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Vanilla Sky reunites director Cameron Crowe (Jerry Maguire) with the swoonsome Tom Cruise; adds another sexy Cruz (Penélope) and Cameron Diaz for good measure; and delivers a wildly entertaining, bizarre venture into erotic science fiction. Adapted almost exactly from Spanish filmmaker Alejandro Amenábar's 1997 romantic thriller Open Your Eyes, the film follows David Aames (Cruise) as he falls from his graceful Manhattan perch of inordinate wealth, good looks and new-found love with Sofia (Cruz) because of severe facial disfigurement resulting from a car accident caused by a suicidal ex-lover (Diaz). Reduced to wearing a latex mask and spurned by his friends, what at first promises to be a conventional allegory of redemption via true love is turned on its head as Cruise's character only wins back his princess after a miracle of plastic surgery restores his former beauty. A series of plot twists follow, as waking life, technological advances and nightmares merge to dizzying effect, leaving David face to face with his own mortality. Despite a final conceit to some vague morality, the appeal of the film is the wonderfully callous message conveyed by the whole--money and physical beauty equal happiness and an unabashed vanity perfectly embodied by Cruise and Cruz. --Fionn Meade
On the DVD: Vanilla Sky's anamorphic 1.78:1 widescreen transfer is practically flawless with no visible pixilation, showing off John Toll's excellent cinematography. The audio is also exemplary, particularly with music tracks such as Radiohead's "Everything in Its Right Place". Cameron Crowe's commentary track is excellent and the other extra's consist of a couple of trailers, a stills gallery and an interview with Paul McCartney from Entertainment Tonight in regards to his Golden Globe-nominated song "Vanilla Sky". Two featurettes are included. In the first Crowe follows the surreal theme of the film. The second, "Prelude to a Dream", a "making-of" documentary, is conspicuous for it's lack of interviews or any real material about the making of the film. --Kristen Bowditch
Special Features
English Subtitles
Scene Selection
Commentary by Director Cameron Crowe and Composer Nancy Wilson, featuring a conversation with Tom Cruise.
Two Featurettees- "Prelude to dream", "Hitting it Hard"
An interview with Paul McCartney
Music Video "Africa Shox" by leftfield/Afrika Bambaataa
Unreleased Teaser Trailer
International Theatrical Trailer
Photo Gallery with Audio Introduction
Scene Selection
Commentary by Director Cameron Crowe and Composer Nancy Wilson, featuring a conversation with Tom Cruise.
Two Featurettees- "Prelude to dream", "Hitting it Hard"
An interview with Paul McCartney
Music Video "Africa Shox" by leftfield/Afrika Bambaataa
Unreleased Teaser Trailer
International Theatrical Trailer
Photo Gallery with Audio Introduction
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Being a guy im not usually into romantic films, but this one blew me away the first time I saw it, because of its arty and sci-fi aspect.
I also liked the Penelope Cruz love triangle which heiped me get into it and the story and characters are interesting.
The idea of being frozen and living through your dreams and imagination is quite unique, as in the future this could possibly happen.
Maybe the fact that I am an emotional person and who has an imaginative/creative side and love music,photography and art is another aspect that made me like this film alot.
I also liked the Penelope Cruz love triangle which heiped me get into it and the story and characters are interesting.
The idea of being frozen and living through your dreams and imagination is quite unique, as in the future this could possibly happen.
Maybe the fact that I am an emotional person and who has an imaginative/creative side and love music,photography and art is another aspect that made me like this film alot.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This film is similar to Jacob's Ladder in the sense that bizarre things happen for which there is no explanation.
However, the conclusion seems unworthy to the build up. I'm unsure whether this is due to the way in which its handled or because its simply unbeleivable.
I wasn't left with a shiver down my spine as I was with Jacob's Ladder, more a feeling of 'what?!' But aside from the ending I have to admit I was not bored for the two hours, captivated rather. With stunning visuals, more than satisfactory acting, especially fron cruise, infact it was mainly his portrayal of the confused and bewildered David that kept me watching to the end despite thinking 'where's this going?'.
You should see this film, you may feel perplexed afterwards but probarbly watch it again sometime.
However, the conclusion seems unworthy to the build up. I'm unsure whether this is due to the way in which its handled or because its simply unbeleivable.
I wasn't left with a shiver down my spine as I was with Jacob's Ladder, more a feeling of 'what?!' But aside from the ending I have to admit I was not bored for the two hours, captivated rather. With stunning visuals, more than satisfactory acting, especially fron cruise, infact it was mainly his portrayal of the confused and bewildered David that kept me watching to the end despite thinking 'where's this going?'.
You should see this film, you may feel perplexed afterwards but probarbly watch it again sometime.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
It could be argued that art has always thrived on a re-interpretation of classic tales. Shakespeare used widely available plots to give his view of the world. The version of Ben Hur which most of us remember is a remake of an older silent film. And of course, "The Magnificent Seven" is famously based on "The Seven Samurai," which also inspired "A Bug's Life." All of these are valid artistically, as well as financially. However, Cameron Crowe has chosen to remake an incredibly popular Spanish film, and apart from a few pop culture references (258 according to one source) has added nothing new to the experience. If this were an original piece of work, it would probably be hailed as one of the most novel movies of recent times. However, "Abre los ojos" must take that accolade, as this is the film which showed all the invention, subtlety and ambiguity. In the few changes from the original, Tom Cruise's character is made more likable and less capricious. His relationship with Julie (Diaz) is more of a relationship of equals, rather than one in which the one who holds the power uses the other.
In fact, the only reason this film has been made is that English speaking audiences will not, in the main, watch movies made in any other language, thereby denying themselves the pleasure of seeing fresh, original work by artists working outside the studio system. $60 million is a lot to spend just so people do not have to read words instead of hear them.
So while there is nothing wrong with Vanilla Sky, do yourself a favour and check out the source material.
In fact, the only reason this film has been made is that English speaking audiences will not, in the main, watch movies made in any other language, thereby denying themselves the pleasure of seeing fresh, original work by artists working outside the studio system. $60 million is a lot to spend just so people do not have to read words instead of hear them.
So while there is nothing wrong with Vanilla Sky, do yourself a favour and check out the source material.
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Is the turkey in the oven?
Vanilla Sky is an absolutely brilliant movie. Why only three stars. It could be argued the movie Vanilla Sky lacks a coherent storyline /plot. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Billy Ray Cyrus
Great film
A very intelligent and unique film. I had to watch it a few times so be clear on the whole storyline though, but the more i watch it now the more i enjoy this film. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Deborah
Amazing :)
One of if not the best film, i have ever seen.
So many things i connect with, directing, sound, video quality and acting all brilliant. Read more
So many things i connect with, directing, sound, video quality and acting all brilliant. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Wayne Brooks
THE VANILLA SKY
This film maybe odd and a bit confused but if you watch closely and really pay attention you wont get it. Read more
Published 15 months ago by angelus041174
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Good seller, arrived quickly, brand new, everything it said on the tin, to quote a phrase.
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Vanilla Sky [DVD] [2002]
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Vanilla Sky [DVD] [2002]
Published 20 months ago by Happy Punter
The worst film I've ever seen
This is one of the worst films I have ever seen; a classic example of why Hollywood should leave the remakes alone. Don't waste your time.
Published 21 months ago by Dakota
Great!
I love this film. Tom Cruise always puts his heart and soul into everything he does in my opinion and this is no exception! Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2010 by R. Spencer
Wake up....
... to the fact that this is one superb film! Quite possibly Tom Cruise's finest two hours. Yes, you have to concentrate to be able to follow the plot, and this can certainly be... Read more
Published on 28 Nov 2009 by J. Field
I just didn't get it.....
This film absolutely infuriates me! I must be a glutton for punishment, because every single time it's on TV, I watch it, hoping to see what others see in it. Read more
Published on 29 Aug 2009 by S. Maguire
Beautifully crafted!
As perfect to a film as can be.Argtuably Tom Cruise's best performance to date.Vanilla Sky is a surreal,enthralling rollercoaster ride through the rise and fall of a wealthy... Read more
Published on 25 July 2009 by Mr. A. J. Ralph
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