Kate’s Treasures15
Escape From New York DVD Special Edition
Escape From New York DVD Special Edition
Couldn't load pickup availability
Arundawn Dog Rescue
Clymping Dog Sanctuary
Escape From New York DVD
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Escape From New York DVD |
| Director | John Carpenter |
| Genre | Action, drama, science fiction, cult classic, dystopian |
| Format | Region 2 DVD |
| Rating | 15 – suitable for ages 15 and over |
| Lead Actor | Kurt Russell |
| Supporting Cast | Adrienne Barbeau, Harry Dean Stanton |
| Setting | Dystopian future New York City |
| Language | English language |
| Edition Type | Special edition |
| Run Time | Approximately 99 minutes |
| Director Excellence | John Carpenter brings renowned filmmaking expertise |
| Directorial Approach | Smart, stylish, completely original dystopian world |
| Cast Performance | Iconic performances creating authentic characters |
| Kurt Russell | Perfect as Snake Plissken with incredible cool attitude |
| Snake Plissken | Tough-guy attitude making survival believable |
| Adrienne Barbeau | Memorable character authentic to dark world |
| Harry Dean Stanton | Memorable character authentic to dark world |
| Story Quality | Narrative following Snake Plissken's journey |
| Narrative Structure | Suspenseful narrative captivating audiences |
| Thematic Elements | Society, authority, civilization breakdown, heroism, morality |
| Social Commentary | Thought-provoking commentary on society and authority |
| Dystopian World | Futuristic and strangely believable nightmare New York |
| World Building | Creates entirely new world serving as exciting entertainment |
| Action Sequences | Sustained dramatic intensity with spectacular action |
| Suspense Quality | Uses action and suspense to explore deeper themes |
| Visual Presentation | Excellent visuals and sound enhancing masterpiece |
| Intelligence | Not just thrilling entertainment but intelligent science fiction |
| Genre Innovation | Redefines action and drama genres with unique blend |
| Cult Classic Status | Captures essence of survival in chaotic world |
| Cultural Impact | Lasting cultural impact with cinematic significance |
| Imaginative Filmmaking | Filmmaking at its most imaginative and creative |
| Entertainment Value | Combines spectacular action with genuine intelligence |
| Collector Appeal | Must-have for seasoned collectors and newcomers |
| Collection Value | Essential for cult cinema and John Carpenter collections |
| Target Audience | Cult cinema and dystopian action enthusiasts |
| Collection Type | Perfect for cult cinema and John Carpenter collections |
| Sustainability | Preloved edition supporting sustainable collecting |
| Compatibility | UK and European players |
| Condition | Some wear and tear to case, disc works perfectly |
| 💙 Arundawn Dog Rescue | 10% of this purchase goes to Arundawn Dog Rescue |
| 💙 Clymping Dog Sanctuary | 10% of this purchase goes to Clymping Dog Sanctuary |
Description
Escape From New York DVD – gripping masterpiece! Immerse yourself in this cult classic directed by John Carpenter. Kurt Russell, Adrienne Barbeau, and Harry Dean Stanton deliver iconic performances in dystopian future where America's fate hangs in balance. Approximately 99 minutes of action-drama. Smart, stylish, completely original dystopian world. Suspenseful narrative following Snake Plissken's journey. Thought-provoking commentary on society and authority. Intelligent science fiction keeping you on edge of your seat. Filmmaking at its most imaginative!
Key Features
- Legendary cast – Kurt Russell, Adrienne Barbeau, and Harry Dean Stanton deliver iconic performances creating authentic characters
- Acclaimed director – John Carpenter brings renowned filmmaking expertise with exceptional ability to create suspenseful narratives
- Cult classic status – redefines action and drama genres with unique blend capturing essence of survival in chaotic world
- High-quality presentation – DVD format with excellent visuals and sound enhancing this cinematic masterpiece
- Perfect runtime – approximately 99 minutes providing ideal length for engaging film night with sustained dramatic intensity
- Dystopian excellence – thought-provoking commentary on society following Snake Plissken's journey challenging perceptions
Shipping Information
UK Customers: FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48
🐾 Arya's Approval
Right darlings, this is absolutely brilliant! Escape From New York represents everything exciting about John Carpenter's approach to action filmmaking – it's smart, stylish, and completely original in how it creates this dystopian world that feels both futuristic and strangely believable at same time. Kurt Russell is absolutely perfect as Snake Plissken – he brings this incredible cool, tough-guy attitude that makes you believe he could actually survive in this nightmare version of New York City. Supporting cast, including Adrienne Barbeau and Harry Dean Stanton, all create these memorable characters that feel completely authentic to this dark world. What makes this film so special is how Carpenter uses action and suspense to explore deeper themes about society, authority, and what happens when civilization breaks down. It's not just thrilling entertainment – it's intelligent science fiction that makes you think about real social issues while keeping you on edge of your seat.
Perfect for anyone who loves cult cinema that combines spectacular action with genuine intelligence and creativity. This represents filmmaking at its most imaginative – when directors create entirely new worlds that serve as both exciting entertainment and thoughtful commentary on world we actually live in! Plus, choosing preloved means we're keeping these essential pieces of cult cinema in circulation! Gritty dystopian cult classic! Region 2 DVD format suitable for UK and European players! 💙
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 PAWS OUT OF 5
— Arya, Chief Drama Officer & Cult Cinema Specialist
© 2025 Kate's Treasures15. All descriptions, reviews, and product photography are original copyrighted content. Do not copy without permission.
