24: Redemption

In previous seasons, _24_ has had two-hour premieres (and even four hours, split between Sunday and Monday). Well, IMHO this is the two-hour premiere episode for the new season. Granted, it is not absolutely essential that you watch "24: Redemption" in order to appreciate the 24-episode Season 7 -- but if you're reading this you're almost certainly a fan of the series, and if you're a fan you almost certainly can't get enough of _24_. What has Jack Bauer been doing since the end of Season 6? You'll find out when you watch "Redemption". And if you happen to be reading this after already beginning to watch Season 7, you can still watch this TV-movie and gain an insight or two into what world events led up to the season's start. The writing, directing, acting and all other important factors are typical _24_ quality, as you might expect. The two-hour format (less commercial time in the televised version, but there is also an extended version) gives the creative types a little extra freedom to flesh out the story. Personally I was a bit disappointed that this was not the big-screen "24 movie" I was hoping we'd get, but I suppose that still could happen someday. If you are a fan of _24_, either you have already seen "24: Redemption" or you want to see it. And if buy the box-sets of each season (you do, don't you?), then you absolutely have to add this to your collection. Get it. You won't regret it.

This movie is a must for any fan of 24. Once again, the morals, honor and character of Jack Bauer are.... who he IS, staged in a fictitious country in Africa, no resources from CTU, no Chloe even, he's on the run. Do men like "Jack Bauer" really exist? I believe so. But when you DO have a family, kids, bills and a mortgage, you either follow the ROE'S of your govornment, or be tried for murder, etc. for making calls and executing them in the field (READ "Lone Survivor") Jack Bauer is plagued by his own demons, BUT.. would he give his life for a brother? A friend...a child? That's who he IS, and I believe fans would like to believe they would do the same, vicariously as it may be. There are soldiers and others who have, unsung and unrecognized except by thier creator. Fictional yet real scenario, good movie and a needed bridge between seasons, watch this movie!

Redemption's whole purpose is to set you up for season 7 and it does that soooooooo perfectly. When first watching it, I had to assume that this could possibly be completely lame and just be a stupid excuse for there to be a 24 movie. But NOT TRUE SIR! Redemption gives so much reason for Jack coming back into play. Even the most obsessed fan of 24 (such as myself) has to ask at some point, "how long can this go on and how many times can one man be pulled back into these messes and come out on top every time???" Well, seriously... Redemption continues to make sense of everything and absolutely won't let you down. Plus, if you skip this movie and go straight to season 7, you'll be a little in the dark on a few things. I don't have to tell you that it's a "must have" for any fan of 24 because any fan already knows that as long as its part of the series, it is a "must have."

All the classic 24 action and adventure wrapped in a lush backgound and tied up nicely in under two hours. Opens with a telling intro to child soldiers in Africa that is shocking, sad and honest. Story is primarily shot in Africa as the crew decided that was the best place to get the look and feel. From the very first scene as we scan across a city, I said to myself I'm convinced this is Africa even before knowing it was shot there. The primary focus here is on Jack's relationship with and old friend and some African student's at his friends school that are eventually targeted as recruits for a coup army. Very good interaction and the story develops in real time. The secondary plot is the background leading into season 7, including the induction of the first female president and some information on who is supplying the money to the coup in Africa. Typical gun play and explosions and the only one getting tortured is our buddy, Bauer. Couldn't ask for anything more. There is also a very touching extra on the issue of child soldiers worldwide provided by experts with letters read by some of the cast of 24. Some of the kids stories are truly remarkable.

Too bad we didn't know this was out before we ended one season and started the next. It's pretty good background context on why President Taylor's son was murdered and what the heck the Sengalese were so fired up about! The acting by Robert Carlyle was especially first rate. And oh my goodness, the African children's acting abilities were phenomenal! Sometimes the side stories disintegrate into maudlin, but still lots of fun. We like comparing it to the current behind-the-scenes government, and ponder how much we will never know about the political deals and favors that occur. Streaming the series 24 cab be intense; there's so much non-stop action that if you watch before bedtime, can make for some interesting dreams; that is if you can shed the fight-or-flight adrenalin rush before your head hits the pillow.

If you're lukewarm about 24 or a casual fan, you may or may not enjoy this. If you're a diehard 24 fan, this is a must have for your collection. The DVD features are absolutely worth it. You get both the broadcast version and an extended edition, plus commentary with Kiefer, the director and the screenwriter. There's a boatload of extras on top of that. There was plenty of cheese and action flick camp, but at its heart this is a sincere look into the kind of psychological impact and moral ambiguity that men like Jack Bauer have to deal with as a result of their chosen profession. Is it exaggerated for dramatic effect? Of course. But make no mistake that there really are men in this world who make the kind of choices these guys make, and suffer for fulfilling their duty. As a prequel, this is a fantastic set-up to Season 7. Overall I felt this was a beautiful insight into Jack's character, something the show normally doesn't have time to do. It was also a heart-wrenching look at the reality of child soldiers. The DVD includes a special about that topic and talks about ways you can help. If you love 24, buy this DVD. You won't regret it at all.

This was a very well crafted movie. It really showed how Africans fare when receiving permission to enter US zones and the dangers they face. The acting in this movie was outstanding by Kiefer Sutherland and Robert Carlyle. I nearly cried when Carl Benton sacrificed himself to save the fleeing African migrants from military training by Juma's troops. This also showed the challenges a president of the USA faces when dealing with a crisis in a place like Sangala. Should we continue to help the African children against the Juma's troops or should we evacuate the embassy which might embolden terrorists? The whole movie was very well done.

I had my doubts when I purchased the movie, mainly because of what caused the season itself to stop when they started shooting it. I mean the writter's strike. Before buying it I've read the plot in flics website and reminded me an old movie starring Chuck Norris (of whom I like his fighting but not his acting). So, with all these concerns I pressed the play button and I found a very good movie indeed. A bit different from what I've seen of Jack Bauer but after all... it's his Redemption, right?. I certainly recommend this movie... specially in widescreen format. And Season 7 too, of course.

I'm a die hard fan of 24 series and Keifer Sutherland. Though its a short version of 24 hours and redemption for upcoming season, movie keeps the same momentum as the previous TV sequels.

Y esa pega es que los discos DVD vienen dispuestos de 2 en 2 e insertados de tal forma que cuesta extraerlos con el consiguiente peligro de rotura. La colección viene muy recogida pero por ello ocurre lo que he descrito antes. Por lo demás es perfecta. Todos los DVD's contienen 4 episodios y tienen la opción de menú de REPRODUCIR TODO... por lo que es seleccionar esa opción y los 4 episodios se reproduciran seguidos sin necesidad de seleccionar cada uno. El precio al que adquirí la colección fue bastante correcto: 84,87 € El envío perfecto y en menos tiempo del habitual. Amazon de 10 como siempre. ;-)

Questa serie TV è fra le più potenti, superbe, dinamiche ed eccellenti che abbiano potuto realizzare!!! Giuro, non ho più visto una serie che possa stargli al passo o che l'abbia superata.... chi come me ha visto "24", sa esattamente di cosa parlo! È un capolavoro assoluto! Insuperabile! Tiene lo spettatore in continua tensione ed ansia, in un susseguirsi di eventi e colpi di scena che tengono col fiato sospeso.... vi sorprenderà, vi sconvolgerà, vi farà provare tante di quelle emozioni e sensazioni contrastanti che non saprete decidere se questa serie vi turba o vi disturba.... vi sentirete come nelle montagne russe e alla fine vi appassionerà talmente, che non potrete fare a meno di vedere e avere tutte e 10 stagioni!!! Consigliatissima!!! Imballaggio perfetto e consegna nei tempi previsti.

Set between series six and seven, this is essential viewing for the 24 fan! Jack is in Africa, trying desperately to hide out and be anonymous, but life catchesd him up in a most dramatic way, and as this amazing DVD draws to a close, you are not sure whether to scream at the TV for him NOT to do it, or DO it (to tell you what I am talking about would be a plot spoiler, but when you see it you will understand). It sets the scene totally for season seven, and given that one of the extras is a full 17 mins of the first episode in season seven, you quickly realise the connection and how it will play out in the fullness of season seven. In short, you NEED this to understand season 7! Very much worth the buy - just make sure you get the extended cut and not the standard one, as the extra minutes really do make the difference!

Love 24, fast shipping, good quality no problem and I will definitely recommend this seller.