E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Blu-ray™ Combo Pack Movie Review

While we were in Universal Studios, my family and I went on the E.T. ride and while we enjoyed it, trying to explain the story behind it to my kiddos wasn’t easy. I mean what do you say…a boy finds an alien, befriends him and helps him get home while flying in front of the moon on his bike? I guess I could tell the that BUT they wouldn’t get it. This is why I was glad that E.T. became available on Blu-ray & DVD so that we could watch it together. I am not quite sure they totally got it. However, they did enjoy it and the ride we went on made more sense to them.

I can’t believe it celebrated its 30th Anniversary!!! Did you enjoy E.T. as a child? It was nice being able to see the movie in such great quality. It’s different being able to experience it as an adult…

E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Anniversary Edition Blu-ray™ Combo Pack features an all-new, digitally remastered picture, as well as all-new surround sound. In addition to the 1982 theatrical movie, the combo pack includes an all-new interview with director Steven Spielberg, and “The E.T. Journals” featuring never-before-seen footage from the set of the film.

Check out ALL of the Bonus Features:

• The E.T. Journals: In this all-new bonus feature, retrace the day-to-day experience of creating E.T from never-before-seen, behind-the-scenes footage shot by Academy Award®-winning cinematographer John Toll. This piece will give viewers a unique feeling of being on the set and living the excitement of what it was like to make E.T.
• Steven Spielberg & E.T.: Watch an all-new interview with Steven Spielberg, as he reflects back on the film and discusses his experience working with the actors, as well as his overall and current perspective on E.T.
• Deleted Scenes: Two scenes from 2002 version of the film.
• A Look Back: A special insider’s look into the making of E.T. featuring interviews with Steven Spielberg, the cast, and others intimately involved with the film.
• The E.T. Reunion: The cast and filmmaker reunite to discuss their thoughts on the impact of the film.

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• The Evolution and Creation of E.T.: From idea to screenplay, through casting and making the film.
• The Music of E.T.: A Discussion with John Williams: Interviews and footage focused on the long-standing relationship between John Williams and Steven Spielberg.
• The 20th Anniversary Premiere: Composer John Williams played the score of E.T. live at the Shrine Auditorium for the re-release premiere of E.T. This featurette gives us a behind the scenes look at this presentation.
• Original Theatrical Trailer
• Special Olympics TV spot
• Designs, Photographs and Marketing
• UltraViolet™: The revolutionary new way for consumers to collect movies and TV shows, store them in the cloud, and instantly stream and download to computers, tablets and smartphones. Consumers can now truly enjoy their movies anytime, anywhere on the platform of their choice. Currently available in the United States only.
• Digital Copy: The Blu-ray™ Combo Pack includes a digital copy of the film compatible with iTunes®, iPad®, iPhone®, iPod™, iPod™ touch, Android or online retail partners.
• pocket BLU™ App: The popular free pocket BLU™ app for smartphones is now even better with newly updated versions for iPad®, Android™ tablets, PC and Macintosh computers, with features made especially to take advantage of the devices’ larger screens and high resolution displays.
• BD-LIVE™: Access the BD-Live™ Center through your Internet-connected player to access the latest trailers, exclusive content and more!