Zodiac (DVD)

DVD had been used (as listed) but came in very good condition and had no scratches on the disk etc. Was also very pleased with delivery, arrived very quickly and was sent in a "jiffy" envelope.

The film itself is ok, but a bit long. I like the fact that it's based on a true story.

I expected so much more from this film bearing in mind it was from the makers of Seven. It was more of a documentary than a film with no real cressendo. It would build up the pace and tension slowly keeping you fairly gripped but then it would flatline by not stayng on track. Watchable but disappointing overall.

This is a great film and another wonderful performance from Jake, however the film is in 2 halfs! and seems to take a little too long to get to the end. It is worth a watch though! very nice camera work and really puts you back in the 70's.

Hearing about it for months but never getting round to watching it, I enventually ebayed this item. From start to finish, you are held in suspense, gripping your seats for the next revelation. The story is directed perfectly, with every detail as accurate as possible. If you've never heard about the Zodiac Killer, like me, the film makes you want to find out more.

Since the first scene, you are captured into the 70s America, reliving the events that occured, sensing the tension felt. The thoughts of the characters could be read without them speaking, this done by the great cast of Jake Gyllenhaal, Robert Downey Jr and Mark Ruffalo.

Although this should be more mystery than thriller as the actual amount of excitement and hearthrobbingly tense moments are few, if any, but nevertheless you will get the suspense, whilst trying to work out who Zodiac really is.

After reading about it, the film is a great adaptation of the real life events, and if only I lived there in the 70s, I would surely have a deeper sense of emotion towards it. Overall, its a great watch; the only thing left is to read the book by Robert Graysmith.