Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Stunning
¡Hola, mi gente! Get ready to put your dancing shoes on and sway to the legendary beats of Prince, because “The Beautiful Ones” are set to shine brighter than ever! This June 25 marks a special moment as Warner Home Video celebrates the 40th anniversary of Prince’s iconic film “Purple Rain” with a dazzling re-release in 4K UHD and digital platforms. ¡Qué emoción!
Now, let’s talk details, amigos! Not only will our screens get a visual and auditory upgrade, but the release also comes packed with legacy bonus content that will make your corazón sing. Imagine this – eight electrifying music videos that captured our hearts back in the day, now looking more sharp and stunning.
Released on July 27, 1984, “Purple Rain” was a cinematic song that told a story loosely inspired by Prince’s own vida. It’s a tale that danced its way to more than $70 million worldwide and notched up an Academy Award for best original song score. Prince, our dazzling star, was just 26 when he skyrocketed to superstardom through this film.
The film features Apollonia Kotero, who stars as the love interest and protégée to Prince’s character, The Kid. Also sharing the spotlight are members of his band The Revolution and other phenomenal artists like The Time, for whom Prince had either written or produced songs. And amigos, who can forget the breathtaking soundtrack? With hits like “Let’s Go Crazy,” “When Doves Cry,” and the soul-stirring “I Would Die 4 U,” plus the epic title track itself, it’s no wonder the soundtrack has sold over 25 million copies.
Diving into the special features of the “Purple Rain” 4K UHD Disc, we find treasures galore! Picture this: commentary by director Albert Magnoli, producer Robert Cavallo, and cinematographer Donald E. Thorin, sharing behind-the-scenes secrets that will make you feel like part of the film’s familia. Plus, you’ll get a glimpse into the journey to pop royalty with the featurette “First Avenue: The Road to Pop Royalty.”
And the music videos – ay, Dios mío! Prepare to relive the magic with “Let’s Go Crazy”, “Take Me with U”, and the visually mesmerizing “When Doves Cry”. There’s also “I Would Die 4 U/Baby I’m a Star”, the dramatic “Purple Rain”, the funky beats of “Jungle Love”, the rhythmic “The Bird”, and the captivating “Sex Shooter”. Each one is a piece of music history, now revitalized for your viewing delight.
Sadly, a few bonus materials like the “Purple Rain: Backstage Pass” making-of documentary and the 1984 MTV Premiere Party won’t make an appearance in this re-release. But no te preocupes, the existing features promise to keep you entertained and bring back all those nostalgic feels.
So, whether you’re a die-hard fan of Prince or a newcomer to his musical genius, this 40th-anniversary re-release of “Purple Rain” is a cultural fiesta not to be missed. It’s a celebration of music, amor, and art – all wrapped up in a spellbinding visual package. Mark your calendars, prepare your mejores outfits, and get ready to experience “Purple Rain” like never before. Vámonos, let the music play!