DVD Review: Reindeer Games

Assaulting you before "Reindeer Games" (also known as "Deception" in the United Kingdom) is a non-pauseable, non-stoppable ad for "Scream 3." Just out of prison and looking to reform, car thief Rudy Duncan (Affleck) knows just what he wants to do: have a mug of hot chocolate...and impersonate his old cellmate Nick so he can hook up with his beautiful pen pal Ashley (Theron). Unfortunately, Ashley's wicked brother Gabriel (Sinese) have plans for "Nick" that include forcing him into robbing an Indian gaming casino that's packed with cash during the Christmas holidays. (Laurie Sevano)
Special Notes: Also known as "Deception."

DVD Picture: The anamorphically enhanced 2.35:1 DVD exhibits image quality that is pleasing in all aspects. Colors effectively enhance the appearance of the cold surrounding and thrilling content of the film. Some interior scenes appear slightly smeared. Occasional instances of edge enhancement and pixelization are noticed, but overall, the picture will surely please.

DVD Soundtrack: The Dolby Digital 5.1-channel soundtrack is very well-produced, featuring fine fidelity and a spacious presence that is atmospheric and engrossing. The dialogue features voices that sound natural, with convincing spatial integration. The narrative is an excellent production, presented at a comfortable listening level. The split surrounds convincingly impart a sense of both ambience and involvement, occasionally heightening the visceral intensity. Similarly, the music effectively conveys the emotional momentum, and is well-recorded. Bass is deep with rumbles that are sometimes intense to below 25Hz in all channels.

Picture: 4
Dolby Digital Sound: 5
Critics' Composite Score: 2.5

Stars: Ben Affleck, Gary Sinise, Charlize Theron, Dennis Farina, James Frain, Donal Logue, Isaac Hayes, Clarence Williams III

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