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Alphabet Entertainment (An A to Z guide of things I enjoy) D
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Dances with Wolves - Extended Cut (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)Dances with Wolves - Extended Cut (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
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Another film to appear on several of my lists. One of the best unbiased westerns ever. Native Americans are seen as people and not attacking wild men as they are seen in almost every western made.
Dawn of the Dead (Widescreen Unrated Director's Cut)Dawn of the Dead (Widescreen Unrated Director's Cut)
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Normally I am not a fan of re-makes because the originals get it right the first timel. I still enjoy Romero's film but I enjoy this one so much more. This film should be the template for all remakes.
Dazed & Confused - Criterion CollectionDazed & Confused - Criterion Collection
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Every decade has a flag ship film for the teenage years. Porky's is the 50's, Animal House the 60's, Fasttimes at R. H. the 80's, and Can't Hardly Wait for the 90's. This film covers the 70's. Enjoy!
DeathtrapDeathtrap
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I saw this in the movies when I was a kid and the story blew me away. There are very few movies I see that catch me off guard and this was one of them. A great mystery with plenty of twists.
The Descent (Original Unrated Cut) [Widescreen Edition]The Descent (Original Unrated Cut) [Widescreen Edition]
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NEW TO LIST! One of the Best Horror films in a long time. The scares are strong without resorting to the gross factor all the current films employ. The characters have substance and don't feel like bodies waiting to die.
Die Hard (Five Star Collection)Die Hard (Five Star Collection)
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THE action film as far as I'm concerned. After Die Hard came out, every action movie for the next decade was compared to it in their reviews. Cannot wait for part 4.
The Dirty Dozen (Two-Disc Special Edition)The Dirty Dozen (Two-Disc Special Edition)
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I think this was the first war movie I ever saw. Lee Marvin enlists 12 military prisoners on a dangerous mission against the nazi's. Their records will be cleared, if they survive. A Classic.
Drums Along the MohawkDrums Along the Mohawk
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An old Henry Fonda film about lif in colonial New England around the time of the French and Indian War. Worth the time just for some of the characters.
Doctor Who - The Complete Second SeriesDoctor Who - The Complete Second Series
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New To List! I remember the BBC series when I was a kid but this new version raises the longest running sci-fi show in history to a whole other level. David Tennant was born to play the Doctor and will be sorely missed when he gives up the reins.
Rock of Ages: The Definitive CollectionRock of Ages: The Definitive Collection by Def Leppard
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Def Leppard is one of only a handfull of musical acts where I buy the album as soon as it comes out. Not everything they do is golden but I usually enjoy most of their songs.
John Denver - Definitive All-Time Greatest HitsJohn Denver - Definitive All-Time Greatest Hits by John Denver
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Yes, I have John Denver on my list. I grew up thinking of him as the guy who was always on "The Muppet Show" but I didn't come to appreciate his music until I was older.
The Essential Neil DiamondThe Essential Neil Diamond by Neil Diamond
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And yes, Neil Diamond is also on my list. This is another song writer I didn't get to know until I was older. I prefer his classics but his new album is a strong comeback.
The Best of the DoorsThe Best of the Doors by The Doors
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You can't have an "all things great that begin with D" list without including The Doors. Not every song is for everyone but I think they do Have a song for everyone.
Mark Antony's Heroes: How the Third Gallica Legion Saved an Apostle and Created an EmperorMark Antony's Heroes: How the Third Gallica Legion Saved an Apostle and Created an Emperor by Stephen Dando-Collins
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This is the fourth book in Stephen Dondo-Collins series covering the various Legions of Rome. If you like ancient history or are a fan of the Roman Empire then you've got to try out these books.
The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2006: 19th Annual CollectionThe Year's Best Fantasy and Horror 2006: 19th Annual Collection
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The #1 genre anthology series on the market today. I admit I look forward to the Best New Horror series but this annual is massive in its scope. You cannot go wrong is you're a fan of either genre.
The Bone Collector (A Lincoln Rhyme Novel)The Bone Collector (A Lincoln Rhyme Novel) by Jeffrey Deaver
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This was my first Jeffrey Deaver novel so it was obviously not his last. I've read other novels by Mr. Deaver but I am always partial to a Lincoln Rhyme mystery. (Don't let the movie dissuade you).
The Ipcress FileThe Ipcress File by Len Deighton
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I read only a few authors from the spy/ espionage genre but there wouldn't be a genre if there hadn't been a Len Deighton. This is why his books are so important.
The Man in the High CastleThe Man in the High Castle by Philip K. Dick
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Did you like Blade Runner? What about Total Recall? They were both based on the work of Philip K. Dick, but you haven't experienced the story unless you've read him. Always enjoyable.
The Complete Hammer's Slammers Volume 1The Complete Hammer's Slammers Volume 1 by David Drake
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I read a lot of david Drake's stuff growing up but my personal favorite are the "Hammer's Slammers" books. This first volume will give you a healthy dose of those stories.
The Dark DescentThe Dark Descent by Clive Barker
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Normally I would list this by the editor but this anthology has taken on a life of its own. Pick it up. You may have read a story or two but you haven't read them all. Everyone here is a gem.
Dark Forces (Signet)Dark Forces (Signet)
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This is "The Dark Descent" Jr., which is why I didn't list this by editor either. The stories here are by more recent talent (for the 80's) and is another great collection.
Daredevil by Frank Miller & Klaus Janson OmnibusDaredevil by Frank Miller & Klaus Janson Omnibus by Frank Miller
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Before "The Dark Knight Returns", "Sin City" and "300", this is the creative run that put writer/artist Frank Miller on the map. This enormous hardcover collects the entire initial run on daredevil. This is definitely worth the price of admission.
Daredevil: Born AgainDaredevil: Born Again by Frank Miller
Buy new: $16.49 / Used from: $59.98
Coming soon in premier Hardcover format. My personal all time favorite Daredevil story. Daredevil's worst enemy learns his secret identity and begins to dismantle his life. One of the most powerful tales in Graphic novel format.
Daredevil, Vol. 4Daredevil, Vol. 4 by Brian Michael Bendis
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I used to think Frank Miller was the only writer who could do Daredevil. Boy, was I wrong. Brian Michael Bendis' run is the stuff of legend accompanied by the amazing art of Alex Maleev.
The DC Comics Encyclopedia, Updated and Expanded EditionThe DC Comics Encyclopedia, Updated and Expanded Edition by Michael Teitelbaum
Buy new: $26.40 / Used from: $22.00
New To List! This is an excellent (an updated) collection of all things DC. Filled with amazing artwork by some of the biggest names in the business. This is the go to guide for all your favorite heroes, villains, and events.