Product: Who Framed Roger Rabbit [VHS] (1988)
Rating: 5.0
"I'm Not Bad
.... I'm just drawn that way," warns Jessica Rabbit to a rather excited Eddie Valiant in the landmark movie, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit". And trust me, there is nothing bad in the newest and most complete DVD release of this film.This film still remains a classic, and retains the highbar status of melting live-action with animination. Bob Hoskins plays Eddie, a down on his luck private eye, assigned by R. K. Maroon to do some undercover work. His findings set in motion the wonderfully creative story. Part film noir, part hysterical comedy, part magic, this film blends so many elements together to produce an incredible product.The DVD release is also pure magic. Finally, for fans and newbies alike, this DVD treats the film with the respect it deserves. The two disk set gives you a wealth of information on the film, from its making to deleted scenes, to commentaries. It's amazing just to watch the film, but to learn about how this film was made will astonish you. I particularly enjoyed the "deleted scene", which in reality is a series of scenes cut out that were hysterical. Little gems like this really make for a great buy.Back to the film, everytime I watch this movie, and perhaps this happens to you, you FORGET that Roger, Jessica, and many other characters, are animated. It's in that suspension of belief that lies the reality of it all. The filmmakers were successful in their goals of doing that. No, they were more than successful, they were the magicians. Who Framed Roger Rabbit will stand as a testament to the art of filmmaking at its finest.If you are a DVD collector, you must click the button to the right and order this gem immediately!