Movie Description HOMICIDE: LIFE ON THE STREET is one of the most popular, innovative, and critically acclaimed police shows in television history. Based on the award-winning book by David Simon and adapted for television by Barry Levinson (RAIN MAN, DINER) and Tom Fontana (St. Elsewhere, Oz), the series stars Richard Belzer, Yaphet Kotto, Andre Braugher, and Ned Beatty as a team of homicide detectives solving cases on the gritty streets of Baltimore. The series is revered by fans and critics alike for eschewing typical crime drama violence in favor of gripping storylines, strong writing, compelling characters, and a superb ensemble cast. This 4-volume set collects all 13 episodes from the first two seasons.
| Credits | | Cast: | Andre Braugher, Ned Beatty, Richard Belzer, Yaphet Kotto |
| Details | | Edition: | 4-Disc Set |
Notes DVD Features:
Region 1 Boxed Set Full Frame - 1.33 Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo - English Additional Release Material: Audio Commentary - 1. Barry Levinson & Tom Fontana (on Episode "Gone For Good) Production Interview - 1. Barry Levinson - Director 2. Tom Fontana - Producer Interactive Features: Interactive Menus Scene Selection Text/Photo Galleries: Biographies - 1. Cast & Crew Filmographies - 1. Cast & Crew
Editorial Reviews 3 stars out of 5 -- "A thematic precursor to the essential THE WIRE....Driven by writing..." Uncut - John Robinson (09/01/2007)
4 stars out of 5 -- "[A]n innovate 1990s show....A pioneer in jittery camerawork and jumpy editing..." Ultimate DVD - Jason Caro (08/01/2007)
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