DVD Review - “Beowulf”

2008-04-11 16:38:57 (GMT) (Caymanmama.com - Entertainment News)

The action epic, Beowulf, based on the Old English Poem, is now available to own on DVD and HD DVD in rated and unrated editions. The epic was shown at regular cinemas as well as the Imax. Beowulf was declared the top position at the box office in both the US and Canada, and grossed $195,891,233 worldwide.

Movie Details
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Angelina Jolie, Ray Winstone
Director: Robert Zemeckis
Producers: Robert Zemeckis and Steve Bing
Rating: PG-13- Unrated version also available

Synopsis

Beowulf, is based on the old English poem, with the same title. The film is about a great warrior, Beowulf, who must defeat a monster. The special factor about the film, Beowulf, is that it was filmed using the same animated technology as The Polar Express.

Packaging

Beowulf is available on DVD and HD DVD in regular packing with many bonus features. The film is available in Unrated as well, which includes a lot more graphic violence, and bloodshed.

Special Features

• Feature on how the film was translated from a poem to a film
• Making of Beowulf
• Designing the Creatures of Beowulf, feature
• Deleted Scenes and out-takes.

Viewing Options

• Available in Rated and Unrated options.
• Subtitles in English, Spanish, and French
• Audio in English, Spanish, and French- Dolby Digital 5.1

Overall, Beowulf is a great adaptation of the epic poem. The film is a definitely worth while for those who want to watch a cutting edge adaptation, or those who simply do not have the patience to read the lengthy poem.

DVD Review - “Beowulf”

Comments

Articles

Other News / Press Releases

Archives

Entertainment

DVD Review - “Beowulf”

Comments

Articles

Other News / Press Releases

News Tags

Archives