Release Date: 10/19/2004 Original Release: 2004 Format: DVD Length: 90 minutes Rating:PG-13 (MPAA) Rating Reason: (Reason unavailable) UPC: 024543146735 Studio: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainm
The long-running, popular comic strip about the fat and lazy cat named Garfield comes to life with this live-action Hollywood comedy. Based on characters created by Jim Davis, the film tells the story of this supremely spoiled pet, who wants the affection of everyone around him, only he wants it on his own terms. Trouble arises one day when, under the influence of the beautiful veterinarian Liz (Jennifer Love Hewitt), Garfield's owner Jon (Breckin Meyer) stuns him by bringing home a cuddly dog, Odie. Jealous at the attention Odie is receiving, Garfield locks Odie out of the house. Odie runs away and when he's kidnapped by the evil television personality Happy Chapman (Stephen Tobolowsky), Garfield realizes his mistake, and embarks on a brave mission to rescue his new housemate.
Bill Murray is a perfect choice to provide the loveable voice behind the computer-animated cat. Director Peter Hewitt keeps the story moving along at a clipped pace, which will ensure that children's attention spans won't be tested. Breezy and charming, GARFIELD is a nostalgic return to the past for older viewers who grew up with the fuzzy feline, and an engaging introduction for younger audiences who are meeting him for the very first time.
DVD Features
Region 1 NTSC Keep Case Full Frame - 1.33 Widescreen - 1.85 Audio: Dolby Surround 5 - French, Spanish Dolby Surround 5.1 - English Subtitles - English, French, Spanish - Optional Additional Release Material: Music Video: Baha Men - HOLLA Featurette: Inside Look: Animation Transition Audio Commentary: Peter Hewitt and John Davis - Director and Producer Trailers: 1. CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN 2. DR. DOLITTLE 3. LIKE MIKE 4. THE SANDLOT 5. Bratz Music Video 6. STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE
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