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kobvindex_ZLB34777615
Format:
1 Blu-ray Disc (87 min + Bonus)
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1 Booklet (33 Seiten)
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1,85:1
Edition:
director approved special edition, digital master
Series Statement:
The Criterion collection 700
Content:
Fantastic Mr. Fox is the story of a clever, quick, nimble, and exceptionally well-dressed wild animal. A compulsive chicken thief turned newspaper reporter, Mr. Fox settles down with his family in a new foxhole in a beautiful tree̶directly adjacent to three enormous poultry farms owned by three ferociously vicious farmers: Boggis, Bunce, and Bean. Mr. Fox simply cannot resist. Wes Anderson's adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic children's novel is a meticulous work of stop-motion animation featuring vibrant performances by George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Jason Schwartzman, Willem Dafoe, Michael Gambon, and Bill Murray. (Criterion)
Content:
Extras: Commentary with Wes Anderson was recorded in 2013, with the filmmaker admitting he hasn't seen the effort "in a few years." Anderson's memory is remarkably fresh for this conversation which covers the basics in terms of animation labor, stylistic choices, performances, and influences, including a revelation that a piece of the movie was inspired by "Magnum P.I." "Introduction" (1:12, HD) presents stop-motion character Petey (Jarvis Cocker), who welcomes viewers to the world of "Fantastic Mr. Fox," setting up the opening of the story. Animatic (75:09, HD) displays the entire film via animated storyboards and recorded dialogue. "The Making of 'Fantastic Mr. Fox'" (31:58, HD) is a seven-part exploration of production highlights, covering sound recording (revealing Karen Duffy to be the on-set voice of Mrs. Fox), puppet tests and early animation, references for art department, a visit to the studio, time-lapse photography, music, and miniature objects. Although the featurettes run short, the BTS information shared is remarkable to watch, exposing the working parts of a complicated production. The best section covers performances, observing a few of the actors take to the great outdoors to capture personalities and action, while others feel around intimate studio space to become their specific animal. It's a treat to see. There is no Play All function available. "Roald Dahl Reads 'Fantastic Mr. Fox'" (53:23) is an audio recording of the author performing his book with terrific enthusiasm. Awards Speeches (3:06, HD) showcase fresh animation created to celebrate nominations and wins at the Nation Board of Review and the Academy Awards. Set Photography by Ray Lewis supplies 50 pictures that highlight creative achievements and production playfulness. Publicity Featurettes (31:45, HD) serves up six mini-docs that celebrate the construction of "Fantastic Mr. Fox," with emphasis on day-to-day labor and the connection to the original Dahl book. Interviews with cast and crew are provided to sell the enormity of production, while special time is reserved for Bill Murray, who pays a visit to animation house to meet his character and admire the wealth of detail and craftsmanship employed during the shoot. Sony Robots Commercial (1:01, HD) isn't explained, but it appears to contain stop-motion animation from the same production team that worked on "Fantastic Mr. Fox." Discussion and Analysis (11:27, HD) spotlights kids Jake Ryan and Jeremy Logan, who attempt to deconstruct the "awesomeness" of the movie, also exploring themes and moral questions along the way. In terms of supplementary ingenuity, this is not Criterion's finest hour. "Fantastic Mr. Dahl" (61:26, HD) travels to England for this television special, celebrating the opening of the Roald Dahl Museum with an honest look back at his literary achievements and lasting legacy in the heart and minds of readers. Interviews with family members and admirers work to illustrate Dahl's life and loves. Conversations with Dahl are also included, collected from various talk show appearances. "Witch's Tree" (1:43, SD) is a short clip of Dahl sitting in greenery discussing the influences that informed "Fantastic Mr. Fox." Dahl's Manuscripts display 18 pages from an early draft of "Fantastic Mr. Fox" and correspondence between the author and editor Fabio Coen at Alfred A. Knopf. (Blu-ray.com)
Note:
Orig.: USA, 2009
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Untertitel für Hörgeschäsigte: englisch
Language:
English
Keywords:
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Author information:
Anderson, Wes
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Dahl, Roald
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Clooney, George
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Streep, Meryl
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