The Day the Earth Stood Still

The Day the Earth Stood Still

Director: Robert Wise Cast: Michael Rennie
Michael Rennie
, Patricia Neal
Patricia Neal
, Hugh Marlowe
Hugh Marlowe
, Sam Jaffe
Sam Jaffe
Robert Wise
The Day the Earth Stood Still

The Day the Earth Stood Still

Director: Robert Wise Cast: Michael Rennie
Michael Rennie
, Patricia Neal
Patricia Neal
, Hugh Marlowe
Hugh Marlowe
, Sam Jaffe
Sam Jaffe
Robert Wise

DVD (Black & White / Stereo / Mono / Thx)

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Overview

"Though dated in many ways, The Day the Earth Stood Still is still a classic of the science fiction genre, and Fox obviously recognizes that with a wonderful DVD release. The image restoration shines through as this full-frame transfer looks better than ever. Detail is exact, as well are shadows. The black-and-white photography has superb depth and contrast throughout. Only some minor imperfections are evident, but there's never a significant distraction. Unfortunately, the audio is the weakest element of this disc. Both the mono and stereo English Dolby Digital tracks are recorded far too low, though the stereo track does have a slightly wider field. Considering how revered this film is, it's little surprise that it's been given the special-edition treatment, though many of the supplements are taken from the 1995 laserdisc release. The disc is divided over two sides, the first with the film and a fine interview/scene-specific commentary, hosted by director Nicholas Meyer, with Robert Wise, the director of this film. Also on this side, along with the theatrical trailer, is a 1951 newsreel with a short segment on this film. The second side of the disc contains some great material. First up is a 80-minute documentary that covers nearly every part of the production. It includes interviews with Wise, producer Julian Blaustein, actress Patricia Neal, and many others. Another real plus is a comparison between the many restorations this film has had, from 1993, 1995, and 2002; it goes to show you what care went into releasing this definitive DVD edition. Finally, along with a couple of other Fox genre titles, One Million Years B.C. and Journey to the Center of the Earth, is an extensive gallery section. Unlike most galleries though, this one is a real treasure, since it includes the complete script of the film, blueprints, posters, production photos, and much more. This is a fine disc that complements a great film."

Product Details

Release Date: 03/04/2003
UPC: 0024543050056
Original Release: 1951
Rating: G
Source: 20Th Century Fox
Region Code: 1
Presentation: [B&W]
Sound: [monaural, THX-Supervised Mastering, stereo]
Language: English
Time: 1:32:00
Sales rank: 243

Special Features

Audio commentary by Robert Wise & Nicolas Meyer; 70-minute "Making the Earth Stand Still" documentary; Movietone newsreel (1951); Restoration comparison; 5 still galleries; Shooting script; Theatrical trailer; Full-frame format (aspect ratio 1.33:1); Audio: English stereo, English mono, French mono, Spanish mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Michael Rennie Klaatu
Patricia Neal Helen Benson
Hugh Marlowe Tom Stevens
Sam Jaffe Prof. Barnhardt
Billy Gray Bobby Benson
Frances Bavier Mrs. Barley
Lock Martin Gort
Drew Pearson Himself
Frank Conroy Harley
Carleton Young Colonel
Fay Roope Major General
Edith Evanson Mrs. Crockett
Robert Osterloh Maj. White
Tyler McVey Brady
James Seay Government Man
John Brown Mr. Barley
Marjorie Crossland Hilda
Glenn Hardy Interviewer
House Peters Jr. MP Captain
Rush Williams MP Sergeant
Olan Soule Mr. Krull
Gil Herman Government Agent
James Craven Businessman
Harry Lauter Platoon Leader
Charles Evans Major General
Harlan Warde Mr. Carlson
Wheaton Chambers Jeweler
Elizabeth Flournoy Customer
Dorothy Neumann Barnhardt's Secretary
George Lynn Col. Ryder
Freeman Lusk Gen. Cutler
John Burton British Radio MC
George Reeves Newscaster
Harry Harvey Sr. Taxi Driver
Gabriel Heater Commentator
Elmer Davis Commentator
H.V. Kaltenborn Commentator
Bobby Gray Actor
Harry Harvey Taxi Driver
Marshall Bradford Newscaster
Stuart Whitman Actor
Bernard Herrmann Composer

Technical Credits
Robert Wise Director
Edmund H. North Screenwriter
Julian Blaustein Producer
Fred Sersen Special Effects
Darryl Zanuck Executive Producer
Harry M. Leonard Sound/Sound Designer
Arthur L. Kirbach Sound/Sound Designer
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