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While perhaps not the defining moment in the making of Leonardo DiCaprio’s career, his appearance in this dazzling take on William Shakepeare’s Romeo & Juliet back in 1996 did the careers of both Clare Danes and himself no harm at all. Perhaps the real star of the show here though is director Baz Luhrmann, who employs a frenetic, at times downright-brilliant style to the age-old tale of tale of star-crossed lovers. Luhrmann would go on to make Moulin Rouge a few years’ later.
From the off, his take on Romeo & Juliet explodes unpredictably onto the screen, bubbling with vision and originality, accompanied throughout by an excellent score and soundtrack that rightly spawned two spin-off CDs. There are sacrifices made along the way to support Luhrmann’s vision though, with the text being stripped down to leave the core of the story in tact, and that’s just one of a number of complaints that Shakespeare purists may have.
And yet, perhaps more than any other attempt to bring the work of the Bard to the screen of late, this is an extremely accessible entry-point to Shakepeare’s work. That it’s also by turns breathtaking, dazzling and a sheer joy to watch doesn’t harm its cause either. The two leads are charming, the support cast backs them up superbly, and the end result is one of the most interesting visual treats that Hollywood mustered up throughout the 1990s.--Simon Brew
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Information and Special Features:
• New HD master approved by director Baz Luhrmann
• “Shaking Up Shakespeare” Picture-in-Picture mode with interactive commentary by Baz Luhrmann features new interviews with him and his crew
• From the Bazmark Vault--Never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage • Concept art and storyboards
• BD-LIVE**: Live Lookup™ Powered by IMDb®
• Additional content (previously released):
• New HD master approved by director Baz Luhrmann
• “Shaking Up Shakespeare” Picture-in-Picture mode with interactive commentary by Baz Luhrmann features new interviews with him and his crew
• From the Bazmark Vault--Never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage • Concept art and storyboards
• BD-LIVE**: Live Lookup™ Powered by IMDb®
• Additional content (previously released):
Romeo + Juliet – The Music documentary (presented in HD)
Director’s Gallery :
Impact, Why Shakespeare?, Pitching Shakespeare
The Gas Station, The Pool Scene, Tybalt’s Execution
Director of Photography Gallery
Interview Gallery (Seven 1-2 minute look at the actors and filmmakers)
Theatrical Trailer
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45 of 49 people found the following review helpful
By Eileen
Format:DVD
I hear so many people say that this film 'butchered' Shakespeare but I strongly think otherwise. Prepare yourself to see a modern twist of the classic tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. It is a feast for the senses with lavish sets, a hip soundtrack, colorful costumes, and cutting edge direction. Leonardo and Claire give heart-wrenching performances. I think that Shakespeare would be pleased because this film really captures the raw teen-angst that the star-crossed lovers experienced. So, expect to see something different, and you just might find yourself pleasantly surprised.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
For never was a story of more woe, than this of Juliet and her Romeo...
25 July 2009
By S. Paterson
Format:DVD
Okay so when you first begin to watch this movie your so close to branding it over dramatic, Americanised drivel. I'll admit it I nearly turned it off...then when Leo Dicaprio smoldered onto the screen and began versing in the perfect words of old Shaky himself I sat up and listened. Never could I imagine a better choice of a young brooding Romeo than he. He plays the role with youthful innocnce, passion and is just utterly captivating. Clare Danes wouldnt have been my perfect Juliet..granted, but she is fresh looking and truly beautiful and by the end of the movie I had warmed to her and her infectious smile. The chemisrty between these two is almost tangible its so real. What convincing and memorable preformances!
You must see this movie...its like marmite. Some will feel the that this film isnt a true reflection of the oridginal works and dismiss it as another dull remake. But in relaity its so much more than that. Its a modern take done on a true classic that keeps the spirit of these charaters alive and the story as tragicly heartbreaking as ever.
On a side note the soundtrack is perfect. The setting sets the tone amazingly well and the direction although sometimes over the top and a little silly (opening gas station scene) is pretty dam good.
You must see this movie...its like marmite. Some will feel the that this film isnt a true reflection of the oridginal works and dismiss it as another dull remake. But in relaity its so much more than that. Its a modern take done on a true classic that keeps the spirit of these charaters alive and the story as tragicly heartbreaking as ever.
On a side note the soundtrack is perfect. The setting sets the tone amazingly well and the direction although sometimes over the top and a little silly (opening gas station scene) is pretty dam good.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Forget the Shakespeare; this is a damn good film in its own right - if a record is going to be covered or a film of a classic drama made, then it ought to be done as differently as possible; there are plenty of faithful adaptations of The Bard's most famous play if that's what you want - hats off to Baz Luhrmann for being bold enough to reinvent the classic story of star-crossed lovers. Great performances (especially Harold Perrineau as the mercurial (geddit?) Mercutio, and Claire Danes as a stunning Juliet. Deserves five stars and gets 'em.
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Wonderful film
I already have this film on DVD but bought this as a present for a friend. This film is wonderful. The acting from Pete Postlethwaite, Leonardo Di Caprio and Clare Danes is first... Read more
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Adored this film for a long time and was very keen to own it on DVD myself. The price made it the perfect Christmas stocking filler!
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This product was excellent excellent even though though it was used it was still excellent.Romeo poisons himself and juliet shoots herself in the head at the end.
Published 1 month ago by Nathan
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Romeo and Juliet
I choose this dvd as I'm studying the play again and I enjoyed this movie the first time around. Great performances from Leo and Pete P and a film you will watch more than once.
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I give this version 5 stars because it is so colourful and uses modern music on the soundtrack to convey the feelings of the characters. Read more
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Ordered this DVD for my sons homework, it came the next day and i was very happy with the service.
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Good Film
This rating is appropriate for this film. As it's a bit dated now. But obvioulsy is easier to understand than the book
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