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The Ring (Widescreen) (DVD)

Naomi Watts (actor), Martin Henderson (actor) and Gore Verbinski (director)
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Review

Sight and Sound, 04/01/2003, p.49-50, "...THE RING sticks very close to the original script....The film-makers add some impressive sequences..."

Entertainment Weekly, 10/25/2002, p.54, "...Very elegantly crafted....Watts has a live-wire charisma reminiscent of the young Debra Winger..."

Variety, 10/07/2002, p.21-9, "...A stylish Hollywood remake....[The] craft elements are fine, with special kudos to the Method Studios for creating the compellingly mysterious Ring video as well as visual effects..."

USA Today, 10/18/2002, p.3E, "...It creates a gloomy and disturbing mood..."

Los Angeles Times, 10/18/2002, p.C5, "...One of the keys to making THE RING work as well as it does is the strong performance of Watts....Her presence succeeds in making us believe..."

Total Film, 03/01/2003, p.96, "...Smart, savvy and distinct....There's a troubling atmosphere that clogs up your throat..."

Title Note

Theatrical release: October 18, 2002

Release Note

D-VHS Features:

Note: D-VHS VCR hardware required.
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound - English

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
Dolby Digital 5.1 - French
DTS Surround 5.1 - English
Additional Release Material:
Bonus Short - 1. "Watch if You Dare"
Trailers
Interactive Features:
Scene Access
Interactive Menus

Product Notes

In Gore Verbinski's remake of Hideo Nakata's chilling horror film, a group of teenagers all die suddenly and inexplicably exactly one week after watching a mysterious videotape at a remote cabin in the Pacific Northwest. Journalist Rachel Keller (Naomi Watts), a relative of one of the victims, begins an investigation that leads to a mountain resort where she discovers the tape, which contains footage of random and surreal images. After viewing the tape, Rachel receives a phone call stating that she, too, has seven days left to live. As the clock ticks away, Rachel enlists the help of her former boyfriend, Noah (Martin Henderson), who is the father of her startlingly serious young son, Aidan (David Dorfman). Assisted by the intuitive illustrations of Aidan and the initially reluctant research of Noah, Rachel attempts to discover the significance of the cryptic tape before her time is up.

The original RING, based on a novel by Kôji Suzuki, was a cult phenomenon in Japan, spawning a sequel, a prequel, and other spin-offs. Although Verbinski's adaptation shares much in common with its Japanese counterpart, the director distinctly alters numerous plot elements and, in grandiose Hollywood style, employs a much larger budget. The beautiful cinematography is one of the more telling enhancements, along with added screen time for other characters, including the morose Richard Morgan (Brian Cox). However, the key to this RING is Watts, who shines through the creepy atmosphere in a role that follows her success in MULHOLLAND DRIVE. This would appear to be no coincidence, since the film comes across like a David Lynch version of an X-FILES episode that presents shockingly scary moments and makes the most out of the unknown. A clear cut above most contemporary horror films, THE RING offers genuine chills and will make viewers think twice before watching any unmarked videotapes.

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5 out of 5 stars Scared out of my pants, May 28, 2008
By Thom
Everyone listen up! If you are a fan of scary movies, this is one you need to watch alone and in the dark. It literally scared me to the point that I had to switch on the lights and call a friend. Try to catch the original Japanese version, also incredible! Must have!

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