- Actors: Denzel Washington, John Goodman, Donald Sutherland, Embeth Davidtz, James Gandolfini
- Directors: Gregory Hoblit
- Writers: Nicholas Kazan
- Producers: Charles Roven, Dawn Steel, Elon Dershowitz, Kelley Smith-Wait, Nicholas Kazan
- Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, Widescreen, NTSC
- Language: English
- Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
- Region: (US and Canada This DVD will probably NOT be viewable in other countries. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
- Number of discs: 1
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- Studio: Warner Home Video
- Release Date: Jun 16 1998
- Run Time: 124 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (79 customer reviews)
- ASIN: 0780622537
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#14,423 in DVD (See Top 100 in DVD)
- #66 in DVD > Mystery & Suspense > Crime > Detectives
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Although it received mixed reactions from critics and audiences alike when released in 1998, this supernatural thriller benefits from a sustained atmosphere of anticipation and dread, and its combination of detective mystery and demonic mischief is handled with ample style and intelligence. Under the direction of Gregory Hoblit (who fared better with Primal Fear), Denzel Washington plays detective John Hobbes, who witnesses the gas-chamber execution of a serial killer (Elias Koteas). But when another series of murders begins, Hobbes suspects that the killer's evil spirit has survived and is possessing the bodies of others to do its evil bidding. Even Hobbes's trusted partner (John Goodman) thinks the detective is losing his grip on reality, but the dire warnings of a noted linguist (Embeth Davidtz) confirm Hobbes's far-out theory, and his case intensifies toward a fateful showdown. Although its idea is better than its execution, and the story's film noir ambitions are never fully accomplished, this slickly directed thriller has some genuinely effective moments in which evil forces are entwined into the fabric of everyday reality. Among the highlights is a memorable scene in which Detective Hobbes must track the killer as the evil spirit is transferred between many people via physical contact. Even if the film is ultimately less than the sum of its parts, it's an intriguing hybrid that resides in the same cinematic neighborhood as Seven and The Silence of the Lambs with a cast that also includes Donald Sutherland and James Gandolfini. Included on the DVD is a full-length audio commentary by director Hoblit, screenwriter Nicholas Kazan, and producer Charles Roven. --Jeff Shannon
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3.0 out of 5 stars
For Fans of the Genre And Or The Primary Actors,
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This review is from: Fallen (Widescreen/Full Screen) (DVD)
"Fallen", is a film I enjoyed because of Denzel Washington and his partner in the film John Goodman. If these actors had not been the focus of the film I likely would have watched the entire piece but would have found it to be poor overall.I am a hard sell on films involving the supernatural. I find the topic difficult to portray without appearing cliché. There have been some amazing exceptions, but this film is not one of them. The tale here is of a demon passing from one person to another via touch or the distance a single breath can travel in 500 cubits. The word cubit may be familiar if you recall biblical measurements and Noah's directions for building his Ark. In this case, it is said in the movie to be one sixth of a mile. This is a film to watch if you either like the genre or you like the primary actors. If you are fortunate to be a fan of both, the film will be very enjoyable. And, as a bonus, there is a nice bit of twistery at the film's close.
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1.0 out of 5 stars
Why God, Why?,
By A Customer
This review is from: Fallen (Widescreen/Full Screen) (DVD)
If it weren't for the fact that this movie had been released 10 years prior (Shocker) and ten times (more like 100) better, The Excorcist, this could have been a decent film. Instead we are treated to a bland narration and bland performances from some incredible actors. And don't get me started on the damn ending.
4.0 out of 5 stars
authentically creepy and mysterious,
By falcon "disdressed12" (canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Fallen (Widescreen/Full Screen) (DVD)
this is a genuinely creepy and mysterious movie,and it maintains that
atmosphere throughout,but stops just short of being oppressive.Denzel Washington is the main attraction,and is very good,but the ensemble supporting cast are also strong.John Goodman,Donald Sutherland Embeth Davidtz(June Bug)James Gandolfini and Elias Koteas are the core group of supporting players.Gregory Hoblit(Primal Fear)directed this movie.he's directed at least three or four movies i have really liked.the suspense is high in this one,and there are a few twists and turns that you may or may not find predictable.there's also some good action and intensity to keep you engaged in the proceedings.the ending though,leaves more questions than answers,so some may find that frustrating.in this case,it worked for me.though not a masterpiece,this is still a very good movie.for me,Fallen is a 4/5
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