Cape Fear (1991) (1 Viewer)

[Michael Reuben]

I always heard (I'm almost positive that its true) that Cape Fear was Super 35.

Anamorphic widescreen.* Scorsese even says so in the documentary. Later films like Age of Innocence and Casino were shot in Super35.

And yes, the P&S is that bad.

M.

*The photographic variety, not to be confused with the DVD format.

[Edited last by Michael Reuben on September 22, 2001 at 01:27 AM]

 

[Doug Schiller]

That's right.
Thanks for the correction.
It was his first anamorphic film and he went all out IIRC.
Doug

 

[Tino]

I just got through watchig the supplements, and they were very good, especially the documentary as Michael Reuben mentioned. It was very comprehensive.
It was fascinating to learn that the "thumb" seduction scene between DeNiro and Lewis was accomplished basically in one take. Wow.
Also sad to learn that, listening to Elmer Berstein relate the story, that Hitchcock so disliked Bernard Herrmann's score for Torn Curtain, that it basically ended their long friendship and collaboration, and sent Mr. Herrmann to England for good.
Lots of great little tidbits like these scattered throughout this great SE DVD.
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[Bruce Hedtke]

This disc was definitely worth the wait. When I jumped into DVD, this film was in my top five to own. It's been a long wait, but damn, it all seems like a blink of an eye. The one aspect that really got me was Bersteins dramatic, thundering score, especially the unforgettable four note overture that has become the films signature.
Robert De Niro proves why is he is so acclaimed. He is simply able to play every role he is in to perfection and his portrayel of Max Cady is no exception. A bit cartoonish and over-wrung at the end with his impromptu "trial" aboard the houseboat, but still damn riveting to watch. The suprise, of course, was Juliette Lewis, who played the scared but rebellious teen to absolute perfection. Whether is was her innocent, sweet family girl or the confused, angst-ridden storm of emotions, Dannie was terrifically complex and masterfully spelled out by Lewis. A very worthy nomination.
Cape Fear

Bruce
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[Kevin Leonard]

Add my name to the list of people impressed with this DVD. Nice to see Universal put the extra effort into this disc...that documentary ranks right up there with the "making-ofs" on The Thing and Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
While the deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes featurettes and photo galleries were nice to look at, I was most intrigued by the tribute to Saul Bass, who is a true cinematic artist. I'm glad they chose some of his best opening credit efforts (Spartacus, Vertigo, Psycho and Casino) to showcase. That was really above and beyond the call of duty.
Sigh...if only all Scorsese DVD's were like this. One can dream, can't he?
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[Tino]

Bruce
A small correction. As has been noted, Elmer Bernstein did NOT compose the score for Cape Fear. He adapted and arranged Bernard Herrmann's score from the 1962 original, along with some cues from Hitchcock's Torn Curtain.
And I agree it's a wonderful score.
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[Edited last by Tino on September 23, 2001 at 12:02 AM]

 

[David Von Pein]

TWO GREAT FILMS!!! .....

 

[Lee_eel]

I agree that the movie looks great. however, my region 2 copy showed up a couple of bizarre artefacts. I can only describe them as motion errors where as the characters on screen seem to move too quick. This is not a skipping error so it must be something which wasn't picked up when the disc was compressed. The artefacts are only on a couple of scenes and only last just under a second but they are very noticeable. Anyone experienced these problems. (Lookout for the scene just before Danielle goes through the double doors leading into the drama hall as she says goodbye to her friend.)

 

[Lee_eel]

I guess i am just unlucky!

 

[mikey ra]

I know this is an old post, but I watched the disc last night and came here to check on something I noticed. The quote below was exactly what I saw (esp. at the scene described)

I agree that the movie looks great. however, my region 2 copy showed up a couple of bizarre artefacts. I can only describe them as motion errors where as the characters on screen seem to move too quick. This is not a skipping error so it must be something which wasn't picked up when the disc was compressed. The artefacts are only on a couple of scenes and only last just under a second but they are very noticeable. Anyone experienced these problems. (Lookout for the scene just before Danielle goes through the double doors leading into the drama hall as she says goodbye to her friend.)

Yep I saw that at that exact scene also. Did anyone else see this. It last a quick millisecond.

 

[mikey ra]

Sorry to "Bump" this thread, but I haven't had anyone else confirm this motion issue on a Region 1 DVD. Would someone be so kind and check their copy?

 

[Dave H]

If you can give me the exact time spot I can check tonight.

 

[mikey ra]

I'll get that info to you and thanks!