King Kong (DVD, 2006, 3-Disc Deluxe Extended Version)

AWESOME DVD WORTH EVERY PENNY GREAT SOUND GREAT VIDEO A MUST HAVE FOR EVERY KONG FAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!THE ADDED FOOTAGE IS AMAZING IT MAKE THE DVD A TRUE CLAASIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A timeless classic, a cinematic enigma, and a paramount reference film for any budding filmmaker. It's all there. This could very well be my favorite film of all time. Peter Jackson outdid himself. The special features on this 3 disc set are......I don't know how else to say it: super fuckin' cool!

Peter Jackson can do no wrong in my book. This is an awesome movie. Not only does it have beautiful special effects, but the story is equally as good. Not quite as magical as the original black and white film (what is?), but it completely eclipses the remake from the 70's. While most people think this movie was way too long to begin with, I didn't want it to end. The extended cut just added more goodness to an already great film.

Loved the movie , but it froze 3/4 of the way thru ,. . what else am I to say , it was a disappointment and I think it is unfair to suggest I write any more about something I was unhappy with .

Despite being the likely biggest fan of King Kong that exists outside of Peter Jackson's immediate family, I was concerned when Universal Studios Home Entertainment announced that they were releasing an extended cut of the film. After all, the remake was almost twice as long as the original film, and even with an abiding passion for the theatrical cut I could certainly see where Jackson and co. might have trimmed a few minutes here and there. So what, then, could (much less should) be added to improve the movie? The answer, as it turns out, is nothing at all.

Because even though only 13 new minutes of material have been re-introduced into the movie, they are, much like sequences added to the theatrical version, superfluous at best. So while Jackson's pedigree as a filmmaker remains undiminished, the new set best serves the purpose of completing King Kong's expansive slate of bonus materials rather than creating another, substantially different cinematic masterpiece a la the Lord of the Rings extended editions.
That said, rewatching the movie was one of the great pleasures I've enjoyed in recent weeks, not the least of which because the original version is just so damn good: from frame one, Jackson creates a faithful recreation of 1930s New York and then populates it with characters and scenarios not only believable but imminently compelling. Kong, meanwhile, remains the greatest-ever CGI character created to date, not only offering some spectacular action but genuine feeling, particularly as the film advances inexorably towards its tragic conclusion. Additionally, it's a small crime that Naomi Watts was not nominated for Best Actress for her portrayal of Ann Darrow, the object of Kong's affection (and his emotional counterpoint); but while awards glory is fleeting, at least the approbation of sci-fi fan boys is forever.

The new footage, previewed at this year's San Diego Comic Con, is interesting, but ultimately underscores the wealth of footage that might have been better served if it were removed from the theatrical cut; the spider pit sequence, for example, is one of those scenes that would have been brilliant and poignant in the Extended Edition but feels slightly extraneous in the original version. But the added footage is comprised mostly of complete sequences, including the Venture crew's pursuit of Kong on Skull Island; their subsequent dispersal during a trip across a swamp; and an extended showdown between Kong and the Army in New York. Additional details are added intermittently to other sequences for color or texture, but for the most part add only passing fascination with the longer Kong that might have been.

Well, where should I start? Let me start first off by saying that I haven't had much luck in the action/adventure category. The best movies I've seen until now were the Jurassic Park films. I got the Mummy films, but they were TERRIBLE; I couldn't believe a movie could be so bad. But, when I was looking at King Kong, the same "I want that" feeling came over me. I was happy to see that King Kong was a critical hit; I was DESPARATE for a good movie. I ordered the 3-disc Deluxe Extended Edition on eBay, and when it came, I popped it in my DVD player first thing. Unfortunately, the whole family was there, so the movie HAD to be good, or my parents wouldn't let me buy another movie again. Lucky for me, the movie was GREAT. Amazing sets, special effects, screenplay, costumes, you name it! The only con I can think of was that the creature scenes got a little out of hand, and the death scenes got pretty gross. Anyway, this movie is definitely a plus in my book. Lastly, GET THE 3-DISC SET!!! There are tons of special features, and the extended edition has a great amount of deleted scenes. Have fun watching! (If you haven't already, shame on you!)

Despite his origins as a low-budget filmmaker with a taste for the unsavory side of life, Peter Jackson has turned into an "event" filmmaker, someone who can conjure up a movie on a scale unlike anything we've seen before. "KING KONG" is his sprawling, epic remake of Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack's 1933 movie of the same name, and it is as big as the gorilla that runs riot through Jackson's rendering of Depression-era New York. Keeping the simple yet effective plot intact; a film crew travels to the mysterious Skull Island, picks up Kong, and brings him back to New York City. Jackson expands on this basic premise by drawing on the jaw-dropping talents of his special effects team to satisfy his thirst for the grand spectacle. The movie stars Naomi Watts as Ann Darrow, the starry-eyed blonde beauty whom Kong falls for; Jack Black as Carl Denham, a low-rent Orson Welles look-alike who drags the crew to the island to make his movie; and Adrian Brody as Jack Driscoll, a hack playwright who battles Kong both physically and for Darrow's heart. As the men struggle against Kong and the lumbering dinosaurs of Skull Island, Andy Serkis steps in to form the facial features of the mighty gorilla, lending a real emotional sucker-punch to the scenes between Darrow and Kong. But it's the final third of the movie where Jackson really delivers; his 1930s New York is stunning, and when Kong breaks free from his shackles and stampedes on a lovelorn trek through the city, then iconically climbs the Empire State Building with his sweetheart, it's impossible to not be swept away by the sheer beauty and sadness of the moment. While its 3-hour 21-minute length may prove daunting to some, the payoff in Jackson's "KING KONG" is ultimately worth it, proving once again that he is a director of breathtaking vision.

WHAT I LOVE ABOUT IT IS THAT IT WAS KING KONG'S BEST MOVIE YET.IT HAS EXTRA SCENES AND STUFF,THAT WHAT MAKE IT PERFECT.WAS A LONG AND GOOD MOVIE,EVERYBODY HAS TO HAVE THIS IN THIER COLLECTION.

loved the theatrical release, i am sure the directors cut is one step above the rest, i expect no less from peter jackson, he is an awesome filmmaker.

My favorite movie! I love this romantic drama! It is full of action, full of gripping suspense and very heartbreaking to the end. So much tenderness between Beauty and the beast. My two favorite parts in this movie is when Kong takes Ann to the top of his mountain and views the sun setting. "BEAUTIFUL" says Ann as Kong acknowledges with a tender expression. The second favorite part is when Kong is up the Empire State Building and the sun sets again with Kong acknowledging "Beautiful" by beating on his chest softly with his left hand. Warm, funny and very,very touching to the end. The musical score is fantastic and very beautiful. Everytime I see this movie my tears fall from my eyes and my heart breaks for it reminds me of many wonderful things in life. See it! It will touch your heart and your very soul!

What can you say about Peter Jackson except he somehow makes you care for characters we shouldn't be rooting for or have empathy. In his attempt to take a classic and make it his own Mr. Jackson has exceeded all expectations. A movie that grabs a hold of your attention and makes your forget about all of life's problems, even if it is only for four hours.

loved the move and my nephew wanted it he loved it too the new one at walmart was 29 99 and it was cheaper on ebay and i didnt even leave the house i have bought a lot of dvds hard to find dvd and others thanks ebay keep up the good work

kevin