Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Binding: DVD
Brand: Sony
EAN: 0043396173873
Format: AC-3
Item Dimensions: Array
Label: Sony Pictures
Languages: Array
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures
MPN: COLD17387D
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Sony Pictures
Region Code: 99
Release Date: 2007-10-09
Running Time: 124
Studio: Sony Pictures
Theatrical Release Date: 2007-03-23

Adam Sandler, Don Cheadle, Jada Pinkett Smith and Liv Tyler star in this heart-rending story about Charlie Fineman (Sandler), who has slipped away from reality after the sudden loss of his wife and children. But Charlie’s life takes a turn for the better when he runs into his old college roommate Alan Johnson (Cheadle), whose life is torn between the demands of career and family. Their renewed friendship rekindles their long-forgotten bond, and both men emerge enriched and enlightened.
One of the first films to examine the aftermath of post- 9/11 New York City, Reign Over Me shows how much even indirect contact with those who lost loved ones in the tragedy can greatly affect. Like rings of debris spiraling out from an explosion, Charlie Fineman's (Adam Sandler) loss also devastates his in-laws, who he refuses to speak to, and ex-college roommate, Alan Johnson. Reign Over Me stars Johnson, a successful dentist with a gorgeous wife, Janeane (Jada Pinkett Smith) and two kids, who finds Charlie reverted back into a teenage wasteland, unable to face his unbearable sadness. Sandler as Charlie looks like Bob Dylan and acts like Dustin Hoffman in his great dramatic performance. Listening to The Who and The Boss through headphones, playing video games, and continually remodeling his kitchen, Fineman's escapism disturbs Johnson, who, in turn, feels squelched by his stiflingly normal lifestyle. As the two reacquaint, Johnson is the only person who can help save Fineman from self-obliteration. The story analyzes Post Traumatic Stress with some accuracy, though excess sentimentality undermines emotional scenes. Survivor's guilt, assessing mental illness, and absolute incapacitation due to grief are all topics covered within the bounds of the enduring friendship forged between these two men. Ultimately, Reign Over Me's message is one of compassion, as a reminder to treat victims of loss with patience and care. But interestingly, it also pays heed to smaller human tribulations, which are obstacles to healing when left untreated. --Trinie Dalton

Stills from Reign Over Me (click for larger image)

Customer Rating:
Summary: Bril
Comment: I just watched Reign Over Me. Brilliant movie.

Normally one would think it would not be something for me, because it's a "human drama" story. But it's a good one, it avoids the usual sentimental sand traps most of these movies are mired in.

And importantly, it has a lot of humor. It's subtle, of the kind people may not remember after, but it's there all the time. One small example: a therapist, played by lovely Liv Tyler, is told by a defensive patient that what he thinks about are her perfect tits. And next session she is wearing the bulkiest sweater you ever saw... and it's not even mentioned! That's excellent.

There's a bit of dangeous casting by Adam Sandler as the messed up guy, but he actually does a wonderful job.

One of the main themes of the film is also unique (so far as I know): even if it's obvious that a person needs to Get Help, and Open Up, and Face His Past, how much can you do for him? How much can you push him? Can you really help him? Is it him you really want to help, or youself?

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Summary: Reign Over Me - Blu-ray Info
Comment: Version: U.S.A / Sony Pictures / Region A, B, C
Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
MPEG-4 AVC BD-50 / High Profile 4.1
Running time: 2:04:33
Movie size: 31,81 GB
Disc size: 37,89 GB
Total bit rate: 34.06 Mbps
Average video bit rate: 26.21 Mbps
Number of chapters: 16
Subtitles: English / English SDH / Chinese / French / Korean / Portuguese / Spanish / Thai

LPCM Audio English 4608 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 16-bit / 4608kbps
Dolby Digital Audio English 640 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps
Dolby Digital Audio French 640 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps

#Behind the Reign (1080p - 16 min)
#Jam Session with Adam Sandler & Don Cheadle (1080p - 5 min)
#A Still Reign (1080p - 6 min)

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Reign Over Me
Comment: Adam Sandler takes on a role that challenges his acting range. He plays a depressed middle age man who wants nothing to do with the world. Don Cheadle plays a Dentist who runs into Sandler's character on the street. Cheadle and Sandler used to be college roommates studying to become dentists. The two start talking and catching up. Cheadle soon realizes that Sandler needs mental help and tries to get it for him. Sandler wants nothing to do with it. This is a very sad movie and Adam Sandler as well as all the other actors do a superb job. I highly recommend this movie. But beware if you are expecting a comedy performance from Sandler. A+

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Customer Rating:
Summary: I dont know why I love it so much.
Comment: I wont go on with an extensive review here, as I think there are enough. I will say that this movie sparks a range of emotions within me every time I watch it. I laugh one moment, cry(or try not to) the next. I dont read into all the character development, or the 9/11 storyline like most of the negative reviewers have. I watch and enjoy. Every single time.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Grief can be your worst enemy!
Comment: I have always been touched when i watch ANYTHING about 9-11. this movie took it's toll, to see adam sandler typical humorous and charming actor, play this horribly sad and grieving husband and father was amazing!! what a sad life to lead and the worst part about that is that alot of people faced the same hurtles in NY after this happened......

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