The Game [HD DVD]
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Actor: Deborah Kara Unger, James Rebhorn, Michael Douglas, Peter Donat, Sean PennBrand: Universal Pictures
DVD: Region Code 0
Audio: English (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); English (Original Language); French (Original Language); French (Dubbed)
Format: Anamorphic, Color, Dolby, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 2.35:1
Running Time: 129 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-04-17
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Studio: Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Movie Reviews of The Game [HD DVD]
Movie Review: great movie, often overlooked
Summary: 5 Stars
I often say its my favorite, this movie is the closest thing out there to modern-day Hitchcock in his prime; Fusing mystery, adventure, comedy, suspense and intrigue. Michael Douglas, while not trying anything new, shines as brightly as ever as the ordinary man in extraordinary circumstances, who's life is turned upside down after accepting an invitation to a mysterious "game".
A mysterious, twisting tale that by the end you'll surely label one wild rollercoaster ride. I could go into great detail regarding the brilliance of the themes and symbolism about father and son in the film, as well as the incredibly focused and simple, yet amazing photography, but that's best left for those interested enough to follow-up-- For here and now I'll say the camerawork by salvidas (sp?) and direction by david fincher are near-perfect, and that a good summation of the thematic resonance can be found in an old Entertainment Weekly article that can be found online by searching -- "Michael douglas" EW video review "the Game" .
Don't hesitate to rent or buy this flick if you're looking for great flick that's not only entertaining, but that'll capture your attention and imagination, without the aid of cg, fantastical creatures, and out-of-this-world scenarios.
P.S. This film is adapted (quite loosely) from an old novel called, "The Magus" by the famous author John Fowles-- Thoroughly praised in its own time, more information on this equally genius book can be found at its amazon page, here --> The Magus
Summary of The Game [HD DVD]
Universal The Game (HD-DVD)There are no rules in "The Game." And that will make life very difficult for Nicholas Van Orton, a successful businessman who is always in control. Van Orton lives a well-ordered life - until an unexpected birthday gift from his brother destroys it all. Like it or not, Nicholas has been enrolled in a game - "a profound life experience" that begins quietly but soon erupts in a rush of devastating events. Van Orton has to win this deadly game or lose control of everything in his life.Similar DVD Movies
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