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A retelling of the fairy tale of the Frog Princess, this elaborate production tells of a father with three sons, the eldest of whom have recently chosen their brides. The youngest, however, has brought home a frog he has met in the forest, much to his family's chagrin. Soon, however, they learn that the frog is really the lovely and noble Vassilisa, who has been put under a curse by the evil Gornych the Serpent when she angered his by refusing his marriage proposal. This is a charming tale about the power of love told through stunning visuals and costumes, chock full of monsters, witches, and even a three-headed dragon.DVD Features:Regioin 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Audio: Dolby Digital - RussianAdditional Release Material: Trailer Interview - Kirill Stolyarov - Director Featurette - Russian TalesInteractive Features: FilmographiesText/Photo Gallery: Photo Gallery
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Visionary filmmaker and poet Jean Cocteau responded to the terrors and creative constraints of occupied France with this elaborately realized take on the classic fairy tale BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Suggested by his longtime collaborator and muse, French actor Jean Marais, the cinematic version of the fable first penned by Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont became Cocteau's most celebrated film. Cocteau renders the story of a gentlehearted beast in love with a simple and beautiful girl in the style of the luminous paintings of Dutch master Vermeer. From the quaint and humorous scenes of Beauty's happy home to the ominous surreal spectacle of the Beast's enchanted estate, Cocteau transforms the simple tale of tragic love into a surreal vision of death, desire, and beauty. Marais is chilling as the lonely and tormented beast, projecting a wounded love for the glacial yet endearing Beauty (Josette Day), whose simple request for a rose from her father brings tragedy crashing down on her whole family. Cocteau expands upon the cinematic inventiveness first seen in his masterpiece BLOOD OF A POET with mirrors made of water, living statues, and candelabras fashioned from living arms, transforming a children's fable into a complex and radiant cinematic classic.DVD Special Features:All Region EncodingDocumentary about the film and fableOriginal fable translated into EnglishAudio track featuring film historian Arthur KnightNew Transfer with digitally restored picture and soundRestoration DemonstrationOptional English Subtitles
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MY WIFE IS AN ACTRESS is a clever French comedy from Yvan Attal, who directs, produces, and stars in the film. Jealous and paranoid, Yvan (Attal) is the husband of Charlotte (Charlotte Gainsbourg), a popular young actress who is constantly being cast in starring roles opposite attractive and seductive male actors. This drives Yvan crazy. But because he loves her, he must let her pursue her career dreams. A sports writer who operates in a world that is equally exciting, if not quite as glamorous, Yvan's own career is always secondary to Charlotte's. When she travels to London to work on her latest film, sharing the screen with the studly older actor, John (Terence Stamp), Yvan makes furious and impulsive trips via Eurostar back and forth between Paris and London. He worries that his marriage with Charlotte will not withstand the weight of his heartache. Meanwhile, his sister (Noemie Lvovsky) and her husband (Laurent Bateau) face marital dilemmas of their own as they debate whether to circumcise the baby boy they're expecting. These story lines converge, resulting in some very funny moments and some heartfelt commentary on the difficulties of relationships. A strong soundtrack combines jazz and modern pop songs.This film was included in the 31st New Directors/New Films 2002 series presented by The Film Society of Lincoln Center and The Department of Film and Media of The Museum of Modern Art in New York City.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseWidescreenAudio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - EnglishAdditional Release Material: Audio Commentary - 1. Yvan Attal - Director Trailer Featurette - 1. Making Of Deleted ScenesInteractive Features: Interactive Menus Scene Selection
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Acclaimed French director Jacques Rivette (PARIS BELONGS TO US, VA SAVOIR) takes on Emily Bronte's classic novel, WUTHERING HEIGHTS. Rivette takes the dramatic tale of Heathcliff and Catherine, two tormented lovers, and resets it in the 1930's French countryside. One of the great love stories of all time, this 1985 production is moving and heartbreaking.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseWidescreen - 1.78Audio: Dolby Digital Mono - English
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Though Jorge and Laura have what most would consider to be a great marriage, Jorge gives in to temptation, having a fling with beautiful Estrella. Laura discovers his indiscretion and leaves him. Jorge decides that he will stop at nothing to win her back. This screwball romantic comedy stars Jorge Perugorria and Ana Alvarez.DVD Features:Region [unknown]Keep CaseFull FrameAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 - SpanishAdditional Release Material: Trailers TV Spots
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