Preston Sturges: The Filmmaker Collection
Preston Sturges was the first prominent screenwriter to direct his own script. He went on an unparalleled creative streak that brought to the screen some of the most beloved films of all time. This collection pays tribute to seven of his finest and funniest films, starring cinema's most illustrious screen stars. The Great McGinty An opportunist (Brian Donlevy), turns corruption into a promising political career, but struggles to stay on top when he tries to go honest. Christmas in July Hope springs eternal when an office clerk (Dick Powell) mistakenly believes he's won a coffee slogan challenge and spends the "prize money". The Lady Eve It's the ultimate battle of the sexes when a wealthy heir (Henry Fonda) falls (literally!) for a con woman (Barbara Stanwyck) with a shady past. Sullivan's Travels In this comedic masterpiece, a wealthy director (Joel McCrea) wants to find "real" people for his next great film (co-starring Veronica Lake). The Palm Beach Story Money makes the world go 'round, or so Gerry (Claudette Colbert) believes when she divorces her struggling husband (McCrea) and supports him by marrying a millionaire. The Great Moment This stirring biopic follows the fascinating life of W.T.G. Morton (McCrea), a 19th century dentist who successfully develops the first anesthesia. Hail the Conquering Hero A quirky soldier (Eddie Bracken) gets an unexpected homecoming when a group of uproarious Marines decide to "make" a hero out of the comic misfit. Disc 1The Great McGintyRun Time: 1 Hours and 22 MinutesMPAA Rating: Not RatedAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono (English)Subtitles: English SDH, French, SpanishPicture: Full Frame (1.33:1)Black & WhiteBonus:Theatrical TrailerDisc 2Christmas in JulyRun Time: 1 Hours and 8 MinutesMPAA Rating: Not RatedAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono (English)Subtitles: English SDH, French, SpanishPicture: Full Frame (1.33:1)Black & WhiteBonus:Theatrical TrailerDisc 3The Lady EveRun Time: 1 Hours and 35 MinutesMPAA Rating: Not RatedAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono (English)Subtitles: English SDH, French, SpanishPicture: Full Frame (1.33:1)Black & WhiteBonus:Theatrical TrailerDisc 4Sullivan's TravelsRun Time: 1 Hours and 31 MinutesMPAA Rating: Not RatedAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono (English)Subtitles: English SDH, French, SpanishPicture: Full Frame (1.33:1)Black & WhiteBonus:Theatrical TrailerDisc 5The Palm Beach StoryRun Time: 1 Hours and 28 MinutesMPAA Rating: Not RatedAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono (English)Subtitles: English SDH, French, SpanishPicture: Full Frame (1.33:1)Black & WhiteBonus:Theatrical TrailerDisc 6The Great MomentRun Time: 1 Hours and 21 MinutesMPAA Rating: Not RatedAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono (English)Subtitles: English SDH, French, SpanishPicture: Full Frame (1.33:1)Black & WhiteBonus:Theatrical TrailerDisc 7Hail the Conquering HeroRun Time: 1 Hours and 41 MinutesMPAA Rating: Not RatedAudio: Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono (English)Subtitles: English SDH, French, SpanishPicture: Full Frame (1.33:1)Black