The Best Amazon 2024

1. Fire on the Amazon [DVD] [1993]

When British director Basil Dearden perished in an automobile accident in March 1971, at the relatively young age of 60, his demise put an end to one of the most exciting and unique directorial careers in contemporary British cinema. Dearden's work had grown particularly noteworthy in the late 1950s and early 1960s, when he left his 'home studio' of Ealing and began to strike notes seldom heard in English movie theaters at that time, with films that explored such issues as race, homosexuality, the legacy of Britain's involvement in World War II, and many more controversial subjects. This box set from the Criterion Collection's Eclipse series features four such films. It begins with the 1959 Sapphire, starring Nigel Patrick and Yvonne Mitchell - in the tale of a slain young woman whose death opens a window into the bitter racism belying late '50s London. The second feature in the set, 1960's The League of Gentlemen, concerns a disillusioned veteran (Jack Hawkins) who assembles a cadre of washed-up ex-WWII soldiers to launch a sophisticated heist. The third film in the set, 1961's Victim, stars Dirk Bogarde as a closeted, married homosexual who risks disclosure to thwart a blackmailer preying on England's gay community. Finally, 1962's All Night Long updates Shakespeare's Othello to early '60s London, for the tale of a chaotic, betrayal-ridden anniversary party; the film also contains rare performances by Dave Brubeck and Charles Mingus.

2. Amazonia [DVD] [2013]

Denon’s 7.2 Channel Audio Video Receiver, AVR-X1700H powers the next generation of home theater. Get the most premium cinematic entertainment experience with Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X and the latest audio formats. Enjoy Wireless Streaming with built-in HEOS Technology, Bluetooth, and AirPlay 2. Features full voice control with Amazon Alexa, Google Assist and Josh.ai.

In this adventure, a devoted fiancee journeys to the jungle to take on the terrifying Amazon women who have been holding her lover hostage.

3. Amazon Trek: In Search of Vanishing Secrets [DVD] [2007]

AirPlay 2 technology; 1 smart speaker; 1 x woofer driver; 1 x tweeter driver

This collection includes the Shirley Temple movies Baby, Take a Bow; Bright Eyes; Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm; Young People; Stowaway; and Wee Willie Winkie.

4. Philips - Hue White A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb - White

Connects to compatible devices via 3G, 4G, 4G LTE or Bluetooth; Split-Spectrum, ionization and photoelectric sensors; Nest app (download required); mounting hardware included

Easy smart lighting in your home with this fully dimmable smart light bulb. Control it instantly via Bluetooth in one room, or connect to a Hue bridge (sold separately) to unlock the full set of smart lighting features.

5. Philips - Hue White A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb (2-Pack) - White

Weather-resistant design; over 16 million colors and 50,000 shades of warm and cool white light; uniform diffused strip lighting; includes clips and screws

Easy smart lighting in your home with these 2 fully dimmable smart light bulbs. Control them instantly via Bluetooth in one room, or connect to a Hue bridge (sold separately) to unlock the full set of smart lighting features.

6. World of Wonder Triple Feature: The Alps/Amazon/Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk [3 Discs] [DVD]

2.4GHz/5GHz wireless technology; night vision; unlimited range; Amazon Alexa enabled; temperature, humidity and night light sensors

This collection of nature documentaries highlights a variety of wonders of the natural world, including the sheer rock-and-ice wall called the Eiger in the mountains of Switzerland, the lush, deadly, and rapidly disappearing Amazon, and the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon in the United States.

7. Bose - Smart Speaker 500 Wireless All-In-One Smart Speaker - Triple Black

Marine speaker installationOld speaker removalRouting to radio or amplifierInstructional overview

The Bose Smart Speaker 500 delivers wall-to-wall stereo sound from a single wireless smart speaker. Built-in voice control from Amazon Alexa puts songs, playlists, and more at the tip of your tongue. And you have the freedom to control the music your way - with your voice, with a tap on the top controls, or with the Bose Music app.

8. Bose - Smart Speaker 500 Wireless All-In-One Smart Speaker - Luxe Silver

Marine speaker installationOld speaker removalRouting to radio or amplifierInstructional overview

The Bose Smart Speaker 500 delivers wireless wall-to-wall stereo sound from a single speaker. Built-in voice control from Alexa and Google Assistant puts songs, playlists, and more at the tip of your tongue. And you have the freedom to control the music your way - with your voice, with a tap on the top controls, or with the Bose Music app.

9. Amazon Trek: In Search of Vanishing Secrets [Blu-ray] [2007]

AirPlay 2 technology; 1 smart speaker; 1 x woofer driver; 1 x tweeter driver

Secure entertainment tablets for long-term use with this Insignia Amazon Fire 10-inch glass screen protector. Wet, dry and polishing cloths are included, making it easy to clean fingerprints and stains for a clear view. This impact-resistant Insignia Amazon Fire 10-inch tablet glass screen protector comes with a quick setup guide that simplifies the installation process.

10. Amazon Women on the Moon [Collector's Edition] [DVD] [1987]

AirPlay 2 technology; 1 smart speaker; 1 x woofer driver; 1 x tweeter driver

Though it may come second to Kentucky Fried Movie in the eyes of many lovers of episodic, anarchic comedies, the side-splitting satire of television excess gets notable treatment from the folks at Universal in this special collector's edition release. A 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen presentation without question tops the previous pan-and-scan release from Image Entertainment, and, with nicely balanced colors and even skin tones, proves a fair representation of a film that has gotten little respect. The Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono audio mix (presented in closed-captioned English and Spanish) is certainly passable with a clean mix that's free of any audible distortion, and English, Spanish, and French subtitles are also included. As much as the film is improved upon in this release though, Universal has truly separated it from the previous, bare-bones release by including the legendary deleted scenes from the theatrical release. For the most part, it's easy to see why the six deleted scenes were ultimately excised from the final cut, though Dick Miller fans will be happy to see the inclusion of director Joe Dante's "The French Ventriloquist's Dummy" skit that has previously found its way into network broadcasts of the film. Likewise, Jenny Agutter makes a brief appearance in a fun "Peter Pan Theater" skit. A series of outtakes indicate that the cast and crew were having a blast making the film with a series of flubbed lines and much on-set monkey play from Dante's "Roast Your Loved One" segment. A giddy theatrical trailer and a trio of film recommendations sound out the disc nicely.