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Apocalypto Director: Mel Gibson Cast: Rudy Youngblood, Dalia Hernandez, Jonathan Brewer, Morris Birdyellowhead

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  • Blu-ray Release Date: 05/22/2007
  • Original Release: 2006
  • Rating: Rated R
  • Sales Rank: 2,962
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Backstage: Feature commentary by writer/director/; producer Mel Gibson and writer/co-producer Farhad Safinia; "Becoming Mayan: making Apocalypto"; Deleted Scene (Can be viewed with optional commentary by writer/director/; producer Mel Gibson and writer/co-; producer Farhad Safinia); Movie Showcase: Instant movie access to select movie scenes that showcase the ultimate in high definition picture and sound; Seamless menus

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Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Apocalypto
1. Hunters
2. Safe Passing
3. Fear
4. Sacred Gathering
5. Ravage
6. "Don't Be Afraid"
7. Safe From Harm
8. Cut Loose
9. Prophet
10. Place Built of Stone
11. Sacrifice
12. Day Becomes Night
13. Run!
14. Man Who Brings the Jaguar
15. "I Am Jaguar Paw"
16. Reborn of Mud and Earth
17. Warrior's Death
18. New Beginning
19. Credits

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Editorial Reviews

As the foundation of the Mayan civilization begins to crumble, one man's previously idyllic existence is forever changed when he is chosen as a sacrifice needed to appease the gods in director Mel Gibson's mythic, end-times adventure. The Mayan kingdom is at the absolute height of opulence and power, but leaders are convinced that unless more temples are constructed and more human sacrifices made, the crops, and ultimately the people, will suffer. Jaguar Paw (Rudy Youngblood) is a peaceful hunter from a remote forest tribe whose life is about to be changed forever. When Jaguar Paw's village is raided and he is prepared as a sacrifice that the Mayan deities have demanded, the brave young hunter is forced to navigate a horrific new world of fear and oppression. Fearlessly determined to escape his captors and save his family from a harrowing demise, Jaguar Paw prepares to risk it all in one final, desperate attempt to preserve his dying way of life. However, few who have seen the sacrificial alter of the Mayans have managed to live to see another day. Now, in order to rescue his pregnant wife and young son, Jaguar Paw will have to elude the most powerful warriors of the Mayan kingdom while using his vast knowledge of the forest to turn the tables on those who would rather see him dead than set free. Inspired by such ancient Mayan texts as the Popul Vuh, Apocalypto marks a comprehensive collaboration between director Gibson, Cambridge-educated screenwriter Farhad Safinia, and world-renowned archeologist and Mayan culture expert Dr. Richard D. Hansen -- whose services as a special consultant on the film lent the production an unprecedented degree of historical accuracy. Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

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One Of The Best Movies Ever Madeby GVT

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September 20, 2009: First of all, this movie is made for a Big Screen. The main reason for a big screen is the subtitles. But, the scenes are stunning when watched on a big screen. The plot is great. This movie is so exciting it can give you a heart attack.

I hadn't seen this movie since it was at the theater. But, I recently finished reading "The River of Doubt." The book reminded me of this movie in some way so I rented it and watched it again. If you haven't seen this movie, first of all, buy a big high def TV if you don't already have one. Then, buy this movie and you will be clutching on to your seat.

This review was written about the DVD Wide Screen edition.

Mel Gibson. Say what you want about his drinking habits, the man is fearless in choosing the subjecby SonofDavid

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March 23, 2009: speaking in their native tongue. I am not an expert on MAYAN culture per se but have seen Discovery Channel et al and had a feel for the quality of life these people must have had. Mel adds personality and drama to the cold historical facts in regard to the MAYA in a way that brought the plight of the Scots under English rule to life in Braveheart. I thougt the casting was right on........the handsome, brave hero and the very ugly, very cruel villain. The story line was very reflective of the times and the reason war was waged by these people. The objective was even more frightening than what we are fighting for today. The story had enough suspense to keep you interested and enough pathos to root for the home team throughout! The ending was profound in its subtleness and I found myself pondering this fact long after the movie ended.

A really great movie about a great people that all but vanished overnight.

This review was written about the DVD Wide Screen edition.


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