Our review:Description:During the presidential election of 1988, a teenager named Donnie Darko sleepwalks out of his house one night, and sees a giant, demonic-looking rabbit named Frank, who tells him the world will end in 28 days, 6 hours, 42 minutes, and 12 seconds. He returns home the next morning to find that a jet engine has crashed through his bedroom. As he tries to figure out why he survived and tries to deal with people in his town, like the school bully, his conservative health teacher, and a self-help guru, Frank continues to turn up in Donnie's mind, causing him to commit acts of vandalism and worse. The new Director?s Cut includes a production diary of the film (with optional commentary by Director of Photography Steven Poster), a story-board to screen featurette, the Director?s cut theatrical trailer, They Made Me Do It Too ? The Cult of Donnie Darko and the #1 Fan: A Darkomentary.
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The Most Original Film of the New Millennium...
Donnie Darko. What a ride, what a character. In fact, I think this kid just had to be my personal hero!
I haved loved this movie for years, and not just loved it. It is like a beautiful, intelligent woman, where you love every part of it, in every way. It is a flawless creation.
The characters are incredible. Donnie is a broodig teenager that any can relate to. He just happens to be visited by the future and traverse space and time. His parents are completely realistic recreations of sad, worried, yet oddly hopeful elders. And his teachers, Noah Wyle, Drew Barrymore, and one crazy lady who loves Patrick Swayze, are all tremendously entertaining figures, in every way.
Many people at the beginning roll their eyes at such a perceivedly dark piece of work, But by the end, they are enlightened, laughing, scared, and astonishingly overjoyed. This movie has a toll on the senses unlike any other. And the hip 80's soundtrack will make any viewer fill with uneasy glee.
There is no need to describe the plot. No one can. It must be deciphered through multiple viewings, and even then, the viewer is left up to their own interpretation. It is an admirable mind-twister, and you will spend many nights awake arguing with yourself over the meaning of the film.
I loved the film. it perfectly blends dark comedy, horror, drama, intution, curiosity, and virtuosity into one complex, compelling mastercraft. And the fact that it is independent with a rookie director only heightens the sense of accomplishment felt here.
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One of the best movies of the new millennium...
After several viewings and much thought, all I can say about this movie, in seven words or less is, "My God, what a totally fantastic flick!" A film, which I only finally saw (but had heard about, many years after it hit theaters and later DVD and cable). I really cannot say how great this film is, but I'll try. Note however, that on Amazon's rating scale from 1 star to 5, if I could, I'd give this SIX stars, but am limited to five. For this is a work which rises above the five star Amazon rating level for me, and few films have ever done that actually. Overall, despite some minor stumbles along the way, and many, confusing non-linear moments which occur throughout, I can seriously say this is certainly one of the most unique, touching, and mind-expanding movie efforts I've seen in a long, long time. It entered my top 20-50 films of all time quickly at the very least, when I first experienced it, and continues to move up, upon repeated screenings and reflections. That's saying a lot because my list of such top films of all times includes dozens of great films, too many to name here.
This is a small and independent but yet, GREAT movie, and is a must-buy for those with the funds and who loved/love this right off the bat as much as I did/do, because more viewings not only add to one's understanding and appreciation of it all, but will over time, as it has for me, simply add to one's thinking about it all deeply afterwards and lead to finding new meanings in various scenes and ideas/insights. Basically. "Donnie Darko," if you see it and you enjoy it upon initially watching it and re-watching it as I did (and still do), is a strange, wonderful enigma of a film, which you will come back to, for further and deeper appreciation. With the rather obtuse at times, and certainly non-progressive temporal structure however, repeated viewings and closer attention, almost seems essential for a full appreciation of this masterpiece. Along with so many various interpretations from viewers, if you collect DVD's, and fell in love with this film early on, as I did originally and much later on, this is really a movie you'll want to come back to and watch again, many times. While my review does not distinguish between released DVD versions, I can only concentrate on the basic product, which in its original film, is really something special.
It's hard to know where to begin to describe this absolutely amazing movie/film, which I found so surprisingly fascinating and unforgettable and great, when I first saw it, and since have, upon repeated viewings. As a general rule, I have never written short Amazon reviews, since my main deal here has been to try to impart upon readers, more in depth thoughts on all things entertainment-wise. I could just say, "this is a little-known, but important, cult-ish example of what Hollywood/Independent cinema can be, and mandatory viewing for any real, thought-stimulating movie fan," or "it is a complete and enlightening surprise from beginning to end," but I will instead just give my totally personal opinion (with a lot more words) that this is a film which everyone should see at least once. Whether afterwards, they get the same mental digestive overdrive reactions I did when I first saw it and which has been validated by seeing it again and again, is unknown to me. Because I loved this movie the very first time I saw it, and watching it again has only reinforced that opinion. I would hope to believe others have experienced this gem as much as I did originally, and have found enjoyment from repeated viewings.
While this film is, indeed, very non-linear. which is usually a quality which more often than not, has turned me off to so many other such movies besides notable exceptions like "Pulp Fiction," "Go," and "11:14." "Donnie Darko" is very deliberate in its intent and purpose, and its oftentimes ambiguous nature, is just one of its many charms. If you first see it, and like/love it, you'll eventually refer others to it, if for no other reason, than for that of trying to search for other's explanations as to what it's all about, from others besides yourself. However, if one first experiences this little jewel of a film and doesn't quite understand/appreciate it, I would advise one to simply devote the time if possible to watch it again, and again. In time, I would trust that it will all eventually become clear, what this enigma of an independent, but Hollywood release, really means. While some unnecessarily may want to over-interpret this, or dismiss it entirely from a possible feeling of just being too lazy to simply THINK, to me, "Donnie Darko" is simply amazing. Whether watched initially, repeatedly, and/or thought about later.
I came to eventually see this film long after its original release and subsequent impact, as I have so many other great movies, but in the new century, That does not diminish its importance and meaning to me as a truly great cinematic effort in the long run, and this new century film holds up very well, with anything from the last few decades. It is a one of a kind, at the very least, and I only wish more modern-day films came to equal this cinematic excellence.
I could go on to list the many stars and their fine performances, including Jake Gyllenhaal (our teen-aged hero which this middle-aged man can still truly identify with), his sister in real life and in this movie, "Maggie Gyllenhaal," Mary McDonnell, Patrick Swayze, Drew Barrymore, and Jena Malone among others, but let it be said, this is a great cast. And their characters all perform key roles in the overall whole.
"Donnie Darko" is one of the best films I've seen this century. It is strange, open for debate as to meaning, but entertaining and compelling throughout. The film style is original and effective, the soundtrack and appropriate "songs" right-on, and the whole film, while dealing with some rather disturbing and/or depressing subjects, is a winner from frame one to the last frame. If you have never seen this, by all means, do. If you have, a lot of what I've hinted about without spoilers, should touch base.
An unforgettable experience, I watched this in amazement the first time, and have since, upon every repeated viewing. One of a kind, tight, and almost perfectly presented from beginning to end, along with a near perfect cast, directorial style, and musical background, "Donnie Darko" is truly a must-see experience. What it all really "means" in the end, is up to the viewer, which makes it forever more a total and timeless winner.
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Donnie Darko
Almost as good as if i bought it brand new with the exception of knowing i bought it online, good condition and recieved in exceptional time. five stars :)
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"Why are you wearing that stupid man suit?"
This review is for the regular version, NOT the Director's Cut.
I love this movie, even though I don't get it worth a squirrel's nuts. I read this whole recap of the plot, bit by bit, at Salon.com, and I was TOTALLY wrong about what I thought was happening in the film (I'll spare you the details; this is a movie you cannot spoil for people) and yet I STILL LOVE IT.
Jake Gyllenhaal is just awesome. He plays Donnie SUPERBLY. Every single person in this movie is PERFECTLY casted, from Donnie's parents, sister, and therapist, to that awful awful woman who insists that Graham Greene was on Bonanza. And Noah Wyle, Drew Barrymore, and Patrick Swayze are ingenious background players. Jena Malone is great, Frank-the-Bunny is great, Roberta Sparrow, even that chunky Asian chick who says "Chut up." EXCELLENT EXCELLENT casting is my point.
Also, this is one of those movies that you don't have to really "get" 100%. I certainly didn't. And I watch regularly. It proverbially lives in my DVD player so I can just push play whenever the heck I feel like it. (Okay so sometimes I switch it with Fight Club but that's besides the point). Here's the deal:
- the movie is based primarily in the notion of time travel. It's science-fiction disguised as not-science-fiction, which makes sense because it's both and neither.
- it's one of those "makes a big statement about humanity" movies. I like that. Some people don't.
- don't expect the ending to wrap everything up. In fact, it'll probably just confuse you further.
- you NEED to watch the ENTIRE movie before you cast judgement, at least in my opinion.
- if you don't like to think, ponder, be confused, question, rewind, ask people what the heck is going on, and genuinely say "huh" then this movie's not for you. Call me dumb but I've seen this film at least fifty times since I own the DVD and I still can't crack the code of the website.
The whole movie is excellent from the storyline to the casting, but it's a mystery wrapped in an enigma shrouded in shadow. If you don't like that, watch something else.
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Great Movie, VERY Confusing.
I have had many smart friends debate on what actually happened in this movie. If you want a psychological type movie this is the best one I've ever seen.