La Cage Aux Folles
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Movie Reviews of La Cage Aux Folles
Movie Review: Great film - poor DVD transfer
Summary: 2 Stars
A much funnier film than the leaden, limp American remake "The Birdcage" but the DVD can only be considered a disappointment. Some of the complaints above come from the film itself: the original film was shot through a great deal of diffusion leaving a very, very soft image and almost all the dialogue was post-dubbed, even in the original French prints. Ugo Tognazzi is evidently speaking his lines in Italian and is dubbed in French by another actor. Given that, there are problems introduced on the DVD. The sound on the French language track is awful with background noises like footsteps and door closings loud and phasing in and out. This problem is not present on the secondary choice of the English-dubbed track and forces one to choose it just to watch the film without distractions. Reel changes are also dirty and occassionaly choppy and, despite the lack of extras (only the theatrical trailer and the English track), it is not 16 X 9 enhanced. A pity as this grand and lovely farce should be seen in top condition by anyone who loves great comedy.Movie Review: Beware area restrictions on DVD 's
Summary: 1 Stars
Beware of buying a DVD' from the USA if you want to play it in Europe or vice versa. Check compatibity before you buy. If in doubt don't buy at all.