New on DVD -- Around the World in 80 Days
by Jennifer Keenan
Frank Coraci directs Steve Coogan, Jackie Chan, Cecile De France and Jim
Broadbent in the newest family adventure film Around the World in 80 Days.
In this remake of the Jules Verne classic, we see Phileas Fog (Coogan)
as a dismissed inventor determined to be taken seriously, who makes a desperate bet to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days.
Accompanied by his trusted valet Passepartout (Chan) and new-found love
Monique ( De France), they embark on a beat-the-clock race around the world, facing impossible obstacles at every stop.
As these characters travel by train, ship, plane and the ever-classic hot
air balloon, they show us the importance of friendship and following your dreams.
Although Steve Coogan does a great job of playing the lead role of Phileas
Fog, the true star of this movie is unquestionably Jackie Chan. The master of meshing martial arts with comedy, Chan helps
this fantasy film take us on a trip the whole family can enjoy.
Around The World
also racks up an impressive list of guest stars including John Cleese, Mark Addy, Macy Gray, Rob Schneider, Arnold Schwarzenegger,
as well as Owen and Luke Wilson playing the Wright Brothers and Kathy Bates as the Queen of England.
From England to India, China to New York, I was unexpectedly caught up
in this race around the world. Action, adventure, magic, even a love story — Around the World in 80 Days is a
laugh-out-loud comedy that has something for everybody.
Special Features include an alternate beginning, deleted scenes with introduction
by Director Frank Coraci, as well as audio commentary by Director Frank Coraci and Actor Steve Coogan.
Featurettes include Discovering Around The World In 80 Days and
Around The World of Jackie Chan, a behind-the-scenes of the stunt choreography.
Approx. 120 mins.
Rated
PG
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Spider-Man 2
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Simmons, Dylan Baker, Ted Raimi, Daniel Gillies, Joanne Baron and Donna Murphy
A Wrinkle in Time
with Katie Stuart, Gregory Smith, David Dorfman, Chris Potter, Kyle Secor, Thomas Chambers, Sarah-Jane Redmond, Kate Nelligan,
Alison Elliott and Alfre Woodard
Ju-on: The Grudge
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Rent or buy this movie on DVD or VHS from your local Rogers Video Store.
For more information or to locate a store near you, visit their website.
Jennifer Keenan loves the movies. From big Hollywood productions
to smaller independent films, she memorises every line of her favourite characters, remembers every detail from her favourite
scenes. But the role Jennifer enjoys playing best is being a stay-at-home mom for her three children. If you would like to
request a particular DVD for Jennifer to review, email your suggestion to editor@breadnmolasses.com
