The DVD version of the collection offers the first-time viewer and the collector a great viewing experience of these works in their most pristine format. Continued Cheryl Ledinger, senior vice president, marketing, Columbia TriStar Home Video. Columbia TriStar is delighted to join Warner Home Video and MGM Home Video in the creation of this definitive collection of films directed by one of the most innovative directors in movie history. The collection consists of some of the most celebrated and respected films ever made, including two of the American Film Institute's Top 100 American films of all time. In addition to the Warner Bros. titles, Columbia TriStar home Video is offering Dr. Strangelove, Kubrick's hysteria driven commentary on Cold War politics.
Consumers can purchase the collection as individual titles, or in a special, seven-title gift set.
All nine titles have been repacked and contain mini-reproduction cards of the original theatrical poster for each film. Additionally, the six Warner Bros. titles will contain the original theatrical trailers in both VHS and DVD versions. Viewers will experience a new appreciation for Kubrick's genius with the addition of The Making of The Shining, a 30-minute documentary by Vivian Kubrick, the director's daughter, included in the new VHS and DVD releases of the original film. The DVD release of this classic film is supplemented by a rare interview with Arthur C. Clarke who co-wrote the screenplay with Kubrick. With DVD, home entertainment technology has caught up with the theatrical vision and technical brilliance of Kubrick's masterpieces.