The Martian Chronicles

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…a warning to all mankind.

Film Synopsis

The Martian Chronicles (1980) follows successive human expeditions to Mars as colonization reshapes both the planet and those who arrive seeking a new beginning. As encounters with the remnants of Martian civilization give way to human conflict, nostalgia, and ecological ruin, hope erodes into repetition of old mistakes. This science-fiction drama blends speculative wonder and melancholy reflection in a poignant study of imperialism, memory, and cultural extinction.

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Comparison of The Martian Chronicles Blu-ray & DVD Editions
Disc Extras
Kino BD-A/US 2024
Kino BD-A/US/OOP 2018
Final Cut BD-B/UK 2024
Imprint BD-B/AU 2023
MGM DVD-1/US/OOP 2004
Audio Commentary by Heath Holland and Amanda Reyes - Episode 1
Audio Commentary by Daniel Budnik and Amanda Reyes - Episode 3
Audio Commentary by Gary Gerani
Audio Commentary by Justin Kerswell and Amanda Reyes - Episode 2
Ray Bradbury: An American Icon (2007)
Interview with Actor James Faulkner
Interview with Composer Richard Harvey (30:17)
Interview with Script Supervisor Cheryl Leigh (29:52)
Interview with Special Effects and Makeup Artist Colin Arthur (9:04)
Interview with Special Effects Sculptor Brian Muir (10:45)

Edition and Packaging Notes

  • MGM’s DVD contains no extras.
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