Stargate SG-U: 1.0 [Blu-ray]

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A group of soldiers, scientists and civilians fleeing an attack,is stranded billions of miles from Earth on an Ancient ship known as the Destiny. Locked on an unknown course, they must fight to survive and find a way home. The danger, adventure and hope they find on board the Destiny will reveal the heroes and [...]

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Includes the extended pilot and over 40 minutes of behind-the-scenes footage as well as exclusive Blu-ray features

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List Price: $ 69.99

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5 Reviews

DMBX says:

September 7, 2010 at 4:54 pm

Review by DMBX for Stargate SG-U: 1.0 [Blu-ray]
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This show surprised me in a good way at the half-season finale, “Justice”. Before that point the show usually had all the excitement of watching a glacier melt. But that episode was pretty ballsy, and gave some hope that the series really is different from other Stargate shows. I enjoyed the previous shows for what they were, but the formula needs shaking up.

But this nonsense the sales idiots came up with — “Hey let’s jedi mind-trick everybody into thinking half seasons are actually full seasons, and charge them full season prices” — is just sad. ~$40 for a half season is $80 per season guys, and people aren’t even paying that for shows that have proved themselves far superior. (Despite the stylistic overtures, so far this show is not even close to BSG when it was at its best. Then again, neither was the BSG finale, but you get the idea.)

Apologies to those who believe you can’t review a product without owning it — but I’m sorry, if you own this set at this price, *you* have been pwned. I did watch every episode when they aired, but don’t own the set — and won’t, until somebody at MGM realizes that lowering, not raising, prices in a recession will increase sales. Of course I can’t comment on the extras, but there aren’t any extras that could possibly make this a good deal.

So here’s my suggestion to MGM: go over the minutes of whatever “How can we screw customers?” meeting in which it was decided to try this approach for SGU DVD/Blu-Ray sales. Pull the name of the guy who suggested it. And then send him back to Wendy’s or McDonalds where he belongs.
Christopher Smith says:

September 7, 2010 at 4:59 pm

Review by Christopher Smith for Stargate SG-U: 1.0 [Blu-ray]
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I really wish studios would stop this obnoxious habit of releasing “half” seasons at full price. Yeah, I can understand that this release will tide fans over until the series resumes in 2010, but $70 for 10 episodes on the Blu-ray is excessive. And of course there’s always the possibility that there will be a full season set released at some point for a double-dip later on. Some credit is due for including high-res audio.

As far as the series is concerned, it has possibilities, but I struggle to find any of the characters likable (except for Eli, who’s clearly there to appeal to the nerd herd) and the stories have little action of consequence. The show is suffering an identity crisis as it doesn’t know whether to be Battlestar Galactica (big shoes to fill) or a soap opera.

I think I’ll sit this one out for the moment and see what happens next!
ScoobyDooFan says:

September 7, 2010 at 5:35 pm

Review by ScoobyDooFan for Stargate SG-U: 1.0 [Blu-ray]
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Stargate SG-U: Season One [Blu-ray]

There has been a lot of buzz around Stargate Universe. Some really like it, some really really hate it. I’m one of those people who has been really enjoying the show. Some say it’s too slow, which is understandable. Not alot has happened in the 9 episodes that have aired. But other than that, I think the show has been pretty enjoyable so far.

Extras for the recently announced Blu-Ray will include the Behind the scenes videos that have been avalible on SGU’s website as well as audio commentaries for all 9 episodes. [...].

Now my major problem with this: Not only are they splitting the season up into two parts, but for only nine episodes, it carries a ridiculously high price point. I could understand the [...] price tag if it was for the whole season, but not for nine episodes. For three or four dollars less, I can get 24 episodes of 24′s seventh season, and that’s on Blu-Ray too. I really wish MGM would come to their senses.
Jeremy Gawthorp says:

September 7, 2010 at 6:30 pm

Review by Jeremy Gawthorp for Stargate SG-U: 1.0 [Blu-ray]
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Why do these studios keep trying to rip us off? This is half of a season, so to get the whole season you have to make two purchases. That is stupid, so please do not support there decision to rob us.
Anthony J. Tesoriero says:

September 7, 2010 at 6:46 pm

Review by Anthony J. Tesoriero for Stargate SG-U: 1.0 [Blu-ray]
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I wanted to get this series but the price was way too high and from the reviews, not complete. I recommend just downloading it online for free from vuse or another site. Don’t get ripped off.