AMERICAN GANGSTER
As Never Before Seen!
The Original Theatrical Film AND
The Unrated Extended Edition
AVAILABLE ON DVD & HD DVD February 19, 2008
FROM UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT
OVERVIEW: Inspired by a true story, American Gangster, the grippingly intense crime-thriller acclaimed by critics and audiences as one of the best films of 2007, will be available in two versions on the exclusive American Gangster 2-Disc Unrated Extended Edition DVD that includes both an unrated, extended movie with over 18 additional minutes and an alternate ending PLUS the original theatrical film. Academy Award® winners Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe portray one Harlem’s most notorious crime bosses and the outcast cop who pursues him, respectively, ultimately leading to a climactic confrontation that alters the destiny of an entire generation in New York City. Directed by Ridley Scott and produced by Brian Grazer and Scott, American Gangster boasts an all-star cast including Josh Brolin, Ruby Dee, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Chiwetel Ejiofor, Armand Assante, Carla Gugino, and popular rap artists Common, RZA and Tip “T.I.” Harris.
In addition, the American Gangster 3-Disc Collector’s Edition, available for a limited time only, includes over five hours of bonus features, a 32-page collectible book and a downloadable digital copy of the unrated, extended film. Also available on February 19 is Gangsters: The Ultimate Film Collection, a nine-disc set containing four of Hollywood’s most iconic gangster films including American Gangster, Scarface, Casino and Carlito’s Way.
CONTENT BREAKDOWN / BONUS FEATURES:
2-Disc Unrated Extended Edition
Disc 1
Unrated Extended Version – 18 additional minutes of never-before-seen footage and an alternate ending
Original Theatrical Version Including Commentary with Director Ridley Scott and Writer Steven Zaillian
Disc 2
Deleted Scenes- Including an alternate opening
Fallen Empire: Making American Gangster
Tru Blu: The Real Story: An in-depth look at the true story that inspired the movie and the long road to developing the film. Featuring interviews with the former real-life Harlem crime boss Frank Lucas and now retired detective Richie Roberts
Killer Threads: A look at how the world of the 1970’s was brought back to life
Crime War: Follow production from the streets of NY to the jungles of Thailand
Rhythm of the Streets: Look into the film’s music, featuring tracks such as “Do You Feel Me” performed by Anthony Hamilton
Into the Arena: Ali vs. Frazier: Setting up the infamous Ali-Frazier fight
Case Files
Setting Up the Takedown- Be on the set as Ridley Scott directs the climactic drug bust and watch this master director at work
Script Meeting: A look into the production office where director Ridley Scott, writer Steven Zaillian, and detective Richie Roberts discuss the script and break down of the scenes.
Drug Test: Ridley Scott receives information on the preparation of heroin from a New York detective
3-Disc Collector’s Edition
Includes Above Bonus Features PLUS
Hip Hop Infusion- Featuring popular rap artists Common and Tip “T.I.” Harris discussing their roles
Music Videos
Do You Feel Me (Remix) Performed by Anthony Hamilton featuring Ghostface Killah
Blue Magic From Jay-Z’s album “American Gangster”
BET Special- The Making of American Gangster
Dateline NBC: American Gangster First Look
Digital Copy of the Unrated Extended Movie For Your PC
SYNOPSIS: Academy Award® winners Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe team with director Ridley Scott (Gladiator) in this powerful epic story. Armed with ruthless, streetwise tactics and a paradoxically strict sense of honor, crime boss Frank Lucas (Washington) rules Harlem’s chaotic drug underworld. When outcast cop Richie Roberts (Crowe) sets out to bring down Lucas’s multimillion-dollar empire, both men are plunged into a legendary confrontation.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION: 2-Disc Unrated Extended Edition
Street Date: February 19, 2008
Copyright: 2007 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved
Price: $29.98 SRP
Running Time: 2 Hour 38 Minutes
Layers: Dual Layers
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen 1.85:1, 1.311:1 Full Frame
Rating: R for violence, pervasive drug content and language, nudity and sexuality
Languages/Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1
3-Disc Unrated Extended Edition
Street Date: February 19, 2008
Price: $34.98 SRP
Gangsters: The Ultimate Film Collection
Street Date: February 19, 2008
Price: $69.98 SRP
CAST AND FILMMAKERS
Cast: Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Josh Brolin, Ted Levine, Armand Assante, John Ortiz, John Hawkes, RZA, Lymari Nadal, Yul Vasquez, Ruby Dee, Idris Elba, Carla Gugino, Joe Morton, Common, Tip “T.I.” Harris.
Directed By: Ridley Scott
Produced By: Brian Grazer
Written By: Steven Zaillian
Executive Producers: Nicholas Pilleggi, Steven Zaillian, Branko Lustig, Jim Whitaker, Michael Costigan
Director of Photography: Harris Savides
Editor: Petro Scalia
Production Designer: Arthur Max
Costume Designer: Janty Yates
Co-Producer: Jonathan Filley
Music By: Marc Streitenfeld
