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4K BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critics Howard S. Berger, Steve Mitchell and Nathaniel Thompson. The commentators cover a wide range of topics, from the evolution of Sidney Lumet's career and the real story and conception of Serpico to the visual style of the film and the presence of New York City in it.
BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critics Howard S. Berger, Steve Mitchell and Nathaniel Thompson. The commentators cover a wide range of topics, from the evolution of Sidney Lumet's career and the real story and conception of Serpico to the visual style of the film and the presence of New York City in it.
- Sidney Lumet, Cineaste New York - a wonderful video interview in which director Sidney Lumet discusses the production history of Serpico, his life, career, and what makes New York City such an exciting place. In English, not subtitled. (31 min).
- Looking for Al Pacino - Jack J. Cambria, NYPD commanding officer, filmmakers Jerry Schatzberg (The Panic in Needle Park, Scarecrow), Michael Radford (The Merchant of Venice), and Jack Garfein (Something Wild) discuss the real Frank Serpico, director Sidney Lumet's legacy, and Al Pacino's performance in Serpico. In English, not subtitled. (31 min).
- Serpico: From Real to Reel - in this archival program, producer Martin Bregman recalls how Peter Maas' novel appeared on his radar and what motivated him to make Serpico. Mr. Bregman also recalls his first encounter with producer Dino De Laurentiis and interactions with Al Pacino. In English, not subtitled. (10 min).
- Inside Serpico - in this archival program, Sidney Lumet discusses his working methods and the shooting of Serpico. Also, there are some very interesting comments about Al Pacino's transition from The Godfather and mental transformation while playing Serpico. In English, not subtitled. (13 min).
- Serpico: Favorite Moments - in this archival program, producer Martin Bregman and Sidney Lumet name their favorite moments from Serpico. In English, not subtitled. (3 min).
- Photo Gallery with Commentary - presented here is a collection of promotional stills for Serpico with a commentary by Sidney Lumet. In English, not subtitled. (5 min).
- Trailer - presented here is a vintage U.S. trailer for Serpico. In English, not subtitled. (5 min).
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