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Indiana Jones Trilogy - Special Editions

Released by Lucasfilm Ltd. and Paramount Home Entertainment, Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Special Edition DVDs boast all-new, exclusive bonus features that dig deeper into the making of these cinematic milestones than ever before. The bonus features provide never-before-seen explorations of the making of these classic movies and showcase the characters, action and extraordinary visual effects that have made the movies indelible cinematic treasures.

Release: 14/10/2008

 

 

Raiders of the Lost ArkIndiana Jones and the
Raiders of the Lost Ark

Special Edition DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 2.0 Surround and Spanish 2.0 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc includes the following special features:

  • Raiders of the Lost Ark: An Introduction by Steven Spielberg & George Lucas (7:47)
  • Indiana Jones: An Appreciation—The cast and crew of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull pay tribute to the original trilogy. (11:40)
  • The Melting Face - A recreation of the amazing physical effect of the villain's melting face in Raiders of the Lost Ark, including Steven Spielberg and George Lucas commenting on the evolution of visual effects and CGI. (8:49)
  • Storyboard Sequence - The Well of Souls (4:16)
  • Galleries
    - Illustrations & Props (110)
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    Production Photographs & Portraits (190)
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    Effects/ILM (93)
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    Marketing (46)
  • Lego Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures Game Demo and Trailer (1:19)

 

Indiana Jones and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

Special Edition DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 2.0 Surround and Spanish 2.0 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc includes the following special features:

  • Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom: An Introduction by Steven Spielberg & George Lucas (5:59)
  • Creepy Crawlies - Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and Frank Marshall reminisce about snakes, bugs and rats. (11:54)
  • Locations - Travel across the world to discover where the films take place and where they were shot. (10:30)
  • Storyboard Sequence - The Mine Cart Chase (2:31)
  • Galleries
    - Illustrations & Props (52)
    - Production Photographs & Portraits (118)
    - Effects/ILM (40)
    - Marketing (34)
  • Lego Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures Game Demo and Trailer (1:19)

 

Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeIndiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Special Edition DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 2.0 Surround and Spanish 2.0 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc includes the following special features:

  • Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: An Introduction by Steven Spielberg & George Lucas (6:13)
  • The Women: The American Film Institute Tribute - The three Indiana Jones women (Karen Allen, Kate Capshaw and Alison Doody) reunite for a discussion. (9:23)
  • Friends and Enemies - Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and Indiana Jones writers discuss how they created the most iconic characters in film history, including a look at new faces in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. (10:46)
  • Storyboard Sequence - The Opening Sequence (3:40)
  • Galleries
    - Illustrations & Props (53)
    - Production Photographs & Portraits (122)
    - Effects/ILM (52)
    - Marketing (16)
  • Lego Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures Game Demo and Trailer (1:19)

 

Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeIndiana Jones and the
Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

Special Edition DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with THX Certified Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 5.1 Surround and Spanish 5.1 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The two-disc set includes the following special features:

Disc 1:

  • The Return of a Legend - The evolution of the new film and a tribute to the legendary hero and his creators. (17:32)
  • Pre-Production - Follows Steven Spielberg as he creates animatic sequences, Shia LaBeouf as he learns to swordfight and captures the reunion of filmmakers and cast on the soundstage. (11:41)

Disc 2:

  • Production Diary: Making Kingdom of the Crystal Skull - Join filmmakers, cast and crew for a complete look at the making of the film:
    - Shooting Begins: New Mexico (14:15)
    - Back To School: New Haven, Connecticut (10:12)
    - Welcome to the Jungle: Hilo, Hawaii (6:21)
    - On-Set Action (27:20)
    - Exploring Akator (14:22)
    - Wrapping Up! (7:23)
  • Warrior Makeup (5:37)
  • The Crystal Skulls (10:13)
  • Iconic Props (9:57)
  • The Effects of Indy (22:40)
  • Adventures in Post Production (12:42)
  • Closing: Team Indy (3:45)
  • Pre-Visualization Sequences:
    - Area 51 Escape (3:54)
    - Jungle Chase (5:50)
    - Ants Attack (4:32)
  • Galleries
    - The Art Department: The Adventure Begins (29), Cemetery and Jungle (38), Akator (101)
    - Stan Winston Studio: Corpses, Skeletons & Mummies (34), Aliens & Crystal Skulls (42)
    - Production Photographs (72)
    - Portraits (63)
    - Behind-the-Scenes Photographs (39)
  • Trailers: Theatrical Trailer 2 (1:48), Theatrical Trailer 3 (1:51), Indiana Jones: The Ultimate Action Hero (1:08)
  • LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures Game Demo

 

Press Releases

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (March 3, 2008) - According to the American Film Institute, he's the greatest action-adventure hero of all time - and his unforgettable exploits can be relished by fans old and new as never before when all three INDIANA JONES movies debut as individual Special Edition DVDs and in an all-new box set on May 13.

Released by Lucasfilm Ltd. and Paramount Home Entertainment, Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Special Edition DVDs boast all-new, exclusive bonus features that dig deeper into the making of these cinematic milestones than ever before. All three were originally restored and remastered in 2003. Created with fans of all ages in mind, the bonus features provide never-before-seen explorations of the making of these classic movies and showcase the characters, action and extraordinary visual effects that have made the movies indelible cinematic treasures.

Each film makes its DVD debut just days before the highly anticipated return of the "Man in the Hat" in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.

"An entire generation of movie lovers will get to see these classic films in a digital format that makes them even more amazing than when they were first in theaters," said Howard Roffman, Vice President of Lucasfilm Ltd. "These new, individual DVDs are a fantastic way to introduce young audiences to the unforgettable, action-packed adventures of the most daring archaeologist in the world."

Directed by Steven Spielberg from stories by executive producer George Lucas, the three INDIANA JONES movies earned six Academy Awards and nearly $1.2 billion worldwide. From the groundbreaking excitement of Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) to the sinister mysteries of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) and the father-son adventure of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989), the heroic Dr. Jones continues to delight audiences with his thrilling on-screen exploits.

Previously available only in a trilogy box set, the three films of THE ADVENTURES OF INDIANA JONES were restored and remastered to deliver an exceptional viewing experience to existing enthusiasts and a whole new generation of fans. All-new bonus content delves into the making of the legendary series as the filmmakers and cast look back and a new world of adventure opens up with Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and others offering hints about what to expect in the newest installment.

 

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (August 12, 2008) - The highest-grossing installment of the phenomenally popular adventure franchise, with more than $770 million at the global box office, Paramount Pictures and Lucasfilm Ltd.'s Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull will make its highly anticipated debut on DVD and Blu-ray October 14.

Released by Lucasfilm Ltd. and Paramount Home Entertainment, the film will be available as a two-disc Special Edition DVD and Blu-ray loaded with spectacular bonus features that allow viewers to accompany the filmmakers and cast on a fascinating journey behind-the-scenes of this modern classic.

Directed by Steven Spielberg and produced by Frank Marshall, with George Lucas and Kathleen Kennedy as executive producers, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is the newest adventure in the phenomenally successful INDIANA JONES series, which has earned six Academy Awards and over $2 billion worldwide.

Set in 1957, the film stars Harrison Ford, Cate Blanchett, Karen Allen, Shia LaBeouf, Ray Winstone and John Hurt, following Indy on a perilous adventure to find the coveted Crystal Skull of Akator. From the ivy-covered halls of Marshall College to the verdant jungles of South America, Indy is relentlessly pursued by sinister Soviet agents who will stop at nothing to get their hands on the eerie object of fascination.

The two-disc Special Edition DVD and Blu-ray presentations feature hours of new content that opens up the world of Indiana Jones as never before through in-depth footage of Steven Spielberg and his cast and crew at work. From Shia LaBeouf's training to become a master swordsman to Harrison Ford's reunion with his fedora, whip...and Karen Allen as Marion Ravenwood, viewers will play witness to the magic of cinema's greatest action-adventure hero's triumphant return to the big screen, as well as the of the extraordinary work of legendary artists who brought Indy's latest thrilling adventure to life.

The Blu-ray disc 1 also features three Indiana Jones Timelines. Explore the movie through interactive timelines that include video featurettes, in-depth information and unique imagery:
  • Story Timeline: Showcases the key events of the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull storyline.
  • Production Timeline: A Making-of chronology for Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.
  • Historical Timeline: Dives into the real-world historical influences that are referenced in the film.

In addition, all four INDIANA JONES films will be showcased in the quintessential Indiana Jones collection entitled The Complete Adventure Collection, which will include the first three films plus the two-disc Special Edition DVD of the latest installment.

 

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