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Donnie Darko (Widescreen)

Starring: Drew Barrymore, Beth Grant Director: Richard Kelly

4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (612 customer reviews)

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Actors: Drew Barrymore, Beth Grant, Jake Gyllenhaal, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mary McDonnell
Directors: Richard Kelly
Format: NTSC, Subtitled
Language: English, French
Subtitles: English, Spanish
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Studio: 20th Century Fox
DVD Release Date: Feb 4 2003

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (612 customer reviews)

ASIN: B00005V3Z4
Amazon.ca Sales Rank: #15,561 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)
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#6 in DVD > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Fantasy > Time Travel
#78 in DVD > En fran�ais > Com�die > Com�dies fantastiques

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This unclassifiable but stunningly original film obliterates the walls between teen comedy, science fiction, family drama, horror, and cultural satire--and remains wildly entertaining throughout. Jake Gyllenhaal (October Sky) stars as Donnie, a borderline-schizophrenic adolescent for whom there is no difference between the signs and wonders of reality (a plane crash that decimates his house) and hallucination (a man-sized, reptilian rabbit who talks to him). Obsessed with the science of time travel and acutely aware of the world around him, Donnie is isolated by his powers of analysis and the apocalyptic visions that no one else seems to share. The debut feature of writer-director Richard Kelly, Donnie Darko is a shattering, hypnotic work that sets its own terms and gambles--rightfully so, as it turns out--that a viewer will stay aboard for the full ride. --Tom Keogh

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Si David Lynch devait un jour avoir un successeur, ce serait sans doute Richard Kelly II. Avec Donnie Darko, premier long métrage réalisé à 23 ans, ce cinéaste américain établit déjà les bases d’une carrière que l’on souhaite prolifique, tant ce film est impressionnant.

Donnie Darko est un adolescent tourmenté. Depuis que Frank, son ami imaginaire aux allures de lapin géant, lui a sauvé la vie, Donnie se lève la nuit pour obéir aux ordres de la créature, qui l’a prévenu de la fin du monde imminente. Mais Donnie dit-il la vérité ou hallucine-t-il sous l’effet des médicaments que sa psychologue, le croyant schizophrène, lui prescrit ?

Richard Kelly II tisse un récit aux fils nombreux et complexes. Il situe son film dans une banlieue américaine insipide, en plein règne de la rectitude morale reaganienne, où le bizarre semble encore plus anormal. Brouillant encore davantage les pistes, il truffe son scénario de paradoxes temporels énigmatiques. Grâce à une réalisation mature et sophistiquée, qui crée une ambiance presque mélancolique, Kelly évite les pièges du film fantastique pour adolescents. Jake Gyllenhaal excelle dans le rôle de Donnie, face à un Patrick Swayze hallucinant en gourou nouvel âge. Sorte de Twin Peaks revisité à la sauce The Virgin Suicides, Donnie Darko est un ovni cinématographique auquel il faut absolument laisser une place. --Helen Faradji

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4.0 out of 5 stars A response..., Nov 1 2006

By	Matthiasman "Matt" (You know the crazy naked guy who wanders around town? I'm the guy on his left.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Donnie Darko (DVD)

A RESPONSE AND A SLIGHT SPOILER

"(Yes, Donny Darko is constantly on anti-depression drugs throughout this movie)"

If you had bothered to go and see the directors cut, you would see the scene where Donnie's psychologist explains that the medication he has been on are placebos.
Also, it's a shame you seem to have spelt "Donnie" wrong, when it's right above the text box as you write a review.

END OF SPOILER.

...and on with the review.

Overall, I cannot think of a thing I would change about this film were I ever given free reign (and be afraid if that should ever happen)

Donnie, the central character, is a troubled individual with various mental problems, which he is on medication for. One night he receives a harrowing message - "the world will end in less than a month's time"
However, in receiving this message, Donnie avoids his own death and plunges into a new universe, where he is the one destined to save the world.

"Donnie Darko... what kind of a name is that... sounds like a superhero..."
"What makes you think I'm not?"

I've rated this film as 4 out of 5, not because it was a bad film, or only 4/5ths as good as it could be, but because the directors cut goes into much more detail, and I would recommend it over the original version.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Attention David Lynch Fans, May 20 2005

By	SRM "SRM" (Toronto) - See all my reviews

This is a great mind-bender of a movie. It borrows heavily from David Lynch but in all the right ways. If you are a Twin Peaks fan, Donnie Darko will give you a fix.

It is one of those few movies where after you finish watching it you want and need to watch it again just to figure half of it out.

The dialogue and acting is excellent with one exception. It won't take you too long to figure that one out (hint: it's the one who lacks the ability to act...)

Well worth it for fans of the bizarre and obscure.

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5.0 out of 5 stars "I've been watching you...", Oct 18 2004

By	Christopher J. Hall (North Lincolnshire, England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

'Donnie Darko' marks the excellent (and promising) directorial debut of Richard Kelly, a relatively un-heard-of director that has struck gold with this outstanding tale of belonging and exploring the complexities of time travel.

Set in 1988; disturbed teenager Donnie Darko begins to experience bizarre visions in which he is greeted by 'Frank', a mysterious entity dressed in an evil-looking bunny suit. 'Frank' instructs Donnie that only 28 days, 6 hours, 42 minutes, and 12 seconds remain until the tangent universe will collapse, and begins to ask him to carry out his increasingly destructive commands. An un-stable Donnie wilfully complies, uncovering some of the darkest secrets humanly imaginable about his, and the worlds, existence. But with a universal collapse nearing by the hour, is there a way Donnie can stop the inevitable and save the ones he loves?

Everything about 'Donnie Darko' was portrayed to the highest quality. The acting, direction, and special effects were outstanding, and not to forget the beautifully composed soundtrack featuring Gary Jules' heartfelt cover of 'Mad World'.

Rather than sticking to one genre, the movie instead explores many, easily succeeding with each. An unforgettable discussion about how Smurf's have sex is hilarious, as is Donnie's sister repeating the vulgarity she hears from her siblings at the dinner table. And the dramatic elements are not to be forgotten, but would be easily spoilt if I mentioned them here.

I highly recommend 'Donnie Darko'; one of the most generously original, and instantly memorable, movies to hit our screens in years. Utterly outstanding.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Empty pretenciousness for a teenage audience.
Now before you write off my review as useless, I'll say this much: most people (especially western-culture teens) will like this film. Read more

Published on Sep 2 2004 by E. Belianski

2.0 out of 5 stars Undoubted young talent produces pretentious film-making
I have high hopes for Richard Kelly as his talent, ideas, motivation, enthusiasm and everything you need for a good career in directing is evident in this movie. Read more

Published on Jul 16 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Lagomorph Odyssey
The young Richard Kelly, director of this film, graduated from USC Film School in 1997. This was his first feature film. Read more

Published on Jul 14 2004 by Glenn A. Buttkus

5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING
i didn't know a movie could change your life, 'till i saw donnie darko. this movie is stunning, it grabs you, i highly reccommend it. Read more

Published on Jul 14 2004 by ryan