- Actors: Matt Long (II), Raquel Alessi, Brett Cullen, Peter Fonda, Nicolas Cage
- Directors: Mark Steven Johnson
- Format: AC-3, Closed-captioned, Colour, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, DVD-Video, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
- Language English
- Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
- Region: Region 1 (US and Canada DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 2.40:1
- Number of discs: 2
- Classification: Unrated (US MPAA rating. See details.)
- Studio: Sony Pictures
- DVD Release Date: 12 Jun 2007
- Run Time: 123 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (102 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000OVLBEO
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 109,758 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Once intended as a feature for Johnny Depp, the long-germinating feature film adaptation of Marvel Comics' cult title Ghost Rider stars Nicolas Cage as motorcyclist Johnny Blaze, who transforms into a skull-faced angel of vengeance to battle the forces of evil. Though perhaps a bit too mature for the role, Cage brings a degree of humour to the outrageous proceedings; he's well matched by the Easy Rider himself Peter Fonda, amusingly cast as Mephistopheles, the demon with whom Blaze strikes a bargain to save his father and, in turn, causes his transformation into Ghost Rider. Wes Bentley is also fine as Blackheart, the rebellious offspring of Mephistopheles, and Blaze's chief opponent in the film. They're joined by a solid supporting cast which includes Donal Logue, Eva Mendes and Sam Elliott, but their participation and a relentless barrage of CGI effects can't hide the fact that the story itself, though largely faithful to its comic origins, is rife with clichéd characterisations and glum B-movie dialogue. Fans of the venerable title may cry foul over this adaptation (as they did over helmer Mark Steven Johnson's previous comic-to-movie feature, Daredevil), but less stringent viewers may enjoy the fiery visuals and Cage's typically quirky performance. --Paul Gaita
Synopsis
Based on the Marvel Comics character, stunt motorcyclist Johnny Blaze gives up his soul to become a hell-blazing vigilante, to fight against power-hungry Blackheart, the son of the devil himself.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
I'm as guilty as anyone of letting my preconceived ideas about an actor or actress put me off watching a film on general release, and though Nicolas Cage is a reasonably competent actor (about half of the time), at the time I pictured him in my head as Ghost Rider and thought, "Hell no". But I wish I'd given him a chance now, as the other day, and with nothing else on television, I gave it a try and he was really good in it.
The graphics for this film are so good I have to use clichés to describe them - the bike, the flaming skull, they rock. They look awesome. The story is better than I thought it was going to be, and it doesn't dwell too much on the necessity of Blaze's inner pain, as we've come to see again and again in 21st C superhero / antihero films. Cage does a great job of conveying a depth to the character that negates the need for tedious introspection padding out the cool bits. Well, okay, the fight scenes I do have to complain about, as they're over too quick and lack the imagination you're seeing at the same time in the graphics - so your first thought is, this looks fantastic, but underneath you're wondering, is that it? The best bits of this film are, quite understandably, the parts with the flaming bike and the equally hot Eva Mendes, but for two hours of escapism, there's enough enjoyment in this film not to have to mind too much about the lack of any depth in the plot. If you're getting it, get it on Blu-ray, as it's one of those films that paying more for in high definition will really pay off.
The graphics for this film are so good I have to use clichés to describe them - the bike, the flaming skull, they rock. They look awesome. The story is better than I thought it was going to be, and it doesn't dwell too much on the necessity of Blaze's inner pain, as we've come to see again and again in 21st C superhero / antihero films. Cage does a great job of conveying a depth to the character that negates the need for tedious introspection padding out the cool bits. Well, okay, the fight scenes I do have to complain about, as they're over too quick and lack the imagination you're seeing at the same time in the graphics - so your first thought is, this looks fantastic, but underneath you're wondering, is that it? The best bits of this film are, quite understandably, the parts with the flaming bike and the equally hot Eva Mendes, but for two hours of escapism, there's enough enjoyment in this film not to have to mind too much about the lack of any depth in the plot. If you're getting it, get it on Blu-ray, as it's one of those films that paying more for in high definition will really pay off.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Most reviews of this film have been apathetic at best but i'd be inclined to be a little more generous.
Compared to some of Cage's recent efforts it's a step up. He has a passion for this comic, which he mentions in interview, he even has a tattoo of it and this enthusiasm comes through in his performance. Graphic novel anoraks will tell you that this is one of the most faithful adaptations to screen yet, they'll probably also tell you that having eye-candy like Eva Mendes in the film didn't do it any harm either...and they'd be right.
Mark Steven Johnson (also director of Daredevil) has done a good job with the adaptation, but having watched either Daredevil or Ghost Rider it's obvious that dialog isn't his strong point. Despite Cage's passion for the role, if you're expecting academy award winning acting from this flick, you're gonna be sorely disappointed. That said, Peter Fonda is very well cast as Mephistopholes and Wes Bentley does a good job at playing the bad-guy particularly in comparison to his slightly wet counter-parts.
The order of the day then; sit back, disengage the brain and enjoy the action as Ghost Rider literally ignites the screen with perpetual flames, even when not literal the fire imagery is ever present.
On Blu ray this looks even sharper than in the cinema, it really is stunning.
The extended cut runs for about an extra 13 minutes, and there are some nice featurettes on the extras disc. On the whole, a worthwhile purchase if you're a Marvel fan, or if you just fancy a good action flick.
Compared to some of Cage's recent efforts it's a step up. He has a passion for this comic, which he mentions in interview, he even has a tattoo of it and this enthusiasm comes through in his performance. Graphic novel anoraks will tell you that this is one of the most faithful adaptations to screen yet, they'll probably also tell you that having eye-candy like Eva Mendes in the film didn't do it any harm either...and they'd be right.
Mark Steven Johnson (also director of Daredevil) has done a good job with the adaptation, but having watched either Daredevil or Ghost Rider it's obvious that dialog isn't his strong point. Despite Cage's passion for the role, if you're expecting academy award winning acting from this flick, you're gonna be sorely disappointed. That said, Peter Fonda is very well cast as Mephistopholes and Wes Bentley does a good job at playing the bad-guy particularly in comparison to his slightly wet counter-parts.
The order of the day then; sit back, disengage the brain and enjoy the action as Ghost Rider literally ignites the screen with perpetual flames, even when not literal the fire imagery is ever present.
On Blu ray this looks even sharper than in the cinema, it really is stunning.
The extended cut runs for about an extra 13 minutes, and there are some nice featurettes on the extras disc. On the whole, a worthwhile purchase if you're a Marvel fan, or if you just fancy a good action flick.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This film is fun to watch, but nothing more. It doesn't have some deep, hidden message or any plot twists.
The action in this film is well done and is probably the strongest aspect of the film. Ghost Rider faces all kinds of demons, and each confrontation is short but sweet.
The love story in this film is good but nothing you haven't seen a million times before. The villian is good but unfortuanatly feels a bit B-movie-ish because of the way he acts. I don't know if the director is to blame for this or if the actor himself is.
The special effects are top-notch and as I stated previously the action is excellent. Ghost Rider makes a good debut in this movie. I hope to see a Ghost Rider 2, but with extended action scenes and it would be nice if it was a bit less predictable.
But hey, there are some good one liners here and the actual character of Ghost Rider is an uncomprimising badass. He will punish anyone who is guilty of a crime. In one part of the film he points towards a demon and says: "BACK TO HELL!" It sends a chill down your spine as you realise how unstoppable Ghost Rider is.........
So buy this film on DVD if you like supernatural stuff, or if you just like a good fantasy film.
The action in this film is well done and is probably the strongest aspect of the film. Ghost Rider faces all kinds of demons, and each confrontation is short but sweet.
The love story in this film is good but nothing you haven't seen a million times before. The villian is good but unfortuanatly feels a bit B-movie-ish because of the way he acts. I don't know if the director is to blame for this or if the actor himself is.
The special effects are top-notch and as I stated previously the action is excellent. Ghost Rider makes a good debut in this movie. I hope to see a Ghost Rider 2, but with extended action scenes and it would be nice if it was a bit less predictable.
But hey, there are some good one liners here and the actual character of Ghost Rider is an uncomprimising badass. He will punish anyone who is guilty of a crime. In one part of the film he points towards a demon and says: "BACK TO HELL!" It sends a chill down your spine as you realise how unstoppable Ghost Rider is.........
So buy this film on DVD if you like supernatural stuff, or if you just like a good fantasy film.
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