Beastie Boys DVD Video Anthology - Criterion Collection

Beastie Boys DVD Video Anthology - Criterion Collection
by Adam Yauch, Evan Bernard, Adam Bernstein, Tamra Davis, Spike Jonze

Beastie Boys DVD Video Anthology - Criterion Collection
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Actor: Beastie Boys, Eric Correa, Mario Caldato Jr., Sofia Coppola, Zoe R. Cassavetes
Director: Adam Bernstein, Adam Yauch, Evan Bernard, Spike Jonze, Tamra Davis
Primary Contributor: Adam Horovitz
Primary Contributor: Adam Yauch
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 5.1; English (Subtitled)
Format: Best of, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Enhanced, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
DVD Release Date: 2000-11-21
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Criterion Collection

DVD Reviews of Beastie Boys DVD Video Anthology - Criterion Collection

DVD Review: A unique volume in the always impressive Criterion Collection
Summary: 5 Stars

The fact that this collection was released by Criterion is strongly indicative of the quality of the music videos within. The Beastie Boys have made so many great videos of their career that they fill two DVDs - only Bjork can rival them in terms of volume and quality. Now they're compiled in this awesome package from the best DVD studio in the world.

The two criticisms this collection regularly receives are, despite what some might say, not the fault of Criterion. The videos from "Licensed to Ill" are missing because that album was released on a different label and for some stupid reason, they didn't want to license the rights to Criterion. No surprises there - record companies do this sort of thing all the time.

The second criticism deals with the censoring on these videos. Reviewers are incorrectly blaming Criterion for this. Just the smallest amount of research reveals that basically every music video is made censored. This makes sense, as they're made for TV, which has strict guidelines as to what is permissible to say. It's not like these videos have been censored. They were never UNcensored. It's not like there are some "original" "uncut" music videos sitting in a vault somewhere. Yeah, it's unfortunately that the music gets changed, but that's more the fault of the FCC than anything. Anyone who is thinking of not buying this simply because some words get bleeped out doesn't understand how music videos work. Personally, I've never thought of the Beastie Boys as particularly profane, and thus, it's not distracting to me at all. It's not like censoring gangsta rap where every fourth word gets cut.

Setting aside these issues, lets look at who will find this collection interesting. Many people buy whatever Criterion releases, because whether they know the film or not, they know that Criterion only releases top quality material. This is a little bit different because it's dealing with music that I would guess the typical Criterion collector who is a fan of Bergman and Godard is unfamiliar with. Criterion deals mainly in the art film tradition, so the presence of a popular music group may give people second thoughts.

My view is, these are such great videos that they make the collection interesting, even if you're not a fan of the music. That is, unless you find the music unpleasant. The Beastie Boys have a unique style which involves a lot of a lot of yelling. It's not particularly obnoxious, but I could see how it would grate on some viewers. The music is actually very good, not just as hip hop, but as music in general. The best advice I can give is to listen to some samples online and if you don't hate the music, you're probably going to enjoy the videos. I wasn't a huge Beastie Boys fan myself until I saw their music with these incredible videos and finally it made sense to me. They're just that good.

DVD Review: Perfect except.....
Summary: 3 Stars

Love this collection, except that it is censored... beeps all over the place and it kinda ruins it for me. I have been a beastie fan since the beginning, and this is a bit of a disappointment. Criterion should be ashamed for this, as they don't even give you the option of turning the beeps off. Seems this release doesn't follow Criterion's commitment to preserving the integrity of the artist's work. would have given 5 stars if it weren't censored

DVD Review: Great disc
Summary: 3 Stars

I'm just writing to echo all the praise for these discs. It's a great collection and the audio features are very extensive with all the remixes.

NOTEWORTHY: all songs are CENSORED, shame on you, Criterion. There is worse language in PG rated movies and TV sitcoms than what gets bleeped out of all the music here. And I don't just mean the occasional 'f' and 's' words, I mean even the mildest curse words are bleeped out. Why? There's no reason whatsoever to alter the music on a DVD release, especially with a publisher like Criterion who have prided themselves on presenting films as they're originally made. I think the fact that the packaging doesn't specify that all content has been censored is misleading not cool, and I'm only pointing this out to others who might think it's noteworthy when deciding whether to buy this.

3 stars for content, -2 stars for creating a bleeped DVD just so Walmart will stock the title.

DVD Review: The best compilation.
Summary: 4 Stars

When I found this compilation will be released by criterion I could not believe it, that means they will treat the videos with the best quality and extras, and i was not dissapointed.
The extra material is great, video angles and mixes that can be switched anytime during the video play.
I remember back when Sabotage was released and frequently played on Mtv back on '94, they were and still are the coolest dudes.
Truly recommended if you like the band.
By the way what happened to the very first videos?

DVD Review: If you like MTV vids and remix beats...
Summary: 2 Stars

Basically you get a good selection of videos that you could have seen in from 1989 to 1998 or so on MTV or VH1. There's other goofy camera things to look at while you listen to the same songs. Then you can listen to the same songs over and over again with a different beat. It's 2 discs and each disc runs normally about 30 minutes a piece. I guess it's worth the money if that's what you want but it's kind of boring after watching it once. I think the original beats with the original videos are the most entertaining. When I bought it I thought it would be longer or just better because of all the hyped up talk on here about it.

Description of Beastie Boys DVD Video Anthology - Criterion Collection

Studio: Emi Music Distribution Release Date: 02/07/2006
Beastie Boys fans with a firm command of DVD angle and subtitle features will find the Criterion Collection's version of the group's Video Anthology a must. Augmenting 18 videos with more than 100 camera angles and remixes old and new, the 2-disc set brings Criterion's attention to detail and quality to bear on some of the most hilarious and visually creative music clips ever. In addition to hits such as "So What'cha Want," "Intergalactic," and "Shake Your Rump," the set also includes such lesser-known cuts as "Ricky's Theme" and "Netty's Girl." Finally, director comments, a mock talk-show appearance by "the cast of Sabotage" (the Beasties' spoof of '70s cop shows), and behind-the-scenes mastermind Nathanial H?rnblow?r's "The Robot vs. the Octopus Monster Saga" lend further insight into the Beasties' creative process with their collaborators. Long may they tape. --Rickey Wright

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