Note: Read a slightly more involving look at the film by reading my first Office Space DVD review.
The second round for Office Space on DVD, this time out there are actually extras. It's not a substantial amount of features, but anything above the original is an improvement. Regardless of what's on the disc, the film remains a classic, one of the most under appreciated comedies in years, and it only gets better upon repeat viewings.
Actually, repeat viewings should be a requirement to fully enjoy Office Space. The simple saga of one man sticking up for himself against his oppressive bosses is more entertaining because we've all wanted to be Peter Gibbons (Ron Livingston) at some point. There's a lot of material buried here, and you're not going to catch it all in one 90-minute session.
It's, of course, the characters too, including Stephen Root as Milton, a character that has made stockholders of the Swingline stapler company rich. Gary Cole takes on the role of Bill Lumbergh, and Jennifer Aniston takes the role of annoyed waitress. It's been cast and written perfectly.
The only problem with the film is the tossed together story, which doesn't really begin until well into the film. That's when things begin falling apart for Peter, and the real point of the movie begins. What comes before it doesn't even come close to being boring, but it's an odd way to direct a film. (**** out of *****)
It would be hard to improve on the original DVD's transfer, and the tweaks have made this flawless even if it wasn't far from it to begin with. The clarity is stunning, fine detail high, and compression absent. It looks like cleaning has been done, definitely evident in a few shots that looked slightly rough previously. It's as gorgeous to look at as it is entertaining. (*****)
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Article comments
1 - Chris Beaumont
I've been thinking of upgrading. Not sure I want to spring for all the extra stuff, although I like the gimmick.