Public Enemies (Special Edition) [Blu-ray] | ![Public Enemies (Special Edition) [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51KuBqEDAcL._SL500_.jpg) | Actors: Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, John Michael Bolger, Jason Clarke, Rory Cochrane
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
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Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, Special Edition, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: Blu-ray
Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
Number Of Discs: 2
Running Time: 140 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 61105513
UPC: 025195046558
EAN: 0025195046558
ASIN: B002QEHPR4
Theatrical Release Date: 2009
Release Date: December 8, 2009
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Since crime auteur Michael Mann, like his protagonists, plays by his own rules, Public Enemies eschews back story and motivation for a closely-observed, action-packed examination of men at work. FBI supremo J. Edgar Hoover (Billy Crudup) kick-starts a nationwide manhunt when he proclaims John Dillinger (Johnny Depp, in top form) Public Enemy #1. Hoover taps Agent Melvin Purvis (Christian Bale) to bring the Tommy Gun-toting bank robber in by any means necessary (the agency also targets Pretty Boy Floyd and Baby Face Nelson). If Dillinger had split the scene then and there, he might have enjoyed a happier fate, but he falls for beautiful coat-check girl Billie Frechette (Marion Cotillard, whose open-hearted performance makes her the most sympathetic character in the film). In the end, though, Dillinger is the captain of his own destiny: his loyalty to his girl and his gang overpowers his desire to live free. Though the director also set his first film, Thief, and third series, Crime Story, in his native Chicago, Public Enemies plays more like Heat in Depression-era garb. In that L.A. policier, Al Pacino's cop develops a grudging respect for Robert De Niro's criminal, but letting a lawbreaker go free isn't an option. In this case, however, the tight-lipped Purvis never develops the same sort of esteem for Dillinger--or Hoover--making him the more tragic figure. If Public Enemies is less overtly commercial than The Untouchables or Bugsy, it's still the best mainstream gangster epic in ages and ranks among Mann's finest works. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
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Product Description
Studio: Uni Dist Corp. (mca) Release Date: 12/08/2009 Run time: 140 minutes Rating: R
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 A Well Done Crime Drama February 9, 2010
J. Owen (Williamsburg, VA USA)
Michael Mann's "Public Enemies" (2009) is a great crime drama. While experts of the period are sure to notice glaring mistakes, both in terms of material culture and characters, this reviewer feels that Mann clearly learned from his mistakes with "Miami Vice (Widescreen Edition)" and put together a believable crime film. Gun play occurs frequently in the film, the women play believable roles for the period, and the police work together as a team. Paper- and grunt-work receive proper attention, as does the conflicts and power struggles that occurred between police/Feds and amongst the various crime factions. I really enjoyed this film and recommend owning it.
Here are the Special Features that come with this two disc collection:
- 5 Documentaries: "Larger than Life: Adversaries," "Michael Mann: Making Public Enemies," "Last of the Legendary Outlaws," and "On Dillinger's Trail: The Real Location," "Criminal Technology"
- Director's Feature Commentary
- Digital Copy
Made in Oshkosh... February 9, 2010
S. C. Saunders (Oshkosh, WI)
The movie is very well done, a fairly accurate portrayal of the last years in the life of the notorious bank robber John Dillinger. Melvin Purvis, an FBI agent who was key in gunning Dillinger down, was given control of the newly formed Chicago field office in the FBI's early days under the directon of J. Edgar Hoover. In 1933, during the fourth year of the Great depression, Dillinger, the now famous bank robber, is considered Public Enemy #1. Yet, he becomes somewhat of a folk hero as he tends to attack big businesses while leaving ordinary citizens alone; the "Robin Hood Syndrome". Eventually, Dillinger falls in love with Billie Frechette and the FBI stakes her out while trying to catch the outlaw.
Some of the movie was filmed in Oshkosh, WI - my hometown, and was fun to watch as I recognized much of the Main St. and Bank locations that had been modified for the movie filming.
 2.5 Hour Bore-Fest February 8, 2010
R. Mark (Gainesville, FL USA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Positively the worst Mann movie I've seen. Depp is completely wasted in this slow, ponderous, bland, characterless drone of a movie. Bale is non-existant. Cardboard cutouts have more character than those portrayed in this movie. We know nothing about them at the start - and even less once it's over. You'll be very happy when it's over.
 Great Film, Wrong Camera Choice February 7, 2010
G. YEO (Singapore)
Great script. Great action. Terrific cast. But wrong camera! Public Enemies is indeed one of Michael Mann's finest works and also showcases some of Johnny Depp and Christian Bale's most stellar performances. But how Mann, a leading advocate of HD digital filmmaking still managed to deliver an epic so video-like in quality is beyond me.
The entire movie, even on DVD, still has a strangely electronic video feel. I avoided this in the theatres, precisely because the film trailers looked so oddly like a video blow up. The colours are retained much better in the small screen, but the film's action and night sequences are tell tale giveaways that the picture we're seeing is a product of an electronic camera chip, and not the traditional 35 mm film camera.
Still, Public Enemies is a highly enjoyable film for all its technical flaws. I think Mann's love of electronic filmmaking needs better tools - I have not been impressed by his forays into the medium. Previous films like Collateral worked better in terms of using the video format, but his love of shooting dark scenes just don't cut it. Gone are the rich velvet blacks of film, replaced by these strange murky areas. If you watched the film and didn't notice its electronic quirks - great. My comments shouldn't stop anyone from watching the show, but as someone from the industry, it irked me a little.
On a more significant note, Depp really shines as Dillinger and delivers the robin hood charisma; while Bale is well casted as his relentless and intense nemesis. Marion Cotillard also turns in an impressive performance as Dillinger's moll (she's French!).
Mann captures the romantic era of James Cagney well - Public Enemies never lets up on its entertainment value, and it looks like everyone had a lot of fun working on this one.
Public Enemies February 7, 2010
Georgia B. Thurnblad (Apple Valley, MN USA)
This movie was so much fun to watch. It is quite a period piece. I knew they worked hard at creating an authentic feel because my sister lives in Columbus, WI where many scenes were filmed. It isn't your typical shoot 'em up gangster movie. If you like true to life features, this is great.
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