For those of you who might not be familiar with it, the commentary usually consists of the director of the film and either the producer or sometimes members of the film's cast. I find it so entertaining and interesting to hear about the making of the film first hand from the talented people behind it. It makes you appreciate the movie more when you hear the director talk about the difficulties or getting a certain scene shot perfectly or when you listen to the star of the film discuss their mind set as they prepared to get into character act a certain scene.
One of my favorite movie commentaries is from the film "Something's Gotta Give" which features writer/director Nancy Meyers as well as the star of the movie, Jack Nicholson (There is also a second version of the commentary with Nancy Meyers and Diane Keaton). Hearing the two discuss the film they maid, especially Meyers since she also penned the script, is really enjoyable. Any commentary by J.J. Abrams and Christopher Nolan is also well worth checking out. They are two of the best directors working in film today and hearing about their experiences making their respected films is really amazing.
Maybe finding enjoyment in the commentary option on your DVD and Blu-Ray discs is only for the true movies buffs of the world; but I'd still urge you to check them out on some of your favorite movies if you're ever looking for a different perspective on film making. So tell me - am I alone here on this one? Do some of you already watch the commentary? If so I'd love to hear what some of your favorites are.
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