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American Graffiti: Special Edition (Widescreen) | 
| Director: George Lucas
Actors: Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Paul Le Mat, Charles Martin Smith, Cindy Williams
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
List Price: CDN$ 25.98
Buy New: CDN$ 11.06
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Rating:  101 reviews
Sales Rank: 3353
Format: Collector's Edition, Dolby, Dubbed, Ntsc, Special Edition, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
DVD Layers: 2
DVD Sides: 1
Picture Format: Anamorphic Widescreen
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: MCAD20272D
ISBN: 078322737X
UPC: 025192027222
EAN: 9780783227375
ASIN: 078322737X
Theatrical Release Date: August 11, 1973
Release Date: April 1, 2003
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Here's how critic Roger Ebert described the unique and lasting value of George Lucas's 1973 box-office hit, IAmerican Graffiti/I: "[It's] not only a great movie but a brilliant work of historical fiction; no sociological treatise could duplicate the movie's success in remembering exactly how it was to be alive at that cultural instant." The time to which Ebert and the film refers is the summer of 1962, and IAmerican Graffiti/I captures the look, feel, and sound of that era by chronicling one memorable night in the lives of several young Californians on the cusp of adulthood. (In essence, Lucas was making a semiautobiographical tribute to his own days as a hot-rod cruiser, and the film's phenomenal success paved the way for IStar Wars/I.) The action is propelled by the music of Wolfman Jack's rock roll radio show--a soundtrack of pop hits that would become as popular as the film itself. As Lucas develops several character subplots, IAmerican Graffiti/I becomes a flawless time capsule of meticulously re-created memory, as authentic as a documentary and vividly realized through innovative use of cinematography and sound. The once-in-a-lifetime ensemble cast members inhabit their roles so fully that they don't seem like actors at all, comprising a who's who of performers--some of whom went on to stellar careers--including Ron Howard, Richard Dreyfuss, Harrison Ford, Cindy Williams, Mackenzie Phillips, Charles Martin Smith, Candy Clark, and Paul Le Mat. A true American classic, the film ranks No. 77 on the American Film Institute's list of all-time greatest American movies. Befitting that reputation, the collector's edition DVD includes a full-length commentary by Lucas, a behind-the-scenes featurette about the film's production, a photo gallery, and extensive production notes. I--Jeff Shannon/I
Additional Features
Includes the documentary IThe Making of American Graffiti/I featuring interviews with director George Lucas, executive producer Francis Coppola, and other cast and crew members.
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Here's how critic Roger Ebert described the unique and lasting value of George Lucas's 1973 box-office hit, IAmerican Graffiti/I: "[It's] not only a great movie but a brilliant work of historical fiction; no sociological treatise could duplicate the movie's success in remembering exactly how it was to be alive at that cultural instant." The time to which Ebert and the film refers is the summer of 1962, and IAmerican Graffiti/I captures the look, feel, and sound of that era by chronicling one memorable night in the lives of several young Californians on the cusp of adulthood. (In essence, Lucas was making a semiautobiographical tribute to his own days as a hot-rod cruiser, and the film's phenomenal success paved the way for IStar Wars/I.) The action is propelled by the music of Wolfman Jack's rock roll radio show--a soundtrack of pop hits that would become as popular as the film itself. As Lucas develops several character subplots, IAmerican Graffiti/I becomes a flawless time capsule of meticulously re-created memory, as authentic as a documentary and vividly realized through innovative use of cinematography and sound. The once-in-a-lifetime ensemble cast members inhabit their roles so fully that they don't seem like actors at all, comprising a who's who of performers--some of whom went on to stellar careers--including Ron Howard, Richard Dreyfuss, Harrison Ford, Cindy Williams, Mackenzie Phillips, Charles Martin Smith, Candy Clark, and Paul Le Mat. A true American classic, the film ranks No. 77 on the American Film Institute's list of all-time greatest American movies. I--Jeff Shannon/I
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 The 'forties were even better, except '41-'45 July 12, 2004
Joseph H Pierre (Salem, OR USA)
pbrDirector: George LucasbrFormat: ColorbrStudio: Universal Studios brVideo Release Date: December 26, 2001 pCast:pRichard Dreyfuss ... Curt Henderson brRon Howard ... Steve Bolander brPaul Le Mat ... John Milner brCharles Martin Smith ... Terry 'The Toad' Fields brCindy Williams ... Laurie Henderson brCandy Clark ... Debbie Dunham brMackenzie Phillips ... Carol brWolfman Jack ... XERB disc jockey brBo Hopkins ... Joe Young brManuel Padilla Jr. ... Carlos brBeau Gentry ... Ants pHarrison Ford ... Bob Falfa brJim Bohan ... Officer Holstein brJana Bellan ... Budda brDeby Celiz ... Wendy brLynne Marie Stewart ... Bobbie Tucker brTerence McGovern ... Mr. Bill Wolfe brKathleen Quinlan ... Peg brTim Crowley ... Eddie brScott Beach ... Mr. Gordon brJohn Brent ... Car salesman brGordon Analla ... Bozo brJohn Bracci ... Station attendant brJody Carlson ... Girl in Studebaker brDel Close ... Guy (man at bar) brChuck Dorsett ... Man at accident brStephen Knox ... Kid at accident brJoe Miksak ... Man at liquor store brGeorge Meyer ... Bum at liquor store brJames Cranna ... Liquor store thief brJohnny Weissmuller Jr. ... Badass #1 brWilliam Niven ... Clerk at liquor store brAl Nalbandian ... Hank Anderson brBob Pasaak ... Dale brChris Pray ... Al brSusan Richardson ... Judy brFred Ross ... Ferber brJan Dunn ... Old woman brCharlie Murphy ... Old man brEd Greenberg ... Kip Pullman brLisa Herman ... Girl in Dodge brMark Anger ... Mr. Kroot brKay Lenz ... Jane (girl at dance) brCaprice Schmidt ... Announcer at dance brJoe Spano ... Vic brDebralee Scott ... Falfa's girl brRon Vincent ... Jeff brDonna Wehr ... Carhop brCam Whitman ... Balloon girl brJan Wilson ... Girl at dance brSuzanne Somers ... Blonde in T-Bird brWarren Knight ... Herby And The Heartbeats brSam McFadin ... Herby And The Heartbeats brKris Moe ... Herby the Heartbeats brLinn Phillips III ... Herby and the Heartbeats brGeorge Robinson ... Herby the Heartbeats saxophonist brLinda Christensen ... Girl pA classic depicting the youth of the 1950s as they would like to have been. They are sooo young! One especially good scene is where the kids chain the rear axle and differential of a parked police car to a fixed pole, the draw the cops into giving chase.ppThis is the story of young people who are faced with great changes--heading for college, leaving their childhood behind, giving up old relationships including puppy love, and facing the future, with all of the pain, humor, hubris, pathos and pain that follows.ppThis is really a great film with, just maybe, a hint of what the 'fifties were really like.ppJoseph (Joe) Pierrebrbrauthor of Handguns and Freedom...their care and maintenancebrand other booksp
Alive and Well At the Dawn of Rock June 28, 2004
Jeffrey (Oakland, CA)
Its all about the music. Nearly every song in American Graffiti has stood the test of time and established itself as classic rock. In 1962, rock n' roll was still in its formative stages. The Beatles were just a promising British pop band and The Beach Boys were still a famous garage band singing surfing songs. The 50's were a great decade for getting rock off the ground. In the mid to late 50's the emergence of Elvis as the 1st rock god established rock once and for all as the pulse of the teen generation. Rock has changed very much since then but its appeal to teens hasn't. Rock is an expression of freedom. Too mature for little kids and too edgy for mature adults. Teens have long since claimed rock as their own domain. Of course, before the 50's, teens didn't really exist. Not as they do today. Then they were just older children. From the 50's on they were the marketing target of every savvy business and businessman in America. Teens had money and freedom in a way they had never had before. They drove around, necked, went to drive-ins, ate burgers, drag raced and mostly just cruised. Amer Graffiti is a cheerful celebration of teen freedom.
Nostalgia and Fun June 25, 2004
Liz (Springfield, MO USA)
This piece of nostalgia is both entertaining and sentimental. Humor and emotion play an equal roll in this movie, making it heart touching to all audiences.brFor those of us who are too young to have experienced the early 60s this film is the next best thing. We get to see the styles of cars, clothing, and hair as well as hear the music of the era. We get to see many of todays most recognizable faces long before they were famous. It's also fun to chuckle at how very little teenage life has actually changed.brGeorge Lucas is a fabulous director,and the actors all deliver convincing performances. Whether you're laughing with them or feeling the sting of their heart break, we can all relate to what they're going through. brRegardless of your generation, watching this movie is sure to bring back a flood of memories of first loves and old friends.
An American Classic June 14, 2004
This movie is way before my time, but i still can't help but love it. I live in the small town that this film was made in, Modesto California, and was reminded about the film by the annual graffiti festivil this weekend. It is true to Life, and still holds true in the most basic senses with my generation, I graduated High School in 1998 and my friends and I were always cruising, racing and having a good time any chance we got, and the mucle cars are still alive, they may be a little different but still alive. I rate this movie 5 out of 5 because it still relates to teenagers even after all these years, I believe this movie can bring generations together.
 Nice but overpriced April 8, 2004
CPUsports (Eastern Seaboard)
I paid $25.48 for this DVD and that was pretty high. Can anyone explain why some DVD's are SO expensive? I've seen this movie a zillion times never tire of it.pRichard Dreyfuss serves up an amazing performance, and it was great to see Wolfman Jack....and Suzanne Somers.
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