This review refers to the Special 10th Anniversary DVD Edition(Touchstone) of “Pretty Woman”…
There are a couple of reasons why you may want to go with this “Special” edition of this charming and very modern update of the classic “Cinderella” story. The first is that at this time, the original edition seems to be unavailable, except from the outside sellers with prices higher then this one. The second reason is the fabulous music video with Natalie Cole doing one of the best songs from the film, “Wild Women Do”. Other then that, I did not find anything really “special” about this “special” edition.
Here’s what you get…A “Behind the Scenes” featurette, which runs a couple of minutes and is just some footage of Geer, Roberts and Marshall, getting ready to shoot a scene at the Polo game with the “Pretty Woman” music playing in the background. There is a very short production featurette, and except for Garry Marshall telling us what the film is about, appeared to be nothing much more than a long trailer. There is also the option of Director commentary, which may be viewed during the film, and the film is in widescreen, but both of these features are also available on the original release.
There is also some extra footage. An added scene where Vivian takes Edward back to her stomping grounds so she can check on Kit, and the two are confronted by drug dealers hardly seemed necessary. As a matter of fact it seemed to detract from the story, as it too soon takes the audience back out Vivian’s fairy tale world we have entered briefly.
As far as the film itself, I still love it 15 years after it’s original release. Wonderfully directed by Garry Marshall, it’s a feel good film, and a wonderful love story that makes you feel you can fulfill your dreams. A great soundtrack, and the superb cast including Laura San Giacomo(she was a great Kit), Jason Alexander, Hector Elizondo, Elinor Donahue, and legend Ralph Bellamy, all make this a very special film all on it’s own.
The DVD presents a very nice picture in widescreen, and good sound in Dolby surround. There are nice captions in English for those needing them, but no other subtitles. The price is actually pretty decent for a “special” edition, just don’t buy it expecting a ton of extra goodies.
“What’s Your Dream?”….enjoy…Laurie
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For anyone who simply wants to know if this is the original theatrical version, like myself–it’s not. It’s the same as the 10th Anniversary Edition, with the stuff from the cutting room floor thrown back into the movie, instead of in Bonus Features where it belongs. I’m so thankful I still have the oringinal release that I love on video.
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First of all, I compared the 10th and 15th anniversary versions side-by-side and here’s what I observed on my 65″ widescreen HDTV:
1) while the 15th anniversary version claims to be “anamorphic widescreeen”, there is absolutely no difference in the size of the picture onscreen (the 10th anniversary version was also presented in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio, making it “anamorphic”);
2) that said, however, the picture quality of the 15th anniversary version is far superior to the 10th anniversary version, which is marred by dark shadowing and lots of grain – the 15th anniversary version is cleaned-up, with a much brighter picture and virtually devoid of grain or flecks;
3) while the 10th anniversary version was “edited for content”, the 15th anniversary version is the full-length, unedited theatrical version;
4) the 15th anniversary version includes a few bonus extras and bloopers.
The bottom line is, if you’re a fan of “Pretty Woman”, a full-length, improved-picture version of the movie makes it a must-have. Get it – if for nothing else, your significant live-in lady will love you for it.
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Special Film…..Not So “Special Edition”,
This review refers to the Special 10th Anniversary DVD Edition(Touchstone) of “Pretty Woman”…
There are a couple of reasons why you may want to go with this “Special” edition of this charming and very modern update of the classic “Cinderella” story. The first is that at this time, the original edition seems to be unavailable, except from the outside sellers with prices higher then this one. The second reason is the fabulous music video with Natalie Cole doing one of the best songs from the film, “Wild Women Do”. Other then that, I did not find anything really “special” about this “special” edition.
Here’s what you get…A “Behind the Scenes” featurette, which runs a couple of minutes and is just some footage of Geer, Roberts and Marshall, getting ready to shoot a scene at the Polo game with the “Pretty Woman” music playing in the background. There is a very short production featurette, and except for Garry Marshall telling us what the film is about, appeared to be nothing much more than a long trailer. There is also the option of Director commentary, which may be viewed during the film, and the film is in widescreen, but both of these features are also available on the original release.
There is also some extra footage. An added scene where Vivian takes Edward back to her stomping grounds so she can check on Kit, and the two are confronted by drug dealers hardly seemed necessary. As a matter of fact it seemed to detract from the story, as it too soon takes the audience back out Vivian’s fairy tale world we have entered briefly.
As far as the film itself, I still love it 15 years after it’s original release. Wonderfully directed by Garry Marshall, it’s a feel good film, and a wonderful love story that makes you feel you can fulfill your dreams. A great soundtrack, and the superb cast including Laura San Giacomo(she was a great Kit), Jason Alexander, Hector Elizondo, Elinor Donahue, and legend Ralph Bellamy, all make this a very special film all on it’s own.
The DVD presents a very nice picture in widescreen, and good sound in Dolby surround. There are nice captions in English for those needing them, but no other subtitles. The price is actually pretty decent for a “special” edition, just don’t buy it expecting a ton of extra goodies.
“What’s Your Dream?”….enjoy…Laurie
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|not the original,
For anyone who simply wants to know if this is the original theatrical version, like myself–it’s not. It’s the same as the 10th Anniversary Edition, with the stuff from the cutting room floor thrown back into the movie, instead of in Bonus Features where it belongs. I’m so thankful I still have the oringinal release that I love on video.
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|THE DEFINITIVE VERSION OF “PRETTY WOMAN”,
First of all, I compared the 10th and 15th anniversary versions side-by-side and here’s what I observed on my 65″ widescreen HDTV:
1) while the 15th anniversary version claims to be “anamorphic widescreeen”, there is absolutely no difference in the size of the picture onscreen (the 10th anniversary version was also presented in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio, making it “anamorphic”);
2) that said, however, the picture quality of the 15th anniversary version is far superior to the 10th anniversary version, which is marred by dark shadowing and lots of grain – the 15th anniversary version is cleaned-up, with a much brighter picture and virtually devoid of grain or flecks;
3) while the 10th anniversary version was “edited for content”, the 15th anniversary version is the full-length, unedited theatrical version;
4) the 15th anniversary version includes a few bonus extras and bloopers.
The bottom line is, if you’re a fan of “Pretty Woman”, a full-length, improved-picture version of the movie makes it a must-have. Get it – if for nothing else, your significant live-in lady will love you for it.
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