DVD
REVIEW:
THE GAME PLAN
01/22/08
Dwayne Johnson has become a
big Hollywood star after his major success in the WWE. Many
people are calling him the new face of action adventure
films, making him the new Sylvester Stallone or the new
Arnold Schwarzenegger. These critics are probably right,
however the only difference here is that Dwayne has the
magic to connect with the audience right on the spot. In his
latest movie "The Game Plan",he doesn't have a gun or sword
in his hand, he just has his talent, charisma and the big
smile that sticks to the audience unlike many actors.
Directed by Andy Fickman(She's the Man),"The Game Plan" is
the story of superstar football player Joe Kingman (Dwayne
Johnson), whose super ego and selfishness receives the visit
of an 8 year old girl who has
trouble trying to fit in. This outstanding actress, Peyton
(Madison Pettis) is non other than his unknown daughter. As
Kingman is trying to maintain his bachelor and career life
untouched with this visit, the
inevitable happens and changes his life forever.
The screenplay for this film was written by newcomers,
Nichole Millard and Kathryn Price who created a charming
story that doesn't break any new grounds in the industry,
but managed to have enough for Dwayne
Johnson to save the story.
After watching this film it is evident that Andy Fickman's
real work in this film was the cast selection and he managed
to select a good one. Madison Pettis as Peyton and
especially Dwayne Johnson to play Joe
Kingman. Without Dwayne this film's game plan would have
failed completely.
This movie can be compared to Vin Diesel's film "The
Pacifier", since both actors have the same action adventure
film background, but without taking anything away from Vin
Diesel. I can easily imagine "Dwayne
Johnson" playing Vin Diesel's character in " The Pacifier",
needless to say it is hard to imagine Vin Diesel playing
Dwayne Johnson's character in " The Game Plan". Because of
his personality Dwayne is more suitable for this type
of roles.
Overall despite the predictable plot, "The Game Plan" is a
true family film that provides a good entertainment for the
whole family.
VIDEO:
Widescreen (2.35:1) Enhance for 16x9 TVs
AUDIO:
Dolby
Digital 5.1 Surround - English Spanish French
Subtitles - English, Spanish
French,
BONUS FEATURES:
Drafting The Game Plan: This
behind-the-scenes featurette provides hilarious movie-making
insights from director Andy Fickman as well as a look at
what goes into the making of a successful action sequence.
It focuses on the fine art of choreographing a realistic
scene, the challenges that the actors and athletes endure
and the unexpected injuries that The Rock sustained. Special
attention is paid to the scene in which Joe Kingman falls
victim to a career-ending hit—a scene that actually left one
stuntman nearly unconscious. Plus, eight-year-old Madison
Pettis, armed with her own DV camera, documents her personal
experiences on the ballet set. (20:17)
ESPN's SportsCenter:
The King in Search of a Ring Stuart Scott of ESPN hosts a
look at fictional star quarterback Joe Kingman, a man who
doesn’t know the meaning of the word “share.” The Rock stays
in character for interviews that fill in the blanks in Joe’s
back story. The cast and crew contribute their thoughts and
deleted scenes serve as “archival footage” in an
entertaining “biography” of the athlete. (5:04)
ESPN's SportsCenter: The Rock Learns To Play QB:
ESPN’s Sean Salisbury interviews The Rock on how he learned
to play quarterback for the movie. (3:33)
Bloopers With Marv Albert:
Exclusive missed lines, blunders, bloopers, gags and more
all set to the familiar narration of sportscaster Marv
Albert. (3:02)
Deleted Scenes: An extended
version of the uproarious ballet scene and 8 deleted scenes,
including optional intros by director Andy Fickman. (21:12)
Inside the Brethren Court – a
closer look at the legendary Pirate Lords and their
costume designs, origins and unique personalities
Peyton's Makeover Madness: In a
set-top feature, help Peyton “redecorate” Joe Kingman’s
apartment with fun virtual arts and crafts.
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