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WSR Detailed DVD Review
Powaqqatsi
Genre: Special Interest

Reviewed In Issue 65 (Oct 2002) Of Widescreen Review®

Stars:
Native Tribes In Their Native Environments

WSR Review Scores
WSR Picture Rating: 4
DD Sound Rating: 3.5
DTS Sound Rating: NA
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Reference Systems
Critics' Composite Score: 5
Internet Links
http://www.mgm.com/dvd

Special Features
Includes the 20-minute


 DVD General Information

(Studio/Distributor): MGM Home Entertainment
(Catalog Number): 1003767
(MPAA Rating): G
(Rating Reason):

(Retail Price): $19.98
(DVD Type): Single Side, Single Layer (DVD5)
(Widescreen Edition): Yes
(Full Screen Edition): No
(Anamorphic Widescreen): Yes
(Running Time In Minutes): 100
(Color Type): Color
(Chaptered/Scene Access): Yes
(Closed Captioned): No
(Regional Coding): 1
(Theatrical Year): 1987
(Theatrical Release): Yes
(Direct-To-Video Release): No
(DVD Release Date): 09/17/02
(THX® Digitally Mastered): No

 Credits Information

(Director): Godfrey Reggio
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Story Synopsis:
From the Hopi language

DVD Picture:
The anamorphically enhanced 1.85:1 DVD picture exhibits breathtaking cinematography of intriguing locations and subjects. Images are sharp and detailed, with fine textures and definition. Colors are rich and organic, with clay buildings, red dresses, and golden sunsets appearing very natural. Fleshtones are accurately rendered, and blacks appear deep and solid. Unfortunately, pixelization can break up the finer details, giving the picture a

Soundtrack:
The Dolby