INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED MAJOR MOTION PICTURE
FROM VISIONARY DIRECTOR LUC BESSON
FINALLY ARRIVES IN AMERICA!
THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ADÈLE BLANC-SEC
Starring Louise Bourgoin
JOURNEY IN THIS SPECTACULAR EPIC ACTION ADVENTURE ON DVD and TWO-DISC BLU-RAY™ COMBO PACK (BLU-RAY + DVD + DIGITAL COPY)
IN STORES EVERYWHERE ON AUGUST 13, 2013
FROM SHOUT! FACTORY
PRE-ORDER THIS COLLECTION TODAY!
"This
summer, let your imagination run free. Journey into an awe-inspiring
world of action fantasy and visual wonder with popular French comics
heroine Adèle Blanc-Sec as she leaps from the pages to the screen! On August 13, 2013,
Shout! Factory, in collaboration with EuropaCorp, invite families and
the young-at-heart across America to be captivated by one of the most
highly anticipated international motion pictures of all time when Luc
Besson’s THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ADÈLE BLANC-SEC unleashes on DVD and on two-disc BLU-RAY COMBO PACK. The Blu-ray combo pack allows viewers to enjoy THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ADÈLE BLANC-SEC on the platform of their choice and includes spectacular movie presentation on Blu-ray, DVD and a digital copy of the movie compatible with PC, MAC, iTunes, iPhone and AppleTV.
Brimming
with heart-pounding action, breathtaking cinematography and visceral
special effects, this acclaimed feature illustrates the magical power of
moviemaking, and delivers wildly entertaining cinematic adventure
filled with humor, incredible action, mystery and lush Parisian period
details that the whole family will enjoy! Both Blu-ray combo pack and
DVD editions offer English and French audio tracks, English subtitles.
Insightful bonus features take viewers behind- the-scenes as director
Luc Besson and the cast share their passion in bringing this timeless
tale to the screen. Available in stores nationwide, THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ADÈLE BLANC-SEC Blu-ray combo pack is priced to own with a suggested retail price of $24.97, and $14.97 for the DVD. THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ADÈLE BLANC-SEC The Director’s Cut Edition Two-Disc Blu-ray+DVD Combo Pack will arrive in stores this Fall 2013.
Pre-order
is available today on Amazon and ShoutFactory.com before the DVD and
the two-disc Blu-ray Combo Pack arrive in stores nationwide on August 13, 2013
The Extraordinary Adventures of Adele Blanc-Sec Two-Disc Blu-ray™ Combo Pack (BLU-RAY + DVD + DIGITAL COPY)
The Extraordinary Adventures of Adele Blanc-Sec DVD
Directed and produced by world renowned filmmaker Luc Besson (The Fifth Element)
and adapted from Eisner Award winner Jacques Tardi’s celebrated French
classic comic book series, this movie features a stellar cast of Louise
Bourgoin (Anne Fontaine’s The Girl From Monaco), Mathieu Amalric (Quantum of Solace, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly), Gilles Lellouche (Love Me If You Dare), Jean-Paul Rouve (La Vie En Rose), Jacky Nercessian (Le Grand Voyage), and Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre (The Diving Bell and the Butterfly).
SYNOPSIS:
The
year is 1912. This is the story of an intrepid young reporter Adèle
Blanc-Sec and her quest for the power of life over death. Her journey
would take her to distant lands to face many dangers beneath the sands.
She will go to any lengths to achieve her aims, including sailing to
Egypt to tackle mummies of all shapes and sizes. Meanwhile in Paris, a
136 million-year old pterodactyl egg on display in the natural history
museum has mysteriously hatched, and the creature subjects the city to a
reign of terror from the skies. But nothing fazes Adele Blanc-Sec, whose adventures include many more extraordinary surprises…"
BONUS FEATURES
- Making-of featurette
- Music featurette
- Deleted Scenes
EXCLUSIVE TO TWO-DISC BLU-RAY COMBO PACK
Movie presentation on Blu-ray, DVD and a Digital Copy of the film
Technical Information – BLU-RAY Combo Pack
Street Date: August 13, 2013
Running Time: 107 minutes
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen, 1080p 2.35
Language: English, French
Subtitles: English
Sound: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 2.0
ON DVD
Technical Information – DVD
Street Date: August 13, 2013
Running Time: 107 minutes
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen 2.35
Language: English; French
Subtitles: English
Sound: 5.1 Dolby Digital 5.1 and 2.0 Dolby Digital
*** Special Note – Shout! Factory, in collaboration with EuropaCorp, will announce additional details on THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ADÈLE BLANC-SEC The Director’s Cut Edition Two-Disc Blu-ray+DVD Combo Pack in the forthcoming months.
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My Thoughts:
I was not aware of this upcoming DVD and Blu-ray release until I saw the movie trailer. As the trailer began to play, and I was briefly whisked away into a fantasy land filled with action and adventure, I looked at the corner of my computer screen to check the date. Oh, how I wished it was August. 13th, when this would be released in stores and online, as it looked such a great movie. But, thankfully I didn't have to wait that long, as I was sent an advance screener copy of this movie last weekend to watch with my family.
What initially drew me to the film was how it reminded me of Indiana Jones in that Adèle Blanc-Sec, the leading lady's character is a reporter and adventurer. I never thought I would see a female version of Indiana Jones (besides Angelina Jolie's Tomb Raider character), that I could sit through and enjoy. The story line is such -- While Adèle Blanc-Sec is in Egypt to find a mummy, back home in Paris, an egg has hatched and a dinosaur runs though the streets of Paris. She then goes on an adventurer to help save her mentor. Don't worry, I will not spoil the plot and ending for you.
This family friendly film really is outrageous, and the story line makes even young children get into the film,as you don't have to sit there trying to figure out the storyline. The characters are so exaggerated that you can't help but sit back and just take in the movie, while not trying to figure out characters. The scenes are bright and colorful, and really keep you engaged. Like most movies, I found myself tearing up during a few scenes, while laughing at other moments.
If you like quirky, far fetched movies that don't require much thought to follow along, or even European films (as this contains French music), then you will love this fantasy/adventure film. Overall, this is a great film, that will provide an evening of fun and laughter for all. I can't wait to watch this movie again, as well as other movies by Luc Besson.
ABOUT EUROPACORP
EuropaCorp
ranks amongst the top European film studios. Founded in 1999,
EuropaCorp's different activities include production, theater
distribution, home entertainment, VOD, sales of TV rights for France as
well as sales of international rights, partnerships and licenses,
original soundtrack production and publishing. The Group has also been
producing TV drama since 2010. EuropaCorp's integrated financial model
generates revenues from a wide range of sources. With films from a wide
range of genres and a strong presence in the international market, the
Group has produced some of the latest French worldwide record-breaking
successes. EuropaCorp’s catalogue includes 500 films and the company
employs 120 permanent staff members.
More information on www.europacorp-corporate.
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Disclosure: I was sent a copy of this movie from the vendor in order to write up an honest review. The views shared are mine and mine alone.
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