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- Commentary features co-writer/director Joel Schumacher.
- "Joel Schumacher Remembers 'St. Elmo's Fire'" (14:21, SD) is an interview with the co-writer/director of the film, who was in the process of making "D.C. Cab" when inspiration struck to explore Georgetown and its inhabitants, eventually partnering with his assistant Carl Kurlander to create a screenplay. Studio interest was minimal, as one executive lambasted Schumacher for creating "seven of the most unlikable humans he'd even seen in a screenplay." Technical credits are celebrated, including widescreen cinematography intended to keep all the characters together, helping to speed up the shoot. The origin of the "Brat Pack" label and magazine article is recalled, which was created during production on "St. Elmo's Fire." Casting is analyzed, highlighting the hiring of Demi Moore for her beauty, while Rob Lowe was laser focused on securing a part. The interviewee examines controversial story choices with Kirby's infatuation subplot, and he shares the speedy post-production process, as the release date was moved up to a summer release at the last minute. Schumacher also reflects on the success of the feature, and its shifting meaning from what was originally intended.
- Deleted Scenes (16:18, SD) are provided. Titles include "Too Young," "A New Car," "How About Lunch," "There is No Billy the Kid," "The Woman in the Fur Coat," "Someone Tell Me What Happened," "I'm a Loser," "Secret Obsession," "Just Pick a Date," "A Very Well-Dressed Fool," "Where's the Defroster," and "That's My Dad." While no major excised plot points are included here, the scenes do provide additional character dimension, especially Wendy and her difficult relationship with her father.
- Original Making Of Featurette (8:42, SD) is an EPK offering that attempts to sell this "story of the '80s." Interviewees include co-writer/director Joel Schumacher, producer Lauren Schuler, and actors Rob Lowe, Ally Sheedy, Mare Winningham, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, Andrew McCarthy, and Emilio Estevez. While no major revelations are included here, the cast receives a chance to discuss their characters, and Lowe discusses his quick jump from "Youngblood" to "St. Elmo's Fire," dealing with both movies at the same time.
- "Man in Motion" (4:14, SD) is a music video for the monster hit, Lisa Simpson-approved song from "St. Elmo's Fire," performed by John Parr.
- Theatrical Trailer (1:31, HD)
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