September 30, 2005
War Of The Worlds DVD
I enjoyed Steven Spielberg's version of War Of The Worlds... even though I wasn't THRILLED with it. The movie did a great job of instilling that "Oh damn we're all screwed" feeling that a lot of other apocalyptic films seem to overlook. The film also had some wonderful visuals that really struck fear and awe at the same time.
Now, Paramount Home Entertainment has announced that the War of the Worlds DVD will be released and available on store shelves on November 14th 2005. The DVD will be a 2 disk set. The good folks over at Digital Spy give us this:
The two-disc package from Paramount Home Entertainment will feature a film disc and also a disc of special features including interviews with director Spielberg and the movie's star Tom Cruise who will be giving insights on the film's production. Also included is a feature explaining the creation of the virtual army of the Tripod invaders, a behind the scenes look at the film's production and a homage to H.G. Wells' novel upon which the picture was based.Notice that the special features doesn't mention a "Commentary track". I've heard that Spielberg doesn't like doing commentary tracks on DVDs. I'll be curious to see if he does one for War of the Words or not. I hope he does... it's my favorite feature on DVDs.
Posted by John Campea at September 30, 2005 10:52 AM
Comments
Posted by: Marla Singer at September 30, 2005 12:18 PM
It looks good,
Hopefully there are also more details on how the film managed to get produced so quickly. I was amazed at how fast the sucke got done with the flming and effects (and possibly editing?) all running parallel.
Kevin
Posted by: Kevin at September 30, 2005 05:24 PM
Saw it in the theatre. I can see renting but definitely not buying. The movie has no layers and does not warrant repeat viewings.
Posted by: Lou Sytsma at September 30, 2005 10:39 PM
WotW was the worst editing of two disparate films into one whole I've seen in modern tent-pole films. It doesn't warrant a repeat view. Also, Spielberg doesn't do commentaries.
Posted by: Edward Lee at September 30, 2005 11:45 PM
While I had mixed feelings on the film, I'm surprised that there isn't a commentary. Not by Spielberg- I think he only did one (ET Special Edition?) but by FX wizards and other techs that worked on the film. i.e. the Jurassic Park films.
Posted by: darren seeley at October 1, 2005 08:54 PM
OOOOoooOOOooo i cant wait! I loved this movie. the movies sound FX have stuck with me ever since i first saw it. Speilbergs the man!