Deep Rising (1998) + Extras [w/Commentary]

When a band of ruthless hijackers invade the world's most luxurious cruise ship, they're shocked to discover the passengers have mysteriously vanished! But that doesn't mean they are alone! Something terrifying is lurking just out of sight: a deadly force from the unexplored depths of the ocean that begins to snatch the horrified intruders one by one!



Audio Commentary features director Stephen Sommers and editor Bob Ducsay.

Extras:
- Interview (8:23) with Wes Studi details a cold, wet shoot for the actor, who shares his trouble dealing with tank swimming, at one point finding exposed glass at the bottom of a set instead of the camera. He explains his limited need for character work, and reflects on his co-stars, teaching Kevin J. O'Connor how to play "Brown-Eyed Girl" on guitar between set-ups. Studi also discusses his specialized weapon and the physical stress of working with a CGI monster.
- Interview (13:16) with Anthony Heald reveals his last-minute casting for "Deep Rising," jumping into the production, with his bloodiest moment making up his first day at work. Process is examined, with a literal chart used to keep Heald aware of character distress. The actor reveals he picked up a staph infection during the shoot, unable to be hospitalized, requiring injections to maintain health, which forced him to sacrifice bonding time with the cast. Heald also covers the happy but arduous shoot, his approach to playing an interesting villain, and his disappointment with the film's disastrous box office performance.