Field of Dreams (HD DVD, 2006)

Great movie that captures the American love of baseball as a tradition and an integral part of our culture. One of Kevin Costner's better performances - he's not quite so wooden in this one. James Earl Jones is very good as Terrance Mann (a fictional author from the 60s/70s), though it would have been nice to have the actual character from the book - J.D. Salinger. As good as the movie is I kind of liked the book ("Shoeless Joe") better, mostly because the book left it up in the air as to whether the ghost ballplayers were really there or were simply a metaphor. Nice bit part by Burt Lancaster as Moonlight Graham.

Those who know & love baseball will really appreciate the writer's love of the game and its place in American culture, but it's a move that can also be enjoyed by lay persons, as well. "If you build it, he will come" has become a classic phrase in our culture.

No matter how much you like Costner, this story is about second chances, about following your heart, and about being willing to sacrifice for others and it's hard to mess that up! I find myself stopping to watch every time it comes on TV because it doesn't get old and it doesn't have any boring parts. I loved Amy Madigan, Burt Lancaster, James Earl Jones, and little Gaby Hoffman! Good one to enjoy as a couple becasue it's not a guy flick nor a chick flick. You don't want to miss this classic!

Have always liked this movie because it's genuinely a classic. GREAT flic! I bought this as a gift and found out that the recipient cannot use it because HD DVD's are no longer compatible with most DVD players- even when it says HD Upconvert. Basically, I have to buy a new dvd in replacement of it. I wish I would've been educated on the HD part of it prior to purchasing but the seller did as promised so it had nothing to do with them. I also bought this dvd because it was inexpensive compared to the others. PROBABLY because it's hard to play on most dvd players. All in all- I'd recommend this movie just not the HD DVD format.

I think this movie is a classic "baseball" movie, but more about something that is fading today. I remember throwing baseball with my Dad, but an industrial accident ended that (he lost a thumb). With his recent passing, this movie is even more special. Kostner is a little too wild eyed, and the town meeting scene is a little silly, but this movie still a blast. Burt Lancaster & Ray Liotta were perfect! Go get it today and add it to your collection!

A timeless classic. Paints a great picture of baseball for the kids, and good family values. Kevin Costner does a excellent job, as does James Earl Jones et al. We watched it with our boys and several of the boys from their team and every loved the movie.