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Review by
Matthew C.
2000.10.03
(This review refers to the
DVD
version/release.)
This review is easy. This is the best money I have spent on any DVD. Ever.
And, this is the best money I've spent on anything in a long time. However, I'm biased. I love this film. If you like the
Rocky
Horror Picture Show, this is the collection to get. It isn't just how they put things on the discs, it's WHAT they put on the
discs. This discs won't be known for their menus (although I like them), there are two things that definitely make this collection
worth picking up.
First, disc one includes an audio track that let's you hear a theater full of people shouting back at the movie. That's worth the money right
there. (This is also a great way to learn what to say and when to say it.) The second fantastic inclusion is the subtitle track that
tells you when to use your props.
This collection is extremely affordable, considering what they give you and how much it costs. I believe you won't pay any more than
about $25 for this collection (NEW), of course I could be wrong depending on where you buy it.
The two discs also include a musical number that this country (the U.S.A.) has NEVER SEEN! I couldn't wait to see this
"Superheroes" number edited back in. (Well, it's in the U.K. version.) I've been a fan of this movie for over ten
years and I've seen it more times than I care to mention. These discs really impressed me. I would highly recommend this collection
to any Rocky Horror, Richard O'Brien or musical fan.
2005.12.21
This film has been inducted in to the
"Movie Hall of Fame" by Matthew C..
I watched this DVD set this past weekend. I freakin' love this movie. While I was watching this movie I couldn't help but dance and
sing along. I'm sure I looked funny, but I was alone in my apartment so there was no one to dampen my spirits. (However if there had
been anyone there I'm sure they would have joined me in singing and dancing.) This movie and music's energy is so contagious and
exuberant. Once again, (with all the "extras" inlcuded) this is the best money I have ever spent on a DVD set.
2009.10.12
I watched a "tribute" DVD from Richard O'Brien recently. The tribute show featured stage and screen alum singing the music
along with a new narration from the pen of Richard O'Brien. I was surprised that I remembered almost 100% of the lyrics to the songs!
After all these years!
Final Thought:
Best money ever spent on DVD
(if applicable/available)
Format:
DVD
Plot Synopsis/Description:
A musical sci-fi satire about two newlyweds that get lost in a storm and find themselves stranded at the mansion of an alien transvestite scientist who is building the perfect man while playing sexual games with his virginal visitors.
Cast:
Tim Curry
Barry Bostwick
Susan Sarandon
Richard O'Brien
Patricia Quinn
Nell Campbell
Meatloaf
Charles Gray
From The Packaging / Advertising:
"It was great when it all began..." Celebrate 25
years of midnight movie madness! The Rocky Horror Picture Show is an
"erotic nightmare beyond any
measure." Relive Richard O'Brien's sinfully twisted salute to
horror, sci-fi, B-movies and rock music - a "sensual daydream to
treasure forever" - starring Tim Curry (in his classic
gender-bending performance), Barry Bostwick, and Oscar winner Susan
Sarandon. Do the "Time Warp" and sing "Hot Patootie"
with Meatloaf again...and again...and again...at home, or in a movie
theater, where it will probably be playing for another 25
years!
(1975, Color, Approx. 100 min.)
Bonus Features
Disc One
- Multi-story (U.K. or U.S. version): View the original cut or the new edition
with musical sequence "Superheroes" edited back in.
- Commentary by Richard O'Brien and Patricia Quinn.
- The Theatrical Experience: View Rocky Horror as you would in the
theater, complete with introduction from RHPS fan club president Sal
Piro. View audience reactions and performers in front of the
screen at certain points throughout the film.
- Prompter: "When do I squirt my water pistol and when do I
scream?" This subtitle track will tell you.
- DVD-ROM games, trivia and more!
Disc Two
- Excerpts
and never-before-seen outtakes from VH1 Behind The Music:
featuring interviews with Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Richard
O'Brien, Patricia Quinn and Meatloaf.
- VH1 Pop-Up Video of "Hot Patootie!"
- Rocky Horror Double Feature Video Show.
- Theatrical trailers and more!
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