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Vanilla Sky (2001)

Tom Cruise , Penélope Cruz , Cameron Crowe  |  R |  DVD
3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (608 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Tom Cruise, Penélope Cruz, Cameron Diaz, Kurt Russell, Jason Lee
  • Directors: Cameron Crowe
  • Writers: Cameron Crowe, Alejandro Amenábar, Mateo Gil
  • Producers: Cameron Crowe, Bill Block, Danny Bramson, Donald J. Lee Jr.
  • Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
  • Language: English, French
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: R (Restricted)
  • Studio: Paramount
  • DVD Release Date: May 21, 2002
  • Run Time: 136 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (608 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005JKMZ
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,886 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Vanilla Sky" on IMDb

Special Features

  • Two featurettes:
  • - "Prelude To A Dream" an introduction
  • - "Hitting It Hard" behind-the-scenes look
  • An interview with Paul McCartney
  • Music video "Afrika Shox" by Leftfield/ Afrika Bambaataa
  • Photo gallery with audio introduction by photographer Neal Preston
  • Unreleased teaser trailer
  • International theactrical trailer

Editorial Reviews

Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz, Penelope Cruz. Cameron Crowe's thrilling remake of Open Your Eyes , a sexy psychological tale of wealth, desire and true beauty. 2001/color/136 min/R/widescreen.

Customer Reviews

The plot just moves around and the ending just seemed to ruin the film. R. Ingram  |  85 reviewers made a similar statement
The script was great, i thought. so... well yeah. i guess it was a good movie. david yoon  |  69 reviewers made a similar statement
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110 of 120 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Stunning Masterpiece March 26, 2005
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
As you can see from the customer reviews bouncing between loving and hating this movie, it is not for everyone.

The first time I saw this movie in the theater I was unable to move when it was over. I was utterly stunned. I can count on one hand the times this has happened to me over a lifetime of movie viewing.

Tom Cruise plays David Aames, a rich young man who has inherited a publishing empire from his late father. Cameron Diaz is the girlfriend he really doesn't care about, and Jason Lee plays his best (and perhaps only) friend. Aames is utterly disconnected from his own life, and seems to care little about anything. One night his friend (Lee) brings an intriguing dancer (Penelope Cruz) to his birthday party. Cruise takes up with Cruz, but then experiences a waking nightmare that destroys his life. I can't reveal more of the plot without giving it away, and I suggest you NOT read any more reviews of this film and just see it--otherwise you'll deprive yourself of one incredible movie ride.

This movie is visually spectacular. There are scenes that set off the dive klaxon deep within my brain but I couldn't figure out why until much later in the film when the plot is revealed. What is this film? Science fiction? Yes, but... A psychological thriller? Yes, but... A love story? Yes, ultimately.

It's better not to categorize Vanilla Sky, and just enjoy (or not enjoy) it. I think this movie either works on you, or it doesn't. And this is probably the most polarizing movie I have ever seen. You'll either love it or hate it.

Jason Lee and Cameron Diaz give the performances of their careers. I would have said the same of Cruise, but then he uncorked Collateral. Kurt Russell has a relatively small part as Cruise's psychologist, but he nails it perfectly.

Vanilla Sky is based on Spanish filmmaker Alejandro Amenábar's Abre Los Ojos (Open Your Eyes). I liked Vanilla Sky a lot more than Abre Los Ojos, unlike most American remakes of foreign films, because it contains additional scenes and more spectacular visuals. However, an English-only speaker like me can't really make a fair comparision because there are so many subtitles to watch in Abre Los Ojos it makes it hard to watch the actors. Penelope Cruz plays the same role in both films.

The real value of this film is that it makes you think about what (and more importantly, who) is at the core of your own life, and how will you feel about how you have lived when the clock runs out?

Vanilla Sky is a rare movie--unique in plot, and made with passion and care. I can't guarantee you'll like it, but there is no other movie more worth taking a chance on.
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38 of 45 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!!! June 5, 2004
Format:DVD
hmm...I wonder what makes all these people say that Vanilla Sky was a horrible movie? Perhaps it's the fact that they did not or could not understand the film. I own Vanilla Sky and Abre Los Ojos (Open Your Eyes) and i must say that Vanilla Sky lived up to, and went beyond all expectations. If you've seen Abre, then I would highly recommend seeing Vanilla Sky. The acting in Abre was great, but the cinematography of Vanilla was even better. Intriguing film that will have you scratching your head until the very end. A definite MUST SEE!
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17 of 21 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars An amazing film that could have been stellar June 26, 2004
Format:DVD
I have watched Vanilla Sky three times now, and every time it has left me powerfully affected. It deals with many topics that interest me, particularly the study of dreams vs. reality, and the nature of relationships, and love. There is much that is very good about it, however it contains one major flaw that prevents it from being truly great.
The acting, is overall top notch. Jason Lee turns in yet again another stellar supporting role; he radiates charisma in this performance, and fits the role given perfectly. Cameron Diaz is a fine choice for Julianna, she brings an almost maniacal sense of urgency to her character that was both disturbing and complusively watchable; she simply looks amazing on film. Tom Cruise performs more than adaquetly as well, and perhaps the greatest kudos must be given to Penelope Cruz, who simply lights up the screen here. Her charisma is unmistakable, and she infuses this film with life and vibrancy. This is a film with many powerful images, be it the gorgeous vanilla skies that soar over New York within the dream, or the (SPOILER) unforgettable image of Cruise's David Aames waving farewell to his disfigured reflection in the mirror. It entices in the first viewing, draws you in irresistably, and apon further viewings still moves with great pacing, and many subtle clues and hints can be found that help the viewer understand the nature of David Aame's reality. My only real complaint is that Cameron Crowe for some inexplicable reason (though it certainly must have been because of confused test audiencies, those who this film is not intended for anyway) chose to come out at the end of the film and blatantly reveal all of the films secrets and twists; he talks to the viewer as if we were 5 years old and need him to hold our hand. This film could have been very similar in nature to, and even rivaled Lynch's masterpiece Mulholland Drive had Crowe not chosen to do so, and it is very disappointing that he did in fact choose to do so. But this aside, the film is very compelling and often powerful. I still love the questions it raises concerning love (if his love with Sofia wasnt "real", than does it still have meaning?), and the image of "I will find you in another life, when we are both cats" that so powerfully emphasizes the power that love can have, and the joy and awe surrounding that human emotion. For a similar image look in the closing chapters of the novel The Amber Spyglass by Philip Pullman. But i digress. This film is solid, even coming from hollywood, and with big name stars attached. I would certainly recommend it to anyone who is willing to be challenged slightly by the film they watch, and those who love to be moved.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Nice Twist Ending
I had heard that people either loved or hated this movie, and I would say I liked it very much.
Despite an ending that was a bit hokey, it did tie up the story very well and... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Thomas Lhamon
5.0 out of 5 stars Great film
Really enjoyed all the twists! Cruise was very convincing as a playboy with a destroyed mind, I had a hard time figuring out what any reality was, which I think was the point.
Published 5 days ago by boss3668
3.0 out of 5 stars Okay
This is a movie that is hit or miss for me. I think that the viewer has to be looking for a certain kind of experience to enjoy this movie. Read more
Published 19 days ago by D. Franklin
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible piece of work!
An original script with a story that seems to take shape before your eyes, this is a masterpiece of cinematography. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bfitty
3.0 out of 5 stars okay
I was not crazy about this movie. I like these kinds of movies but this was not what I expected.
Published 1 month ago by kathy galindo
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Movie
I don't want to even give the perspective of this movie, as that would tend to spoil the way it unfolds. It is more than meets the eye. Read more
Published 1 month ago by TodPkg
1.0 out of 5 stars defective Dvd
This DVD had a double screen viewing 1/2 on one side of the screen and the other half on the other side of the sreen.
Published 1 month ago by Harrington Wong
5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite movie
It's my favorite movie but the original feeling I got from watching it can only happen once. Once the curtain is pulled back you can't close it again. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Reenie M
4.0 out of 5 stars It's good!
This is one I find myself returning to from time to time, so it couldn't be horrible. Check it out, if you haven't before!
Published 2 months ago by Derek Scranton
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my best movies ever...
If you discover the real meaning of this movie, you'll know how beautiful this movie is! Just different and one of the best movies I have ever watched! Read more
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When does the blu ray for Vanilla Sky come out?
No idea. I really hope it's soon, though. Vanilla Sky is one of my all-time favorites (even though it seems like most people who see it don't understand it).
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