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Kong set to roar on DVD March 28th in two-disc limited edition
By Patrick Luce Feb 28, 2006, 18:49 GMT
Triple Academy Award® winner Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings trilogy) directs the dramatic adventure King Kong, bringing his sweeping cinematic vision to the iconic story of the gigantic ape captured in the wild and brought to civilization where he meets his tragic fate. Jackson assumes directing, producing and co-screenwriting duties and surrounds himself with a list of superlative filmmaking and acting talents. Jackson re-teams with longtime collaborators Fran ...more
Packed with heart-pounding action and breathtaking visual effects, King Kong, this year’s most highly anticipated DVD from Universal Studios Home Entertainment, arrives in stores March 28th in a single disc and limited edition two-disc set – containing never-before-seen featurettes, extensive behind-the-scenes footage and specially-commissioned package artwork.
The single disc version is available at the suggested retail price of $29.98 and the two-disc special edition will have a suggested retail price of $30.98.
Three-time Academy Award winner Peter Jackson, director of the landmark Lord of the Rings trilogy, sets a new standard for unforgettable suspense filled with nail-biting danger, high emotion and amazing creatures beyond imagination including the legendary beast as never before seen.
The Special Edition two-disc set gives audiences a whole new “Kong” experience. Featuring a fascinating inside look into the creation of the film’s two cinematic worlds – Skull Island and 1933 New York City – the Special Edition offers an unparalleled opportunity to share Peter Jackson’s creative genius and the cast and crew’s passion in bringing the timeless story to the screen.
“King Kong is one of those rare cinematic achievements that reminds us of the truly magical power of movies,” says Craig Kornblau, President of Universal Studios Home Entertainment. “From the first frame, Peter Jackson and his team take us on an unforgettable adventure that not only thrills, but also touches us on a deep, emotional level. We are extremely proud to be able to bring this one-of-a-kind film to home entertainment audiences.”
“The original King Kong inspired me to become a filmmaker,” said director/producer Peter Jackson in a press release. “It’s a story that had a profound personal impact and shepherding its return to the big screen has been a dream come true. Contributing to the DVD afforded me the opportunity to share this amazing experience with audiences and highlight the incredible achievements of our exceptional cast and crew.”
King Kong features a stellar cast including Oscar nominee Naomi Watts (21 Grams), Jack Black (School of Rock), Oscar winner Adrien Brody (The Pianist), Colin Hanks (Orange County), and Andy Serkis (the Lord of the Rings trilogy). Director and producer Jackson co-wrote the update on the classic 1933 film with his longtime collaborators and fellow Oscar winners Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens. The film has earned over $215 million at the box-office, been honored on countless “Best Movie” lists, and is nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Visual Effects, Best Art Direction, Best Sound Editing and Best Sound Mixing. A must-see and must-have action adventure epic for movie lovers of all ages, King Kong marks a quantum leap in thrilling home entertainment.
A timeless tale of love and survival, King Kong is the story of a desperate young actress, Ann Darrow (Naomi Watts), and an ambitious and unscrupulous movie producer, Carl Denham (Jack Black), who travel to a mysterious jungle island. There they discover an extraordinary lost world, and encounter Kong, a gigantic, savage gorilla who is unexpectedly smitten with the leading lady. But it is their mutual empathy and affection that eventually lead to the beast’s tragic downfall.
The two-disc King Kong Special Edition DVD allows viewers unparalleled access to the world of visionary filmmaker Peter Jackson as he creates this larger-than-life epic adventure for the ages. Thrilling behind-the-scenes features bring this instant classic to viewers in a whole new way with exclusive content that follows the film’s stars and crew in action as they bring this timeless tale to the screen.
Special Introduction by Peter Jackson
Post Production Diaries – Director Peter Jackson takes you on an unforgettable journey with Naomi Watts, Jack Black, Adrien Brody and the crew of King Kong as they reveal virtually every aspect of post production on this groundbreaking film, nearly three hours of exclusive behind the scenes footage!
Skull Island: A Natural History – Travel to treacherous Skull Island with Peter Jackson and his crew! From its mysterious origins to its reclusive inhabitants and jaw-dropping creatures, uncover the fascinating facts about one of the last uncharted places on earth.
Kong’s New York, 1933 – 1930s New York comes alive in this fascinating piece that explores vaudeville, the skyscraper boom, the construction of the Empire State building and more.
King Kong is available for pre-order at Amazon. It is available for pre-order at AmazonUK for an April 10th release. Visit the DVD’s database for more information.
