Based on the 1951 screenplay by Edmund H. North, which was based on a story "Farewell to the Master" by Harry Bates. Originally released as a motion picture in 2008. Special features: Also includes the original 1951 version on a separate disc. 2008 version: Keanu Reeves and Jennifer Connelly with Jaden Smith, John Cleese, Jon Hamm and Kathy Bates. 1951 version: Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal and Hugh Marlowe with Sam Jaffe, Billy Gray, Frances Bavier and Lock Martin.
Contents:
Disc 1. The day the earth stood still [2008 version (col.)] -- Disc 2. The day the earth stood still [1951 release (b&w), full screen ed.]
Summary:
"Epic action and mind-blowing effects rock the planet in this thrilling reinvention of the sci-fi classic, THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL. Keanu Reeves portrays Klaatu, an otherworldly being whose arrival on Earth triggers an unstoppable series of events that threaten all of mankind. In a desperate attempt to save humanity, governments and scientists race to unravel the mystery behind the visitor's appearance. When a woman (Jennifer Connelly) and her young stepson find themselves embroiled in the alien's plan, they become the world's only hope to stave off apocalyptic annihilation."--Container.
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