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Solaris (DVD, 2002, 2-Disc Set, Criterion Collection Widescreen)

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Experience the hauntingly beautiful story of a man's journey into the depths of space in the classic film Solaris. Directed by the renowned Andrei Tarkovsky, this DVD features a stunning widescreen presentation of the film, with a 2-disc set and Criterion Collection edition. Released in 2002, this film is a must-see for fans of foreign language cinema, with a sub-genre of Russian storytelling that captures the imagination. With a rating of NR, this film is suitable for all audiences and includes special features that delve deeper into the making of Solaris. This DVD is perfect for collectors of movies and TV titles, specifically those who appreciate the art of filmmaking. Don't miss out on this incredible addition to your DVD collection.

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SOLARIS, director Andrei Tarkovsky's science fiction cult classic, presents an uncompromisingly unique and poetic meditation on space travel and its physical and existential ramifications. When a long-standing Russian space station hovering above the planet Solaris begins to report strange phenomena, Kris Kelvin (Donatas Banionis), an eager and intrepid cosmonaut, departs for the station in order to investigate. Warned by former Solaris specialists that the planet presents incomprehensible obstacles, Kelvin is nevertheless secure in his mission. However, the minute he steps foot onto the haunted and desolate space station, everything changes. Kelvin learns that of the three members left on board, one has killed himself and the remaining two have seemingly become schizophrenic recluses. When Kelvin's dead ex-wife appears out of the shadows, the reports that Solaris is a thinking being capable of reading human minds and materializing their desires and memories are proven true. As Kelvin joins the rest of the crew in a seemingly life-or-death struggle to understand this phenomena, Tarkovsky crafts a mind-altering earthbound space odyssey. Filled with visions of humanity versus itself, SOLARIS takes the philosophical investigations of Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY to extravagant lengths and offers no answers except this: The only frontier humanity has yet to conquer is that of its own existence.

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Actor
Donatas Banionis
Director
Andrei Tarkovsky, Andrei Tarkovski
Edition
Criterion Collection; 2-Disc Set; Widescreen
Rating
NR
Format
DVD
Release Year
2002
Movie/TV Title
Solaris
Sub-Genre
Russian
Genre
Foreign Language

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Region Code
Region 1
Number of Discs
2
Country/Region of Manufacture
Soviet Union
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617
Film Country
Soviet Union
Display Format
Criterion Collection; 2-Disc Set; Widescreen
Leading Role
Donatas Banionis
Release Date
20021126

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4 out of 5 stars
by larryzadJan 08, 2008
For the committed Stanislaw Lem or Tarkovsky fan
Conceptually, this is very original stuff. I first viewed the "Clooney" version of SOLARIS & really liked it, so borrowed Lem's English-translation book from the library & read that. Quite a difference between the two, but the basic core concept was almost achieved in the Clooney version, plus it's very stylish and the acting is frankly, superb - his finest, I think. Clooney and Natascha McElhone - can't take your eyes off them! That then made me want to see Criterion's classic Tarkovsky version, which is considerably closer in structure and content to Lem's book. However, Tarkovsky IS VERY SLOW to develop the story, and the main character - Kelvin (Donatas Banionis) - is devoid of virtually all emotion or expression from beginning to end. Maybe the spoken Russian takes something away here, but I do mean DEVOID. The sets are very dated (obviously) & low budget, but viewing it one-time satisfied my desire (as did one-reading of the book), but I will view Clooney's version again and again. Criterion's SOLARIS is a worthy view, but only the dedicated may want it for their collection. The book is a definite read and the Clooney DVD is a keeper!Read full review
5 out of 5 stars
by WhdYKH41S_e@Del...May 07, 2011
Existentialism.
Solaris is the most painful film ever for me to see. The movie is really great and directed by one of my favorite directors, Andrei Tarkovsky. I recommend you to see all of his 7 films. Solaris, in many personal aspects, make me depressed and think too much, almost to the point of madness. There are many things about Tarkovsky make me believe that we are alike; I feel deeply connected to him. The movie makes me think about death and the day of death, life, my role in this universe, adulthood, childhood, existence, identity, desire, my mother and family, .... If you're much concerned about these matters - if you feel trapped in between, or simply if you have ever lost people or things that were very important in your life, this movie can be somehow very painful. Perhaps, I have experienced all of those "if(s)". Don't believe in those reviews that say the movie is too slow. If you have enough interest in the matters, you will find the movie very appealing. Life and thoughts and fragment of images can never be too slow to observe. Solaris is not about science fiction or rocket science either, as a matter of fact, quite the opposite. It's spiritual and thought-provoking. The movie itself is a meditation for us to calm ourselves down, connect to our innermost soul and think.Read full review
5 out of 5 stars
by thegoldbuddhaNov 29, 2017
Disturbing and thought-provoking, also brilliant
Solaris is probably meant to be Russia's answer to Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey but with much more primitive effects. It's very hard to explain without spoilers. The movie is very long (169 minutes), and has a Part 1 and Part 2 (just like 2001). The ending is worth the wait, as it confirms that the entire film deals with the nature of human fears and desires. It is loosely related to events on a space station orbiting the planet Solaris, and its strange "living ocean". Some of the space station sets are good, others are laughable. Large upholstered chairs and heavy wooden furniture don't belong in space. Overall I'm glad I watched it.
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5 out of 5 stars
by ZXbi1YhAR4K@Del...Oct 07, 2008
Tarkovsky not for those devoid of contemplation.
You could watch this film many times and still miss the intricate, expansively nuanced connections between beginning and end. It is a fascinating mobius strip, actually several. Tarkovsky was a genius without equal. The visual political commentary remarkably critical of the Soviet, when they controlled its release. Yet, the generalized themes apply throughout the cosmos. The spiritual overtones throughout the film are why it garnered acclamation from the Vatican when released. The psychological wizardry is infinite, hitting you with Christian crosses in the sand and flashing in your face to appreciate, or deny, yet not overused. The intentionally elongated driving scene tests your attention and demands that you come exactly down to the spiritual realization Tarkovsky intended. You can either insist upon a quick spirited demand of Western Action and claim it boring, or you can let Tarkovsky guide you to the subtlest embrace of metaphysical exploration. I watched just the beginning again for the seventh time and was shocked I had missed so many visual jokes, or rather hints to the phenomenology woven throughout the film. An English speaker will have to watch at least thrice to acclimate to the spoken Russian, subtitles and constant visual excitements. This is truly one of the finest films ever made and if you pay attention will bring you to a place of realizing and renewing again what freedom is... many of its dangers and many of its delights.Read full review
5 out of 5 stars
by wspurlinDec 07, 2006
Solaris - Solyaris
Invites comparison at the fictional and meditative level with Tolstoy who, indeed, is mentioned in the film. Impossibly, excruciatingly, invitingly long. Memorable extended sequence of driving deeper and deeper into the heart of traffic and darkness in downtown Tokyo. Not to mention our hero luring the materialized apparition of his dead wife into a rocket then blasting her off into space. Exudes guilt and shame. Not to be missed, particulary if your life needs transforming. And be ready to laugh. Tarkovsky is willing, like most 70's directors, to use zoom, but this only calls attention to itself before captivation sets in. Neither do the peculiar synthesized elements of the score distract. Techno-fiction holds up surprisingly well because it is not emphasized.

Solaris (DVD, 2002, 2-Disc Set, Criterion Collection Widescreen)

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For the committed Stanislaw Lem or Tarkovsky fan

Existentialism.

Disturbing and thought-provoking, also brilliant

Tarkovsky not for those devoid of contemplation.

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