Spider-Man 2.1 [Extended Cut] [WS] [2 Discs] DVD

Spider-Man 2
Stan Lee's all-too-human superhero returns to the screen in this highly anticipated sequel to 2002's blockbuster hit Spider-Man. Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) is attempting to juggle college classes and his job as a photographer with the Daily Bugle while maintaining his secret life as costumed crime-fighter Spider-Man. Parker is also struggling to hold on to his relationship with Mary Jane Watson (Kirsten Dunst), who is beginning to enjoy success as a model and actress, and both Mary Jane and Peter have noticed he's beginning to buckle under the strain. Parker's friendship with Harry Osborn (James Franco) is also beginning to fray due to Peter's seeming alliance with Spider-Man, whom Harry blames for the death of his father, the nefarious Norman Osborn. As Parker weighs his responsibilities to himself and those around him against the obligations that come with his special powers, Spider-Man is faced with a new nemesis -- Dr. Otto Octavius (Alfred Molina), a deranged scientist whose latest project has turned him into the near-invincible cyborg Doctor Octopus. Spider-Man 2 was directed by Sam Raimi, who helmed the first film, and much of the original cast has also reunited for this sequel, including Rosemary Harris, J.K. Simmons, and Bruce Campbell. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Cast Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker/Spider-Man Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson James Franco as Harry Osborn Alfred Molina as Dr. Otto Octavius, AKA Doctor Octopus Rosemary Harris as Aunt May J.K. Simmons as J. Jonah Jameson Donna Murphy as Rosalie Octavius Daniel Gillies as John Jameson Dylan Baker as Dr. Curt Connors Bill Nunn as Joseph "Robbie" Robertson Vanessa Ferlito as Louise Aasif Mandvi as Mr. Aziz Willem Dafoe as Green Goblin/Norman Osborn Cliff Robertson as Ben Parker Ted Raimi as Hoffman Elizabeth Banks as Miss Brant Bruce Campbell as Snooty Usher

Crew Scott P. Murphy - Art Director Tom Valentine - Art Director Jeff Knipp - Art Director Thomas P. Wilkins - Art Director Steven A. Saklad - Art Director Dianne Crittenden - Casting Grant Curtis - Co-producer James Acheson - Costume Designer Gary Jones - Costume Designer Eric Heffron - First Assistant Director Sam Raimi - Director Dan Bradley - Second Unit Director Jeffrey Lynch - Second Unit Director Bob Murawski - Editor Joseph M. Carraciolo - Executive Producer Kevin Feige - Executive Producer Dion Lam - Fights Choreographer Danny Elfman - Composer (Music Score) Neil Spisak - Production Designer Anette Haellmigk - Cinematographer Bill Pope - Cinematographer Avi Arad - Producer Laura Ziskin - Producer Robert Woodruff - Set Designer Daniel R. Jennings - Set Designer Mick Cukurs - Set Designer Jeff Markwith - Set Designer C. Scott Baker - Set Designer J. Andre Chaintrevil - Set Designer Patte Strong-Lord - Set Designer John Chichester - Set Designer Anthony LaMolinara - Special Effects John Frazier - Special Effects Kevin O'Connell - Sound/Sound Designer Paul N.J. Ottoson - Sound/Sound Designer Greg P. Russell - Sound/Sound Designer Joseph Geisinger - Sound/Sound Designer Jeffrey J. Haboush - Sound/Sound Designer Dan Bradley - Stunts Coordinator Scott Rogers - Stunts Coordinator Miles Millar - Screen Story Michael Chabon - Screen Story Alfred Gough - Screen Story Alvin Sargent - Screenwriter Jonathan P.B. Taylor - Second Unit Director Of Photography Peter Menzies, Jr. - Second Unit Director Of Photography Scott Stokdyk - Visual Effects Supervisor Paul N.J. Ottoson - Supervising Sound Editor John Dykstra - Visual Effects Zoic Studios - Visual Effects Barbed Wire FX - Visual Effects Radium - Visual Effects Jay R. Hart - Set Decorator Susan Bode-Tyson - Set Decorator

Spider-Man 2
Sam Raimi raises the bar of excellence with Spider-Man 2, a highly evolved sequel that brims with superb comedy, heartfelt characters, and dazzling visuals that nail the wall-crawler's universe in a fully respectable and exciting way. With the luxury of having the origin story behind them, the filmmakers let loose with this one, all the while still staying true to the character-driven focus that made the first film so fresh and appealing. Tobey Maguire again holds the spotlight amazingly well, this time comically tortured by his director, who seems to finally be having fun with the franchise. Back is Raimi's energetic visual style, something that has been missing since his Darkman days and one thing that the original was sorely lacking. Of course, the hero always needs a villain, and this time it's Alfred Molina playing a Doc Oc that isn't over-the-top in the usual flamboyant way, but brimming with a conflicted sense of sadness mixed with maniacal purpose. His tentacles deserve credit as well, as they add little touches of flair even when they aren't throwing Spidey through walls or bashing up city streets. Kirsten Dunst delivers another charming performance, while James Franco takes the Harry Osbourne character through the next step in his tragic arc, pointing straight toward events in the third film. The real surprise is Rosemary Harris as a truly touching Aunt May, who ends up being the emotional backbone of the story. Her speeches to Peter are devastating and resonate throughout the film as the events are played out. Again, it's this kind of attention to character that really makes the series shine. While Spider-Man 2 is a visual feast brimming with action, it never plays dumb to its characters or the audience. Raimi and company have effectively expanded on the world they created, making every scene essential to what has happened before and a building block of what's to come. Eagle-eyed fans will appreciate the nods to various other characters in the universe, the most immediate being Dylan Baker as Dr. Curt Connors (who eventually becomes The Lizard in the comics), along with Daniel Gillies's John Jameson, whose character is a direct setup for canine villain Man-Wolf. However close to perfect the final film is, there are a few things that don't ring so true -- Harry Osbourne needs a little more sympathy instead of being angry from the get-go, while Peter's tall and skinny neighbor supplies a great laugh, but doesn't end up serving much of a purpose in the end. Still, those are nitpicks and very well might end up paying off by the time the third movie rolls around. With advanced effects, a much more satisfying Danny Elfman score, and a filmmaker at the top of his game leading the charge, Spider-Man 2 is a classic superhero movie that deserves the near-unanimous praise that it has garnered. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, All Movie Guide
 

Anthony LaMolinara: Academy, Best Visual Effects (winner) Greg P. Russell: Academy, Best Sound Mixing (nominated) Jeffrey J. Haboush: Academy, Best Sound Mixing (nominated) John Dykstra: Academy, Best Visual Effects (winner) John Frazier: Academy, Best Visual Effects (winner) Joseph Geisinger: Academy, Best Sound Mixing (nominated) Kevin O'Connell: Academy, Best Sound Mixing (nominated) Paul N.J. Ottoson: Academy, Best Sound Editing (nominated) Scott Stokdyk: Academy, Best Visual Effects (winner)

American Film Institute, Best Film (winner) British Academy Awards, Best Sound (nominated) British Academy Awards, Best Special Visual Effects (nominated) Broadcast Film Critics Association, Best Live Action Family Film (nominated) Broadcast Film Critics Association, Best Popular Movie (winner)

General Specifications: Language Options: English, French, Por, Spanish Subtitle Options: English, French, Spanish, Por Sound Processing: DD5.1: Dolby Digital w/ sub-woofer channel Additional Features: Disc One: Audio commentary by producer Laura Ziskin and screenwriter Alvin Sargent Spidey Sense 2.1-trivia track with integrated pop-ups that take you on the set during key scenes Disc Two: Sneak Peek: Spider-Man 3 Inside 2.1 featurette Multi-angle: Danny Elfman's score With Great Effort Comes Great Recognition featurette VFX Breakdowns - An in-depth look at the visual effects of Spider-Man 2.1 DVD Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1: 2.40:1 MPAA Rating: NR DVD Discs Included: 2 DVD Sides: 2 DVD DVD Region Code: 1 Content Length: 136 min   DVD Chapters: Disc #1 -- Spider-Man 2.1 [Extended Cut] 1. Main Titles [3:26] 2. Pizza Man [4:45] 3. J. Jonah Jameson [1:27] 4. Dr. Connors [1:13] 5. "Surprise!" [5:15] 6. Peter and MJ in the Backyard [3:13] 7. Mr. Ditkovich [1:55] 8. Otto Octavius [3:45] 9. Wash 'N' Dry [:38] 10. The Importance of Being Earnest [1:32] 11. Car Chase [1:43] 12. The Importance of Being on Time [:17] 13. Web Failure [1:00] 14. The Elevator [1:24] 15. Peter Calls MJ [1:03] 16. Otto's Demonstration [2:33] 17. Horror Hospital [2:05] 18. Ock Awakens to the Horror [:36] 19. New Villain in Town [6:03] 20. Doc Ock's Lair [:35] 21. Bank Heist [1:27] 22. Battle Building [1:18] 23. Planetarium Party [1:30] 24. Spidey Crash Lands in Alley [2:17] 25. Ock Rebuilds [:52] 26. Diagnosis [2:11] 27. Spider-Man No More [3:20] 28. "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head" [:03] 29. Peter Attends MJ's Play [4:59] 30. Jameson Gets the Suit [1:31] 31. Peter's Confession [1:49] 32. One More Little Chance [2:21] 33. Peter and the Burning Building [2:23] 34. Frustation [1:43] 35. Peter and Aunt May in the Backyard [2:49] 36. "My Back! My Back!" [1:47] 37. MJ Doubts John's the One [4:10] 38. "Do You Love Me, or Not?" [2:53] 39. Enter the Octopus [2:33] 40. He's Back [2:07] 41. Clock Tower Fight [3:52] 42. The Train [1:33] 43. A Train to Catch [1:21] 44. Grateful Train Passengers [2:28] 45. Harry Learns the Truth About Peter [2:24] 46. The Final Confrontation [1:16] 47. Peter Appeals to Otto [:49] 48. Web Love [2:48] 49. The Return of the Green Goblin [2:43] 50. Here Comes the Bride [2:41] 51. The Final Swing [2:14] 52. End Credits [3:10]