| | ![District 9 [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51zUTvylIUL._SL160_.jpg) | Director: Neill Blomkamp
Actors: Sharlto Copley, David James, Jason Cope, Nathalie Boltt, Sylvaine Strike
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
List Price: $39.95
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Rating:  501 reviews
Sales Rank: 1,179
Format: Anamorphic, Color, DTS Surround Sound, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Hindi (Subtitled), English (Original Language), French (Original Language)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: Blu-ray
Discs: 2
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Running Time: 112 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 5.3 x 0.5
MPN: 043396292260
UPC: 043396292260
EAN: 0043396292260
Theatrical Release Date: 2009
Release Date: December 22, 2009
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 Prawn Delight August 11, 2010
A. Sturgess (Detroit, MI)
I read a negative review of this movie that said it tried (and failed) to be all things to all people; political commentary, action film, engaging emotional storyline. I would beg to differ. This is a movie that stays with you for a few days on many levels. Highly recommended!
 interesting movie not to bad August 9, 2010
G. Ferguson (NC USA)
okay movie for sci fi action movie with a twist. Nothing special, but nothing bad either. Give or take, will not purchase on BR. Maybe if/ when on sale for $5
Surprisingly good July 31, 2010
Irfan A. Alvi (Towson, MD USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
At first, the plot and characters in this movie seem quite bizarre, but it eventually becomes apparent that the movie is clearly and faithfully illustrating a theme which is natural to the human condition. That theme revolves around what happens when a minority group lives in the midst of a majority group, with the division into different and opposing groups being established based on their differences in ancestry, appearance, language, diet, and other cultural traits.
In such a situation, the majority group may grow to detest the minority group and unjustly blame them for many of their own troubles, and they may even be tempted to exterminate the minority group (ie, genocide), but their instincts will usually tell them that that's going too far. Instead, the minority group will usually be allowed to continue to exist, but they'll be geographically cordoned off and their rights will be limited, so that they suffer deprived circumstances, including epithets, physical abuse, poverty, exploitation, and crime.
Again, the movie illustrates this (important) theme well, and in a way that there's no question about who the minority group is and the ways in which they're being mistreated. I found the movie gripping, and I suspect that I'll remember it for a long time.
If I have to come up with a negative criticism of the movie, I would say that perhaps some of the violence is over the top, and I wonder if it was necessary to include Nigerians among the really bad guys (given that their reputation is already bad enough).
Nevertheless, I do recommend this movie. It's much better than I expected, and it does its job well enough to warrant a full 5 stars.
Science Fiction as it was Meant to Be July 28, 2010
John B. Ludwick (Indianapolis, IN United States)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Don't be put off by the documentary format with which the movie opens; give it some time, and District 9 will reward you with great character writing and solid action sequences virtually mirroring war footage on CNN.
When H.G. Wells wrote "The Time Machine" it was as much entertainment as it was a social commentary on the segregation of the aristocracy and the working class. This is what Science Fiction was born to do. And this is what District 9 does. So, on top of the great effects and action, it's been envisioned with a lot of political savvy, too.
There's a bit of propaganda featured in the movie which bordered on the ridiculous - but it's forgivable against all else the film offers. Thanks, Peter Jackson for giving Blomkamp the cash!!
This should not be missed!. July 18, 2010
Puzzle box (Kuwait)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
District 9 is a story about aliens who make contact with Earth and the relationships with humans and society. The creatures were set up in a makeshift home in South Africa's District 9. Control over the aliens has been contracted out to Multi-National United (MNU), a private company uninterested in the aliens' welfare. Their sole interest, alien technology and weapons. Weapon research would mean huge profits for the company. Wikus van der Merwe (Sharlto Copley) is placed in charge of the filed operation to evict, remove, and place the aliens in a new holding facility. Conflict and tension threaten the operation as agents move in. I will not go any further into detail because I would prefer to not spoil anything. This is unlike any sci-fi film I have seen in years. Forget Terminator 3 and 4, forget the AVP movies forget all those laughable sci-fi movies, this film is what we have been waiting for. An original idea, an original concept, brilliantly executed, great CGI, good acting, it just has it all. We have seen many aliens come to earth movies, but this is different, I will not say why though. That is for you to find out when you see it, which I HIGHLY recommend you do. While Producer Peter Jackson's name has been attached with everything -- and its promotional materials in particular -- revolving around District 9, Writer/Director Neill Blomkamp's film stands solidly on its own two feet. It's not an example of a pet project with only a name behind it to get it noticed, but instead a one-of-a-kind, with some really excellent action scenes with some great dramatic moments and some wonderful social commentary. Few films grab the attention so vigorously and never let go quite like District 9. District 9 lands on Blu-ray with an impressive array of extras, the collection headlined by a commentary track with Director/Co-Writer Neill Blomkamp. The Alien Agenda: A Filmmaker's Log is a three-part feature broken into three segments. Envisioning 'District 9 is a piece that examines the film's origins in Alive in Johannesburg, the story's evolution from that film to this, the story's themes, creature design, and more. Shooting 'District 9' offers a solid behind-the-scenes look at the making of several scenes and the challenges of the shoot, intercut with cast and crew interview clips. Finally, Refining 'District 9' looks at the finalization of the film's sound effects and score, cast and crew reflections on the experience, and more. Also included is a collection of 22 deleted scenes. The video quality delivers clear, sharp details; solid color reproduction; and a fair sense of depth. The audio is surprisingly spacious across the two channels, with crisp dialogue, strong ambience, and loud and clear sound effects. For a first effort, Neill Blomkamp has created one of the best SciFi film in years, I highly recommend this excellent film.
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