Rent (Special Edition) / Godspell (2-Pack) (Widescreen)

"Rent" - Set in New York Cit's gritty East Village, the revolutionary rock Opera "Rent" tells the story of a group of bohemians struggling to live and pay their rent. "Measuring their lives in love," these starving artists strive for sucess and acceptance while enduring the obstacles of poverty, illness and the Aids epidemic. Is based on Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer and Tony Award winning musical, one of the longest running shows on Broadway. The raw and reveting musical stars Rosario Dawson, Taye Diggs, Wilson Jermaine Heredia, Jesse L. Martin, Idina Menzel, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp, and Tracie Thoms and is directed by Chris Columbus. "Godspell" - The international hit musical sensation "Godspell" comes to life in this exhilarating screen adaptation. An updated interpretation of the Gospel's lessons filled with unforgettable song and dance numbers, "Godspell" is rousing entertainment in the tradition of the classic rock operas "Hair", "Tommy", and "Jesus Christ Superstar". John the Baptist (David Haskell) gathers a diverse band of youthful disciples to follow and learn from the teachings of Jesus (Victor Garber, "Titanic"). They form a roving acting troupe that enacts the Parables through the streets and landmarks of a brilliantly photographed contemporary New York City. High-spirited music, including the smash hit song "Day by Day" from Oscar-winning lyricist Stephen Schwartz (Original Song "Colors of the Wind" and Original Score, "Pocahontas", 1995) and show-stopping dance routines contribute to this superb family entertainment.

Audio Commentary, Interactive Menus, Production Notes, Scene Selections, Talent Files, Theatrical Trailers.

"Musical Highlights": Direct Access To Musical Numbers.