The Pink Panther [Blu-ray] | ![The Pink Panther [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51sBdg%2B8r0L._SL500_.jpg) | Director: Shawn Levy
Actors: Steve Martin, Kevin Kline, Beyoncé Knowles, Jean Reno, Henry Czerny
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
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Rating:  199 reviews
Sales Rank: 28104
Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), Arabic (Subtitled), Chinese (Subtitled), Dutch (Subtitled), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Korean (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: Blu-ray
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 93 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 5.3 x 0.5
MPN: 22988
UPC: 043396229884
EAN: 0043396229884
ASIN: B001KEHAHQ
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
Release Date: January 20, 2009
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Product Description
Genre: Comedy
Rating: PG
Release Date: 20-JAN-2009
Media Type: Blu-Ray
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If anyone could step into the huge shoes of comedic genius left by Peter Sellers as bumbling French policeman Jacques Clouseau, it's Steve Martin. Sellers made Clouseau a true icon of character and comedy in five Pink Panther movies in the '60s and '70s; Martin has arguably already attained Sellers' rank as an entertainment talent, so it only makes sense that he became Clouseau's heir apparent for the inevitable screen resurrection. This updated story of the priceless eponymous diamond purloined under mysterious circumstance and pursued with Keystone Cop-like antics by Clouseau is a frivolous yet winning pastiche of physical gags and riffs on Clouseau's hilariously impenetrable accent. A famous French football coach (Jason Statham in cameo mode) is wearing the stone, set as an engagement ring for his pop star fiance (Beyonce Knowles). But before a packed stadium crowd of thousands, the ring disappears from his finger as he falls dead from a poisoned dart. The wisp of a plot is secondary to the pratfalls of Martin's prim, prissy, and utterly inept Clouseau. He's brought onto the case by France's top cop (a drolly sophisticated Kevin Kline) who wants Clouseau to fail in a scheme to make himself a national hero. Even in a world where jokes about Viagra, flatulence and other familiar sophomoric subjects are required, Martin makes his Clouseau singularly memorable. You'll be fully expecting Clouseau to shatter priceless antiques, mangle his pronunciations (hamburger, anyone?), and prevail in the end, but Martin carries it off, giving homage to Sellers at the same time that he remakes the character in his own image as a comic master. --Ted Fry
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 Blu Ray Review December 8, 2009
The Bus (NC, United States)
I'm not going to talk about the movie at all, this review is mainly for the quality of the blu ray version. I have watched this movie numerous times on standard DVD, the picture of the blue ray has more sharpness than the SDVD, the brighter colors are more vibrant, but the darker colors, and especially the blacks are kind of smudgy in places. Sound is excellent on the blu ray. If you're trying to decide between the two versions for your initial purchase, buy the blu ray. But I would hesitate to upgrade to the blu ray if you already own the SDVD unless you're a big fan of the movie.
A Decent Remake November 10, 2009
D. Reed (Elkton, MD USA)
While most remakes fall flat for either being too different or just ripping off the original, this one is unique in that is different enough to be its own. Steve Martin does an excellent job, admirably taking over for the great Peter Sellers. The accent is his own and is very different from Sellers. Though I do like some of the references to the older films like Clouseau and the globe and the trouble his accent can get him into. Instead of manserveant Cato (we live in PC times, though Jackie Chan was considered), we get fellow lawman Ponton, played by Jean Reno, who is a good substitute character. Beyonce is also very good in this, proving, like Queen Latifah, that SOME singers can act. The only character who doesn't get any justice is Chief Inspector Dreyfuss. Though Kevin Kline does a fine job in the role, they've heavily changed how the character was. Instead of going increasingly insane and wanting to kill Clouseau with a passion, all this version does is try and show him up and humiliate him. Though seeing as how this and its sequel are marketed more towards kids than the originals (though plenty of innuendo abound in both), today's parents might find Dreyfuss' deteriorating mental state a little disturbing for their kids. The gags are quite funny, though Clouseau inspecting the room for spies gets and the fart joke is tedious (aren't they all). Christophe Beck does quite well with Mancini's classic theme though I do think its a little over used. While Mancini mainly used it during suspense scenes, Beck seems to use it whenever he pleases.
Trying a bit to hard... November 2, 2009
Chuck Mengel (Tyrone, Pa.)
Im not really a fan of Steve Martin and I think thats why I didnt loved this movie. It was good and Id recommend watching it but it could've been better. It was almost as if they tried too hard to make it funny and the end result was a bit corny, but its worth a watch. I found myself laughing intensely at some scenes
 Simply hilarious September 13, 2009
R. MANTRI (usa)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have watched both Steve Martin pink panthers. This is better but I can not compare with earlier ones. Yet to watch them but did buy the 5 disk animated series. Kids enjoy it.
The additional features like director's commentary and animated inserts are great for reruns.
Too funny September 12, 2009
Anna Morgan (South Carolina)
If you need a laugh, please watch this movie. Steve Martin does a good job as the lead character.
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