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From:Hugh Jackman , Rachel Weisz , Sean Patrick Thomas , Ellen Burstyn , Mark Margolis , Warner Brothers , Darren Aronofsky , Warner Bros. Pictures ,
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 Give it a chance, 2008-11-16
It's a real shame that this movie has been so negatively received by many people. Honestly, I think you have to give it a chance and open up your mind to see the masterpiece that it is. While watching it the first time, I thought it was absolutely horrendous, but after it finally ended, it was like all the pieces came together and there was something brilliant within. I've watched it a few more times after that and each time I notice these various ideas (sometimes subtle, sometimes blatant) that really evoke deep poignancy and thoughtful reflection.
It's a profound spiritual journey that addresses the basic human condition and the biggest question(s) of life that we all face. And no, I don't think its mission is to discredit Christianity nor to uphold it. The answer it gives is ambiguous (like a good answer to any unanswerable question), and it is presented in a beautiful, mystical way that really deepens ones sense of life and spirituality (at least in my experience).
If you come to this movie with the same attitude as any other movie (like Star Wars, or some typical romantic drama, or any other "typical" movie) you will certainly be disappointed. I think that is why many people don't like it; they have the wrong expectations. If you come to this movie expecting a deep spiritual experience and you wish to have your mind and spirit opened to a greater sense of profundity, intrigue, and mystique - I think you will be pleased.
If you don't get anything out of it, and reading the analyses of others doesn't help, then I suppose this movie was not intended for someone of your mindset.
Give it a chance and I hope you will see "The Fountain" is a spiritual masterpiece.
Mind-Blowing, 2008-11-16
This movie absolutely blew my mind. I wasn't even nearly prepared for it. I never thought of death like this... I pretty much cried for about two hours continuously after watching it. I can understand that many people may not like this movie because they don't understand it. Just be patient, have an open-mind, and think about life as a whole.
 Watch this movie, 2008-11-10
Watch this movie only to see how horrible it is. I'm sorry but I thought movies were for entertainment. The only brain power that I should be using is for studying and for school. I do not think that a movie should give you a headache. Anyone that tries to be so deep is full of it.
 The Fountain - Blu-ray Info, 2008-10-26
Version: U.S.A / Warner / Region A, B, C
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
VC-1 BD-25 / Advanced Profile 3
Running time: 1:36:34
Movie size: 15,35 GB
Disc size: 21,95 GB
Average video bit rate: 18.75 Mbps
Number of chapters: 23
Subtitles: English / English SDH / French / Spanish
No Lossless (HD) audio
Dolby Digital Audio English 640 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps
Dolby Digital Audio French 640 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps
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Version: U.K / Region B
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
MPEG-2 BD-50
Running time: 1:36:55
Movie size: 28,63 GB
Disc size: 44,04 GB
Average video bit rate: 33.31 Mbps
Number of chapters: 20
Subtitles: English SDH / Danish / Dutch / Finnish / French / Norwegian / Swedish
DTS-HD Master Audio English 4036 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 24-bit / 4036kbps (DTS Core: 5.1 / 48kHz / 24-bit / 1536kbps)
#Deleted scene: Life On Ship (4:28 min)
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#Featurettes - Inside The Fountain: Death and Rebirth (63:39 min)
--Australia (7:38)
--The 21st Century (10:19)
--Spain - 16th Century (13:27)
--New Spain (9:57)
--The Endless Field (7:08)
--The Future (15:10)
#The Interview (Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weisz) - (13:09 min)
#Theatrical trailer
#High Definition Bonus features:
--Peter Parks Bonus - Macro Photography Loop (4:46 min)
--Behind The Story
--VFX Step By Step (8:43 min)
--Inside The Director's Mind - Scene To Storyboard Comparison (15:32 min)
1 of 1 customers found the following review helpful:
 Good movie, poor SKU, 2008-10-22
The Fountain is a good movie, and worth re-watching. It is a sort of fantasy/allegory that focuses a lot more on style than character development, but I still found the plot to be coherent and the movie compelling enough to care about what was going on. You need to be in a contemplative, patient mood to watch this movie: it is not exactly action-packed, and the themes and characterization are subtle.
My principle complaint is that this edition is a major disappointment. Underwhelming visuals, essentially devoid of special features, nothing packed in the box except the disc. When I buy a Blu-ray movie I am expecting the definitive edition for the price I am being charged. That means carefully mastered visuals, well-done commentary tracks, deleted scenes. I am really expecting more than what may as well be a recording of the movie off HBO.
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