1996 103 The Criterion Collection, a continuing series of important classic and contemporary films presents The Criterion Collection is dedicated to gathering the greatest films from around the world and publishing them in editions of the highest technical quality, with supplemental features that enhance the appreciation of the art of film. Visit us at criterion.com 1996 99 MINUTES COLOUR SURROUND 2.35:1 ASPECT RATIO Under exclusive license from New Line Cinema TM, ® & Copyright © 2012 by New Line Cinema. All Rights Reserved. © 2009 The Criterion Collection. All Rights Reserved. Cat. no. CC627D. ISBN 1-91619-94-1. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The unauthorized reproduction of distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal. Criminal copyright infringement, including infringement without monetary gain, is investigated by the FBI and is punishable by up to 5 years in federal prison and a fine of $250,000. This DVD is copy protected. Warning: unauthorized public performance, broadcasting, or copying is a violation of applicable laws. Printed in the USA. First printing 2012 DVD EDITION Design and Layout - Pineapples101 - [email protected] D I R E C T O R S C U T Directed by John Frankenheimer On a remote ISLAND in the South Pacific, the balance OF nature has been upset by the experiments of DR. MOREAU... with the key of science he's unlocked the gates of hell. D I R E C T O R S C U T On a remote island in the South Pacific, Dr. Moreau has used the key of science to unlock the gates of hell... Val Kilmer (Heat, Batman Forever, The Ghost and the Darkness), David Thewlis (Dragonheart), Fairuza Balk (The Craft) and Academy Award ® winner Marlon Brando (Best Actor, The Godfather 1972) star in this fantastic sci-fi thriller based on the best-selling novel by H.G. Wells. Stan Winston’s Creature Workshop (Jurassic Park) creates the frighteningly real special effects. Dr. Moreau is a brilliant geneticist on the brink of superseding evolution. When a U.N. diplomat visits Moreau’s island laboratory, he uncovers fantastic but brutal experiments turning animal life forms into human-like beasts. As Moreau and his assistant race towards their barbaric goal of creating the perfect life form - the beasts revolt - threatening not only the island but ultimately all mankind! NEWLY RESTORED HIGH-DEFINITION DIGITAL TRANSFER, supervised and approved by Producer Edward R. Pressman • New audio commentary by Richard Stanley - recorded at a live screening during the Celludroid Film Festival 2011 • New in- depth documentary ‘Jungle Fever’ The Making and unmaking of The Island of Dr. Moreau • Original theatrical and teaser trailers • Behind the scenes featurette PLUS: Richard Stanley’s original script, complete with extensive notes • Original art and design galleries • Production photography galleries • Richard Stanley’s articles and interviews concerning the film