Sinbad

Great show not a bad interpretation of the original movies could be darker a little to child friendly but I still enjoyed it and can’t wait to watch it again and for such a low price I just have to

I sat down expecting a real action adventure, knowing the traditional tales of Sinbad. Unfortunately, the TV Sinbad didn't really grip me. I thought that Elliot Knight in the lead role lacked the charisma that is needed and left the series feeling flat. The stories are often sluggish or lose pace. I loved the Maltese location shots but I wanted to be be left wanting more story telling when the series finished. Instead I found myself indifferent to the any further adventures. Sadly, I feel that this was a missed opportunity.

For carefree Sinbad, the hustle too far - a death inadvertently caused. Powerful father of the victim swears revenge, killing Sinbad's brother for starters. Despairing but loving, their grandmother places on Sinbad a curse - he henceforth to sail the seas, never to spend more than a day on land. Only when more responsible will the curse be lifted.... 12 episodes, an initial disaster whittling those on board Providence to a few colourful characters. From then on - storms, magic, monsters, dastardly villains and formidable challenges. Visually the series is glorious. Admittedly much else could be improved with storylines stronger, scripts more worthy (minus those banal exchanges), more convincing acting from some of the cast. Episode 12 may divide opinion - this venturing into far darker territory, all very psychological and none too easy to follow. All that said, there is much to enjoy here - lively adventures, surprising guest names featured. Overall, a guilty pleasure - just in need of adjustments to propel it into a higher league. (Three bonus features, including an interesting tour of Malta - the island ideal setting for most of the location shots.)

I happened to see this Sinbad as trailer and since I already love the previous adventure films about Sinbad, both with real actors and animated, I was curious if this tv film would make something new and worth seeing. Well it is, and I watched the whole series almost without stop. The story line weaves in small clues about Sinbad's past, fast paced with some scary mythological creatures appearing and the many surprises and turns made me watch episode after episode. The actors are new and fresh, not depending on star status they bring a very good and deep performance into every story. The young Elliot Knight is really good looking with huge talent in acting. I am looking forward to season 2, hopefully they will make one. I gave 5 stars since I loved the adventures, the actors were both funny and added deep emotion when required. I will watch this DVD over again since it gave me a good feeling and I would love to be on such an adventure myself.

I thoroughly enjoyed this DVD of the tv series. The actors portrayed their characters realistically, there are meaty roles for the women and a variety of well-known actors making guest appearances. There is at least one exciting CGI creature/effect per episode and the scenery is lovely. All in all, brilliant family viewing. I can't understand how another series was not commissioned - let us have The 2nd Voyage of Sinbad!

A new take on an old story and as such could have been better with stronger story lines. Although this series showed promise someone clearly did not think so and cut it after one series.

I bought this couple of years ago and even today it still brilliant it's a shame they didn't do a second one.

No charisma between the actors , not as good as thought. a bit dissapointing may sell on. Not seen all of the stories yet however so it may improve. The only one who can act is the cook.

子供のころ読んだアラビアンナイトの「シンドバッドの冒険」とは大分印象違います。シンドバッドの仲間には、ヴァイキングの大男、中国人のシェフ、猫娘のような女の子などおり、現代のご時世に合わせたメンバー構成になっています。地中海のミニハリウッドと呼ばれるマルタ島でのロケ映像が美しい。中には世界遺産もある当地の本物の建造物で撮影しているので背景までも見どころ。９話ゲストのリー・イングルビー氏の出演作なので購入しましたが、安定の卑怯者かつ小心者役でした。

Wenn möglich im Original ansehen - Schöne Special Effects, sympathische Hauptdarsteller, netter Humor, magische Geschichten, Abenteuer.....was will man mehr bei Schmuddelwetter und Sofa-Entspannung - hoffentlich wird die Serie fortgesetzt!

Acquistata per unire l'utile al dilettevole (rafforzare la mia pronuncia anglofona mentre mi diverto calandomi nell'avventura del celebre marinaio), la serie in tre dvd non ha mancato le mie aspettative; salvo qualche pausa "superflua" nel ritmo del racconto, verso metà; nonchè qualche ingenuità narrativa nel finale (incertezze su come concludere; "smarrimento" di qualche personaggio centrale), la storia si dipana serrata e intrigante. I sottotitoli in inglese sono ben "piazzati" per dare modo di afferrare taluni idiomi sussurrati o troppo veloci. Sono veramente soddisfatto! Ineccepibili come d'abitudine, tempi e modi di consegna del prodotto da parte di Amazon.

superb story that of Sinbad wonderfully carried by Elliott Knight! pity she did not know any other season ... it's the best!

Buon prodotto, in lingua inglese con sottotitoli in inglese. Audio e video di buona qualità. Consegnato con puntualità come sempre.