The deal [videorecording] Muse Entertainment Enterprises in association with Berk/Lane Entertainment, Dog Pond Productions, Sydnyk Works ; produced by Irene litinsky, Keri Nakamoto, Michael Prupas ; screenplay by William H. Macy & Steven Schachter ; directed by Steven Schachter.
A down-and-out film producer agrees to make his nephew's film about the 19th century English statesman Benjamin Disraeli. They can only get financing if he can cast a well-known action star. However, production is halted when the lead actor is kidnapped from the European film set. The producer hatches a scheme with a struggling creative executive to save the star and the movie.
Record details
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (98 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 digital copy (4 3/4 in.)
- Publisher: [Marina Del Rey, CA] : Peace Arch Entertainment, [2009]
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Based on the novel by Peter Lefcourt.Originally released as a motion picture in 2008.Special features: "Making the Deal" featurette: featuring exclusive interviews with William H. Macy, Meg Ryan, LL Cool J; theatrical trailer.Title from container.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Special features: "Making the Deal" featurette: featuring exclusive interviews with William H. Macy, Meg Ryan, LL Cool J -- Theatrical trailer -- Language: English Dolby 5.1 surrund ; English 2.0 stereo -- Subtitles: English, Spanish.
- Creation/Production Credits Note:
- Director of photography, Paul Sarossy ; editors, Matt Friedman, Susan Maggi ; music, Jeff Beal.
- Participant or Performer Note:
- William H. Macy, Meg Ryan, LL Cool J, Elliott Gould, Jason Ritter.
- Target Audience Note:
- MPAA rating: R; for sexual content and language.
- System Details Note:
- DVD; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround.
- Language Note:
- English dialogue, English or Spanish subtitles.
Search for related items by subject
- Subject:
- Disraeli, Benjamin, 1804-1881 > Drama.
Kidnapping > Europe > Drama.
Motion picture actors and actresses > United States > Drama.
Motion picture producers and directors > United States > Drama.
Motion pictures > Production and direction > Drama.
Actores cinematográficos > Estados Unidos > Teatro.
PelÃculas cinematográficas > Producción y dirección > Teatro.
PelÃculas cinematográficas > Productores y directores > Estados Unidos > Teatro.
Secuestro > Europa > Teatro. - Genre:
- Action and adventure films.
Comedy films.
Feature films.
Available copies
- 4 of 4 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at McDowell County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 4 total copies.
Show All Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fort Branch Library | DVD DEA (Text) | 37810435507065 | Adult Video | Available | - |
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Summary:
A down-and-out film producer agrees to make his nephew's film about the 19th century English statesman Benjamin Disraeli. They can only get financing if he can cast a well-known action star. However, production is halted when the lead actor is kidnapped from the European film set. The producer hatches a scheme with a struggling creative executive to save the star and the movie.
