Donnie Darko [2002] [DVD]

Good movie lak made some scrambled eggs for the kids threw my dad at the wall bosssshhhh

This is by far one of may favorite films of all time its just so wonderfully different from anything else I've ever seen.Donnie Darko (2001,Richard Kelly) is set in America during a election time for Michael S. Dukakis vs Bush. How ever that isn't really what the films about even though its mentioned a couple of times, the film is about Donnie Darko (Jake gyllenhall) a troubled boy with mental issues despite him being very bright for his age. Donnie is sleep walking and is constantly coming across a strange character called Frank dressed in giant bunny costume. Frank makes Donnie do things in his sleep such as arson and destruction of property. Donnie is disturbed by what he's dreaming about and has therapy for his dreams hoping they'll stop with the help of some medication he's prescribed. As things begin to get out of hand Donnie becomes more and more obsessed with the idea of time travel which throws yet another possibility for Donnie's strange habits into the mix of what is already a confusing story.The film has moments of awe as well as sadness and deals with issues such as the meaning of life, the belief in god and the existence of parallel universes/ time travel (I know there not the same thing but share similar characteristics).The moral issues and philosaphys this film takes into account may boggle your mind but this film is so unique and strange it's something of impressive step in the right direction for entrepreneurs in the film industry ,e.g. "Being John Malcavitch" a unique story and a film no one even wanted to make but when it was created it grossed millions and a cult fan base. This Film deserves as much credit , and yet sadly won't but at least has fans and is worth the purchase for the price Amazons charging. It has a sequel which I haven't seen, neither do I want to, it really doesn't look like a proper sequel and isn't worth watching when this film raps up loose ends and stands well enough on its own.Closing point: i was slightly disappointed with this copy seeing as there is a final cut which has a more detailed explanation of what's going on as well as some extra footage, so if you're going to buy any buy the director's cut its worth it.

great film came in perfect condition

I was ready to award this movie 5 stars, until I read tony mac's review. (Titled "Rabbit in the hat")Upon review, I think Tony is spot on about several important points. I hadn't noticed these the first time I watched the Movie. The reason, I believe, is that I was blinded by the cinematic beauty and charisma of this enigmatic movie.However, I'm still awarding the film 4 stars, for precisely the above reason. For me, films are not necessarily about telling serious stories, morally guiding us or challenging us to think about the nature of our daily lives. Donny Darko manages to make you think, but I have now come to the conclusion that the ideas put forward in the film are unclear, unhelpful and unlikely to impact on your moral or philosophical beliefs in any major way.This feels like a disappointment and a let down, because you feel like the movie should be deep, it should be clever, and you should be taking something away from it. The movie promises all of the above, but actually delivers nothing but "scotch mist".However, back to my original point, Donny Darko is a wonderful piece of filmmaking. The actors' performance, the direction, the scenery, the score, the lighting and the atmosphere are all darkly beautiful. For me, this is the most important thing when it comes to films. Another reviewer made a comparison between Donny Darko and Usual Suspects. I like that comparison. In my opinion, Usual Suspect's storyline was a load of nonsense. And if you consider it, you could argue that it uses a version of the "I woke up and it was all a dream ending" (I don't think I'm spoiling the film for anyone by saying that. Don't worry, the ending is far more subtle and clever than the "It was a dream" ending of 'Vanilla Sky' with Tom cruise!)However, Usual Suspects was a cinematic masterpiece, with interesting characters, well acted roles and some really well directed scenes.So to summarize, for a clever thought provoking movie, I'd look at Fight Club or American Beauty. For a beautiful piece of art, check out Donny Darko.

Good movie , bought used for a steal and it’s like new . Really happy , the kind of movie I will definitely rewatch .

I love this movie and the script to it!

Als der Film Anfang der 2000 rauskam und ich ihn gesehen hatte, habe ich ihn nicht so richtig verstanden und war auch viel zu jung. Also entschied ich damals, dass es ein ganz komischer Film sei und ich ihn nicht in der Sammlung bräuchte. Dennoch irgendwas hatte er, dass ich ihn immer wieder mal sehen wollte. Vor paar Jahren, also nach vielen Jahren, wagte ich noch mal eine Sichtung, jetzt sieht man Filme auch mit ganz anderen Augen, dieses Mal fand ich den Film einfach nur großartig und sehr interessant. Jetzt wollte ich mir die Blu-ray holen und sah, dass es diese mit einem neuen Master in 4K gibt.Hier sind 2 Disc enthalten, einmal die Kinofassung, die ich schon kenne und den Director's Cut, den ich noch nicht kenne, mir aber bald diesen anschauen werde.Ich habe die Blu-ray eingelegt und war wirklich erstaunt, was hier rausgeholt wurde. Nur zum Beginn, wo Donnie auf der Straße liegt, hat man ein sehr körniges Bild, danach wird es viel besser. Die Nachtszenen schauen echt gut aus und vor allem die Tagszenen sehen fantastisch aus. Kontrast und Farben können sich sehen lassen. Also besser sah der Film nie aus. Egal wo ich den Film gesehen habe, zuletzt über Magenda TV, das Bild schaute echt nicht gut aus, obwohl es ein HD-Scan war. Jetzt kann man den Film auch wirklich genießen.Der deutsche Ton liegt in DTS-HD MA 5.1 vor. Da der Film zum größten Teil aus Dialogen und guten Musikscores besteht, werden auch zum größten Teil die vorderen Kanäle angesteuert. Die hinteren kommen dann eher bei der Musik zu Geltung und natürlich bei den Katastrophenszenen. Der Bass kam gut und deutlich spürbar in gewissen Szenen rüber.Ein Wendecover ist vorhanden.Der Film ist für mich heute ein großartiges Werk und ein Film, den man öfter schauen sollte, um ihn zumindest ein wenig zu verstehen. Die Darsteller, voran Jake Gyllenhaal spielten hier wirklich gut und auch der mittlerweile verstorbene Patrick Swayze hatte auch eine wirklich gute Performance abgeliefert.Sowohl für den Film als auch für diese Blu-ray eine absolute Empfehlung. Und das zu einem anständigen Preis.

Deze Duitse limited collectors edition van Donnie Darko is echt een mooie aanwinst voor de collectie. Helaas zit er geen Nederlandse of Engelse ondertitels bij, maar dat wist ik op voorhand al. 3 mooie grote posters, een set kaarten, een set art cards en een magneet sieren in de doos. Wat wel even flink tegen viel was dat ik echt dacht dat er een steelbook in de verpakking zou zitten. Helaas was het een kartonnen sleeve waar de film in zat, maar goed. Ook dat nam ik voor lief want de box is echt oogstrelend mooi.Waar ik wel dik ontevreden over ben is de absurd slechte kwaliteit hoe de film op de 4K schijf is gezet. Volgens mij hebben ze niets aan de film gerestaureerd, maar hebben ze een simpele slechte upscaling gedaan waarbij de HDR de film extreem donker maakt, waardoor de film in donkere stukken amper te volgen is en waarbij het in helder fel daglicht wel lijkt alsof de avond net is gevallen. Ook het geluid is niet om over naar huis te schrijven. Voor een box van meer dan 50 euro mag je toch wel verwachten dat de film er eerste klas op staat. Ik stuur de box niet terug omdat de verpakking te mooi is, maar ik zal de film uit deze box nooit meer kijken, ik zet de gewone Blu-ray wel op.

Donnie Darko ha sido desde mi más temprana juventud, una de mis películas de culto en cuanto al cine de fantasía y ciencia ficción, tanto por la majestuosa interpretación de sus actores, como por la enrevesada historia que cuenta.En esta edición, aparte del formato en Blu-ray, contiene fragmentos de entrevistas en V.O. subtitulada al castellano, y una colección de 10 postales con imágenes de la película. Todo esto contenido en una cajita de cartón con la famosa portada de la película.Todo esto en un formato que se indica que es una Edición Especial Limitada y numerada a a 2000 unidades.Lo peor a citar, es la portada del blu-ray, con una imagen que poco o nada de justicia hace a la obra maestra que en su interior, contiene.Aún así, es una pieza indispensable para la videoteca de cualquier fan.

Donnie Darko es una excelente película de fantasía y ciencia ficción la cual por fin recibe un trato remasterizado adecuado en una bellísima edición limitada.¿Qué incluye este lanzamiento en blu-ray?*La película en su versión original de cine remasterizada, con excelente calidad de imagen y sonido. Se incluye tanto en blu-ray como en dvd.*La película en su versión extendida, con una duración adicional de aproximadamente 20 minutos, nuevamente remasterizada, de igual manera se incluye en blu-ray y dvd.*Carta Roberta Sparrow que incluye postales con arte de la película*Poster de la película en tamaño grande (doblado, se incluye dentro de la caja)*Mini-libro con información de la película, comentarios de los actores y del directorTodo empacado en una muy bonita caja de material duro que incluye tres paquetes (uno para la edición del cine, otro para la edición extendida y otro del libro). IMPORTANTE: esta edición no incluye subtitulo en español, solamente en inglés por lo que si buscas adquirirla toma eso en consideración, adicionalmente te recomiendo tener cuidado al sacar los discos de la caja ya que está un poco complicado y podrías dañar el empaque.La edición está creada para los fans del film, si es de tus película favoritas o eres fan de la misma, no dudes en adquirirla, no te arrepentirás.

Titolo Originale: Donnie DarkoRegia DI/Diretto DA: Richard KellyCast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore, Noah Wyle, Patrick Swayze, Seth Rogen, Jena MalonePaese-Anno/Nazionalità: USA/Stati Uniti D'America, 2001Audio: DTSGenere: Drammatico/SperimentaleDurata: 130 Minuti CircaDistribuzione: Guglielmo Marchetti (Moviemax Media Group Italy SRL)Visto Censura: FILM PER TUTTIGiudizio Finale/Voto Complessivo Al Film: 5/5DONNIE DARKO è Un Film Misterioso, Quanto Assolutamente Magico ed Affascinante.Davvero Intenso, Toccante e Profondo: Il Vero Cinema Che ti Scuote L'Anima con il suo Infinito Mistero.Apparentemente, Un Film ''Cronoligicamente Slacciato'' Ma che alla fine contiene dentro di sè dei Messaggi davvero profondi.STUPENDO.Formato Video BD/Blu-Ray Disc: 3/5DONNIE DARKO Viene Trasferito da Moviemax Media Group In un BD-50/AVC-1080p (1080p VC-1).Trasferimento che presenta però parecchi problemi Sin Dall'Inizio: Piatto, Opaco, Sbiadito e Non Particolarmente Brillante.Riconosco Assolutamente Che DONNIE DARKO Sia un Film A Basso Budget (4.000.000 $)Non Lancio mai critiche a caso (Lungi da Me, Non Mi Permetterei Mai)Ma la Moviemax doveva mettere un pò più di Impegno nella Masterizzazione del BD.Esperimento Riuscito A Metà, Ma C'è Ancora troppa carne al fuoco: Su Questo Aspetto, C'è Ancora Molto da Lavorare.Lingue-Audio/Sottotitoli: 5/5Moviemax Media Group Presenta il BD di DONNIE DARKO In Due Tracce: Italiano DTS Multi 5.1, Italian Lpcm 2/0 48k.Tutte e Due le Tracce sono Equilibrate e Sistemate al Punto Giusto: Non Troppo Forte, Ma Nemmeno Troppo Debole.Su Questo, Un Applauso Alla Moviemax.Contenuti Extra: 5/5Ce N'è Per Tutti, Quanti Ne Volete. In Abbondanza. C'è Anche Bisogno che li Elenchi ?Commenti Audio, Interviste, Photogallery, Red Band Trailer, Official Video ''Mad World''....... MERAVIGLIOSO!Grande Moviemax !Voto Complessivo All'Edizione: 5/5Nonostante L'Evidente Qualità Video/BD Altamente Disastrata, Consiglio L'Edizione.Nonostante gli Evidenti difetti, DONNIE DARKO è Un Film Fantastico che non deve Assolutamente mancare alla vostra collezione !