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Dogma [DVD]
 
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Dogma [DVD]

Matt Damon , Ben Affleck , Kevin Smith    Suitable for 15 years and over   DVD
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (77 customer reviews)
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Product details

  • Actors: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, George Carlin, Bud Cort, Janeane Garofalo
  • Directors: Kevin Smith
  • Format: PAL
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Channel 4
  • DVD Release Date: 17 Mar 2008
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (77 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0010LAZWG
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,045 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Bored of being eternally banished to earth, two errant angels hatch a plan to sneak back into heaven. Unfortunately, if they use the required loophole in religious Dogma, they'll prove God fallible and undo the very fabric of the universe, ending all existence. Bummer. Enter the distant grand niece of Jesus Christ and an army of angels, beautiful mythical figures, saintly apostles and all entities good and holy. And Jay and Silent Bob.

The phrase "it's a religious comedy" must have caused Hollywood to have a sacred cow. And, as Smith's first attempt to move away from the early lo-fi, character-centred, relationship-based comedies (Clerks, Mallrats and Chasing Amy) toward the narrative-led big-budget spectacular, Dogma is not without problems. Proving controversial on release, stones were cast by churchgoers and Smith devotees alike. Frothing-mouthed extremists levelled charges of blasphemy at the more colourful elements (a Malcolm X-style 13th apostle, the crucifix being binned as uncool and God not being a white-bearded patriarch), leaving the devoutly Catholic Smith, who's intentions were to celebrate the mystery and beauty of religion, completely bemused. Equally, the Luddite Clerks obsessives who wrote it off as "Smith-gone-Hollywood" should have recognised that the script was written way before he gave us his black-and-white debut.

More ambitious than his previous mates-roped-in cheapies, the apocryphal and apocalyptic Dogma is still blessed with water-into-wine performances, pop culture gags, postmodern self-referencing and stoopid shagging jokes. Though it may not be wholly miraculous, this is still a righteous movie; and, in comparison with the average big-buck formulaic Hollywood evil, it's practically saintly.

On the DVD: Dogma's budget outstripped the early Smith films by miles, and the 2.35:1 Anamorphic Widescreen transfer does it justice, with divine colour and heavenly sound. The picture quality of the extras--including trailers, TV spots and cast and crew interviews--is not so good and pixilation occurs throughout. The interviews are provocative enough, though, giving huge insight into the film. And it's quite something to see Smith looking all "Clark Kent" in his civvies. --Paul Eisinger

Synopsis

Imaginative theology and a bigger-than-usual budget make Dogma--Kevin Smith's ("Chasing Amy"; "Clerks") fourth film--a kind of post-Catholic fantasy that only a comic-book enthusiast of his caliber could dream up. Dogma concerns fallen angels Loki (Matt Damon) and Bartleby (Ben Affleck), who, after a few millennia in Wisconsin, discover a loophole in Catholic doctrine that would allow them back into heaven. The only problem is that their finding would prove the fallibility of God and destroy the universe. As they make their way to New Jersey to receive a plenary indulgence, God dispatches a seraph (Alan Rickman) to recruit lapsed Catholic Bethany (Linda Fiorentino), who attempts to stop the angels. She finds help in two prophets, Jay and Silent Bob (played by Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith respectively), and the forgotten 13th apostle, Rufus (Chris Rock). Before long though, all hell breaks loose (literally) and God (Alanis Morrisette) has to put in an appearance of her own. Smith's controversial and very funny film is powered by his trademark dialogue and is ripe with observations on pop culture, religion, and bodily functions.



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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I'm Catholic, and I loved this film. should anyone be offended, it is people of Wisconsin, not us Catholics. The film is full of clever lines referring to Christian mythology and theology, and despite the disclaimer which says that it is merely a comedy, there are some referrence to issues that dog modern catholics. While it is not 'religious film' per se, it certainly reflects practical problems the Catholics face today. That said, the film is actually funnier for us for we understand them better, and throughly enjoyable. Well acted (yes, Alan Richman is in his funniest) and fast paced, I can recommend it to anyone. After several viewing however I began to notice some inconsistencies in the plot, but this is a very minor flaw. I still don't get God's sense of humour in the end though ...
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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This is a smart comedy about religion and the Church. We find a great cast of different stars playing God, angels, demons, muses, prophets and apostles. I can understand that for some people religion is a very serious issue and that these individuals may take offense in this movie. However, if you do no belong in this group, I highly recommend you to watch this film, since I am sure you will have a great time.
The Church is in a renewal process and seeking to attract people to enlarge its flock. Some of the changes involve revamping the depressing image in the crucifix for a smiling, winking and thumbs-up Christ. Also, a Church in New Jersey decreed a day in which everyone that passes through its gates will be cleansed of all sins and forgiven by God. Loki (Matt Damon) and Bartleby (Ben Affleck) are two angles that have incurred in God's wrath and therefore were expelled from heaven and condemned to live in Wisconsin from the rest of their eternal lives. They see this as an opportunity to be forgiven and allowed to return to heaven.

The path to their destination is not an easy one though, since by achieving their forgiveness they would prove God wrong, and existence will cease because it is based on the fact that God is always right. Therefore, Loki's and Bartleby's journey affects a large number of people and other mystic figures. There are two sides to the conflict, those that want to prevent them from getting to their destination, and those that want to help them and create chaos. Among muses, demons, the thirteenth apostle and a Golgothan, which by the way is super gross, we find a woman named Bethany (Linda Fiorentino). She is at a tough stage in her life and has almost lost her faith, but is requested by Metathron, the voice of God, to stop the two angels in their quest.

The way in which the film questions some of the beliefs of religion is smart and funny, and the talented cast help make this a very pleasant experience. For example, Chris Rock in his role of the thirteenth apostle is hilarious, showing his usual sense of humor with quick and witty jokes. I also found interesting the questioning of God's sex and Jesus race, which I think spices up several scenes throughout the movie and allows for some very funny moments.

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This is Kevin Smith's 4th movie after Clerks, Mallrats and Chasing Amy. It's a brilliantly funny story of a couple of fallen angels (Affleck and Damon) who discover a loophole which allows them back into heaven. The catch is that they don't realise if they succeed they will bring about the end of the universe. Linda Fiorentino is brought in to try and stop them and has some help along the way from a couple of stoners, a muse and the 13th disciple who was kept out of the bible because he was black. The film is really funny throughout but my only problem with it is the amount of plot explanation needed, every 5 minutes someone has to tell someone else whats goin on, it gets a bit tiring. overall its well worth buying as Smith is one of the most talented writer/directors working today and there are jokes aplenty although it is reccomended that you watch his previous 3 movies to get some of the character references but it's not essential.
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Published 3 months ago by lolly
I didn't laugh much and probably won't bother watching it again.
The trailer had a buddy Jesus, he looked like Fonzie. I was sold as anything associated with Fonzie must be good right? Wrong - Dogma isn't funny and kinda sucks.
Published 3 months ago by Mr. S. Wright
Just a little anti-Catholic
There maybe religious people out there who will criticize this film as being anti religion, anti Catholicism, when it is anything but (well, a little anti Catholic maybe). Read more
Published 6 months ago by Lord Anon
Interesting film
FINALLY got round to seeing this, better late than never.

Not sure how best to describe this film. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Paul Stevens
Brilliant!
Dogma is a classically funny and sarcastic movie, with a great plotline!
My personal favourite is Alan Rickmans role as the Seraphin, its full to the brim with moments to... Read more
Published 9 months ago by TheMomoKitsune
And now for something completely different
I enjoyed this. It was interesting,different and with some intelligent arguments. But I could have done with a lot less swearing. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Adala
Don't be pedantic, be dogmatic!
Dogma is one of those films that either grabs you immediately or leaves you cold and you wonder what anyone sees in it. I fall heavily into the first camp. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Pablo
Great movie that makes one think
When Dogma was first released, the Catholic Church took offence at the subject material. However, Dogma is more than just poking fun at Jesus, the Disciples and the Catholic... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Sharil Dewa
Dogma dvd
The product came to New Zealand well wraped and fast, have no problems with this at all. Great service and priced right. Thanks
Published 12 months ago by artemis.alcyone
Amasing
Dogma is an excellent depiction of the way in which every religion can be interpreted. Now when i mention religion usually everyone just zones in a sort of stoner fashion, but this... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mike G
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