they are in a tearjerker mood. --Jeff Shannon
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 Excellent - for what it is March 23, 2008
I don't think this movie ever set out to be a classic or set box office records. But in terms of it being an unashamedly romantic movie, it delivers in spades and for that reason, together with fine chemistry between Reeve and Seymour and an absolutely awesome score by John Barry, it deserves its 5 stars.
I remember watching this on TV for the first time in the 80s. I spent most of the film in tears; a mixture of the fabulous (if far fetched) love story and beautiful music. I defy anyone with a heart not to feel moved by this movie. Wonderful!
 Entertaining romance movie flawed by a poor transfer to DVD October 13, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I won't go into Somewhere in Time's worth as entertainment here - suffice to say that I think it's a wonderful film, adapted by the brilliant short story writer Richard Matheson from his own story and well worth 5 stars. But in this review I'm focusing on the technical aspects which I feel detract from the DVD.
This DVD (ASIN: B0000UM0OE) features a 'matted widescreen' transfer which works fine on smaller 4:3 TVs, but which looks awful on larger screen or widescreen TVs. I believe that every DVD today should be made in 'anamorphic widescreen' format so that the image is enhanced for viewing on a larger screen. If it's not then I think that the low image quality should be clearly marked in some way, as the lack of an anamorphic transfer makes a big difference in quality. In the case of this particular movie the image is very poor mostly due to the matted widescreen format that results in what's known as 'gutterboxing' (black bars all around the image) when the movie is played on widescreen TVs. Some TVs allow zooming in to fill the screen in cases like this, but then the image becomes very grainy - so much so that it's probably better to watch it in the 'gutterboxed' mode.
So in conclusion, those with standard 4:3 TVs under 30 inches probably won't notice any loss of resolution. But for folks with big screen TVs I advise waiting until this movie gets an updated DVD treatment. Sadly there is no anamorphic transfer of this movie at present. Hopefully at some point we will get a restored and remastered version of this classic film.
A spiritual experience of the greatest order. September 13, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The soundtrack AND the film really should be part of everyones collection. Enchanting. Moody. Touches your very soul and really does transport you "Somewhere In Time".
Get them both, you will never, ever regret it.
100/10
An oldie but not seen a better romantic film since! March 22, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I too first saw this film when I was very young and fell in love with the story, and for a film to stand out still over 20 years later is rare. Christoper Reeves gives an excellent performance as does Jane Seymour. My favourite scene has to be when Richard (Reeves) first arrives at the hotel and walks into the hotel's room of memorabilia and is suddenly struck by the portrait of Elise on the wall. You can almost feel her pulling him towards her and his excitement and determination to find her in the past...if only you could fall in love like that in real life! The music makes me tingle even after all these years. If your a true romantic then this is the film for you...plenty of tissues for the end! Ultimately I would say this is probably one of my most favourite films of all time. Enjoy! :)
Excellent March 5, 2007
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I first saw this movie back on TV during the late 1980's when they showed it for the first time.
It's a story that says love is timeless. I don't want to mention anything about the story as it would really spoil it for you. I will say it's a great story starring the late Christopher Reeves, and the lovely Jane Seymour.
It's one of my all time favourites which I love to watch. :-)
Have a look at my review on the soundtrack album.
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