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 | | Description: | Taken spans spans five decades and four generation centering on three families: The Keys, Crawford's, and Clarke's. World War II veteran Russell Keys is plagued by nightmares of his abduction by aliens by aliens during the war; the Roswell incident transforms Owen Crawford from ambitious Air Force captain to evil shadow government conspirator; the unhappily married Sally Clarke is impregnated by an alien visitor. Direction: Breck Eisner, Bryan Spicer. Actors: Adam Kaufman, Alexandra Purvis, Alonso Oyarzun. Special Features: 6-Disc Set - Exclusive Bonus 6th Disc loaded with incredible added features: "Inside Taken," "The Cast of Taken," "A New Reality: Teh Visual Effects Team," "A Singular Vision: The Directors," "Time Warp." Closed captioned. Year: 2002 Runtime: 1008 minutes Original Language: English Additional Language(s): French Subtitles Available: English, French, Spanish."Steven Spielberg Presents Taken (6pc) / (ws Dol)" is a multi-disc DVD set of the acclaimed science-fiction miniseries "Taken", presented in widescreen with Dolby sound. Told over multiple episodes and generations, the story follows several interconnected families whose lives are forever altered by UFO sightings, alien abductions, and a secret government conspiracy that stretches across decades. The series combines intimate character drama with large-scale mystery, weaving together themes of memory, identity, and the human response to the unknown. Across its six parts, viewers experience a blend of suspense, emotional depth, and speculative science fiction that has made "Taken" a standout in modern TV storytelling.
As an executive producer, Steven Spielberg's name signals a focus on cinematic quality, strong storytelling, and emotional resonance. Known for genre-defining works in science fiction and adventure, his involvement emphasizes character-driven narratives, careful world-building, and polished production values. "Taken" reflects these strengths by grounding its extraterrestrial premise in believable family relationships and moral dilemmas, inviting viewers not just to be thrilled by the mystery, but to care about the people at the center of it.
The cast and creative team behind "Taken" feature performers and filmmakers who have shaped contemporary film and television. Steven Spielberg himself has directed and produced some of the most influential movies in cinema history, including landmark science-fiction and adventure films, award-winning dramas, and culturally defining blockbusters. His body of work has received numerous prestigious awards and nominations, and he is widely regarded as one of the most important storytellers of modern film. The ensemble of actors in "Taken" includes accomplished television and film performers known for their ability to handle complex, emotionally layered roles, contributing significantly to the series' sense of realism and intensity. The writers and directors connected to the project bring extensive experience in genre television, ensuring that the story's long-form structure, pacing, and mystery elements remain compelling from episode to episode.
This edition is released in DVD format, making it suitable for viewers who appreciate physical media, boxed sets, and collectible series. The "6pc" (six-piece) configuration indicates that the complete miniseries is spread across multiple discs to preserve image and sound quality, and to provide a convenient viewing structure episode by episode. The widescreen (ws) presentation is designed to honor the original visual composition, while Dolby audio enhances atmosphere, dialogue clarity, and the immersive quality of the sound design.
Saddleback Publishing, the listed manufacturer, is primarily known in the educational sector, especially for materials that support reading development and accessible learning resources. Their products often focus on clear structure, approachable content, and usability in instructional or supplementary settings. By offering a DVD release such as this, Saddleback can provide narrative content that may be used both for entertainment and, where appropriate, as a resource in educational contexts, such as media studies, narrative analysis, or discussions of science-fiction themes and their cultural impact. Their reputation for producing targeted, user-friendly materials suggests an emphasis on reliability, consistency, and practical value in the products they distribute. | | | Age rating: |
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