Actors: Robert De Niro, Cathy Moriarty, Joe Pesci, Frank Vincent, Nicholas Colasanto, Theresa Saldana Director: Martin Scorsese Language: ENGLISH: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 (48kHz, 24-bit) Subtitles: English Region: Region Free (BD Region A)
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number of Discs: 2
Rating: R Orig. Release Date: 1980 Studio: Criterion
Release Date: 7/12/2022 Run Time: 129 Min.
4K BLU-RAY DISC- Commentary One - this archival audio commentary features director Martin Scorsese and editor Thelma Schoonmaker. It was recorded in 1990 and appeared on Criterion's LD release of Raging Bull. The bulk of the information that is shared in it addressed the genesis of Raging Bull, its stylistic appearance, and Robert De Niro's passion for the project, as well as the real Jake LaMotta and his life story.
- Commentary Two - this archival audio commentary features director of photography Michael Chapman, producer Robert Chartoff and Irwin Winkler, casting director Cis Corman, music consultant Robbie Robertson, actors Teresa Saldana and John Turturo, and supervising sound effects editor Frank Warner. The commentary was recorded for MGM in 2004. Similar to the first commentary, it offers a wealth of information about the conception of Raging Bull, Martin Scorsese's handling of the original content from Jake LaMotta's novel, the film's gritty personality, and status as a classic.
- Commentary Three - this archival audio commentary features the real Jake LaMotta with his nephew Jason Lustig and screenwriters Mardik Martin and Paul Schrader. The commentary was recorded for MGM in 2004. It is a most fascinating commentary because LaMotta describes the real bully/boxer that became a champion and the various mistakes he made over the years.
BLU-RAY DISC- Commentary One - this archival audio commentary features director Martin Scorsese and editor Thelma Schoonmaker. It was recorded in 1990 and appeared on Criterion's LD release of Raging Bull. The bulk of the information that is shared in it addressed the genesis of Raging Bull, its stylistic appearance, and Robert De Niro's passion for the project, as well as the real Jake LaMotta and his life story.
- Commentary Two - this archival audio commentary features director of photography Michael Chapman, producer Robert Chartoff and Irwin Winkler, casting director Cis Corman, music consultant Robbie Robertson, actors Teresa Saldana and John Turturo, and supervising sound effects editor Frank Warner. The commentary was recorded for MGM in 2004. Similar to the first commentary, it offers a wealth of information about the conception of Raging Bull, Martin Scorsese's handling of the original content from Jake LaMotta's novel, the film's gritty personality, and status as a classic.
- Commentary Three - this archival audio commentary features the real Jake LaMotta with his nephew Jason Lustig and screenwriters Mardik Martin and Paul Schrader. The commentary was recorded for MGM in 2004. It is a most fascinating commentary because LaMotta describes the real bully/boxer that became a champion and the various mistakes he made over the years.
- Video Essays - presented here are two video essays.
- 1. Pour Everything In - critic and poet Geoffrey O'Brien addresses the conception and personality of Raging Bull and Martin Scorsese's cinematic style. In English, not subtitled. (26 min).
- 2. Gloves Off - critic Sheila O'Malley addresses the characterizations in Raging Bull and the evolving environment they are placed in. In English, not subtitled. (18 min).
- "Raging Bull": Fight Night - this four-part documentary takes a closer look at the production of Raging Bull. Included in it are clips from interviews with Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Cathy Moriarty, Joe Pesci, Frank Vincent, director of photography Michael Chapman, and screenwriter Paul Schrader, amongst others. In English, not subtitled.
- 1. Before the Fight. (26 min).
- 2. Inside the Ring. (15 min).
- 3. Outside the Ring. (28 min).
- 4. After the Fight. (16 min).
- Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro - presented here are three archival programs that examine Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro's professional relationship and legacy. The first two were produced for MGM in 2010, while the third feature audio excerpts from a Harold Lloyd Master Seminar recorded in 1980 at the American Film Institute.
- 1. Marty and Bobby. (14 min).
- 2. Marty on Film. (11 min).
- 3. Robert De Niro on Acting. (15 min).
- Jake LaMotta - presented here are two archival programs that take a closer look at boxing champion Jake LaMotta. The first includes excerpts from a 1990 interview with LaMotta and boxing footage from his career. The second, produced for MGM in 2010, features members of the Veteran Boxers Association of New York addressing LaMotta's legacy. In English, not subtitled.
- 1. Jake LaMotta. (6 min).
- 2. Remembering Jake. (11 min).
- Cathy Moriarty and Vikki LaMotta - this archival interview featuring Cathy Moriarty, who played Vikki LaMotta in Raging Bull, was recorded for Belgian television in 1981. The bulk of the comments address the personality of the real Jake LaMotta and his fear of losing. In English, not subtitled. (8 min).
- Trailer - presented here is a vintage trailer for Raging Bull. In English, not subtitled. (3 min).
- Booklet - an illustrated booklet featuring essays by poet Robin Robertson and film critic Glenn Kenny, as well as technical credits.
The story of Jake LaMotta, a former middlweight boxing champion, whose reputation for
tenacity and success in the ring was offset by his troubled domestic life: full of rage, jealousy,
and suspicion--particulary towards his wife and manager/brother--which, in the end, left him
destitute, alone, and seeking redemption.
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