This 20th Anniversary edition of E.T. introduces the warmth and sense of magic of Steven Spielberg's much-loved movie to a whole new generation. And it is the youngsters at whom this new version has been aimed, with the film being given a Star Wars-style make-over in the hope that it will appeal to a generation weaned on digital effects. Thus, ET now has a souped-up space ship and the pursuing FBI agents are more politically correct, carrying walkie-talkies in place of guns. They've even given ET himself a CGI face-lift, digitally replacing the beloved puppet in certain... scenes. But this is no Apocalypse Now Redux. The re-edited scenes are small and insignificant to the plot: the only additional footage of any note is ET taking a bath and demonstrating that he can breathe underwater, which is amusing but irrelevant. The surprise is that the deleted scene with Harrison Ford playing Elliot's school Principal has still not made it to the new version. Despite such grumbles, E.T. is still the joyful experience it was 20 years ago, only this time grown-ups can follow the story through an added glow of nostalgia, as they fondly remember just how great BMXs were! --Nikki Disney On the DVD: E.T.--20th Anniversary Edition has the revised version of the movie (but not the original cut) on Disc One, presented in 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen and with a choice of gloriously remastered Dolby 5.1 or DTS sound options. The major beneficiary of this new presentation is John Williams' outstanding music score, which uniquely can also be played along with the film in the live version from the LA Shrine Auditorium 2002 premiere. A documentary about Williams conducting this extraordinary performance and a feature on his original scoring sessions are the best extra features on Disc Two. Other documentaries cover the "Evolution and Creation of ET"; a "Reunion" of the principal cast and crew with some fun behind-the-scenes footage; a piece on the planets of the Solar System narrated by ET himself (!); a photo gallery; trailers, and DVD-ROM extras. There's no director's commentary, but Spielberg does briefly introduce the movie on Disc One. --Mark Walker [show more]
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Please note this is a Region B Blu-ray and will require either a Region B or Multi-Region Blu-ray player Please note the UV copy is only compatible in participating regions please visit the UV website for full details One of the much-loved classics of all-time and a masterpiece from award winning film maker Steven Spielberg ET - The Extra Terrestrial is released for the first time ever in stunning high definition Blu-ray To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of this much loved classic the picture and sound have been fully restored to give a stunning Blu-ray special edition Loaded with all-new special features ET - The Extra Terrestrial is a must-own for all fans of high definition to give an out of this world experience A lost alien three million light years away from home A lonely ten-year old boy willing to take him home Two lives changed by a timeless adventure and a friendship that knows no earthly bounds Winner of four Oscars and two Golden Globes including Best Motion Picture ET is funny moving and unforgettable A captivating classic that will embrace everyone with its magic touch Special features include The ET Journals Steven Spielberg & ET Deleted Scenes A Look Back The ET Reunion The Evolution and Creation of ET The Music of ET A Discussion with John Williams The 20th Anniversary Premiere Original Theatrical Trailer
Steven Spielberg directs this heart-warming family tale of friendship between a boy and his pet alien. Young Elliott (Henry Thomas) has not had a happy home life since his parents split up. Living with his mother, Mary (Dee Wallace), he is constantly fighting with his older brother, Michael (Robert MacNaughton), and little sister, Gertie (Drew Barrymore). When Elliott finds an alien in his backyard one night, he takes the creature in, christening him 'ET' and aiding him in his efforts to contact his mother ship. ET has various amazing powers, including the ability to heal and make objects levitate, but his growing bond with Elliott is threatened by the fact that government officials are already trying to track him down.
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