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Special Features
- Commentary by actors Tim Robbins and Kevin Bacon
- "Beneath the Surface" - featurette with cast and crew interviews
- "From Page to Screen" - making of the film featurette
- Selections from "The Charlie Rose Show" - full-length interviews with Clint Eastwood, Tim Robbins and Kevin Bacon
- Two trailers
- Complete CD soundtrack
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com
Superior acting, writing, and direction are on impressive display in the critically acclaimed Mystic River, Clint Eastwood's 24th directorial outing and one of the finest films of 2003. Sharply adapted by L.A. Confidential Oscar-winner Brian Helgeland from the novel by Dennis Lehane, this chilling mystery revolves around three boyhood friends in working-class Boston--played as adults by Tim Robbins, Sean Penn, and Kevin Bacon--drawn together by a crime from the past and a murder (of the Penn character's 19-year-old daughter) in the present. These dual tragedies arouse a vicious cycle of suspicion, guilt, and repressed anxieties, primed to explode with devastating and unpredictable results. Eastwood is perfectly in tune with this brooding material, giving his flawless cast (including Laura Linney, Marcia Gay Harden and Laurence Fishburne) ample opportunity to plumb the depths of a resonant human tragedy, leading to an ambiguous ending that qualifies Mystic River for contemporary classic status. --Jeff Shannon
Product Description
Drama. Mystic River tells the story of three men whose dark, interwoven history forces them to come to terms with a brutal murder on the mean streets of Boston.
DVD Features:
Audio Commentary:Commentary by Tim Robbins and Kevin Bacon
Documentaries:"Beneath the Surface": Documentary including Clint Eastwood's elaboration on why he made the film, interviews with the cast, and journey back to the steets of Boston with author Dennis Lehane. "From Page to Screen", Bravo special.
Interviews:Selections from the Charlie Rose Show including segments with Clint Eastwood, Tim Robbins and Kevin Bacon.
Theatrical Trailer:Pre-sale date is 4/2/04
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
119 of 146 people found the following review helpful
Clint Eastwood's adaptation of Dennis Lehane's wrenching best-seller, "Mystic River," is a remarkable achievement. Having read the book shortly before seeing the movie, I was impressed with Eastwood's faithfulness to the letter and spirit of Lehane's story.
Sean Penn plays Jimmy Markham (Marcus in the book), a small time hood who did a stint in prison almost two decades earlier. Jimmy now owns a grocery store, is a loving family man, and seems to have given up his criminal ways. As a child, Jimmy was a close friend of Sean Devine, who grew up to become a homicide detective, and Dave Boyle, played by the wonderful Tim Robbins. Boyle endured a terrible trauma as a child, and he is tortured by horrifying thoughts that he can never escape. When Jimmy's nineteen-year-old daughter, Katie, is found brutally murdered, Sean investigates with his partner, played by Laurence Fishburne, and the lives of the three old friends intersect once again.
The stellar cast of "Mystic River" is amazingly effective. Each actor completely inhabits his or her character. Sean Penn's performance is brutal and heart-rending, and Tim Robbins convincingly plays a man on the brink of madness. Supporting these fine actors are Laura Linney and Marcia Gay Harden, as Jimmy's and Dave's wives.
Eastwood wisely shot his film on the streets of Boston, and Tom Stern's atmospheric and skillful cinematography contribute to the film's realistic and dramatic look. "Mystic River" is a powerful drama about how desperate people react when they are under tremendous emotional pressure. This mythic tragedy proves Faulkner's dictum, "The past is never dead. It's not even past." The mistakes we make and the injuries that we suffer are always with us in one way or another. Kudos to Eastwood and his fine cast and crew on making an exceptional film.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I was knocked out by _Mystic River_. It truly lived up to the hype that had surrounded it for the months that I failed to see it in the theaters. Flawlessly directed by Clint Eastwood, _Mystic River_ has all of its bases covered-great filmmaking, directing, script, actors, etc. In the end, however, this movie comes down to the quality of the acting. Everyone is in this film. And I mean everyone. While Sean Penn steals the show in my book, his character has to compete with Tim Robbins, Laurence Fishburne, Kevin Bacon, Marcia Gay Harden, and Laura Linney. Everyone does a superb job and together they create a film that will quickly become a classic.
Many have knocked the film for its "unsatisfying" ending. Nothing could be farther from the truth. One has to wonder what these audience members expected-a happy, Hollywood ending where everyone joins hands and dances around the Maypole? Had _Mystic River_ fallen to these stale devices, the film would have blown up and taken hits for wasting all of its potential.
In my opinion, faulting this film for not having a "satisfying" ending is just to fundamentally disagree about what "satisfying" entails. If you want a "popcorn" flick that satisfies your desire to turn off your heart for ninety minutes, do not rent this film-it will not "satisfy" you. But if you want an original film with a compelling storyline and complex morality, this film definitely "satisfies." The emotions in this film are real. The actors are real. The performances are real. Robbins haunting performance at the end of the film is real. Are there loose ends? Yeah. Does the film leave you wondering? Sure. Is it a happy ending? No way. But all of these facts point to the very reason that the film succeeds.
Many have knocked the film for its "unsatisfying" ending. Nothing could be farther from the truth. One has to wonder what these audience members expected-a happy, Hollywood ending where everyone joins hands and dances around the Maypole? Had _Mystic River_ fallen to these stale devices, the film would have blown up and taken hits for wasting all of its potential.
In my opinion, faulting this film for not having a "satisfying" ending is just to fundamentally disagree about what "satisfying" entails. If you want a "popcorn" flick that satisfies your desire to turn off your heart for ninety minutes, do not rent this film-it will not "satisfy" you. But if you want an original film with a compelling storyline and complex morality, this film definitely "satisfies." The emotions in this film are real. The actors are real. The performances are real. Robbins haunting performance at the end of the film is real. Are there loose ends? Yeah. Does the film leave you wondering? Sure. Is it a happy ending? No way. But all of these facts point to the very reason that the film succeeds.
26 of 32 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
For my money, Clint Eastwood's gave a crowning achievement as a director,
March 10, 2008
Format:DVD
Again, I haven't read the book however the Movie does it all. I am sure there are things we all wish to forget. Moments in time in which our lives and the lives of others are altered by one singular movement, one phrase, or that one hockey shot that was just out of reach. Nothing is more true when it comes to the lives of Jimmy (Sean Penn), Sean (Kevin Bacon) and Dave (Tim Robbins). Mystic River is an emotional and amazing film about the reconciliation of three friends and their wives by the tragic murder of Jimmy's eldest daughter, Katie Markum (Emmy Rossum). This rough Boston suburb that lies on the bank of the Mystic River is thrown into sorrow and misery over the loss. Jimmy (Penn) makes a vow to find the killer of his daughter and end him and throw him into the Mystic.
The story is superb. Twists and turns and changing plot lines makes this story brilliantly unpredictable. It proves nothing is what it seems. Dealing with issues of child abduction and the effects it has on the future, Mystic River watches and deals with the change n the course of someone life. What something would be like if Dave hadn't gotten into that strangers car? Katie Markum would never had been born to be murdered.
The acting is bar none and has been recognized by the Academy by awarding Sean Penn and Tim Robbins best actor and best supporting role at the Oscars. Sean Penn was incredible in this film. He was so into his character. An angry gangster trying to move on with his life, and get out of his life of crime and deceit. To love his children and to be the best father he can be. Strong and determined, hard and angry he tries to deal with the grief of the loss of his last real memory of his late first wife. Penn is perfect in performing this role. Tim Robbins is also and incredible actor. A man who had been abused neglected. Finally admitting to himself of the abuse he felt. He kept himself bottled and up. An angry and almost psychopathic man, who is doing his best to try and overcome the terrors he experienced by hopping in the car. An ensemble cast also included: Laura Linney, Marcia Gay Haden, Laurence Fishburn.
Mystic River is truly amazing. Clint Eastwood is an incredible director. If you like Million Dollar Baby then you will simply love "Mystic River." Not to be missed.
The story is superb. Twists and turns and changing plot lines makes this story brilliantly unpredictable. It proves nothing is what it seems. Dealing with issues of child abduction and the effects it has on the future, Mystic River watches and deals with the change n the course of someone life. What something would be like if Dave hadn't gotten into that strangers car? Katie Markum would never had been born to be murdered.
The acting is bar none and has been recognized by the Academy by awarding Sean Penn and Tim Robbins best actor and best supporting role at the Oscars. Sean Penn was incredible in this film. He was so into his character. An angry gangster trying to move on with his life, and get out of his life of crime and deceit. To love his children and to be the best father he can be. Strong and determined, hard and angry he tries to deal with the grief of the loss of his last real memory of his late first wife. Penn is perfect in performing this role. Tim Robbins is also and incredible actor. A man who had been abused neglected. Finally admitting to himself of the abuse he felt. He kept himself bottled and up. An angry and almost psychopathic man, who is doing his best to try and overcome the terrors he experienced by hopping in the car. An ensemble cast also included: Laura Linney, Marcia Gay Haden, Laurence Fishburn.
Mystic River is truly amazing. Clint Eastwood is an incredible director. If you like Million Dollar Baby then you will simply love "Mystic River." Not to be missed.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mystic River
Great movie--compelling story--great acting. The cast is excellent. The dichotomy between Tim Robbins & Sean Penn is fascinating. Highly recommended
Published 12 days ago by Elizabeth C. Schleyer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wash Your Sins in the Mystic River
Wow! This film is a faithful and fantastic adaptation of Dennis Lehane's powerful novel. Dark, emotional, and gripping. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Joey
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Dark and Convoluted Story Which Still Looks Good in Blu-ray
Clint Eastwood, who directed this film, proves he is one of our best directors, and the cast representing families in a working class Connecticut town is excellent. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Zarathustra
5.0 out of 5 stars
A mesmerizing film
This review is a note for myself. All of these notes will provide a one-liner in the title to summarize my feelings of the film.
Published 1 month ago by Gene Kim
3.0 out of 5 stars
the is movie okay
This is a very long movie. That seems to drag but it you can watch it it not bad.
Sean peen plays a good role in this movie.
Sean peen plays a good role in this movie.
Published 1 month ago by Sean
4.0 out of 5 stars
Review of mystic river
Good movie. Sean Penn is a really good actor. He's come a long way from his role as Spicoli in Fast Times. Good twist at the end. Tim Robbins just can't catch a break lol. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Will R
4.0 out of 5 stars
Sean Penn is Fantastic (4 1/2 stars)
I was impressed with Mystic River. Being a fan of Sean Penn's earliest work, Taps and Fast Times at Ridgemont High, he absolutely blew away expectations in his role. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sauce
4.0 out of 5 stars
O Clint, Where art thou?
watching this movie today, 10 years after it was shot, makes you think what happened to Clint Eastwood these past few years. This movie is surley at the top of his creation. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Amiram Burg
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gripping Story. Excellent Acting. Stunning Emotional Impact.
My bargain-rack movie for last night was the "Mystic River" DVD starring Sean Penn, Tim Robbins and Kevin Baker and directed by Clint Eastwood. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Gary Peterson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mystic River
Very local. Very close. Very Good. Great Cast. ( I lived at one of the locations used in the film. ) Life in the 'hood. And that river keeps on flowing...
Published 2 months ago by TGFinn
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