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Previously released on DVD as a no-frills disc, Columbia TriStar Home Video has thankfully re-released Kevin Smith's controversial satirical religious fantasy, Dogma, as a two-disc special edition. The DVD is thoroughly excellent and a prime example of what the format is really capable of. Disc one contains the digitally mastered film in its original theatrical ratio of 2.35:1 (Smith's first film in scope), anamorphically enhanced for widescreen TVs. The picture is superb and seems identical to the transfer on the no-frills release. The film, which has been given an expansive 5.1 Dolby Digital boost, also seems identical to the previous disc's audio. The film's audio is also available in English, French, and Spanish two-channel Dolby Surround. The audio and visual quality of this disc is worth the price alone, but fortunately there is a lot more included, namely two commentary tracks. The first track is the more breezy, loose, and damn well funny, with Smith and stars Ben Affleck, Jason Lee, Jason Mewes, producer Scott Mosier, and View Askew partner-in-crime Vincent Pereira all delivering the goods. The track is hilarious, though it is also filled with some interesting production anecdotes and more. The track is also equipped with a great little addition called "Follow the Buddy Christ." By clicking on the said option in the "Special Features" menu, a blinking image of Buddy Christ will occasionally appear in the lower right corner of the screen. Hit enter on your remote control and two small screens will appear at the bottom of the screen showing Smith and crew relentlessly chain-smoking while recording the commentary track. A fun little option. The disc's second commentary track includes Smith, Mosier, and Pereira giving a more production-detailed history of the trouble-plagued shoot, sans the Buddy option. Though it lacks the former track's anarchic feel, the second one is even better, as it chronicles the frustration of making the ambitious, yet still low-budget film. It must also be noted that, though both tracks are filled with sometimes brutally frank comments, some of the names have been bleeped to protect the not-so-innocent. But for all of disc one's digital treats, the real fun kicks in with disc two. Containing a plethora of visual goodies, including 100 minutes of deleted footage (the quality of which has been intentionally downgraded) with intros by Smith and Pereira, cast and crew outtakes and bloopers, storyboards to three major scenes, talent files, theatrical trailer, and a link to the View Askew website, the extras easily make this a must-have disc. The DVD also contains some rather funny animated menus and even better hidden extras. By going to the last page in the "Scene Selections" on disc one, viewers can hit the number 3 key on their remote controls twice and get a little surprise; on disc two, they can go to the last page in "Deleted Scenes" and press the number 2 and 4 keys on the remote; another little surprise awaits.
 
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BUY IT WHILE IT'S CHEAP
on May 2, 2008
Posted by: Afwdg99
Classic kevin smith view askewniverse film. Great cast. I love the cover art. There are many special features to keep you busy. AND IT'S ONLY $8!!! Usually it's AT LEAST $15 so get it while it's cheap.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Juno!
on April 28, 2008
Posted by: Afwdg99
Juno is a great indie, heartfelt comedy. Ellen Page = absolute cutie and a great actress. People who are expecting Superbad will be let down because it's not that kind of movie. I only say that because i knew some people expecting that..probably because Michael Cera is in it. Anyway, great DVD. If you're a big fan i recommend the special edition for more special features and what not.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Walk bold and hard
on April 22, 2008
Posted by: Afwdg99
Walk Hard was another great comedy produced by Judd Apatow. John C. Reilly gives an outstanding performance, and he can really sing. The music and soundtrack are both great. Don't let the commercials fool you because i thought it was going to be dumb too, but i was pleasantly surprised. It's by far the best parody in a long time . . . way better than scary, epic, superhero, date, -movie etc. If you've seen Walk The Line and other musical biopics than you'll have a greater chance at enjoying this movie. The special features are awesome as well. More music, outtakes, deleted scenes, etc. are all a fun watch.
What's great about it: Great movie, extras
What's not so great: Artwork/packaging isn't spectacular
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Whats With The Case?
on April 20, 2008
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There Will Be Blood is an outstanding film. Daniel Day-Lewis gives the performance of a lifetime in his academy award winning performance. I bought the single disc edition because i was not particularly interested in the special features. A topic of debate seems to be its cheap paper case. Many people had scratched discs, i did not though. But be wary.
What's great about it: Outstanding film
What's not so great: Cheap case
I would recommend this to a friend!
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