2046, Wong Kar Wais wistful sci-fi love story about trying to recapture lost memories (with stunning vfx from French-based Buf) has arrived on DVD (Sony Pictures Home Ent., $29.95). A fitting follow-up to IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE, theres more than meets the eye (neon lights, swirling smoke, CGI trains and dreamy close-ups) in this erotic, improvisational journey. Extras include breakdowns of vfx, music and numerology.
Bonus features also include:* Alternate ending* Deleted scenes: Black Spider and the Android visit Chow* Behind the scenes 2046 featurette: including Cannes Film Festival footage* Interviews with the director and cast * Music video* Photo galleries
Bill Desowitz, former editor of VFXWorld, is currently the Crafts Editor of IndieWire.
