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talyseon

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pros: Special Effects (1.9million) take back seat to solid story telling.

cons: Dated, now. But still entertaining.


Prospero in Space! FORBIDDEN PLANET

Forbidden Planet (1956) Directed by Fred M. Wilcox Commander John J. Adams: Nice climate you... See Full Review

dragonfire88

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pros: Very entertaining, well done movie.

cons: None for me.


Classic Science Fiction Movie - Forbidden Planet

I have liked science fiction movies for a while now. I have only seen a few of the older ones,... See Full Review

spelvini

Rating:

pros: nice sci-fi flick from the 50s that still works

cons: don't ask for too much logic-wise


Lost in Space

There is a scene in Forbidden Planet which in many ways says more about the core of Forbidden Planet... See Full Review

desslok

Rating:

pros: Really well done effects!

cons: My DVD is - how shall we say, less than outstanding.


FORBIDDEN PLANET - Forbidden Love

In the Beginning, all was darkness. And god said let there be lips, and there were and they were red... See Full Review

Dr.P

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pros: This is one of the greatest science fiction movies ever made.

cons: None.


FORBIDDEN PLANET

FORBIDDEN PLANET "For... See Full Review

cntaur5

Rating:

pros: Acting, plot, cinematography and pacing.

cons: I only have a VHS copy.


Forbidden Planet your very first science fiction movie credentials.

Forbidden Planet (1956) begins with serious narration as the United Planet Cruiser D57, heads to pla... See Full Review

busby777

Rating:

pros: state of the art special effects for its time, the monster is still fantastic

cons: you can almost see the strings sometimes


Monsters from the Id! Plus Robby, the Robot

Forbidden Planet shows us more than a mindless monster that rips people to shreds. In fact, it gives... See Full Review

dlstewart

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pros: excellent special effects and story, Robby the Robot, two formats on one DVD, good entertainment

cons: wish the DVD had movie commentary


Forbidden Planet -- Fantastic Science Fiction!

Forbidden Planet is a classic science fiction film from 1956 that is a king among sci-fi movies. Thi... See Full Review

collapsible7

Rating:

pros: Neat story, creepy alien vibes, fun special effects.

cons: Goofy dialogue.


Matte Paintings Done Right

Last night I picked this up. Forbidden Planet, starring... Leslie Nielson. Actually, it's an excelle... See Full Review

seacow

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pros: None

cons: None


The best-laid plans of Krell and men

Every so often, I feel the urge to see a movie that falls just outside of my comfort zone. Sometimes... See Full Review

Product Details

Key Information
Genre Science-Fiction/Fantasy
Directors Fred M. Wilcox
Actors Earl Holliman
Stars Anne Francis
UPC 027616234537
Running Time 1hr 38min
Available Formats DVD: Standard and letterbox
MPAA Rating G (MPAA)
Subgenre Recommended
Release Date 1956
Languages
Original Language English
DVD Editions
DVD Editions <Edition><item name="format">DVD: 2 - Disc Set 50th Anniversay Edition</item><item name="runtime">1hr 38min</item><item name="company">Warner Home Video</item><item name="date">November 14, 2006</item><item name="rating">G (MPAA)</item><item name="upc">012569691223</item></Edition>
VHS Editions
VHS Editions <Edition><item name="format">VHS</item><item name="runtime">1hr 38min</item><item name="company">MGM Home Entertainment</item><item name="date">June 18, 1996</item><item name="rating">G (MPAA)</item><item name="upc">027616468338</item><item name="sound">Sound Features: HiFi, Digital</item></Edition>
Credits
Screenwriter Cyril Hume
Professional Reviews
Professional Reviews (09/16/1994, pp.126-8, Glenn Kenny): "...Sci-fi classic....[Nielsen does] a man's-gotta-do-what-a-man's-gotta-do..." -- Rating: A-