David Cronenberg reveals an uncharacteristic streak of wry humour in this restlessly inventive take on the world of virtual-reality gaming... and still finds room for his usual cast of glutinous creatures and bizarre anatomical weaponry.
DVD Extras:
Three commentaries, FX documentary, trailer, & dreamcast menu.The hour-long doc' focuses on the work of production designer Carol Spier, following the process from early sketches to shooting, and includes contributions from Cronenberg, various FX technicians and the director of photography. Cronenberg's laconic commentary reveals more behind-the-scenes secrets and explains the obscure visual references - - `Perky Pat's' fast food products, for example, are a homage to Philip K Dick. In some alternative reality, all DVDs are packaged this way.
