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Death to Smoochy

Death to Smoochy

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 Actors: Robin Williams, Edward Norton, Catherine Keener, Danny DeVito, Jon Stewart, Pam Ferris
Director: Danny DeVito
Language: ENGLISH: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
ENGLISH: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 (48kHz, 24-bit)
Subtitles: English
Region: Region A
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number of Discs: 1
Rating: R
Orig Release Date: 2002
Studio: Shout Factory
Release Date: 8/13/2024
Run Time: 109 Min.
Special Features:
  • Commentary features director/actor Danny DeVito and cinematographer Anastas Michos.
  • "Magic Moments" (12:43, HD) is a video conference interview with actor Danny Woodburn, who was new to bigger budget filmmaking, delighted to be part of the production. The interviewee offers memories of director/actor Danny DeVito, whom he called "papa" during the shoot, responding to his special energy and permitted a chance to participate in improvisational efforts. Thoughts on co-star Robin Williams are provided, describing his sensitive ways, also sharing an anecdote about a special dinner he joined with an all-star line-up of A-list actors. Woodburn also details some technical achievements from the shoot and reflects on the release of "Death to Smoochy," suggesting it was too out there for audiences.
  • "Rainbow Stitch" (7:24, HD) is a video conference interview with costume designer Jane Ruhm, who first worked with director/actor Danny DeVito on "Amazing Stories," reteaming with the helmer on "Matilda." Ruhm shares her feelings on DeVito and his enthusiasm for filmmaking, also highlighting star Ed Norton's input on the creation of Smoochy, making sure he was the final say on the color of the costume. She also explores time with Robin Williams, and shows off a Smoochy toy handed out as a wrap gift.
  • "Symphony of Chaos" (6:43, HD) is a video conference interview with composer David Newman, who recalls his early collaborations with Danny DeVito, who loved his work on 1986's "Critters," hiring him for "Throw Momma from the Train." The interviewee details his time with the songs in "Death to Smoochy," working closely with star Robin Williams, helping him navigate the tone of the music. Newman also reflects on the film's disastrous theatrical release, suggesting it was "a little ahead of its time."
  • Behind the Scenes (7:38, SD) is a rather random assortment of filmmaking moments, but BTS energy is there, watching the production team at work pulling off director Danny DeVito's vision for "Death to Smoochy."
  • Extended and Deleted Scenes (6:26, SD) are supported with information explaining why the moments were cut out of "Death to Smoochy."
  • Bloopers and Outtakes (5:27, SD) provides a looked at flubbed lines, laughing fits, and Robin Williams insanity.
  • Image Galleries include "Behind the Scenes" (1:26), "Production Design" (:26), "Costume Design" (:59), "Art Materials" (2:20), "Production Stills" (2:38), and "Smoochy's Summer Vacation" (2:28), which is a slide show of memories from cinematographer Anastas Michos, who took a Smoochy doll with him while traveling with his family.
  • Theatrical Trailer #1 (2:37, SD) and Theatrical Trailer #2 (1:57, HD)
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