Gone with the Wind - Special 4-disc Collector's Edition DVD (1939)
I don't even know how long it had been since I had last seen 'Gone with the Wind' from beginning to end. In the past, it seems that when I would catch it on TV it would be somewhere in the middle of the movie, but still worth watching, of course. The movie is the perfect blend of humor, romance and drama - a movie everyone can enjoy no matter what their movie tastes are.
I personally love this movie because Scarlett O'Hara's character is so humorous and outgoing. She's witty, spoiled, beautiful and vindictive all at the same time. The jabs she and Rhett Butler throw at each other keep me smiling. This movie is just as entertaining as some of my favorite comedy movies.
I recently received a copy of the 'Gone with the Wind' Collector's Edition 4-disc DVD set. What a treat it is! I don't have to tell you what an incredible story 'Gone with the Wind' is, but I should let you know that if you are a fan of this timeless classic, you MUST get the collector's edition DVD. It's fantastic!
The DVDs show the movie exactly as it was shown in the theatre many years ago. The movie starts with the 'Overture' for several minutes before the movie actually begins. At the end of the first disc there is an 'Intermission' pause. The color and sound on the DVD is rich... richer than many movies released with today's technology.
The DVD comes with many bonuses including an exact replica of the 1939 souvenir program sold to audience members for 25 cents each at theatres showing 'Gone with the Wind' when it premiered. Also included are five theatrical trailers for the movie, including the original from 1939 and the 1961 Civil War Centennial Anniversary reissue of the movie. There is also news footage of the original premiere in 1939 and the 1961 Centennial re-release of the movie at the same theatre in Atlanta, Georgia where the first premiere was hosted. The centennial celebration includes Vivien Leigh and Olivia de Havilland 22 years after the original premiere. It was a very grand occasion.
The DVD includes news footage of the Oscars, film shorts, trailers and media buzz that will make you feel like you were part of that magic era of Hollywood. On disc 4, there is a special documentary called 'Melanie Remembers' in which Olivia de Havilland (Melanie Hamilton) recalls her time making this classic movie.
This collector's edition is absolutely breathtaking. The price of the set is incredibly reasonable for all that you get with this special edition. Don't hesitate to buy this one. The special collector's edition may be a classic itself someday!
Gone with the Wind (4-disc Collector's Edition) (1939) DVD
