King Kong - Peter Jackson's Production Diaries
by Michael Pellerin
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Actor: Adrien Brody, Andy Serkis, Jack Black, Jeff Atmajian, Naomi WattsDirector: Michael Pellerin
Brand: King
Cinematographer: Robert F. Smith
Producer: Michael Pellerin
Writer: Michael Pellerin
Producer: David Rodriguez
Producer: Jeffrey White
Producer: Katherine Geer
Producer: Kevin M. Shukur
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; English (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); French (Subtitled); English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround
Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, Limited Edition, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.78:1
Running Time: 232 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-12-13
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Universal Studios
DVD Reviews of King Kong - Peter Jackson's Production Diaries
DVD Review: A Wonderful Set For Movie Buffs
Summary: 5 Stars
Yes, I do have the set in my possession. If you are looking for a last minute gift for the movie buff in your life you may want to consider picking up King Kong Peter Jackson's Production Diaries. The limited edition set is due to be released on December 13th. More than anything, even if you or the person you buy this for isn't a huge Peter Jackson fan, this is a great collectible for the person who loves movie collectibles or is interested in the art of filmmaking.
First things first, Peter Jackson (director of Lord of the Rings trilogy) and the cast and crew of King Kong appeared in a number of video production diary entries which were streamed on the King Kong website KongisKing. So when you pop one of the two DVD's into your DVD player don't expect to see a long form documentary. What you will be watching are short little pieces related to the making of the film. They seem to average 3-7 minutes, I could be off a little bit on the time but they are short little pieces related to the production. Some are very technical about setting up scenes while others are light hearted and include Jack Black or other cast members goofing off. In one piece you see the cast getting ready for and participating in a press conference with journalist, in another short piece Jack Black and Naomi Watts are seen in full costume. Just trying to make it clear that you aren't going to pop this baby in and see King Kong the big ape himself everywhere.
The 25,000 question is where is the big monkey? Perhaps he is here on one of the discs in one of these little pieces but after watching this set for a great deal I didn't get to see the big monkey. Perhaps it is because he is computer generated and these are basically diaries of the film production and not a big glossy documentary about the making of the film.
This set will really interest people who are interested in the art of film making because the average viewer might find themselves bored with some of the behind the scenes details provided in the diary clips. Of course a King Kong fan really wants to know every little thing, but I only keep stressing this because it's not your average documentary.
The best thing about the set is the unique packaging. The two discs come in a large box that looks like a locked case. Enclosed in that box is another box. When you pull this box out a Certificate of Authenticity is revealed. The Certificate of Authenticity coincides with the limited edition prints that are included in the set. The COA includes Peter Jacksons signature and a number, my set was number 254,247, so I guess it's not that limited edition! Inside of another box is a small box which resembles a clip board. Inside of this box are the two DVD's and a 52 page color scrap book. The color scrapbook includes the DVD details and pictures of the cast, crew and King Kong.
Universal put a great deal of effort into this set to make it truly unique and the consumer that purchases this well priced set will truly feel like they got their money's worth. It's the perfect companion to the King Kong movie. I'm pleased.
Description of King Kong - Peter Jackson's Production Diaries
Presents a first hand account of the production of the 2005 film King Kong from the first to the last day of shooting.Genre: Feature Film-Drama
Rating: NR
Release Date: 13-DEC-2005
Media Type: DVD
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