The Perfect Storm
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ASPECT RATIO(S)
16x9 Widescreen (2.35:1)
SOUND MIX
FEATURES
STUDIO
RECOMMENDATION
Dolby Digital 5.1
- Behind-the-scenes Documentary
- Witness to the Storm Documentary
- Creating an Emotion Documentary
- 3 Audio Commentary Tracks
- Yours Forever Photo Montage
- Conceptual Art Gallery with Commentary
- Storyboard Gallery
- Theatrical Trailer
- Cast & Crew Filmographies
Warner Bros.
For audiophiles only.
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Had this movie not taken as long to get off the ground, er, rather, get into the sea, it might have played much better. Based on a true story, "The Perfect Storm" shows us in the first 30 minutes how the sailors say goodbye to their loved ones.
Roaring with waves, the storm is very realistic. The effects are top of the line. When the suspense finally kicks in, it's too little to late. You've already been worn down by the pacing, that when the tidal wave shows up, you just hope it wipes out everything, including the movie reel.
Features
Warner Bros. huge hit for the Summer gets special edition treatment. We're give no less than 3 commentaries, 3 documentaries, and some storyboard stuff. The HBO Special looks at more on the production and doesn't offer quite as many interviews as some other featurettes you've seen.
Audio
If you're going to buy this dvd, this is the reason. A rockin' 5.1 track will have you diving overboard. The waves are panned nicely from left to right and the bass comes full force when the storm hits. I mean, we're talking earth-shattering bass. It's probably the most active my subwoofer has ever gotten. James Horner's score sounds smooth and the dialogue is never lost in all the action. Dolby Digital at its best.
Video
Anamorphic transfers seem to get better and better with each new release. There's nothing, once again, to complain about here. Everything is crystal clear. Flawless.
Overall
The movie is only mildly entertaining, mainly because of the slow-pacing and melodrama. But if you're wanting to get the bugs out of your system or cause your neighbors to lose sleep with loud noise, then pick it up.