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Public Enemies (Special Edition) [Blu-ray] | ![Public Enemies (Special Edition) [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51KuBqEDAcL._SL500_.jpg) | Actors: Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, John Michael Bolger, Jason Clarke, Rory Cochrane
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
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Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, Special Edition, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: Blu-ray
Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
Number Of Discs: 2
Running Time: 140 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 025195046558
UPC: 025195046558
EAN: 0025195046558
ASIN: B002QEHPR4
Theatrical Release Date: 2009
Release Date: December 8, 2009
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Since crime auteur Michael Mann, like his protagonists, plays by his own rules, Public Enemies eschews back story and motivation for a closely-observed, action-packed examination of men at work. FBI supremo J. Edgar Hoover (Billy Crudup) kick-starts a nationwide manhunt when he proclaims John Dillinger (Johnny Depp, in top form) Public Enemy #1. Hoover taps Agent Melvin Purvis (Christian Bale) to bring the Tommy Gun-toting bank robber in by any means necessary (the agency also targets Pretty Boy Floyd and Baby Face Nelson). If Dillinger had split the scene then and there, he might have enjoyed a happier fate, but he falls for beautiful coat-check girl Billie Frechette (Marion Cotillard, whose open-hearted performance makes her the most sympathetic character in the film). In the end, though, Dillinger is the captain of his own destiny: his loyalty to his girl and his gang overpowers his desire to live free. Though the director also set his first film, Thief, and third series, Crime Story, in his native Chicago, Public Enemies plays more like Heat in Depression-era garb. In that L.A. policier, Al Pacino's cop develops a grudging respect for Robert De Niro's criminal, but letting a lawbreaker go free isn't an option. In this case, however, the tight-lipped Purvis never develops the same sort of esteem for Dillinger--or Hoover--making him the more tragic figure. If Public Enemies is less overtly commercial than The Untouchables or Bugsy, it's still the best mainstream gangster epic in ages and ranks among Mann's finest works. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
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PUBLIC ENEMIES (BLU RAY/DC) (2DISCS/ENG SDH/SPAN/D
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 Johnny Depp is fabulous as John Dillenger in Public Enemies March 11, 2010
Deborah Kim Hicks (Lake Cumberland KY)
I found this an absolutely great movie , Johnny Depp done a wonderful job as John Dillenger in Public Enemies, although some historical facts was condensed down and altered slightly, it was still an excellent movie with mostly truth to it and wonderfully performed and executed. I wish it had been a double disc , that they would of took the time to make this movie twice as long and elaborated more on historical facts executed in movie. That is the only fault i can find in it, my husband is very hard to please on movies especially historical outlaws, he is a history channel nut and he loves this movie. He is rarely satisfied with new movies today of that era. We both watched this movie over and over when it got here , and still are, very happy with purchase , good entertainment, excellent actors.
Public Enemies DVD March 10, 2010
Crazy Horse (USA)
I received this item at a great price and exactly in the condition described. There were no scratches on the disk & the DVD was factory sealed.
I am a Johnny Depp fan and this movie shows his talent of becoming the character he plays. Enjoy the movie.
 "We're here for the bank's money, not yours." Blu ray review! February 27, 2010
A. Scultore (NY)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Mann tells the story of John Dillinger (Depp) the last great American outlaw and the man who brought him down, FBI Agent Purvis (Bale). During The Great Depression, Dillinger was considered a folkhero. He stole from the banks but never the patrons. Old film footage even shows him treated like a rockstar upon his capture. Shockingly, Mann stays true to some historical facts, but he does take plenty of liberties to enhance the story. Using groundbreaking investigation techniques for that time, Purvis succeeds in capturing Dillinger. However, some good lawyering and a wood gun leads up to an extraordinary breakout. Agent Purvis is now even more determined to not only recapture the bank robber but to make sure he can never escape again!
The movie is wonderfully acted by it's two leads, Bale and Depp. Mann loves to pit great actors against each other and it's nice to watch. Ultimately the story is not that compelling. It lacks the charm of other gangster flicks like "The Untouchables" and "Mobsters". Even though the movie runs 2 hours and 21 minutes there is substance missing. The movie desreves 3.5 stars not 3, but the option isn't available. A very good movie that could have been better.
MY BLU RAY THOUGHTS: This is the first Universal Blu ray that I was disappointed in. The picture is nice but not amazing. There are even some scenes where color seems a little off. Maybe this was a lighting decision to make it look like more of a period piece, who knows? The sound is either too loud or hard to hear. The special features are very interesting, especially the historical ones. FINAL VERDICT: A MUST OWN FOR GANGSTER MOVIE FANS! Still worth a watch.
Flawed but watchable biopic February 27, 2010
Mr. Stephen Kennedy (Doha, Qatar)
Michael Mann's latest is at least as frustrating as it is satisfying. The story of John Dillinger is told, from the time he was sent back to prison for the second time, through to his ultimate demise. The movie presents a thief versus dogged pursuing cop in a superficially similar way to Heat, as a mesmerizingly charismatic Johnny Depp as Dillinger, and a glowering Christian Bale as Melvyn Purvis the FBI agent face off against each other. However, the tale unfolds in a much more traditional and workmanlike fashion than you might expect from Mann's previous work. The period setting is terrifically presented, as is the rat-a-tat of period armoury. The script however, tells the story in an orderly fashion, not really delving much into the characters or their motivations. The only detour into understanding a little about what was going on in Dillinger's head is a detour into the romance between Dillinger and Billie Frechette, which seems neither long enough to do justice to a terrific turn from Marion Cotillard, or brief enough to avoid feeling like it's been uncomfortably shoehorned in. Christian Bale plays a straight role also, without really ever feeling we understand what drives the man.
It's entertaining, and has enough prison breakouts, chases and bank robberies to keep you glued for the slightly lengthy running time. However, there are some unusual stylistic choices which do not quite work. Mann has filmed in Hi-Def Digital cameras, eschewing film for the first time. Period movies shot in film have a warmth and softness to the pallet that `feels right' to the eye. Digital cameras have a way of making the action real and immediate, certainly, but so real and immediate it begins to feel like reality TV documentary style. Bright lights burn into the screen, and fast movement feels harsh on the eye in a way that we are used to seeing on the TV screen rather than in a period movie setting. There are times it works to make the viewer accept what you are seeing as real, and not a construct. But there are more times when the digital camera artefacts break the fourth wall and you are reminded this IS a movie set and not real, particularly with the directors penchant for hand held camera for even the most static of dialogue scenes. As a stylistic experiment it is a bold choice - but ultimately one that does not help the movie. On the plus side, the transfer to Bluray is certainly striking, and you are certainly left feeling you saw the movie as the director intended.
So - entertaining, yes. Interesting document of exploits of one of America's most notorious criminals and the birth of the FBI - yes. However, as a piece of cinema it is flawed, and not likely to stick in your mind for the right reasons.
 The story of John Dillinger February 24, 2010
Michael J. Gordon (LA, USA)
Depp and Bale emerse themselves in their respective characters. Great performances and an interesting story.
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