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Product details

  • Actors: Ming-Na, Ving Rhames, Alec Baldwin
  • Format: Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English
  • Subtitles: Arabic, English, French
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 2
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 21 Jan 2002
  • Run Time: 101 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (66 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005RH3Y
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 7,706 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Inspired by the popular video game franchise, Hironobu Sakaguchi's Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within is a completely computer-generated film which, unlike Toy Story and Shrek, is also a serious science fiction drama with astonishingly human digital actors. Aki, the female lead, appeared in a full-page spread in Maxim magazine's Hot 100 list--and was indistinguishable from the real-life models. The setting and conflict make for incredible action, but it's the larger issues, character interaction and human elements that really make the movie shine. The Spirits Within is not simply a science fiction movie, in the same way that Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is not simply a kung-fu flick. The result is a fantastic summer movie with better action and more emotion than Pearl Harbor and actors more lifelike than those in that other video game movie, Tomb Raider.--Mike Fehlauer, Amazon.com

On the DVD: disc one includes an interesting, if a little flat, director’s commentary. Better is the isolated score with a superb and fascinating commentary from composer Elliot Goldenthal. Other options allow you to access more information about the film. The menus are clear and feature full CGI effects and specially created sequences. Disc two is where you will find the real meat, with literally hours of documentaries and technical promos to plough through covering every aspect of the filmmaking process, along with music videos and an alternative opening sequence. You can re-edit a short sequence from the film and there’s also a wealth of DVD-ROM material offering the complete screenplay and an interesting tour of Square Pictures, makers of the film. Features like the FHM-style photo shoot of CGI heroine Aki give an indication of the target audience for this movie. Add all this extra material to the superb picture quality--which almost leaves you convinced that you are watching a live action movie--and crystal sharp sound and you have one of the most technically impressive discs to hit the market so far. Any DVD buff will need this just to prove that the format is a worthwhile investment.--Jon Weir

Video Description
DVD Special Features Disc 1 Digitally Mastered in High Definition using the filmless digital files
Commentaries:
1) Co-Director and Crew
2) Animation Director, Editor and Staging Director
Isolated Score with Commentary by Composer Elliot Goldenthal
Storyboard/Playblast selects with optional Filmmaker Commentary. Also includes Subtitle factoids.
Interactive Animation Menus: Featuring CGI
Intros Created by Square Pictures
Scene Selection with Motion Images
Theatrical Trailers
Production Notes

DVD Special Features Disc 2 Original Interactive Documentary: The Making of Final Fantasy. Dig deeper and link-out to 17 information pods including: Final Fantasy Thriller Music Video, Mini-Movie: Aki's Dream, 2 Face Wraps (Aki, Dr. Sid), Character Morphs, Matte Art Explorations, Composting Builds
Multi workshop Including: 7 In-Depth Character Files, 3 Vehicle Scale Comparisons (Bandit, Quatro, Black Boa), Trailer Explorations, Sets and Props
Alternate Opening Sequence
Final Fantasy Shuffler: Become the filmmaker by re-editing a pivotal scene from the film.
Interactive Animated Menus

DVD-Rom Exclusive: Interactive Film Exploration, Includes Complete Screenplay, Virtual Tour of Square Pictures, Screensaver and Weblinks. (NB: Requires DVD:Rom Drive on your PC with Widows 95 or higher and will not work on CD:ROM drive. May not work on Macintosh computers.)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, 26 Jun 2006
By b4-its-2-l8 (London) - See all my reviews
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I have no idea what the 'Final Fantasy' genre is so I apologise to purists in advance if I don't care if this film is true to your vision of what a Final Fantasy film should look like. I'm writing purely from viewing it as a stand-alone product, and in this repsect, it is excellent. Or rather, AMAZING.

The graphics are astounding and the sheer level of attention to detail takes the breath away. At numerous points I had to look more intently as I was sure the animation was being intercut with live action (which it wasn't).

The ground-breaking graphics aside (which really shouldn't be the case as it's what makes this film) the storyline is strong enough to hold the movie on it's own.

All the characters are believable, and in many ways have more substance about them than the great majority of live action movies. The voice-overs synch seemlessly from fine actors like Steve Buscemi, James Woods, Donald Sutherland, etc who surely must recognise that films like this herald the downfall of the live-action movie star. There is humour (mild) and pathos aplenty.

This film truly must be recorded as one of the greats in cinematic firsts.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good sci-fi movie, enjoyable as a stand-alone product, 1 Feb 2007
By Hooligween "Rowena the Red" (Kernow, Great Britain) - See all my reviews
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This film is an excellent evening's entertainment, featuring breath-taking animation, a cracking cast of well-known actors doing the voices, some really imaginative scenery and backdrops, and an acceptable (if not original) plot.

If this film had been produced as a live-action movie then it would probably have been as popular and celebrated as Aliens; it has much the same kind of feel to it. And I suspect some of the characters owe a lit to Aliens; is any sci-fi movie complete without a Vasquez??

The animation in FF means that the director can visualise many effects which would otherwise look clunky alongside live action. Some of the dream sequences in FF are stunningly beautiful, while the expressions and actions of the human characters are extremely well drawn.

If FF suffers in any aspect it is that the maturity of the animation and charaterisation aren't reflected all through the plot. The bad guy is very much a boo-hiss traditional villan, although at least Aki the heroine is a little more complex. The film tries to bridge the gap between game-players and cinematic depth -- and it comes close to succeeding. It does feel a little lightweight at times, though.

The special features were something of a disappointment; no doubt interesting if animation is your game! I wouldn't pay more for a disc simply to get these features. If a vanilla version of the movie is available for less money, then that's what I'd buy.

Overall, it's a very entertaining movie and one which is suitable for the whole family to watch together. It has no relevance to the game of the same name -- you don't need to know anything about the franchise to enjoy the film.

And in places the ground-breaking animation is simply stunning, and it's worth viewing simply to experience these scenes.
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33 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars THE UNLEASHING OF A NEW DIMENSION IN COMPUTER ANIMATION, 28 Nov 2001
OK, I admit that I am a 36 year old fan of the very successful video game series, FINAL FANTASY!! But the Americans do seem intent on putting thier own little two-penneth worth in, on a Japanese belief. The belief being that, when somebody or something dies, the 'soul' goes back to earth. The Americans want to have their own input with the 'humour' in the film, but it doesn't work.
If you are a follower of Japanese Anime/ Video games, then the story line is very believable, but very dissappointing due to the American script contributions. But that is nothing compared to the computer generated actors, and when you do get the chance to get your breath back, then you will understand why this film took 4 years to make.
I bought this DVD from the United States, and because it is Region 1 encoded, Columbia/Tristar have developed a new regional coding devise called RCE (Regional Coding Enhancement), which makes the playback of the disc very difficult, on both chipped and multi-regional DVD players. If you had a choice, I would say don't buy the Region 1 disc version. The Region 2 discs, have the exact same added features as the Region 1 encoded discs, but a lot less trouble in the play back of them!!
Hironobu Sakaguchi has basically created a new form of entertainment that fuses the technical wizardry of interactive games with the sensational visual effects of motion pictures, taking you that one step closer to The Spirit Within
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5.0 out of 5 stars the best CGI ever
Talking of graphics, this film has the best so far. It is totally different compared to any final fantasy game. It lacks summons, black magic, etc. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Roan

1.0 out of 5 stars What were they thinking?
I remember going to watch this film when it first came out. I remember expecting so much more than what I got. Do not buy this film. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Paul Dickov

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - just don't expect continuity with any of the Fanal Fantasy RPGs
I think this film is wonderful. The CG animation is amazing - there are moments, particularly the character close-ups, where you can't quite be sure whether you're watchig real... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Liz

5.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular
First of all, this film isnt related to any final fantasy, its simply a story from the producer of final fantasy created after FFIX. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mr. J. F. Clarke

4.0 out of 5 stars Final Fantastic!
As soon as I started watching this film, the first thing to hit me was the quality of the animation and the graphics behind it. Read more
Published on 6 Jul 2007 by DangermouseZilla

5.0 out of 5 stars A work of sheer genius
This film is absolutley stunning!

The cgi in this film is the best i have seen! There are moments in the film where you could almost beleive you were watching a live... Read more
Published on 3 Jul 2007 by Kermit

5.0 out of 5 stars Final Fantasy: just without the fantasy
ok ok this film is not a scratch on FF7: Advent Children but is a bloody fantastic film, the graphics are amazing and the story line aint half bad either, perhaps the characters... Read more
Published on 3 Feb 2007 by Oliver Wilcock

5.0 out of 5 stars A bit of a misnomer!
Finally got the chance to see the full film last night - what can I say, excellent CGI, excellent actors doing the voice-overs, attention to detail out of this world with a... Read more
Published on 17 Dec 2006 by krazyk9

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice
This is a good film for me, although there do appear to be some flat expressions but the CGI is fantastic. Read more
Published on 12 Nov 2006 by God

5.0 out of 5 stars Really Good Film!
Ive watched this film quite a few times n it was real quality!It has good actors doing the voices, The graphics are Amazing, The story line was really good and in General worth... Read more
Published on 13 Oct 2006 by Marvelous1

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