Gettysburg / Gods and Generals Blu Ray (5/24)

For the 150th anniversary of the start of the US Civil War, Warner Bros. has released Director's Cuts of both Gettysburg (1993) and Gods and Generals (2003).  I'm happy to say that we'll be partnering with WB for a giveaway promotion for these films, (and reviews will be forthcoming) I'll detail that in a post soon to come!  There will also be a Collectors Edition box set coming out in July!

Gods and Generals Extended Director’s Cut is director Ron Maxwell’s newly re-edited 4-hour- 40-minute version, with one hour of new footage added, including amplified scenes and new subplot, never-before-seen footage and new bonus features.

Reedited from beginning to end with expanded scenes and an added subplot, this all-new 2-Disc Extended Director’s Cut -- a prequel to Maxwell’s companion film, Gettysburg -- restores his original vision of the fierce allegiances and combat during the early American Civil War. From Jeffrey M. Shaara’s best seller, this commemorative release adds the story of actor and future Presidential assassin John Wilkes Booth, newly integrated throughout the narrative. Also, the Battle of Antietam is now included, along with the fateful clashes at Manassas, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, plus camp life scenes. Oscar winners Robert Duvall (Tender Mercies) and Mira Sorvino (Mighty Aphrodite) star along with Jeff Daniels (Good Night and Good Luck), Stephen Lang (Avatar) and Bruce Boxleitner (TRON:Legacy) in this magnificent film .

Gettysburg: Directors Cut is Maxwell’s acclaimed film about the legendary 3-day battle and will be available for the first time on Blu-ray, featuring 17 minutes of compelling additional footage. Filmed at actual battle locations and full of authentic details, this rousing and soulful movie plunges the viewer into the bloodiest battle fought on American soil. History comes alive with intense and spirited battles and the dilemmas, motivations and fears of the leaders. Tom Berenger (Inception), Jeff Daniels, Martin Sheen (TV’s “West Wing”) and Stephen Lang star in this gripping film based on Michael Shaara’s Pulitzer-Prize-winning book, “The Killer Angels.”

As I said, I'll be posting details of the giveaway promotion soon!  So stay tuned!

	Gettysburg: Director's Cut (Blu-ray Book Packaging) List Price: $34.99 Sale Price: $20.99 You save: $14.00 (40%)

	Gods & Generals [Blu-ray] List Price: $8.46 Sale Price: $8.42 You save: $0.04 (%)

	Gettysburg / Gods and Generals (Limited Collector's Edition) [Blu-ray] List Price: $84.99 Sale Price: $48.98 You save: $36.01 (42%)

Related posts:

1. Gods and Generals (2003/2011, Blu Ray Director’s Cut)
2. Gettysburg (1993/2011, Director’s Cut, Blu Ray)

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