Barry Sonnenfeld's funny, smart and short Big Trouble never found an audience in the theaters, but it might have a longer life on home video. The DVD is a nice little package. Image quality, with a 1.85:1 anamorphic transfer, is very strong. The picture is this discs high point, with vivid colors and solid darks. Also consistent is skin tones and other natural colors. There is no sign of breakdown or pixilation. The sound, a 5.1 Dolby Digital track is nothing spectacular but certainly sufficient for this kind of film. Though the audio seems to be recorded a touch low, it still is distinct with clear dialogue. Extra provided here are rather slim. Along with a 7:30 minute version of the film (an odd inclusion, to say the least) and a couple of previews from other Touchstone films, is a commentary track from Sonnenfeld. He is generally informative on this scene-specific track, leaving no significant gaps. He makes it clear on what scenes he likes, and he likes a lot of them. This film deserves a second chance, and the DVD is a perfect vehicle for a new audience.
Customer Rating
5
Hilarious
on October 16, 2008
Posted by: Kitt007
This movie is hilarious. The dialog is excellent, the way things tie together is superb, and the actors delivered it amazingly. You go through the movie laughing the entire way, each new turn, scene, etc, lends itself to a new situation that makes you laugh. I dont want to give away any of the plot of this movie, just trust me, watch it.
What's great about it: Great plot, excellent actors, very very funny
Terry George's drama Hotel Rwanda turned horrific real-life events into inspiring drama, and helped bring public attention to a news story that was ignored by much of the world. The extras on the DVD release of the film balance a behind-the-scenes look at the production with the desire to include more historical context. Director Terry George, composer Wyclef Jean, lead actor Don Cheadle, and Paul Rusesabagina (the real-life person Cheadle portrayed) all provide commentary at different points throughout the movie. The "Return to Rwanda" featurette follows Rusesabagina as he visits the sites depicted in the film for the first time since he fled the country. The film is presented in a widescreen transfer that preserves the original theatrical aspect ratio of 2.35:1. The English soundtrack is rendered in Dolby Digital 5.1, while a French soundtrack has been recorded in Dolby Digital Surround. English, French, and Spanish subtitles are accessible. This is a disc that will appeal to the film's fans, as well as to those with an interest in the historical events at the heart of the movie.
Customer Rating
5
I cried
on October 16, 2008
Posted by: Kitt007
I picked up this movie because of the main actor. I hadnt heard much about the movie, or what it was about so went pretty blindly into the viewing. I was stunned at the plot and how I hadnt heard of this crisis before. Amazing movie that shows what just one man can do and how people, when confronted with an impossible situation will defy all odds.
What's great about it: engaging story, excellent actors, emotional
I rented this movie when it came out on dvd and ended up watching it 5 different times in the week I had it, all with different friends. This movie was full of emotion and made the viewer feel the same way. This movie makes my top 10 list and is a serious contender for the #1 spot.
What's great about it: Plot, makes you re-examine what YOU think of other races, great perspective, cinamatography was brilliant, great actors
What's not so great: makes you think... if thats a con