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  • Actors: Naomi Watts, Michael Pitt, Tim Roth, Brady Corbet
  • Directors: Michael Haneke
  • Format: PAL
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 18
  • Studio: Tartan Video
  • DVD Release Date: 28 Jul 2008
  • Run Time: 107 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0019BC386
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 12,671 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Michael Haneke is a modern master, which his spellbinding films Cache and The Piano Teacher proved to an international audience. When it came time for a Hollywood remake of his ultra-disturbing 1997 picture Funny Games, who better than Haneke himself to helm the new version? And indeed, the second Funny Games bears the impeccable sense of control and technique that the Austrian version had: it is a horrifyingly precise account of a family terrorized by two psychopathic young thugs at a vacation home. For anyone who's already seen the '97 film, this new one--a nearly shot-by-shot transcription of the original--will seem superfluous, no matter how impressive the performances of Naomi Watts and Tim Roth are. (Michael Pitt and Brady Corbet are suitably creepy as their menacers, too.) For newbies, the movie might be as infuriating and thought-provoking as Haneke intends it to be. That's because Funny Games is an intellectual game itself, a direct rebuke to the audience that gobbles up gratuitous violence and cynical manipulation. Haneke sets up our expectations, and then refuses to provide the conventional catharsis... or the conventional anything. All of this was pretty bracing in the first go-round, but feels like gamesmanship in the remake. Even if you dig what Haneke's up to, this is a brutal movie-watching experience. --Robert Horton

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Michael Haneke (Hidden, The Piano Teacher, Code Unknown) takes on America with an English language remake every bit as shocking as his brilliantly conceived original 1997 FUNNY GAMES. In this exploration of our violent society Haneke retells the story through the eyes of a middle- class family who arrive at their secluded holiday home in the Hamptons for a two-week vacation. Soon after, a young man makes a surprise call, and asks to borrow some eggs. When the man is joined by his 'charming' friend (Michael Pitt), what initially appears to be an innocuous visit by their neighbour s guests, soon turns into a horrifying ordeal for all concerned as the two men embark upon a twisted campaign of torment and raw terror. Extras: Original Theatrical Trailer / Interview with Director / Q&A with Producers

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9 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars You might feel unimpressed by this film but it holds some great points, 27 Sep 2008
By Jenny J.J.I. "A New Yorker" (That Lives in Northern Nevada) - See all my reviews
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I've seen the original to this film and I love it. The first thing I really enjoyed about this film, was the director's decision to make Ann and George very ordinary and very vulnerable, and because of Roth's and Watts' brilliant performances it was equally terrifying. Before watching this I had assumed I would be cheering for Tim Roth the entire time - being a huge Reservoir Dogs fan and all - since he was one of the reasons I was attracted to this film in the first place. As it turns out, Naomi Watts was far better in this film than Roth, and showed audiences that she is one of the best actresses working today.

Brady Corbet as the childish and shy Peter seemed at first to be a horrible casting decision. His first scene was fantastic, then for awhile he didn't contribute anything besides being the muscle for Paul's plan. After the movie started to pick up speed however, he really started to shine through, and I wouldn't be surprised if this role lands him a few more parts in the genre. Michael Pitt's performance as the mastermind behind the operation was flawless. The way he manage to stay calm and polite and yet, come off as a complete sociopath was fantastic. Paul repeatedly breaks the 4th wall to talk to the audience; asking for their approval, whether they think they've gone far enough, or sometimes just to smile maniacally. At first I thought it took away from the film, then I came to realize it only added to the message of the film, that we as the audience want to be completely shocked, and the only reason we watch movies like this are to feel sorry for the people involved. Or perhaps we are on the other side of the fence and want to see these people suffer. Whatever your fancy is, I'm sure you'll be thoroughly satisfied with this movie.

It's very obvious throughout this movie that director Haneke wanted to make a film as a social commentary on media violence. The dialogue between characters very much portrayed this concept, and while simple and sparse, it was very realistic and made certain scenes very hard to watch at times. The characters act very rational, and while there are a couple instances where they do something out of character, overall they are believable and as I said, realistic portrayals of both sides to this equation. This film felt much more like an art film than a psychological thriller. Many scenes lasted for upwards of 5 or 6 minutes with no cuts, and there was very little camera movement. Almost every shot was stationary, and either completely symmetrical, or completely out of balance depending on the particular mood of the scene. Also, this film had very little color, as everything was a very neutral tone, making certain items and effects standout more than they normally would have. What little violence there is in the film is almost entirely off screen, and left to the viewer's imagination. This movie was not made with the intent of grossing out an audience with over the top gore in a horrific situation. It was merely to poke and pry at our minds to see - and possibly to wake us up to - just what we as a society find entertaining.

It's unfortunate that even after being remade many viewers will not have the opportunity to see this. Then again, a film like this never does very well at the box office, so maybe it's for the best that it's being released on video for easy admission. Chances are there's enough people out there in the horror community who've been watching this just as closely as I have, and will pick it up instantly. Funny Games is a great psychological thriller, but it is also a fantastic artistic message given to us in the form of a horror film. It's one of those movies the audience can really get into, on more than one level. I don't live in upper class suburbia, but I can appreciate how terrified a family would be in a situation like this. Part of its charm is how it makes you think, and will definitely stick with you long after the credits have rolled. Along with the original this is one of the most chilling and disturbing pictures I've ever had the experience of viewing I hope you feel the same way too.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Hold onto your eggs!, 23 Feb 2009
By sft (UK) - See all my reviews
Ostensibly this is the theme of Funny Games: to question our desire to witness exploitative violence on screen. If so the movie succeeds, but only partially. Haneke attempts to make us complicit in the violence; to accuse us of a bloodlust by proxy, but by producing a very slick film that bludgeons us with the very thing we're supposed to feel guilty about it's difficult to avoid the suspicion that Haneke himself is keen to fuel this lust. That's not to say there's anything wrong with such an agenda. It's not a comfortable place to visit, our darker side, but movies offer one method of safely exorcising some of our crueler impulses. Ultimately, despite the tricksiness and clever manipulation, Funny Games feels just a tad disingenuous ... or maybe it's simply mischievous.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A very effective remake, 21 Jan 2009
I am not a fan of Hollywood remakes and am filled with dread every time I hear that another European film is being rehashed and ruined.

So I was surprised to enjoy this very, very faithful remake, and actually found the US version more unsettling. I think this is because our Continental neighbours have been making unconventional movies with challenging subject matters for years, while I am used to US movies being generally crass, with remakes over simplified and the life sucked out of most plots.

Naomi Watts in particular works hard for her fee and puts in a very creditable performance, but overall the acting is good.

A pleasant surprise.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Horrible film/ Don't buy it
Very scary film....completely twisted psychologically.
Set in the present day, Funny Games starring Naomi Watts who coincidently usually plays in a lot of horror... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Eva Minos

5.0 out of 5 stars funny games
i really loved this film, it never ended how i expected it to,and i thought it was quiet scary to think it could happen to you and what would you do in that situation.
Published 3 months ago by K. Winter

1.0 out of 5 stars No fun to be had here
I watched this despite my misgivens and some poor reviews and must say was appalled and disappointed that a film like this managed to get made in the first place let alone re-made... Read more
Published 4 months ago by petesdiary

2.0 out of 5 stars GOOD PERFORMANCES, BUT A LET DOWN
Naomi Watts is one of my favourite actresses ('The Ring' films are two of the best American remakes I've seen) and indeed, she and the rest of the cast gave sterling performances... Read more
Published 5 months ago by MYSTICSHAZ

1.0 out of 5 stars Massively pretentious and annoying.
Two youths, meant to be sinister but looking more like Harry Enfield comedy teenagers, terrorise a family too slow on the uptake to see what we the rest of us knew from the off... Read more
Published 5 months ago by rayk

5.0 out of 5 stars Very uncomfortable!
I caught this on Film Four last night and (not knowing it was a remake) the plot synopsis got my attention.

Turned out a very good, gripping and chilling film! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mrs. Sharon L. Lawson

2.0 out of 5 stars Good Acting, But That's Where The Good Points End!
This film has some good points such as the superb, creepy depictions of the two Psychopathic youths, and the acting of Naomi Watts. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Justin Hughes

2.0 out of 5 stars Nothing really.
I didn't see the point in this film. It wasn't particluarly shocking, violent, suspenseful, thought provoking or anything really. Read more
Published 5 months ago by S. Hall

1.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Concept That Fails To Scare, Fails To Bother, Fails To Succeed.
The concept of Funny Games sounds somewhat interesting from an outsiders point of view. The fact that two young men, both in their teenage years can come around to a family's... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. S. Wright

5.0 out of 5 stars Who's being played with?
Funny Games [2007]This is not a film to sit down and watch with some mates and some beers. Nor is it comfortable family viewing. Indeed, it's not any sort of comfortable. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Andrew D. Fletcher

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