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    About This Item

    Unique ID Code: 0000023131
    Added by: DVD Reviewer
    Added on: 30/9/2001 01:08
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    Spy Kids (US)

    7 / 10
    2 votes cast
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    Real Spies… Only Smaller
    Certificate: PG
    Running Time: 88 mins
    Retail Price: $29.99
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    Synopsis:
    Bursting with ultracool, high-tech gadgetry, Spy Kids delivers enough thrilling entertainment for the whole family! Nine years ago, top international spies Gregorio and Ingrid Cortez traded the excitement of espionage for the adventure of parenthood. But when they are called out on a secret mission, the Costezes are separated from their family and kidnapped by the evil Fegan Floop. Fortunately, there are two people who possess the skills and know-how to reunite the family: Carmen and Juni Cortez, their kids! Your family will love every fun-filled second as Carmen and Juni bravely crisscross the globe in a thrilling quest to save their parents. All the while, they discover that keeping the family together is the most important mission in the world for kids and parents alike!

    Special Features:
    Interactive Menus
    Scene Access
    Theatrical Trailers

    Video Tracks:
    Widescreen Anamorphic 1.85:1

    Audio Tracks:
    Dolby Digital 5.1 English
    Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 French
    Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 Spanish

    Subtitle Tracks:
    CC: English

    Directed By:
    Robert Rodriguez

    Written By:

    Starring:
    Teri Hatcher
    Tony Shalhoub
    Alan Cumming
    Daryl Sabara
    Alexa Vega
    Carla Gugino
    Antonio Banderas

    Casting By:
    Mary Vernieu
    Anne McCarthy

    Soundtrack By:
    Robert Rodriguez
    Heitor Pereira
    Harry Gregson-Williams
    Gavin Greenaway
    Danny Elfman
    John Debney
    Chris Boardman

    Director of Photography:
    Guillermo Navarro

    Editor:
    Robert Rodriguez

    Costume Designer:
    Deborah Everton

    Production Designer:
    Cary White

    Producer:
    Tamara Smith
    Bill Scott
    Robert Rodriguez
    Elizabeth Avellan

    Executive Producer:
    Harvey Weinstein
    Bob Weinstein
    Cary Granat

    Distributor:
    Buena Vista

    Your Opinions and Comments

    6 / 10
    I was told this movie is a real gem. Well, it turned out to be a germ, rather than a gem.
    It`s stupid, nearly plotless and it features 2 of the ugliest kids EVER!!!
    The video transfer is good. There are no compression signs and while some of the effects are hideous, the picture is nicely presented.
    The DD 5.1 soundtrack is very good. The surrounds are frequently used and are especially effective during the numerous flight scenes.
    The menus are animated with sounds.
    There are no extras on the disk.
    Bottom line - despite the wonderful soundtrack, this is a BOMB that only little children can slightly enjoy. Avoid.
    posted by Zvi Josef on 30/9/2001 01:20