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Creepshow 2


Genre: Horror

Reviewed In Issue 51 (Aug 2001) Of Widescreen Review®

Stars:
Lois Chiles, George Kennedy, Dorothy Lamour, Stephen King, Tom Wright & Tom Savini

WSR Review Scores
WSR Picture Rating: 3
DD Sound Rating: 2.5
DTS Sound Rating: NA
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Critics' Composite Score: 3
Internet Links
http://www.anchorbayentertainment.com

Special Features
Includes the theatrical trailer and a cool behind-the-scenes still gallery in a relaxing slideshow format that allows you to sit back and enjoy the


 DVD General Information

(Studio/Distributor): Anchor Bay Entertainment
(Catalog Number): DV11419
(MPAA Rating): R
(Rating Reason):

NA
(Retail Price): $24.98
(DVD Type): Single Side, Single Layer (DVD5)
(Widescreen Edition): Yes
(Full Screen Edition): No
(Anamorphic Widescreen): Yes
(Running Time In Minutes): 89
(Color Type): Color
(Chaptered/Scene Access): Yes
(Closed Captioned): Yes
(Regional Coding): 1
(Theatrical Year): 1987
(Theatrical Release): Yes
(Direct-To-Video Release): No
(DVD Release Date): 04/10/01
(THX® Digitally Mastered): No

 Credits Information

(Director): Michael Gornick
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  WSR Narrative Review
Story Synopsis:
Want more deliciously scary tales, with just a death-grip

DVD Picture:
The anamorphically enhanced 1.80:1 DVD picture exhibits interesting visuals in both animation and live action. Overall, the picture can be generally detailed, though some scenes are very soft in appearance. Contrast and shadow delineation are satisfying. The animation is nicely rendered, with rich, well balanced colors. Hues are also nicely rendered in the live action scenes. The source element is revealing of dirt and artifacts, but overall the picture should be generally pleasing at best, despite the overall soft character. (Suzanne Hodges)

Soundtrack:
The Dolby