Eastern Promises arrives on DVD and HD DVD in December

DVD News

By M&C News Nov 15, 2007, 16:55 GMT

Viggo Mortenson stars with Academy Award nominee Naomi Watts in Eastern Promises – which arrives on DVD and HD DVD on December 26th from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Directed by David Cronenberg, the critically acclaimed director of A History of Violence, and winner of the top prize at this year’s prestigious Toronto International Film Festival, this must-own DVD movie combines murder, mystery and deception, all leading to an explosive, unforgettable ending. Synopsis:The new thriller from director David Cronenberg re-teams him with his A History of Violence leading man Viggo Mortensen. The film follows the mysterious and ruthless Nikolai (Mortensen), who is tied to one of London’s most notorious organized crime families.His carefully maintained existence is jarred when he crosses paths with Anna (Academy Award nominee Naomi Watts), an innocent midwife trying to right a wrong, who accidentally uncovers potential evidence against the family. Now Nikolai must put into motion a harrowing chain of murder, deceit and retribution. Bonus Features:Secrets and Stories – Go behind the scenes as director David Cronenberg brings screenwriter Steven Knight’s brilliant script to life in the rainy dark streets of contemporary London.Marked for Life - Director David Cronenberg notes that in Russia, Georgia and other provinces, men are tattooed with their stories, there is no need for words. This feature will examine how the tattoos are used and what they mean for honor and code.