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State of PlayGenre: Dramas Release Date: 09/01/2009 Rating PG-13 Production Year: 2009 Run Time: 128 mins Released By: Universal Studios Home Video Cast: Russell Crowe, Ben Affleck, Rachel McAdams, Robin Wright Penn, Jason Bateman A political conspiracy lies at the heart of this film starring Oscar winners Russell Crowe, Ben Affleck, and Helen Mirren. A reporter (Crowe) in the nation's capital discovers a mess of lies when the mistress of a congressman (Affleck) is murdered. Kevin Macdonald (THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND) directs this thriller based on the BBC miniseries of the same name. … more less -
Body of LiesGenre: Dramas Release Date: 02/17/2009 Rating R Production Year: 2008 Run Time: 128 mins Released By: Warner Home Video Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe, Mark Strong, Goldshifteh Faharani, Oscar Isaac Leonardo DiCaprio fights terrorists for the CIA in this rapid-fire thriller from director Ridley Scott (GLADIATOR, BLACK HAWK DOWN). While Roger Ferris (DiCaprio) gets his hands dirty on the teeming Arab streets, his handler Ed Hoffman (Russell Crowe) watches from Washington via spy satellite, cheerfully giving bull-in-a-china-shop style orders while picking up his kids from school. Innocent lives are lost, buildings blow up, and the threat of winding up beheaded on the internet is always one move away. LIES is decked out from front to back with fascinating bits of Arabic and espionage minutiae as it races along its wild mission to track down an elusive terrorist sect leader. Crowe has fun in his portly Southern-accented INSIDER mode, while DiCaprio does his usual anguished moral suffering over the fate of individuals (To Crowe's Hoffman, it's all just part of war and nobody's innocent). As the suave head of Jordanian intelligence, Mark Strong gives a scene-stealing, cobra-like performance that clashes beautifully with Crowe's "ugly American" bullying. The beautiful Golshifteh Farahani plays the obligatory love interest, the nurse who treats Ferris's regularly occurring battle and torture wounds. When most action heroes are completely healed within minutes of every fight, it's refreshing--in a grisly sort of way--to see how Ferris's wounds bruises pile up. The solid, punchy script is by William Monahan (THE DEPARTED) from the David Ignatius novel. … more less -
Bra BoysGenre: Sports/Recreation Release Date: 08/12/2008 Rating R Production Year: 2008 Run Time: 84 mins Released By: WEA Cast: Are Sydney's Bra Boys a violent gang or just a loyal bunch of surfers? This documentary narrated by Russell Crowe (AMERICAN GANGSTER) explores this underground culture from the inside courtesy of writer-director-producer Sunny Abberton. The filmmaker and his three brothers--Koby, Jai, and Dakota--lie at the heart of this engrossing true story about some of Australia's most notorious people. … more less -
Discovery Atlas - Box SetGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 01/16/2007 Rating NR Production Year: 2007 Run Time: 400 mins Released By: Image Entertainment, Inc. Cast: James Spader, Sela Ward, Isabella Rossellini, Russell Crowe This sumptuous box set comprises four of DISCOVERY ATLAS's best features: CHINA, ITALY, BRAZIL, and AUSTRALIA. The series is known for its stunning visuals, high production values, and in-depth research that includes commentary on the country's history, politics, and culture, and interviews with the country's natives from all aspects of society. Fascinating, enlightening, and a cheap and efficient way to explore the world, DISCOVERY ATLAS's BOX SET is a sure-fire bet for any armchair traveler. … more less -
Discovery Atlas - Australia RevealedGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 01/16/2007 Rating NR Production Year: 2007 Run Time: 102 mins Released By: Image Entertainment, Inc. Cast: Russell Crowe, Arthur "Turtle" Tamwoy, Nicole Willis, Candice Falzon, Hung Le DISCOVERY ATLAS lives up to its excellent reputation for in-depth and fascinating documentaries on countries around the world in AUSTRALIA REVEALED. The arresting footage of Australia's natural beauty is reason enough to see the film, but history, politics, and cultural contexts are also addressed via narration and interviews with Australian natives. Taken together, the program is an educational and enlightening peek into the cities, the Outback, and the intriguing complexity that is Australia. … more less -
American GangsterGenre: Dramas Release Date: 02/19/2008 Rating R Production Year: 2007 Cast: Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Josh Brolin, Chjwetel Ejiofor, Carla Gugino British director Ridley Scott may not seem a logical choice for this truly American crime drama, but the filmmaker does an excellent job. The film is based on a true story and set in 1968 Harlem, where Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) is a driver for Bumpy Johnson, one of the top figures in the city's criminal world. When Bumpy dies, Lucas swoops in, taking over his predecessor's empire and expanding it over the next few years with his sale of a particularly potent brand of heroin. Meanwhile, New Jersey cop Richie Roberts (Russell Crowe) begins to investigate the New York drug world and discovers that there's a new power in town. Thanks to screenwriter Steve Zallian, as well as Washington and Crowe, AMERICAN GANGSTER creates a convincing portrait of two men who are neither entirely good nor entirely bad. Washington plays Lucas as a man who buys his mother a palatial home but doesn't hesitate to beat his brother's head against a window. Crowe's Roberts may turn in a million-dollar find, but he cheats on his wife. Sadly, they only meet onscreen toward the end of the film, but the minimal interaction between the two Oscar winners is fascinating. Even though the focus is on Lucas and Roberts, AMERICAN GANGSTER is filled with a wealth of strong characters played by talented actors. It seems everyone with a SAG card turns up for the film, including Chiwetel Ejiofor, Josh Brolin, Ted Levine, John Hawkes, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Carla Gugino, Ruby Dee, Joe Morton, and rappers T.I. and RZA. It's an epic film, with a run time of over two and a half hours, but it's time well spent. Fans of classic crime films such as THE GODFATHER, SERPICO, and CARLITO'S WAY will certainly be pleased by this addition to the genre. … more less -
3:10 to YumaGenre: Westerns Release Date: 01/08/2008 Rating R Production Year: 2007 Run Time: 122 mins Released By: Lions Gate Home Entertainment Cast: Russell Crowe, Christian Bale, Peter Fonda, Gretchen Mol, Dallas Roberts Based on the Elmore Leonard story, 3:10 TO YUMA is a riveting remake of the 1957 classic Western. It's the story of Dan Evans (Christian Bale), a down-and-out rancher who lost his leg in the Civil War. With a wife and two sons, he is struggling to put food on the table, and unable to make payments on his land. When the notorious gunman Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) is apprehended nearby, a few local men are needed to escort him to the town of Contention so he can be put on the 3:10 train to Yuma Prison. Few will volunteer for the job, as they know that Wade's ruthless gang will follow them, but Evans sees an opportunity to make some fast cash, and offers to go in exchange for $200. The small team of men set off, and are later joined by Evans's young son William (Logan Lerman), who has run away from home to join them. What follows is a race against time, as the group tries to get to Yuma without the clever and dangerous Wade outsmarting them. Crowe is fantastic as the smooth-talking gunman, and Bale delivers a moving performance as the weary-eyed Evans. The two men are perfect foils for each other. Wade is the infamous gunman, living the high life on the wrong side of the law, while Evans, who has struggled to lead an honest life, has only faced one hardship after another. It is a classic tale of good vs. evil, right vs. wrong, and yet, by the story's end, it becomes harder to separate the good guys from the bad. As the clock ticks down, the film builds to an emotional nail-biter of an ending, reminiscent of BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID. … more less -
Good Year, AGenre: Dramas Release Date: 02/27/2007 Rating PG-13 Production Year: 2006 Run Time: 114 mins Released By: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment Cast: Russell Crowe, Marion Cotillard, Albert Finney, Freddie Highmore, Archie Panjabi Ridley Scott (BLADE RUNNER, GLADIATOR) directs this romantic comedy based on the book of the same name by Peter Mayle. London banker Max Skinner (Russell Crowe) is a cutthroat workaholic who cares only about winning and making money. During his rise to the top, Max has forgotten the important life lessons that his favorite uncle, Henry (Albert Finney), taught him during summers at his vineyard in Provence. Estranged from Henry for years, Max is surprised to learn that his uncle has passed away and as his closest living relative, he is set to inherit the estate, La Siroque. True to form, Max tools down to Provence for a quick visit in order to assess the value of the property with dollar signs in his eyes. Once immersed in Henry's world and the charm of La Siroque, Max begins to remember his visits and how much Henry and those summers meant to him. Other surprises--including a budding romance with fetching local cafĂ© owner Fanny Chenal (Marion Cotillard) and a visit from a young American claiming to be Henry's illegitimate daughter (Abbie Cornish)--prolong Max's visit, making Provence more and more difficult to resist. Can Max be content leaving his fast-paced life in London for lazy days in a French vineyard? Or will he sell his estate to the highest bidder, memories and all, and return to his hectic lifestyle? Crowe shows his softer-side--and even throws in some physical comedy--as a man revisiting his past and considering his future. Finney is a charmer as Henry in flashback scenes (where Freddie Highmore plays a young Max) that establish his character's joie de vivre and the tender relationship shared between uncle and nephew. Didier Bourdon is Francis Duflot, the tender of the vineyard, and Tom Hollander plays Charlie, Max's best friend. … more less -
Famous - Best ActorsGenre: Musical & Performing Arts Release Date: 08/29/2006 Rating NR Production Year: 2006 Run Time: 90 mins Released By: MPI Home Video Cast: Russell Crowe, Tom Hanks, Kevin Spacey, Robert DeNiro This half-hour program is part of the Famous series, which is designed to profile some of the biggest names in the acting world. On this release, some big name actors such as Russell Crowe and Tom Hanks are featured. … more less -
Live Love Laugh - 3-PackGenre: Comedies Release Date: 01/06/2009 Rating PG-13 Production Year: 2006 Cast: Russell Crowe, Marion Cotillard, Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Katherine Heigl With a dash of magic and just the right amount of chemistry, a hilarious and charmingly romantic yarn can be spun around just about any subject. Just ask this triple feature, which dabbles in the plight of a perennial bridesmaid (27 DRESSES), the laid-back life of a vintner (A GOOD YEAR), and cringe-inducing careers in fashion editorial (THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA). See individual details for complete details. … more less -
Cinderella ManGenre: Dramas Release Date: 12/06/2005 Rating PG-13 Production Year: 2005 Run Time: 145 mins Released By: Universal Studios Home Video Cast: Russell Crowe, Renee Zellweger, Paul Giamatti, Craig Bierko, Bruce McGill Director Ron Howard and star Russell Crowe re-team after their Oscar-winning collaboration, A BEAUTIFUL MIND, for this rousing biopic. It's the true story of boxer James J. Braddock (Russell Crowe), a heavyweight contender from New Jersey nicknamed "the Bulldog of Bergen," who lost his fame and fortune during the Great Depression only to win the hearts of the downtrodden during a spectacular comeback. Crowe is masterful as Braddock, with Renee Zellweger playing his wife, and Paul Giamatti as his loyal friend and manager, Joe Gould. The sharply observed script devotes a significant amount of screen time to the domestic struggles of Braddock's family; developing character and place with a wealth of period detail, so when the comeback starts, the payoff is enormous. The matches themselves are unforgettable: raw, intense, riveting, with more than a passing stylistic nod to Martin Scorsese's groundbreaking 1980 film, RAGING BULL. Though it may sound a bit formulaic, one should remember that this is the true and "original" underdog boxer story from which all others hail, and it's riveted together with true craftsmanship. Howard has a real skill for plucking audience members' heartstrings, and the performances are first-rate. Giamatti and Crowe play off each other in a rapport perfectly suited to their roles, especially at the ring, where the one's manic intensity makes a perfect contrast to the other's warrior grace. … more less -
Day After Tomorrow/ Master & Commander - DVD 2 PackGenre: Dramas Release Date: 12/28/2004 Rating NR Production Year: 2004 Cast: Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal, Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany DAY AFTER TOMORROW: With THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW, director Roland Emmerich (INDEPENDENCE DAY, GODZILLA) trades evil aliens and radioactive lizards in for some seriously bad weather. When a radical change in the temperature of the world's oceans causes deadly storms and sets a new Ice Age in motion, climatologist Jack Hall (Dennis Quaid) must race from Washington D.C. to save his son, Sam (Jake Gyllenhaal), in the subzero climes of New York City. Elsewhere, tornadoes and hail menace the globe, leading to international disasters on an extraordinary level. MASTER & COMMANDER: Based on a series of books by Patrick O'Brian, and directed by Peter Weir, MASTER AND COMMANDER plunges viewers deep into the story of a British Navy ship at sea during the Napoleonic war. Russell Crowe stars as Aubrey, the charismatic captain who wrestles with issues like honor, pride, duty, sacrifice and loyalty while using ingenious tactics to engage his prey--a much larger and better-equipped French Man o' War. Paul Bettany plays his friend, the ship's doctor, who cautions Aubrey about letting revenge cloud his judgement after the French Man o' War almost sinks them in an early battle. Before the incredibly intense final skirmish the men battle a raging storm, launch an excursion to the Galapagos Islands, find time for grog-enhanced merriment, and endure some primitive surgery. … more less -
30 Odd Foot Of Grunts - TexasGenre: Musical & Performing Arts Release Date: 07/03/2005 Rating NR Production Year: 2003 Run Time: 77 mins Released By: Buena Vista Home Entertainment Cast: Russell Crowe Russell Crowe has made his passion for music evident ever since becoming a star in Hollywood, often shunning Tinseltown to return to Australia to play with 30 Odd Foot of Grunts, the band for whom he sings, plays guitar, and writes songs. This documentary follows Crowe and the band as they go on tour and prepare to record a new album. … more less -
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the WorldGenre: Action/Adventure Release Date: 04/20/2004 Rating NR Production Year: 2003 Run Time: 137 mins Released By: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment Cast: Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, Billy Boyd, James D'Arcy, George Innes Based on a series of books by Patrick O'Brian, and directed by Peter Weir, MASTER AND COMMANDER plunges viewers deep into the story of a British Navy ship at sea during the Napoleonic war. Russell Crowe stars as Aubrey, the charismatic captain who wrestles with issues like honor, pride, duty, sacrifice and loyalty while using ingenious tactics to engage his prey--a much larger and better-equipped French Man o' War. Paul Bettany plays his friend, the ship's doctor, who cautions Aubrey about letting revenge cloud his judgment after the French Man o' War almost sinks them in an early battle. Before the incredibly intense final skirmish the men battle a raging storm, launch an excursion to the Galapagos Islands, find time for grog-enhanced merriment, and endure some primitive surgery. Weir fills the film with a rich wealth of period detail, convincing dialogue, and the same haunting, dreamlike mood that has informed his best films, such as PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, THE LAST WAVE and THE TRUMAN SHOW. The wealth of sounds and sights on display are so evocative one can practically smell the salt air and feel the heave of the ocean. Russell is intense and inspiring as Aubrey, and Bettany proves a worthy match. MASTER AND COMMANDER is another triumph for Weir, and further evidence of his ability to fuse poetic realism with rousing entertainment. … more less -
Seabiscuit/A Beautiful Mind 2-PackGenre: Dramas Release Date: 04/27/2004 Rating PG-13 Production Year: 2003 Run Time: 277 mins Released By: Universal Studios Home Video Cast: Jeff Bridges, Russell Crowe This program features the classic dramas SEABISCUIT and A BEAUTIFUL MIND. Please see individual titles for complete information. … more less -
Master and Commander/ Antwone Fisher/ Behind Enemy Lines - DVD 3 PackGenre: Dramas Release Date: 12/07/2004 Rating PG-13 Production Year: 2003 Cast: Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, Denzel Washington, Derek Luke, Owen Wilson MASTER AND COMMANDER: Based on a series of books by Patrick O'Brian, and directed by Peter Weir, MASTER AND COMMANDER plunges viewers deep into the story of a British Navy ship at sea during the Napoleonic war. Russell Crowe stars as Aubrey, the charismatic captain who wrestles with issues like honor, pride, duty, sacrifice and loyalty while using ingenious tactics to engage his prey--a much larger and better-equipped French Man o' War. Paul Bettany plays his friend, the ship's doctor, who cautions Aubrey about letting revenge cloud his judgement after the French Man o' War almost sinks them in an early battle. Before the incredibly intense final skirmish the men battle a raging storm, launch an excursion to the Galapagos Islands, find time for grog-enhanced merriment, and endure some primitive surgery. ANTWONE FISHER: The true story of ANTWONE FISHER tracks a remarkable young man on the path to recovery from physical and sexual abuse. Antwone Fisher (Derek Luke) is a young Navy sailor who is on verge of getting booted from the military because of his volatile temper when he is ordered to mandatory sessions with psychiatrist Dr. Jerome Davenport (Denzel Washington). After a few strained sessions, Fisher navigates through difficult memories of his Cleveland childhood, mostly of life with a vicious foster mother (Novella Nelson) who beats him on a regular basis (and refers to him not by name, but by the n-word) and a foster sister who violates him sexually. Fisher and Davenport form a father-son bond (Fisher even adopts the doctor's wife [Salli Richardson] as a kind of surrogate Mom). And eventually he finds the strength to work through his anger and the courage to forge his first romantic relationship with Cheryl (Joy Bryant). BEHIND ENEMY LINES: On a reconnaissance flight over eastern Europe, disillusioned naval pilot Chris Burnett (Owen Wilson) and his partner, Stackhouse (Gabriel Macht), photograph a scene they were not meant to see. When their plane is shot d … more less -
Master & Commander/ Last of the Mohicans/ Cast Away - 3 PackGenre: Dramas Release Date: 12/07/2004 Rating NR Production Year: 2003 Cast: Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, Madeleine Stowe, Daniel Day-Lewis, Tom Hanks MASTER & COMMANDER: Based on a series of books by Patrick O'Brian, and directed by Peter Weir, MASTER AND COMMANDER plunges viewers deep into the story of a British Navy ship at sea during the Napoleonic war. Russell Crowe stars as Aubrey, the charismatic captain who wrestles with issues like honor, pride, duty, sacrifice and loyalty while using ingenious tactics to engage his prey--a much larger and better-equipped French Man o' War. Paul Bettany plays his friend, the ship's doctor, who cautions Aubrey about letting revenge cloud his judgement after the French Man o' War almost sinks them in an early battle. Before the incredibly intense final skirmish the men battle a raging storm, launch an excursion to the Galapagos Islands, find time for grog-enhanced merriment, and endure some primitive surgery. Weir fills the film with a rich wealth of period detail, convincing dialogue and the same haunting, dreamlike mood that has informed his best films, like PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK, THE LAST WAVE and THE TRUMAN SHOW. LAST OF THE MOHICANS: Cora (Madeleine Stowe) and her younger sister, Alice (Jodhi May), both recent arrivals to the colonies, are being escorted to their father, Colonel Munro (Maurice Roeves), by a troop of British soldiers. Along the way they are ambushed by a Huron war party led by Magua (Wes Studi), a sinister warrior with a blood vendetta against Munro. Munro's soldiers are wiped out and Cora herself is nearly killed by Magua but is saved at the last moment by Hawkeye (Daniel Day-Lewis), a white trapper raised by the Mohican tribe. Hawkeye promises to take Cora and her sister safely to their father, and along the way Cora and the intense Hawkeye fall in love. Together they must survive wilderness, war, and the relentless pursuit of Magua. CAST AWAY: Tom Hanks is Chuck Noland, a man in a hurry. His job for Federal Express has him traveling the world on a moment's notice, exhorting the company's employees to speed things up--"never turn your back on the … more less -
Cinderella Man/SeabiscuitGenre: Dramas Release Date: 04/25/2006 Rating NR Production Year: 2003 Cast: Tobey Maguire, Jeff Bridges, Russell Crowe, Renee Zellweger CINDERELLA MAN: Director Ron Howard and star Russell Crowe re-team after their Oscar-winning collaboration, A BEAUTIFUL MIND, for this rousing biopic. It's the true story of boxer James J. Braddock (Russell Crowe), a heavyweight contender from New Jersey nicknamed "the Bulldog of Bergen," who lost his fame and fortune during the Great Depression only to win the hearts of the downtrodden during a spectacular comeback. Crowe is masterly as Braddock, with Renee Zellweger playing his wife and Paul Giamatti as his loyal friend and manager, Joe Gould. The sharply observed script devotes a significant amount of screen time to the domestic struggles of Braddock's family; developing character and place with a wealth of period detail, so when the comeback starts, the payoff is enormous. The matches themselves are unforgettable: raw, intense, riveting, with more than a passing stylistic nod to Martin Scorsese's groundbreaking 1980 film, RAGING BULL. Though it may sound a bit formulaic, one should remember that this is the true and "original" underdog boxer story from which all others hail, and it's riveted together with true craftsmanship. Howard has a real skill for plucking an audience's heartstrings, and the performances are first-rate. Giamatti and Crowe play off each other in a rapport perfectly suited to their roles, especially at the ring, where the former's manic intensity makes a perfect contrast to the latter's warrior grace. SEABISCUIT: Laura Hillenbrand's nonfiction bestseller comes to life with this spectacular big-screen adaptation. Set in the 1930s, SEABISCUIT weaves its story around three men who turned a seemingly untamable horse into a bona fide champion. Jeff Bridges is Charles Howard, a thriving entrepreneur who gives horse-racing a shot when his wife leaves him after the death of their son. Chris Cooper is Tom Smith, a mumbling, sensitive horse trainer who sees the untapped potential of Seabiscuit hiding under his flawed outer shell. Tobey Maguire is Red … more less -
Ultimate FightsGenre: Musical & Performing Arts Release Date: 04/16/2002 Rating NR Production Year: 2002 Run Time: 54 mins Released By: Universal Studios Home Video Cast: Jackie Chan, Russell Crowe, Jet Li, Wesley Snipes, Sylvester Stallone A compendium of some of the most exciting fight scenes in recent motion picture history, ULTIMATE FIGHTS provides a whole new perspective on scenes from films such as BLADE, SNATCH, SCARFACE, THE KILLER, FIRST BLOOD, RUMBLE IN THE BRONX, and THE KILLER. … more less -
Beautiful Mind, AGenre: Dramas Release Date: 06/25/2002 Rating PG-13 Production Year: 2001 Run Time: 136 mins Released By: Universal Studios Home Video Cast: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Ed Harris, Adam Goldberg, Christopher Plummer Director Ron Howard delivers his finest effort with his extraordinary film, A BEAUTIFUL MIND, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2001. Based loosely on Sylvia Nasar's acclaimed biography of mathematician John Forbes Nash, the film is a compelling look at one man's genius, his debilitating mental illness, and the fine line between the two. A BEAUTIFUL MIND begins with Nash (Russell Crowe) at Princeton, where he struggles to think of an original idea, and the stroke of genius that will make him matter. Nash is eccentric, socially awkward, and extremely competitive. Eventually, he finds the inspiration for his innovative and influential work on game theory. He's chosen for a post at MIT, which includes crucial code-breaking work for the US government. There, he meets a beautiful and brilliant student, Alicia (Jennifer Connelly). They marry but their happiness is threatened, as Nash, belatedly diagnosed as schizophrenic, descends into madness. Screenwriter Akiva Goldsman cannily condenses Nash's story, and the film manages to dramatize both Nash's mathematical brilliance and his schizophrenia in a compellingly visual manner. Crowe delivers a strong performance, and has real chemistry with Connelly. The two make the film's story about the power of love believable and moving. … more less
