Spartacus: The Compete Series (Limited Edition Collector's Set)
Overview -
This is a special release. A compilation of all Starz's 'Spartacus' seasons in gloriously over-the-top blood-spattered packaging. There's not much focus on the actual content, although there are some new special features. This is mainly a gory tribute to the show. A macabre mantel piece for fans to show off in their homes, if you're into that kind of thing. The seasons themselves are the same. Most of this review will simply link to previous reviews. However, later on, I'll cover the new special features that come along with this set.
Spartacus tells the classic tale of the Republic's most infamous rebel, who comes alive in the series' first season, Blood and Sand. Then comes Gods of the Arena, a prequel that explores a deadly history before the arrival of Spartacus, and the death he now carries with him. The second season, Vengeance, continues to follow Spartacus as he is faced with a choice to either satisfy his personal need for vengeance, or make the sacrifices necessary to keep his growing army from breaking apart at the seams. Finally, in War of the Damned, Spartacus carves his name into history as he plots to avenge his wife's death and leads Batiatus' slaves in a bloody uprising that will not be forgotten or equaled.
Storyline: Our Reviewer's Take
Please consult our individual season reviews:
'Spartacus: Blood and Sand' - 4 Stars
'Spartacus: Gods of the Arena' - 2.5 Stars
Video Review
Please consult our individual season reviews for video scores:
'Spartacus: Blood and Sand' - 4.5 Stars
'Spartacus: Gods of the Arena' - 4.5 Stars
Audio Review
Please consult our individual season reviews for audio scores:
'Spartacus: Blood and Sand' - 4.5 Stars
'Spartacus: Gods of the Arena' - 4.5 Stars
Special Features
Please consult our individual season reviews for special feature lists:
'Spartacus: Blood and Sand' - 3.5 Stars
'Spartacus: Gods of the Arena' - 2.5 Stars
Final Thoughts
The reason you're getting this set, if you are, is because you're an absolute die-hard fan of the show. This isn't a casual fan purchase. It takes a certain kind of fan to want to display this gory memento on their shelves. The price point should disuade most. The biggest problem is there isn't much in the way of actual new content that should excite people. Sure, there are some new commentaries and a few new featurettes, but nothing ground-breaking that might warrant purchasing this. The real draw is the packaging. If you dig it, then this is certainly for you. This is a "For Fans Only" purchase if I've ever seen one.
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