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May, 2000:
Hi,
Long time fan of the Devlin/Emmerich  Universe. Love 'em all. Not all were intelligent, but they were undeniably FUN to watch. Well, there's one movie thats been overlooked, and I cannot allow this travesty to go on any further. This movie's name is . . . . MOON 44. Directed and written by Emmerich, this is the one where he got to know Devlin. It's also a pretty darn good (if depressing) sci-fi movie, with the always good Michael Pare. It deals with serious things in a serious manner, and
is darker than night. Theres great maturity from Emmerich in the way he handled it. So, I checked to the ends of the Earth, and what did I find?  A single, paultry pan-and-scan VHS edition (which I DO own, since it's the only option). Why doesn't a DVD edition exist? Even if it only as the movie and nothing else, it would be worth it to see it in widescreen. I'm sick that this film has been and is being ignored. MOON 44 deserves some respect, so lets give it some.
RESPONSE:  Moon 44 is an interesting movie from a historical standpoint since it was the first major film that involved both Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich.  Overall, the movie had a low-budget feel to it (because it *was* low-budget!) but you could see glimpses of Emmerich's signature directing style which is only a preview of things to come.  And it was great seeing Dean in a prominent acting role and doing a good job of it too!  I will most likely devote a section of this website to Moon 44.  But this likely won't happen until after the hectic pace created by the imminent release of "The Patriot" slows down.  Have faith, Moon 44 will have its day in the sun!

April, 2000:
Hello, I am an extremely big fan of the movie ID4. I think it is the best movie that EVER WAS MADE, EVER IS MADE, and EVER WILL BE MADE! If Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich ever create another ID4 they should also plan on a Trilogy. After all 2 movies is not enough, however 4 movies will kill the series.(like Episode 1) Personally I don't think there should be any sequels to ID4 because it is already a flawless masterpiece of perfection. A sequel can make or break a movie and I don't think a sequel is possible for ID4. Last I heard was that Will Smith is not doing sequels to any of his movies, and what's an ID4 2 without Will Smith! I collect ID4 merchandise even now, I'm something of a 'ID4 Bounty Hunter'. Skeptics of this film are many and that's because some people carry their IQs to movies. I mean please! Movies are for entertainment why bother to scientifically analyse them.  As for your website, it is the best place for Centropolis fan information. I don't think any other exists with such updated quality. Keep up the excellent work!
The Ultimate ID4 Fan,
EAGLE LEADER.
RESPONSE:  I completely agree with you about how people show up at the theatre with their IQ's.  In fact, I feel sorry for these people because they can no longer enjoy a movie for what it is -- namely, entertainment.  As for an ID4 sequel, I'm undecided about whether it should be done.  As you've pointed out, many sequels have been butchered in the past.  But then you get the rare sequel gem such as "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Aliens".  Whatever happens, it sounds very much like Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich are being extremely cautious about doing a sequel, wisely choosing only to do it if it's done correctly and with a fantastic script.  And thanks for the kind words about the website!  Praise from devoted fans like yourself make my efforts all worth it.

hello, i just wanted you to know that i am the biggest fan of ID4 in the world. I felt it was the most incredible, memorable, and epic disaster movie of all time.  I have no complaints about the film at all and praise it for what it is , a fantastic movie that takes you into the most terrifying situation and the most winning ending.  I don't feel it is just a popcorn movie at all.  I thought it was one of the top 5 best movies ever made. I noticed you used the word epic very often in your stargate description which it was I love stargate, however ID4 was epic in everyway.  Godzilla was okay but not entertaining. I did not get chills watching it. Personally I thought the destruction of the White House alone is better then Godzilla altogether even though I own it on dvd.  I think Id4 is what real movies are about I take it as being very real and I think movies like The Matrix and total recall and starship troopers are just total crap. They were boring dum pointless and had no where near what Id4 had. The ID4 speech alone is better then the matrix.   Anyway I just felt you should know I love your site and Roland Emmerich is the reason I am in filmaking today, Not frigin James Cameron or Michael Bay.          Later   Anthony
RESPONSE:  I'm glad that you like my site and it's nice to see that Roland Emmerich is a source of inspiration for you.  My respect for his talents is also a source of inspiration for me.  I also believe that ID4 is one of the most epic movies ever made -- it was just an oversight that I didn't use the word 'epic'.  I do, however, mention that ID4 is "about as close to perfection as any previous sci-fi movie has ever been" which I think is pretty good praise!  And it is my favourite Devlin/Emmerich movie.

Hi!  Congrats on your excellent website which I've just visited! :)  One suggestion: You may want to add a link to another great movies site, which I've just become aware of. At http://www.acses.com you can find any video or DVD and compare prices from all major online movies shops. It helps you to track down the best deal on any movie!
RESPONSE:  Thanks for the tip. I'll leave the link here so that others can check it out.

I recently saw the unedited vesion of STARGATE which is about nine minutes longer than the theatrical release. Reel.com has the VHS extented version, but not the DVD extended version. I would like to know if the uncut version is available anywhere on DVD.
RESPONSE:  Currently, the extended version only exists in VHS format.
UPDATE:  There is a special edition DVD now available with the extra nine minutes.

I just want to say that 'ID4' was such an over-rated movie except maybe in its state-of-the-art special effects. I personally thought the special effects were mind-blowing but the plot was not very exciting at all but rather another big piece of American propaganda about 'America saving the world from alien invasion on its national day'. A few weeks earlier I had seen 'The arrival' which I thought  had a much more clever and realistic plot, and was very suspenseful as opposed to ID4 in which you knew what was going to happen almost every minute. 'The arrival' on the other hand was very under-rated and it is a shame that the enormous amount of money that is invested in the launch of some movies(i.e ID4) almost always determines the success that it will have.
RESPONSE:  I agree with you that "The Arrival" was a great movie, and your complaint about ID4 is one that many people have.  But I look at ID4 as being a "popcorn" movie which should just be enjoyed for its sheer entertainment value.  Despite its simple plot, ID4 is a fun movie to watch for other reasons.

was looking for info on an acquaitance of my ex-husband's from Penn State's Acting Dept. that I've been seeing alot of lately....Bob Clendenin.  He evidently has a speaking role in The 13th Floor, but I don't see him in pics...can't wait to see the film.  Wish I knew how to get in touch with
him...just to send a congrats! and way to go! But love the rest of your site too!   great job!!!
RESPONSE:  Bob Clendenin has a small role playing the bank manager.  He speaks with the main character, Craig Bierko, immediately after Bierko enters the computer simulation for the first time.