School Of Rock Blu-ray Steelbook Review
“School Of Rock” is one of many Richard Linklater gems.
Dewey Finn desperately wants to be a rock star, but his road to stardom isn’t going particularly well. He’s broke, he’s been kicked out of his band, and he’s on the verge of having to move out of the place he’s staying at with his pal Ned and his controlling girlfriend Patty. When Dewey answers a call intended for Ned about a substitute teacher gig, Dewey decides to pose as Ned to make some quick money. Dewey knows nothing about teaching and has no real intention of teaching anything until he learns his students can play instruments. A light bulb goes off in Dewey’s head and he decides to form a band using his class to enter in the forthcoming Battle of the Bands competition (that he wanted to enter himself).Will it go well or will Dewey’s plan come crashing down?
It’s been 20 years since “School Of Rock” was released and, truth be told, it’s not the type of movie you see much of anymore. It’s a crowd pleasing studio underdog comedy that was designed for a would be star at the time. That star is, of course, the new mega star Jack Black. Along with “High Fidelity,” this remains the actor’s finest screen work as he serves up a healthy dose of humor, heart, and more energy than 10 movies combined.
It’s not just Jack Black that makes this movie special though. This is one of those rare movies where everything works like magic. You’ve got one of the best filmmakers of the past 30 plus years with Richard Linklater helming the project. You’ve got Mike White writing the very quotable script (and starring in a pivotal role) years before he would go on to become an award-winning writer for HBO’s fantastic “The White Lotus.” And you’ve got a perfect ensemble featuring Joan Cusack, Sarah Silverman and young actors including a would be star in Miranda Cosgrove (best known for “iCarly”). Sure, the script’s premise is absurd and frankly inherently problematic with a stranger becoming a teacher, but the movie still works. Dewey finds a new career and purpose and he changes the lives of his students in the process. It’s a heartwarming story through and through.
Video/Audio:
Presentation: 1.78:1 1080p. How does it look? This is a decent transfer that has some dirt specs and fuzz, but the real question is, why wasn’t there a 4K release instead (especially with it being the 20th anniversary release)?
Audio Track: 5.1 DTS-HD MA. How does it sound? The 5.1 track rocks like AC/DC.
Extras:
* Digital copy
* Theatrical trailer
* Commentary by Jack Black and Richard Linklater
* Kids’ Kommentary
* “Kids’ Video Diary: Toronto Film Festival”- A behind-the-scenes look at the young cast venturing to Toronto for the film festival premiere.
* “MTV’s Diary Of Jack Black”- An amusing episode of the TV series which shows an exaggerated day in the life of Jack Black in 2003.
* “Dewey Finn’s History Of Rock”- An interactive feature showcasing the world of rock genres and artists.
* “School Of Rock” music video.
* “Jack Black’s Pitch To Led Zeppelin”- Jack Black’s pitch to Zeppelin to use “The Immigrant Song” in “School Of Rock.”
* “Lessons Learned On School Of Rock” features cast and crew interviews, set footage, and lessons learned on the set.
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