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Old 04-21-04, 11:49 AM
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Donnie Darko -- Director's Cut

http://edition.cnn.com/2004/SHOWBIZ/...eut/index.html

'Donnie Darko' to be re-released
Movie has become cult hit on video
Wednesday, April 21, 2004 Posted: 1350 GMT (2150 HKT)

LOS ANGELES, California (Hollywood Reporter) -- "Donnie Darko," a cult drama starring Jake Gyllenhaal as a disturbed teenager, is getting a new theatrical release, featuring 20 minutes of never-before-seen footage.

Newmarket Films, which released the film in 2001, is unveiling a director's cut at the Seattle Film Festival on May 29. It plans to release the film theatrically in Seattle before moving into other markets later in the summer.

The new version will also have new visual effects and music.

"Even though I am proud of the theatrical version of the film, I've always felt that the story was somewhat compromised in order to come in under two hours," said "Darko" writer-director Richard Kelly. "With this version I feel like I've finally been able to complete the film."

"Darko" grossed just $515,545 at the domestic box office but has since gained a following on DVD, where it has grossed more than $10 million domestically. It also stars Jena Malone, Drew Barrymore, James Duval and Maggie Gyllenhaal.
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I think this thread should be retitled, this is pretty interesting news and I didn't realize the directors cut was a DVD release, not theatrical.

I'm wondering what the possible effects of this could be if successful? You've got to figure basically ANY money is gravy, what would the target number be here? 10 million for print and marketing costs? I could see this generating 15-20 million if the Glyenhall's were active in the marketing. But this could open a door for a whole new wave of life for some films. I'd think Boondock Saints could follow this, especially with the sequel coming soon, if Donnie Darko was able to generate some interest.

Also of note, this has been playing continous midnight fri/sat screenings in NYC since it's release.
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Fantastic news, although a bit of a bummer I'll likely have to doubledip now on the DVD... But it's great this movie gets a second chance.
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awesome news....glad it's going to come out
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Originally posted by The Nature Boy
I didn't realize the directors cut was a DVD release, not theatrical.

The directors cut is being release in theatre's.

Newmarket Films, which released the film in 2001, is unveiling a director's cut at the Seattle Film Festival on May 29. It plans to release the film theatrically in Seattle before moving into other markets later in the summer.
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I've known of this for while, and have been looking forward to it. I'm not too bummed about having to buy another DVD, this film was really good, and worth another purchase especially since it's another cut.
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Love the movie, but I hope the additional footage doesn't ruin it. After watching it with commentary, I realized that, well, I hate Kelly's vision of the film; it's almost like he made such a great movie by accident, heh. I'll certainly be interested in seeing the new cut, as I wonder whether it takes away any ambiguity in terms of
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Not sure if a spoiler-tag was necessary but just bein' safe.
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Re: Donnie Darko director's cut

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"Even though I am proud of the theatrical version of the film, I've always felt that the story was somewhat compromised in order to come in under two hours," said "Darko" writer-director Richard Kelly. "With this version I feel like I've finally been able to complete the film."
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I wonder if he can, with the director's cut, construct a film that doesn't require the use of an internet web site to fully enjoy.
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Originally posted by PixyJunket
I wonder if he can, with the director's cut, construct a film that doesn't require the use of marijuana to fully enjoy.
Fixed.
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Fantastic news, although a bit of a bummer I'll likely have to doubledip now on the DVD... But it's great this movie gets a second chance.
I don't want to get technical, but is it really a double dip when it's a different film?

I enjoyed this film when I first saw it, and unfortunately I haven't had a chance to revisit it yet. I'll look forward to this "director's cut" b/c I kind of felt there could have been more to it as well (especially more Maggie!).
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I bet it doubles its total theatrical gross.
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I will definitely be buying this when it comes out on dvd
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Originally posted by PixyJunket
I wonder if he can, with the director's cut, construct a film that doesn't require the use of an internet web site to fully enjoy.
I enjoyed it the first few times I watched it, then randomly found the website, and thought it was cool. I think part of the film's greatness is its ambiguity and how it doesn't explain its circular form. Once you go the website, it gets explained for you, which kind of takes away from its mystique, which I dig.

Ryo - I can't imagine watching it blazed for the first time. Several of my friends did, and understood nothing except the bunny scared the SHIT out of them, hahaha.

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I dunno.. I'd be willing to give it another shot with some Old Toby.
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probably just stick with the original cut here...
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The new version will also have new visual effects and music.
I really wish Luca$ would stop changing his films. First Star Wars and now this. He is going to be the death of film as we know it.

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When we play Donnie Darko at the midnight shows at the theater I work for, we have a guy in a bunny suit sit with random people at key moments during the movie.

That's better than any extra footage.
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Originally posted by jdpatri
When we play Donnie Darko at the midnight shows at the theater I work for, we have a guy in a bunny suit sit with random people at key moments during the movie.

That's better than any extra footage.
Oh my God where is this theater?! I want to go! heh.
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Originally posted by jdpatri
When we play Donnie Darko at the midnight shows at the theater I work for, we have a guy in a bunny suit sit with random people at key moments during the movie.

That's better than any extra footage.

Oooh, I'd pay good money to see that!


I'll hold off an see what the reviews are like, see if the additions are like before I decide to get this one. It was an interesting film, but not one I've ever felt inclined to watch a second time.
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I don't see how the film can be substantially improved.

I will watch the new version but wouldn't be surprised if I prefer the old.
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Sweet - I hope it gets somewhat of a wide release!
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This is awesome news. I will definitely see this in the theater. Count me in for a double-dip on the DVD, too.
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I'll watch happily. Any chance to see possible more Malone is always a plus.
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Originally posted by Jackskeleton
I'll watch happily. Any chance to see possible more Malone is always a plus.
Agree. This kid is one terrific little actress who I suspect will be around a long time.

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