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Across the Universe [Blu-ray] [2007]
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Set in America during the Vietnam War, Across the Universe is a powerful love story set against a backdrop of political and social unrest. It's a story of soul-searching, self-doubt, and individual powerlessness cleverly conveyed through a multitude of Beatles songs. Like young adults all across America during the 1960's, Jude (Jim Sturgess), Lucy (Evan Rachel Wood), Max (Joe Anderson), Sadie (Dana Fuchs), Prudence (T.V. Carpio), and JoJo (Martin Luther) are in turmoil over the war; questioning their individual roles in the war effort and struggling to find a way to hold true to their beliefs while making a difference in the world. While love proves a powerful uniting force, its limitations become clear as relationships are strained and broken over individual perceptions of responsibility to cause and country. A fairly bizarre juxtaposition of extremely stylized, almost hallucinogenic scenes of swirling colours and reflections, highly choreographed dance segments, seemingly commonplace character interaction, and emotionally packed close-up footage of characters lost in contemplative song, this film imparts a good sense of the confusion and passion of the time and is at once powerful, invigorating, and disturbing. The film runs a bit long at 2 hours 11 minutes and several segments drag noticeably, thanks to some incredibly slow song tempos. Warning: this production may change how you think about a favourite Beatles song forever. --Tami Horiuchi
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Editorial
Product Description
Evan Rachel Wood, Joe Anderson, Jim Sturgess, Salma Hayek, Eddie Izzard
Editorial
Amazon.co.uk
A journey
Review date: 2008-04-19 Rating: 8 out of 10
The first 10 minutes or so I was convinced Across The Universe was mediocre at best. But then it found its footing and became something unique and, ultimately, very watchable. This is an absolute treat for Beetles fans and, I suspect, not so thrilling for those who aren't fond of the band. Still, on an artistic level I'd like to think most viewers could find something to appreciate.
A film like this is best viewed as a journey - don't try anticipating what comes next, just take it on faith that it'll lead you somewhere great... and it does.
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Reviews
Excellent movie
Review date: 2008-04-19 Rating: 10 out of 10
I really enjoyed this film, supposed you need to like the Beatles but i cant really see anyone not enjoying it... 5stars
Across the Universe [Blu-ray] [2007]
Review date: 2008-02-23 Rating: 10 out of 10
This is a great musical film. If you love the music of The Beatles then you will love this film. The dance routines are superb, the imagery is wonderful and the re-working of classic songs is superb. Technically the Blue-ray version shows off 1080HD and HD Sound to make the best of any system. Enjoy this film.
Product Details/Specifications
Actor(s):
Salma Hayek
Joe Anderson
Eddie Izzard
Evan Rachel Wood
Jim Sturgess
Creators:
Evan Rachel Wood (Primary Contributor)
Joe Anderson (Primary Contributor)
Director(s):
Recording label: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
EAN: 5050629264517
Binding: Blu-ray
Number of items: 1
Format: PAL,
Release date: 2008-02-11
Audience rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 129 minutes
Theatrical release date: 2007
Language: English (Original Language)
Language: Czech (Original Language)