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Rush Hour is one of those films that isn't very original. If it isn't done in the right way then it can end up as a very bad film. However with a few good elements it can be entertaining. Rush Hour is a mix of both. The film is made worthwhile by Jackie Chan's funny charm and very exciting martial arts scenes. However Chris Tucker is incredibly annoying and does the film no favours.
The plot involves some chinese gangland thing with some stolen art. But who cares about that when Chan is kicking, flipping and stripping people with a deft hand and foot. It's a case of removing the brain and not expecting much.
The film is produced by New Line Cinema and as dvd purists know this is the studio to beat when it comes to Region 1 dvd output.
Rush Hour is presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen. The transfer is flawless with little sign of dirt or grain. The colours are all soild. I dare you to find any faults.
As for the sound well there are Dolby Digital 5.1 and 2.0 mixes. For an action film this is exactly what you'd expect-very lively throughout with clear dialogue and a good use of score.
The extras are the real reason to take a look at the dvd.
First up are two audio commentaries. The first is with Director Brett Ratner who is a very lively talker. He doesn't get too technical and recalls more of the lighter stories about making the film.
The second is an isolated score track with comments from composer Lalo Schifrin in between cues. It's interesting stuff if you're into film scores like me.
A 'making of' feature follows next and runs for over 30 minutes. Its actually very good and features very little self promotion of the movie. In fact it breaks down stunts and effects quite well. One part shows Chan planning out an elaborate fight scene. Another shows a huge explosion.
The deleted scenes aren't really spectacular. They don't add much to the film but there are a few out-takes thrown in for good measure that are amusing.
But wait there's more ! Director Brett Ratner includes his short film 'Whatever Happened To Mason Reese' which is amusing and a bit strange. If you're american I suppose you'd understand the subject more as it revolves around an american advert star in his older years. Ratner introduces the film and also provides optional commentary.
Ratner comes from a music video background so also included are two pieces of his work. Namely Dru Hills 'How Deep Is Your Love?' from the film's soundtrack. There's also one for a Heavy D track that doesn't have much to do with the film. But yet again Ratner provides commentary for the videos.
A little secret is to press the chapter skip button during the Dru Hill video, it throws up and decent surprise.
Rounding out the dvd is the trailer and the usual cast/crew biographies as well as some dvd-rom features such as the screenplay, more info on Chan and Tucker and a few games.
This can be deemed a feature packed dvd and a good example of the benefits of a multi-region player.
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Plissken 08.09.2001 ·
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