Ang Lee’s controversial, angst-ridden adaptation of the popular Marvel comic,
HULK , premieres Oct. 28, 2003 on DVD (Universal Home Entertainment, $26.98). The complex, tragic story aside (the scientific sins of the father are truly visited on the son), there’s the more intriguing issue of Industrial Light & Magic’s CG work on the Hulk to reconsider. No matter what your views on the aesthetic choices, the technical advances in character animation make the Hulk a marvel to watch. In terms of extras, the DVD includes “The Making of the Hulk,” which dissects the film into “ILM,” “Cast and Crew,” “Stunts & Physical Effects” and “Music.” There are featurettes on how “The Dogfight” sequence was put together. You can also view how various illustrators from around the globe create a scene from the film in comic book form; and there’s an evolution of the Hulk that explores the metamorphosis of Bruce Banner from comic book to screen. Finally, there’s “The Incredible Ang Lee” that pays tribute to the director’s hands-on approach, including his donning the motion capture suit to create the Hulk’s performance.
