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Hancock (Single-Disc Unrated Edition) | 
 enlarge | Director: Peter Berg
Actors: Will Smith, Jason Bateman, Elizabeth Dennehy, Eddie Fernandez, Johnny Galecki
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
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Rating:  73 reviews
Sales Rank: 179
Format: Anamorphic, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: Unrated
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 92
Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.7
MPN: COLD28125D
UPC: 043396281257
EAN: 0043396281257
ASIN: B001F76PE2
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
Release Date: November 25, 2008
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Product Description
A hard-living superhero who has fallen out of favor with the public enters into a questionable relationship with the wife of the public relations professional whos trying to repair his image. Studio: Sony Pictures Home Ent Release Date: 11/25/2008 Starring: Will Smith Charlize Theron Run time: 102 minutes Rating: Ur
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Hancock turns the standard superhero movie inside-out: The title character (Will Smith) can fly, has superstrength, and is invulnerable, but he's also a sloppy, alcoholic jerk who causes millions of dollars in property damage whenever he bothers to fight crime. When he saves the life of a public-relations agent named Ray (Jason Bateman, Arrested Development), Ray decides to improve Hancock's image--starting by having Hancock surrender himself to the authorities and go to prison for his lawless behavior. The idea is that once he's in prison, the crime rate will go up, and people will start to realize Hancock might be of value after all. This is only the first act of Hancock--from there, the movie takes several clever turns that shouldn't be revealed. Hancock isn't a great movie (among other things, director Peter Berg overuses close-ups with a hand-held camera to a degree that may cause motion sickness), but it is an extremely entertaining one. The script, which holds together far better than most superhero movies, has a propulsive plot, good dialogue, some compassion for its characters, and even an actual idea or two. The spectacular action at least gestures towards obeying the laws of physics, which actually makes the special effects more vivid. The three leads (Smith, Bateman, and Charlize Theron as Ray's wife, Mary) deftly balance the movie's mixture of comedy, action, and drama. All in all, a smart subversive twist on a genre that all too often takes itself all too seriously. --Bret Fetzer
Stills from Hancock (click for larger image)
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 Will Smith Can Not Be Stopped December 1, 2008
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I read some reviews when Hancock came out in theatres. Most of them gave it mixed ratings but there were some 3 star ratings like I saw here on Amazon.com. I can't tell you enough how much I disagree. There have been so many to take a comedic shot at superhero films but they are usually either Ok or just plain bad but not this one. Anywho, Hancock is definitely a great film, so great that I could not wait to stamp a 5 star rating on it and tell ya why but first I'll tell you what it's about.
Will Smith stars as John Hancock, a loaner, alcoholic,and depressed superhero. Of course those are definitely not characteristics you want to see in the man that has superman like powers like Hancock. The story goes that Hancock woke up one morning in a hospital, he didn't know his name, birth date, or if he had any family or friends. By now you can imagine how he got that name of his, a nurse asked him for it and he thought it was his name. He only knew what the doctors told him, that he was hit on the head trying to stop a mugging. Through the years he hasn't really tried to become a perfect hero or even a good one at that but he does the minimum.
Hancock wants to be loved but acts as if he doesn't care and this is when Ray (Jason Bateman)comes in. After being saved by Hancock Ray thinks of a way to recreate Hancock to give him what he wants, to be loved by the people. The both of them set out on a mission to do this but this movie is no doubt deeper than the surface. Things get more dangerous and the plot twists just enough to become one of the best dramatic comedies about a superhero I have ever seen.
First of all I think that Will Smith is one of the few actors that could take a film like this and make it so good. Good job by the writers as well for giving it a good comedic feel but keeping it a little realistic and never going over the edge. Smith did a great job, he made you think that Hancock could actually be real and he was hilarious doing it but still did great with the dramatic scenes. The rest of the cast was also good, I really liked Jason Bateman in "The Kingdom" and he did well here but Charlize Theron definitely shined the most out of the supporting cast. She and Will Smith had some great scenes together and made it believable.
The action scenes were very cool, great special effects and seeing Hancock flying like a new baby bird with arms and legs flinging all over was hilarious. One thing I thought that could have been improved were the fight scenes. There were definitely a few but it was just a lot of flying around and crashing into buildings. Had they added a bit of choreography it would have been on point for sure. Because the films acting was executed so well I can't really take a star for this cause it wasn't significant but was still noticeable.
The story was great and I have to admit that I had the film thought out all wrong. I loved the way they make it look like this sort of cool comedy but it starts to run a little bit deeper towards the end. It is not a huge jaw dropper but the twist is still cool, at least to me it was. Overall, I loved the movie, I think Will Smith is no doubt one of the greatest actors to do it. The films concept was definitely awesome and thought out and executed well. The story was written well also and the cast was picked nicely, not too much action, not too much comedy, and not too much drama. It was just right and it definitely showed. I wouldn't recommend this as a family film unless your all over 15 but it is definitely a must see. The empty Blockbuster stores definitely showed this.
Another great movie Will Smith! November 17, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I saw this in theaters and I have to say it might be one of Will Smith's best movies yet. I loved the action. Hancock is a great entertainment for families of all ages, but I wouldn't recommend for young children since there is bad language. I found this movie fun, exciting, entertaining, HILARIOUS, and so much more. Hancock is action-packed, sad in some parts, and humorous. I love the character's personalities, and how everything ends up being what you wouldn't expect. I adore this movie. I was surprised about the many negitive comments though. Some critical reviews are needed, yes, but some are just, well, down right mean. Please don't comment like that if you dislike the movie that much. Theres many other ways to say what maybe something you liked and other things that could be improved. Get some manners people. tsk tsk. I can't wait until it comes out in DVD. I would recommend to everyone. Another job well done Will Smith!
Great fun! November 27, 2008
When I brought this home, my wife gave me "the eye". After a few mins. see was having a great time and laughing with me. This movie is sheer entertainment! Turn off your mind, lossen your belt & kick off your shoes. Sit back, turn off your mind and have a great time.
Will Smith is a better actor than he gets credit for. The balance of the cast is very good, fit their role and work well with him. The stunts are first rate and fit into the story. Yes, their is a story of sorts. While it is more something to hang the stunts on, it fits into the action and holds the movie together.
The unrated DVD is longer and the language is stronger. Their is nothing upsetting to an adult. Their isn't anything that a Jr. High Scholler has not heard either. Not for smaller kids but this is a family film for older kids.
Very Entertaining and Touching...Great Movie December 7, 2008
I knew nothing about the storyline in Hancock other than he was a superhero with a seriously bad attitude. I rented it just because we are compelled to watch all the superhero movies.
What I knew was definitely true. Everyone hates him. His first heroic act in the movie began with a little boy shaking him out of his drunken stupor. He then flew off and created millions of dollars in damage.
In spite of the cursing, which there is quite a bit, and a few scenes of unpleasant violence and lots of drinking, this movie delivers a great couple of messages. Hancock lets an image consultant help him through the steps of becoming a better superhero and in the process a better man. Ray, Justin Bateman, is a terrific father/family man and friend to Hancock. There are scenes that are downright touching.
A plot twist completely caught me by surprise. (I could've read the box and not been completely surprised, though.)
Hancock is one of the more entertaining and creative superhero movies I've seen. We will be purchasing it for our family DVD library.
Where are all the action heros? December 13, 2008
AWSOME MOVIE! In a world where Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone and John Claude Van Damme are to old to be action heros, Whos left? Will Smith. He is the next Action hero. Also with the perfect cast this is a must see movie.
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