Product Details

• Actors: Jason Schwartzman, Jude Law, Naomi Watts, Mark Wahlberg, Dustin Hoffman
• Directors: David O. Russell
• Writers: David O. Russell, Jeff Baena
• Producers: David O. Russell, Dara Weintraub, Gregory Goodman, Michael Kuhn, Scott Rudin
• Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, NTSC, Special Edition, Subtitled, Widescreen, Full Screen
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1), Spanish (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround)
• Subtitles: English, Spanish
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 2
• Rated: R (Restricted)
• Studio: 20th Century Fox
• DVD Release Date: February 22, 2005
• Run Time: 107 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (216 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0006TPE4M
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #22,371 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
• Learn more about "I Heart Huckabees (Two-Disc Special Edition)" on IMDb

Editorial Reviews

Additional Features

Since I Heart Huckabees is the kind of film that inspires deep loyalty among its defenders, it's only fitting that this two-disc special edition offers an abundance of bonus features catering to devoted fans. Writer-director David O. Russell's existential screwball comedy was also issued with the commentary tracks included here: the first is Russell on his own, providing a more low-key assessment of the film and the Buddhist philosophical endeavors that inspired it; he's not the raving lunatic that Sharon Waxman's scathing 2004 profile in The New York Times would lead you to believe. The second commentary, with Russell and his primary cast, is much more of a party-like romp, strictly optional but entertaining for anyone curious about anecdotes from a production that was apparently a lot of fun. Much more interesting, however, is Charlie Rose's half-hour interview with Russell, Lily Tomlin, and Dustin Hoffman, which includes deeper insights (both thoughtful and funny) and Hoffman's semi-offended reaction when Russell refers (with purely complimentary intentions) to Hoffman's "era" of actors.

The 35-minute "Production Surveillance" documentary (partially shot by Russell's director friend and Three Kings costar Spike Jonze) is also a lot of fun, showing Russell's very loose working methods (he runs multiple cameras and often directs his actors throughout a take), and including ample evidence of Hoffman's off-screen humor. (It's also fascinating for anyone who wants to see Jude Law, Jason Schwartzman, and Hoffman sporting a very realistic prosthetic pair of lactating breasts.) For a film as frenetically improvised as Huckabees, 51 minutes of deleted and extended scenes is strictly overkill, of interest only to those who crave a few extra glimpses of the film's philosophical lunacy. On the other hand, the features devoted to music composer Jon Brion (including music videos and behind-the-scenes footage with optional Russell commentary, are worthwhile for Brion's fans and anyone interested in the nature of his collaboration with Russell. Disc 2 is rounded out by four minutes of outtakes; the complete half-hour "Detective Infomercial" and "Open Spaces Coalition" public service announcements, and "Huckabees" promo spots glimpsed briefly in the film; and behind-the-scenes profiles of production designer KK Barrett and costume designer Mark Bridges. It's all a bit more than necessary for a film like Huckabees, but it's certainly a definitive wealth of material, most of it above-average. --Jeff Shannon

Product Description

Dustin Hoffman and Lily Tomlin lead an all-star cast including Jude Law, Naomi Watts and Mark Walhberg in this outrageous comedy from director/co-writer David O. Russell (Three Kings). Kindhearted but confused activist Andrew Markovski hires a pair of screwball "existential detectives" (Hoffman and Tomlin) to help him find the meaning of life. All the while, a sexy, French author (Isabelle Huppert) is trying to throw a wrench in their plan by seducing andrew's mind and body.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

66 of 73 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Test Whether You'll Love or Hate this Love It or Hate It Movie July 30, 2006

By Danusha V. Goska

Format:DVD

"I Heart Huckabees" is the ultimate love it / hate it movie. Few will say, "I could either go see 'I Heart Huckabees' or whatever else is playing at the multiplex."

Me? I loved "I Heart Huckabees." I loved it so much I can't even review it. I loved every performance, every line of dialogue; I loved it so much I want to form a club with others who loved this movie ... Normally, I can't stand Jason Schwartzman, and even he didn't ruin it for me.

How can you tell which camp you'll fall into? Here's a test. Agree or Disagree with the following statements:

1.) My friends and family tell me I think too much, and that my life would be much easier if I would just relax and not rock the boat.

2.) I've tried meditation, but gotten sidetracked when I found myself imagining taking a machete to people who annoy me.

3.) I could pick Franz Kafka out of a line-up that included Jean Paul Satre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Buster Keaton.

4.) The thought of sex with a nihilist leaves me contemplating nothingness, and yet strangely aroused.

5.) I've always wanted to see Marky Mark bicycle in fireman's knee-high rubber boots, while protesting the world petroleum crisis.

6.) I once lost a girlfriend / boyfriend to someone who was cover-model pretty / handsome, but had no soul, and that, yet again, caused me to think too much, and then to meditate, and then to imagine the whole machete thing.

7.) I think that the objectification of women is shallow and obscene, and Amish bonnets turn me on.

8.) Dustin Hoffman does a faux friendly, "I've got your nuts in my cracker" smile better and better as he ages.

9.) Lily Tomlin is reason enough to see any movie.

10.) Cruely, Manipulation, Meaninglessness.

Give yourself as many points as you want for each "yes" answer, and then give yourself an equal number of points for each "no" answer. Cause, you know? It's all one.

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars In my crazy world, weird = compelling... December 28, 2005

By D. Gold

Format:DVD

Let me start off by saying, if you like "weird" movies that tend to draw a cult following (i.e. Napoleon Dynamite), you SHOULD love this gem. I did. If you want to know what the movie is about, read the back of the display case or any of the hundred or so reviews on Amazon.com. Let me provide you with some compelling reasons to purchase this disc: 1) Make no mistake, this film is WEIRD; 2) It has an underlying feel-good tone, making it a perfect flick to come home to after a crappy day at the office; 3) It ranks high on the "re-watchability" scale; 4) While the humor isn't for everyone, those that do find it funny, find it EXTREMELY funny; 5) The cinematography was very interesting and incorporated elements that I had never seen before in a film; 6) The soundtrack made an already funny film, funnier (and weirder); 7) The star-studded cast really nailed their roles; 8) I'd buy it for the "dinner scene" alone. All in all, this movie isn't for everyone, but those who enjoy it, enjoy it immensely. Please feel free to disagree with my opinion; let us compare opinions, invite a few more points of view, and debate, like the humans we are.

22 of 26 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This IS a DIVINE COMEDY!! June 27, 2005

By Griot Lover

Format:DVD

Thank you for I (HEART) Huckabees! Any attempt to consider the kinds of questions this film takes on are always welcome in my home. I was happy to see such a talented and varied team of professionals working on this film. This is a testament to their own open-mindedness and courage. I was fascinated throughout, not only by the performances of the actors, but also by the way in which the screenwriter presented his ideas...and the music...that was pretty cool too.

The film has been recapped already in these reviews. I have a checklist of who I think would particularly like this movie:

1. Anybody going through a big transition in their life (death, breakup of a relationsihp, change of work, moving).

2. Anybody who hears, contemplates or practices the teachings of Buddhism in all of its garden variety manifestations.

3. Anybody who knows they survived a difficult childhood (in one way or the other).

4. Anybody into philosophy - particularly Existentialism or other Eastern philosophies besides Buddhism - like Hinduism or Zen.

5. Anybody who wonders why I have not included their particular "TRIP" in this check list: so if you are a Southern Baptist, an inmate on Rikers Island, a European financier, a female CEO, a refugee from Sudan or your typical run of the mill, ordinary, imperfect human being...consider yourself on the list too.

CHECK IT OUT!!!