This is Spinal Tap [Special Edition]

This is Spinal Tap [Special Edition]

Director: Rob Reiner Cast: Michael McKean
Michael McKean
, Christopher Guest
Christopher Guest
, Rob Reiner
Rob Reiner
, Harry Shearer
Harry Shearer
Rob Reiner
This is Spinal Tap [Special Edition]

This is Spinal Tap [Special Edition]

Director: Rob Reiner Cast: Michael McKean
Michael McKean
, Christopher Guest
Christopher Guest
, Rob Reiner
Rob Reiner
, Harry Shearer
Harry Shearer
Rob Reiner

DVD (Wide Screen)

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Overview

"Since its release in 1984, Rob Reiner's ""mockumentary"" about a failed rock group's comeback tour has become one of the most oft-referenced and oft-imitated comedies in history. Its release on DVD from MGM is a great reminder of why. Loaded with extras, including a hilarious commentary from stars Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, and Harry Shearer as their screen incarnations, this is easily one of the best DVDs available. The picture is crystal clear, presented in a beautiful 1.85:1 widescreen transfer. The only drawback is the subtitles. Originally missing from the DVD, MGM hastily added them in, and they have a rushed, public access look that is rather distracting. Thankfully, they only show up occasionally. The sound is in Dolby 5.1, allowing the group's crunching guitar anthems ample space to roam. Extras abound here, and all are worth a look. As previously mentioned, the commentary track by Spinal Tap is a riot, peppered with in-jokes and odd asides, perfectly dovetailing with the film itself. There is also over an hour's worth of deleted scenes. While it's easy to see why most of them were excised, they still provide a laugh here and there and are great fun for the true Spinal Tap enthusiast. Director Rob Reiner shows up as Marty DeBergi, his character from the film, in a documentary about what he has been doing since the film. Also featured are a boatload of commercials and trailers, as well as Spinal Tap's appearance on the Joe Franklin Show, the long-running TV talk show. While missing some of the bonuses of the Criterion edition, this is still a fitting package for a comedy classic."

Product Details

Release Date: 09/12/2000
UPC: 0027616852809
Original Release: 1984
Rating: R
Source: STUDIO DISTRIBUTION SERVS LLC
Region Code: 1
Presentation: [Wide Screen]
Sound: [Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround]
Language: English
Time: 1:23:00
Sales rank: 769

Special Features

New digital transfer; 5.1 Surround Sound; Audio commentary by Spinal Tap; New interview with Rob Reiner; Over one hour of never-before-seen footage; Flower people press conference; Original theatrical trailers; Six TV commercials; Heavy metal memories; Four music videos; Spinal Tap appearance on "The Joe Franklin Show

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Michael McKean David St. Hubbins
Christopher Guest Nigel Tufnel
Rob Reiner Marty DiBergi
Harry Shearer Derek Smalls
Tony Hendra Ian Faith
R.J. Parnell Mick Shrimpton
David Kaff Viv Savage
June Chadwick Jeanine
Bruno Kirby Tommy Pischedda
Ed Begley Jr. John `Stumpy' Pepys
Fran Drescher Bobbi Flekman
Patrick Macnee Sir Denis Eaton-Hogg
Billy Crystal Morty the Mime
Howard Hesseman Terry Ladd
Paul Shaffer Artie Fufkin
Fred Willard Lt. Hookstratten
Kimberly Stringer Heavy Metal Fan
Chazz Dominguez Heavy Metal Fan
Shari Hall Heavy Metal Fan
Jean Cromie Ethereal Fan
Patrick Maher New York MC
Danny Kortchmar Ronnie Pudding
Memo Vera Bartender
Dana Carvey Mime Waitress
Sandy Helberg Angelo DiMentibello
Robin Mencken Antelo's Associate
Zane Buzby Rolling Stone Reporter
Jennifer Child Limo Groupie
J.J. Barry Rack Jobber
George McDaniel Southern Rock Promoter
Paul Benedict Tucker `Smitty' Brown
Anne Churchill Reba
Cherie Darr Fame Groupy
Lara Cody Fame Groupy
Andrew J. Lederer Student Promoter
Russ Kunkel Eric `Stumpy Joe' Childs
Diana Duncan Jamboree Bop Dancer
Gina Marie Pitrello Jamboree Bop Dancer
Vicki Blue Cindy
Joyce Hyser Belinda
Gloria Gifford Airport Security Official
Archie Hahn Room Service Guy
Charles Levin Disc & Dat Manager
Wonderful Smith Janitor
Anjelica Huston Polly Deutsch
Chris Romano Little Druid
Daniel Rodgers Little Druid
Fred Asparagus Joe `Mama' Besser
Rodney Kemerer Actor
Robert Bauer Moke
Paul Shortino Actor
Paul Korda Actor
Julie Payne Mime Waitress
Archie Hahn III Room Service Guy
Brinke Stevens Girlfriend (uncredited)
Andrew Divoff Actor

Technical Credits
Rob Reiner Director,Screenwriter
Christopher Guest Screenwriter
Michael McKean Screenwriter
Harry Shearer Screenwriter
Lindsay Doran Executive Producer
Karen Murphy Producer
Robert Eber Sound/Sound Designer
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