Fight Club (10th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray]

Fight Club (10th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray]
by David Fincher

Fight Club (10th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray]

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Actor: Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Helena Bonham Carter, Meat Loaf Aday
Director: David Fincher
Brand: Fox
Blu-ray: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); French (Subtitled); Portuguese (Subtitled); Cantonese (Subtitled); Mandarin Chinese (Subtitled); English (Original Language); Spanish (Original Language); French (Original Language); Portuguese (Original Language); French (Dubbed); Spanish (Dubbed)
Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 2.40:1
Running Time: 139 minutes
Blu-ray Release Date: 2009-11-17
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Studio: Twentieth Century Fox
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Condition: New
Format: Blu-ray
AC-3; Color; Dolby; DTS Surround Sound; Dubbed; Subtitled; Widescreen

Blu-ray Reviews of Fight Club (10th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray]

Blu-ray Review: Blu Ray Review: After ten years, Fight Club ages like the finest wine
Summary: 5 Stars

To say that David Fincher's film Fight Club is underrated or for some intellectual film buffs would like to facetiously use the phrase, "sleeper hit", is possibly the biggest understatement of the last decade. One small but highly significant reason for this under appreciation (In terms of box office revenue) lies in the failure of the marketing department to promote this film appropriately. On the contrary, it's subject matter and material did not render this an easy task. With a very deceptive title like Fight Club, most audiences assumed this film to be simply just that, a film about fighting. Nothing could be farther from the truth. In 1999 all that the film had going for it was Brad Pitt, end of story. Although I have not seen all of David Fincher's films I feel it is safe to assume that this will probably be one of my favorites among his other impressive titles in his catalog. This film is not just a highly successful book to film adaptation, (not to mention put Chuck Palahnuik on the map as a respected author) but manages to execute it's dark, witty, clever dialogue in such a timely and entertaining fashion that it remains quite memorable and very satisfying. The 10th anniversary Blu Ray edition of this movie is nothing short of spectacular; it's audio and visual department does not disappoint, but truly and fully utilizes the Blu Ray technology to its advantage. The technical part of my review will be saved for the last so I hope you will pace yourself. Enough said, I will begin.

The narrator (Edward Norton), who does not go by any particular name in the film, works for an insurance company that investigates claims involving automobiles. His mundane but financially rewarding occupation requires very extensive traveling that renders the narrator to lead a very isolated and lonely life. Even when he is not traveling, we see him completing very repetitive sedentary office work that involves little interaction with anyone besides his unlikeable and distasteful boss. Adversely, this demanding occupation profoundly affects the narrator's ability to sleep as he suffers from acute insomnia and what also appears to be severe depression. As a result, Norton's derives a substantial amount of pleasure indulging in magazine catalogs and purchasing various collector set items such as trendy furniture, fashionable dish sets with all the small intended imperfections, tread mills, coffee tables, and other novelties. In order to treat his insomnia, the narrator consults a doctor only to find out that he will not be prescribed any medication but suggested to seek treatment in support groups for various forms of cancer to witness real "pain". Subsequently, an addiction follows from this experience when Norton admit tingly feels attracted to the universal atmosphere of sadness and emotional engagement with strangers. (Meat Loaf being one of them, go figure) It is here that the narrator comes across a woman named Martha (Helena Bonham Carter) who is a "faker" according to him because she does not genuinely suffer from any of the interminable diseases in the support groups but only participates for the movies and free coffee.

On a plane during a midnight business travel we are introduced to Edward Norton's significant other/anti-hero, Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt) when they are seated next to each other. Tyler Durden is a very clever, knowledgeable and highly entertaining salesman in the business of selling soap. He is filled with arbitrary useful facts about potentially explosive household items, history and even philosophy to some extent; moreover, he comes across as very dark but amusing and personally engaging to say the very least. There on screen chemistry is highly plausible and works to perfection in every scene. The relationship between these two characters is further solidified when they meet for the second time after Norton's trendy apartment is mysteriously blown to bits all over the sidewalk. The narrator ponders the root cause to be a freak electrical occurrence. Despite of this catastrophic event (or is it ?), Norton finds comfort in calling Tyler Durden where they rendezvous at a local bar for some drinks; the narrator vents over his materialistic losses while Tyler Durden simply offers some solace with a very interesting and enlightening outlook on the relationship between human evolution and American culture.

The narrator and Tyler Durden embark on a dark journey that reveals the truth about themselves and about society as well; and, as a result, a much deeper and more genuine relationship occurs between these two characters especially when Tyler Durden asks Norton for a favor in return for his hospitable shelter, "To hit him as hard as he can."

Now, this film packs a very heavy social commentary that delves around many salient topics and themes that are bound to strike some interest in the careful and observant film goer. (At least I hope so) Personally, what struck me as important and intriguing what it's social commentary on corporations and their potentially adverse effects on American culture and human emotions, or in the narrator's case, lack thereof. The narrator exhibits symptoms of insomnia because he is ultimately depressed working in a single serving, dispensable and yet fast paced environment (at least when he's traveling) that deprives him of maintaing any real interaction with friends and family. Unfortunately and in spite of this, we see him enjoying the true and last American value in this country that becomes more prevalent within each passing year, consumerism, or as Tyler Durden puts it more plainly and effectively "Buying S--- we don't need".

The narrator's life is consumed by the corporation as he inspects some of the most horrific car accidents, spends a considerable amount of time air traveling not too mention ordered around by a very unpleasant and discontented boss who is rarely satisfied. Let's just say that his work environment does not fully endorse the mechanism of positive reinforcement. A profound feeling of emptiness engulfs this character to the extreme point of him finding solace in things such as cancer support groups or in buying endless items in magazine catalogs; the narrator is merely struggling to find any form of emotion in this depraved and depressing American culture we live in. As a result, our anti-hero fills this empty space with feeling pain in fighting and even indulges in what seems to be a subtle form of masochistic behavior such as burning himself with chemicals or throwing himself into glass shelves. The corporation persistently produces this potent and profound feeling of emptiness that strips the narrator of his individuality by artificially organizing it for him. You are not an individual but a team member or a team player working for a much bigger and more important company. And we wonder why so many Americans are prescribed anti-depressant drugs and medication. The bottom line is that the individual is more often than not wrongly perceived as the problem and not the sick cultural environment that one works or interacts in.

Ok, onto the technical specs of this masterpiece because that is what this film is and looks like, a masterpiece. I purchased the 2-disc dvd back in 2002 and I was utterly impressed with the quality of it along with it's array of supplemental material. Without exaggerating in the slightest bit, this Blu Ray completely puts the previous dvd release to shame. I did a thorough compare and contrast and it was worth every minute of to see the nice upgrade make it to my home. If I had to describe this transfer in one word, the word flawless justifies this very accurately.

Cinematically, this is a very dark film indeed that manages to seamlessly and effectively intertwine with the nature of the material presented. Black levels are incredibly deep and consistent that allow some of the more bright colors to filter through quite nicely, particularly in the underground garage scenes. Pay attention to the vibrant and lively green neon reflections when the camera rapidly spirals down into the garage to expose the detonated explosives. Truly remarkable. Flesh tones are real and appear very natural and lifelike throughout the entire film whether it is during the abundant night shots, the interior house on paper st, the underground garage, or the massive corporate buildings. When Edward Norton attempts to deactivate one of the sets of explosives in the white van pay close attention to the sweat drops on his forehead or Brad Pitt's light facial hair, amazing.

Like the picture quality, the sound will not disappoint either boasting a very nice DTS. 5.1 HD Master Audio. The Dust Brothers will immerse you in it's highly unusual and nerve racking industrial score. All of your speakers will given the royal treatment with this one, I can assure you on this. Dialogue is nothing short of perfection; moreover, it is clear, articulate and very consistent. I can also rest assure you that your subwoofer will not be left alone in the dark either as explosions will vibrate your floor while the heart pounding score will add a nice touch to the unsettling atmosphere. Every scene in this film is quite mesmerizing in terms of picture and sound but If I could specifically point out a great scene in which captivates all of these things accurately, I will have to say pay attention to when Edward Norton deactivates the explosive in the garage and subsequently battles Tyler Durden; shattered car mirrors will pierce your front speakers; glass toll booths breaks with superiority, hand to hand combat is exchanged wonderfully and a very nice clothesline executed by Tyler Durden will definitely spark some enthusiasm.

This by far one of the most superior and worthy Blu Rays out on the Market. Enough Said. A must buy.

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Description of Fight Club (10th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray]

"'Fight Club' pulls you in, challenges your prejudices, rocks your world and leaves you laughing" (Rolling Stone). Brad Pitt ("12 Monkeys", "Seven"), Edward Norton ("Primal Fear," "American History X") and Helena Bonham Carter ("Mighty Aphrodite," "A Room With A View") turn in powerful "performances of which movie legends are made" (Chicago Tribune) in this action-packed hit.

A ticking-time-bomb insomniac (Norton) and a slippery soap salesman (Pitt) channel primal male aggression into a shocking new form of therapy. Their concept catches on, with underground "fight clubs" forming in every town, until a sensuous eccentric (Bonham Carter) gets in the way and ignites an out-of control spiral toward oblivion.

All films take a certain suspension of disbelief. Fight Club takes perhaps more than others, but if you're willing to let yourself get caught up in the anarchy, this film, based on the novel by Chuck Palahniuk, is a modern-day morality play warning of the decay of society. Edward Norton is the unnamed protagonist, a man going through life on cruise control, feeling nothing. To fill his hours, he begins attending support groups and 12-step meetings. True, he isn't actually afflicted with the problems, but he finds solace in the groups. This is destroyed, however, when he meets Marla (Helena Bonham Carter), also faking her way through groups. Spiraling back into insomnia, Norton finds his life is changed once again, by a chance encounter with Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt), whose forthright style and no-nonsense way of taking what he wants appeal to our narrator. Tyler and the protagonist find a new way to feel release: they fight. They fight each other, and then as others are attracted to their ways, they fight the men who come to join their newly formed Fight Club. Marla begins a destructive affair with Tyler, and things fly out of control, as Fight Club grows into a nationwide fascist group that escapes the protagonist's control.

Fight Club, directed by David Fincher (Seven), is not for the faint of heart; the violence is no holds barred. But the film is captivating and beautifully shot, with some thought-provoking ideas. Pitt and Norton are an unbeatable duo, and the film has some surprisingly humorous moments. The film leaves you with a sense of profound discomfort and a desire to see it again, if for no other reason than to just to take it all in. --Jenny Brown

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