The Brave (A Halál Ára) | Johnny Depp's Directorial Debut DVD | Featuring Marlon Brando

Made in Hungary  

Region 2 PAL DVD

Product Information

• UPC: 5999881068269 
• Product Type: Feature Film DVD 
• Genre: Drama 
• Audio Language: Hungarian (5.1 and 2.0 Dolby Digital), English (2.0 Dolby Digital) 
• Subtitle: Hungarian 
• Running Time: 119 minutes 
• Format: PAL, Color, 16:9 (1.78:1), Dual-layer disc (DVD9) 
• Distributor: Jupiter Film / SoundCard Kft. 
• Product Code: IPH5002

Overview

"The Brave" (A Halál Ára) marks Johnny Depp's directorial debut, starring himself alongside the legendary Marlon Brando in one of his final film roles. The story follows Raphael (Depp), a poverty-stricken Native American man living in a trailer park in the desolate town of Morgantown with his wife Rita (Elpidia Carrillo) and their two young children. Despite his troubled past, Raphael struggles to provide for his family, feeling trapped in a cycle of poverty with no escape in sight. During a desperate trip to the nearby city in search of work, he encounters McCarthy (Marlon Brando), a modern-day angel of death who presents Raphael with a devastating proposition: in exchange for financial security for his family, Raphael agrees to be tortured to death on camera in a live broadcast one week later. With the deal struck, Raphael returns to spend his final seven days showering his loved ones with gifts and attention, knowing that his ultimate sacrifice will secure their future but at the terrible cost of his own life.

Hungarian Translation - Overview (Áttekintés)

"A Halál Ára" Johnny Depp rendezői debütálása, amelyben maga is szerepel a legendás Marlon Brando mellett, a színészlegenda egyik utolsó filmszerepében. A történet Raphaelt (Depp) követi nyomon, egy szegénységben élő amerikai őslakos férfit, aki egy lakókocsiparkban él a sivár Morgantown városában feleségével, Ritával (Elpidia Carrillo) és két kisgyermekével. Bűnös múltja ellenére Raphael küszködik, hogy eltartsa családját, csapdába esve érzi magát a szegénység körforgásában, kiút nélkül. Egy kétségbeesett városi utazás során, munkát keresve találkozik McCarthyval (Marlon Brando), a modern halál angyalával, aki pusztító ajánlatot tesz Raphaelnek: családja anyagi biztonságáért cserébe Raphael beleegyezik, hogy egy héttel később élő adásban, kamera előtt halálra kínozzák. A megállapodás megkötése után Raphael visszatér, hogy utolsó hét napját szeretteivel töltse, ajándékokkal és figyelemmel halmozva el őket, tudva, hogy végső áldozata biztosítja jövőjüket, de saját életének szörnyű árán.

Product Features

• Format: DVD9 (Dual-layer disc - layer transition may cause brief pause)
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 widescreen (1.78:1)
• Audio Options: Hungarian 5.1 Dolby Digital, Hungarian 2.0 Dolby Digital, English 2.0 Dolby Digital
• Subtitles: Hungarian
• Special Features: Interactive animated menu, Scene selection, Original trailer, Filmographies, Previews

Interesting Facts

A Film of Contrasts and Controversy "The Brave" premiered at the 1997 Cannes Film Festival where it competed for the prestigious Palme d'Or. Despite this honor, the film received mixed reviews from critics and was never given a theatrical release in the United States. The stark portrayal of poverty and the controversial plot involving filmed violence led to divided responses from audiences worldwide, with some praising its unflinching look at desperation and sacrifice, while others found the premise too disturbing.

Collaboration with Marlon Brando This film represents a significant collaboration between Johnny Depp and Marlon Brando before they would reunite again for the commercial hit "Don Juan DeMarco." Brando's role as McCarthy, the mysterious businessman who makes the macabre offer, was one of his final significant film appearances before his death in 2004. The legendary actor reportedly took a pay cut to work with Depp, whom he greatly admired.

Multi-Talented Johnny Depp Before achieving global superstardom as Captain Jack Sparrow in "Pirates of the Caribbean," Depp was known for taking on unconventional roles in independent films. "The Brave" showcases his multiple talents as he not only directed and starred in the film but also co-wrote the screenplay with his brother D.P. Depp and Paul McCudden, based on a novel by Gregory McDonald. The film reflects themes that have appeared throughout Depp's career: outsider status, family loyalty, and sacrificing oneself for others.

Musical Connection The film features music by punk legend Iggy Pop and composer Mark Governor, creating a haunting soundtrack that underscores the film's themes of desperation and sacrifice. Iggy Pop and Depp have maintained a long friendship and artistic collaboration over the years, with their musical sensibilities complementing the film's raw emotional landscape.

Visual Storytelling Though critically divisive, many reviewers praised the film's visual style, which was captured by cinematographer Vilko Filac. Depp's directorial approach emphasizes visual storytelling over dialogue, creating powerful images that convey the emotional weight of Raphael's decision and the stark reality of reservation life in America, bringing attention to the often overlooked struggles of Native American communities.

Cast and Crew

• Director: Johnny Depp
• Writers: Johnny Depp, D.P. Depp, Paul McCudden
• Starring: Johnny Depp, Marlon Brando, Elpidia Carrillo, Marshall Bell, Frederic Forrest, Clarence Williams III, Max Perlich, Luis Guzmán
• Music: Iggy Pop, Mark Governor
• Cinematography: Vilko Filac
• Producers: Charles Evans Jr., Carroll Kemp, Diane Batson-Smith
• Production Companies: Acappella Pictures, Brave Pictures, Majestic Films International

Publishers

Released by Jupiter Film Kft. Distributed by SoundCard Kft. (Tel: 06-23-502-152)

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