The Ring (DVD, 2005)

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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 Koji 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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ProducerLaurie Macdonald, Walter F. Parkes
EAN5050583015095
eBay Product ID (ePID)44621551

Product Key Features

ActorLindsay Frost, Daveigh Chase, Brian Cox, Naomi Watts, Martin Henderson
Film/TV TitleThe Ring
DirectorGore Verbinski
LanguageEnglish
Subtitle LanguageEnglish
Run Time110 Mins
Aspect Ratio1.85 Anamorphic Wide Screen
FormatDVD
Release Year2005
FeaturesWidescreen, Rings a Short Film\Making of the Ring\Dont Watch this, With Subtitles
FranchiseRing
GenreHorror/Occult, General

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Number of Discs2
Certificate15
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States of America
ComposerHans Zimmer
ReviewsLos Angeles Times - ...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..., USA Today - ...It creates a gloomy and disturbing mood..., Total Film - ...Smart, savvy and distinct....There's a troubling atmosphere that clogs up your throat..., Sight and Sound - ...THE RING sticks very close to the original script....The film-makers add some impressive sequences..., Entertainment Weekly - ...Very elegantly crafted....Watts has a live-wire charisma reminiscent of the young Debra Winger..., Variety - ...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...
ScreenwriterEhren Kruger
AuthorKoji Suzuki
Sound sourceDolby Digital 5.1
Movie/TV TitleThe Ring

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