At head of title on container: David O. Selznick's production of Margaret Mitchell's. Includes 4 discs and booklet. Originally produced as a motion picture in 1939. Based on the novel by Margaret Mitchell. Collector's edition special features: Commentary by film historian Rudy Behlmer; Ultra-Resolution film restoration; "The Making of a Legend: Gone With The Wind" the 1989 documentary made by Selznick's sons (125 Minutes); "Restoring a Legend" - An in-depth look at the restoration; Footage from 1939 Atlanta and 1961 Civil War Centennial Atlanta premieres; "The Old South" - 1940 theatrical short directed by Fred Zinnerman; "Melanie Remembers: Olivia de Havilland Recalls Gone With The Wind" - All new documentary; "Clark Gable: A King Remembered"; "Vivien Leigh: Scarlett and Beyond"; Mini documentaries covering lives and careers of the most prominent cast members; Prologue from the international release version; Trailer gallery. WPL97942 volume: Known for encompassing a story of love, romance and war, "Gone With the Wind" stands as one of the classic motion pictures of all time. Produced by David O. Selznick, this epic story stars Vivien Leigh as scarlet O'Hara who is madly in love with Rhett Butler played by Clark Gable. This epic love story also highlights several periods of the Civil War in the South, while simultaneously dwelling upon issues of race, sex and class. Enthralling new generations of viewers, the 2-disc DVD set also includes eight hours of Extras and interesting collectibles like the production art book and more. Although tragic, "Gone With the Wind" has some dark comedy scenes as Scarlett and Rhett continue their tug-of-war battle of love. Warner Home Video's 70th anniversary 2-disc DVD set release of "Gone With the Wind" is a must for any avid film fan. Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh, Leslie Howard, Olivia deHavilland, Thomas Mitchell, Barbara O'Neill, Evelyn Keyes, Ann Rutherford, George Reeves, Fred Crane, Hattie McDaniel, Oscar Polk, Butterfly McQueen, Victor Jory, Everett Brown, Howard Hickman, Alicia Rhett, Rand Brooks, Carroll Nye, Laura Hope Crews, Eddie Anderson, Harry Davenport, Leona Roberts, Jane Darwell, Ona Munson.
Summary:
Set during the American Civil War, this story focuses on the lives and loves of Southerners during this period and the hardships they endured.
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