T2W Exclusive Giveaway: Win a Copy of American Gangster on DVD!
Author: Staff | Date: February 15th 2008 | Views: 9 |

American Gangster, the grippingly intense crime-thriller acclaimed by critics and audiences, shoots its way onto DVD on Tuesday, February 19th, and support of its release, we are giving away two FREE copies of the 2-disc special edition extended film version to our loyal readers! All you have to do is leave a comment with a valid e-mail address anytime between now and Saturday, February 23rd 2008. Any comment posted after 12 AM EST 2/23/08 will not be eligible for the prize. The two lucky winners will be notified between Saturday, February 23rd 2008 and Monday, February 25th 2008.
For more information regarding the 2-disc special edition extended film version of the movie, and to check out a widget that includes three Exclusive Clips from the Bonus Features and a Clip from Anthony Hamilton’s music video, “Do You Feel Me,” click below!
OVERVIEW »
Inspired by a true story, American Gangster, the grippingly intense crime-thriller acclaimed by critics and audiences as one of the best films of 2007, will be available in two versions on the exclusive American Gangster 2-Disc Unrated Extended Edition DVD that includes both an unrated, extended movie with over 18 additional minutes and an alternate ending PLUS the original theatrical film. Academy Award® winners Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe portray one Harlem’s most notorious crime bosses and the outcast cop who pursues him, respectively, ultimately leading to a climactic confrontation that alters the destiny of an entire generation in New York City. Directed by Ridley Scott and produced by Brian Grazer and Scott, American Gangster boasts an all-star cast including Josh Brolin, Ruby Dee, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Chiwetel Ejiofor, Armand Assante, Carla Gugino, and popular rap artists Common, RZA and Tip “T.I.†Harris.
In addition, the American Gangster 3-Disc Collector’s Edition, available for a limited time only, includes over five hours of bonus features, a 32-page collectible book and a downloadable digital copy of the unrated, extended film. Also available on February 19 is Gangsters: The Ultimate Film Collection, a nine-disc set containing four of Hollywood’s most iconic gangster films including American Gangster, Scarface, Casino and Carlito’s Way.
CONTENT BREAKDOWN / BONUS FEATURES »
DISC 1: Unrated Extended Version – 18 additional minutes of never-before-seen footage and an alternate ending, and original theatrical version including commentary with Director Ridley Scott and Writer Steven Zaillian.
DISC 2: Deleted scenes, including an alternate opening.
FALLEN EMPIRE: MAKING AMERICAN GANGSTER
- Tru Blu: The Real Story: An in-depth look at the true story that inspired the movie and the long road to developing the film. Featuring interviews with the former real-life Harlem crime boss Frank Lucas and now retired detective Richie Roberts
- Killer Threads: A look at how the world of the 1970’s was brought back to life
- Crime War: Follow production from the streets of NY to the jungles of Thailand
- Rhythm of the Streets: Look into the film’s music, featuring tracks such as “Do You Feel Me†performed by Anthony Hamilton
- Into the Arena: Ali vs. Frazier: Setting up the infamous Ali-Frazier fight
CASE FILES
- Setting Up the Takedown: Be on the set as Ridley Scott directs the climactic drug bust and watch this master director at work
- Script Meeting: A look into the production office where director Ridley Scott, writer Steven Zaillian, and detective Richie Roberts discuss the script and break down of the scenes
- Drug Test: Ridley Scott receives information on the preparation of heroin from a New York detective





MIKE
February 15, 2008 at 4:48 AM
OH YEAH THIS DVD IS MINE, 1ST! LUVVV DENZEL WASHINGTON & THINK2WICE.ORG!
nathandevonte
February 15, 2008 at 8:05 AM
Leave a comment saying what!! I think i leave comments everyday!!!
..How about that film is banging!!! holla at me for the DVD if it can play in the UK regions!!!
http://www.myspace.com/nathandevonte (my emails up dere)
Daniela in TX
February 15, 2008 at 9:20 AM
I only got to see the first half of this movie. I would love to win this. Thanks for the chance!
kariN
February 15, 2008 at 9:24 AM
Please enter me in the giveaway. Thank you!
Koya B
February 15, 2008 at 11:31 AM
i love this movie i really want this extended version sooo bad!!!
Choua
February 15, 2008 at 12:24 PM
I love this movie, and I’d like to be in the giveaway. Thanks Think2wice! Y’all the best!
Es
February 15, 2008 at 1:22 PM
Hey think2wice! This ya girl Es, jus hope yall let me cop that DVD!!! my email is:
esther.famojure@gmail.com
Yall keep doing ya thang!
-Es[SWM]
Newton
February 15, 2008 at 1:56 PM
Hey T2W, my e-mail is nwofu5@gmail.com
Thanks!
-Newton
Patrice Warren
February 15, 2008 at 2:00 PM
OMG!! dude….ive went to see this movie like a ‘gillion’ times and all my friends think i’m crazy!! there is so much real emotion in this film that i can relate to!!! if i dont win this giveaway thing imma go cop ’bout 20 copies anyways!!!! WOOOO AMERICAN GANGSTER!!!
KC
February 15, 2008 at 6:39 PM
I really wanted to see this but never get a chance. Add me to the contest.
E-mail: supersayiankace1@aol.com
Miss Brown from H-Town...
February 15, 2008 at 7:35 PM
AAAAHHHH!!! I love DENZEL…and I really wanna see the extended ending
SayMyNameTwice
February 16, 2008 at 4:05 AM
I need this in my life….
SayMyNameTwice
February 16, 2008 at 4:06 AM
Oh yeah, the email is ThatOSUDude@aol.com
Cici
February 16, 2008 at 8:37 AM
hell yea! i`ve been waiting for something like this!! i haven`t seen this movie yet as i did not get to the theater to see it (cheap ass parents). Pleaseeeeeee pleasee give me a chance to win this DVD. I live in Barbados and trust me, DVD`s ain`t cheap. I need this in my life.
Email: queen-alina@hotmail.com
Please give me a chance. I won`t tell you to let me win cuz i know the other readers want this as much as i do. All i`m asking for is a chance.
Thank Think2wice
Much love
Paige
February 16, 2008 at 7:30 PM
I’m a huge Jigga fan. + This movie was fire, son.
The e-mail is [ freshlikepaige@yahoo.com ] .
porschia
February 16, 2008 at 8:56 PM
i love this movie, i hope i win. thanks
Geri
February 17, 2008 at 3:16 PM
Great contest!
Sandra
February 17, 2008 at 3:22 PM
Yayyyyyy… I really wanted to see this movie when it came out in theaters, but couldnt because of my classes and work schedule. I heard it was off tha chain. Thanks Think2wice, for the opportunity to win such great prizes. We really appreciate what you guys do. Hope I win.
Daisy
February 17, 2008 at 3:28 PM
Loved this movie. Add my name to the giveaway.
Brittany J.
February 17, 2008 at 6:30 PM
Best movie of the 2007 year, this site is the best!
Tiffany
February 17, 2008 at 6:44 PM
this is so cool!
BECKY H
February 17, 2008 at 8:59 PM
WOULD LOVE TO SEE THIS
Lorraine
February 17, 2008 at 9:12 PM
very nice
Duwayne
February 18, 2008 at 12:53 AM
i would love this dvd, it would be the perfect birthday gift for me since i didn’t get any thing but it’s ok though since it was on the 15 of february. i would really be greatful if ii could get a copy
Michael
February 18, 2008 at 9:10 AM
Great contest! Count me in!
Linda Pinto
February 18, 2008 at 12:01 PM
I would like to win this!
Candice
February 18, 2008 at 1:02 PM
My boyfriend wants this movie so bad, he will not shut up about it. Geez, I hope I win so I don’t have to listen to him whine anymore, lol. I really wanna see it, too. Thanks!
Terry Cover
February 18, 2008 at 2:06 PM
This is one movie I would really love to see. Just think a director able to get these two actors with such high ego’s together, quite accomplisment in its self.
Linda
February 18, 2008 at 2:37 PM
I loved this movie, and would love to add it to my Denzel library.
Jennifer Furtado
February 18, 2008 at 2:40 PM
I heard this movie was awesome!
margie Gilbert
February 18, 2008 at 4:46 PM
if I see one movie this year, this is it
SAMUEL WUU
February 18, 2008 at 5:22 PM
GOOD LUCK TO ALL WHO ENTER
keith james
February 18, 2008 at 7:33 PM
thanks
Michael Hurley
February 18, 2008 at 8:04 PM
this is a great movie with a great supporting cast.
David Pollastrini
February 18, 2008 at 10:59 PM
Pick me!
JUDITH MANUEL
February 19, 2008 at 12:00 AM
WOULD LOVE TO SEE THIS
Patricia Simpkin
February 19, 2008 at 10:03 AM
This is a GREAT flick; I’d love to win this one!
Richard Bonjour
February 19, 2008 at 10:28 AM
I want this !
Bablu
February 19, 2008 at 11:18 AM
I would love this one. Thanks.
Kristie Noguera
February 19, 2008 at 2:44 PM
I would love this DVD
Tracey C
February 19, 2008 at 4:58 PM
Great movie. Russell crowe and denzel are two of the greatest actors working today
Daniel M
February 19, 2008 at 7:46 PM
big denzel & crowe fan can’t wait to see it
Amandine
February 19, 2008 at 9:03 PM
Denzel is my fav actor, and this movie probably one of my fav of all the time and Think2wice is the hottest gossip site =)
Nikki Evans
February 19, 2008 at 9:17 PM
I would love to win this prize, GLTA!
Paula McClement
February 19, 2008 at 10:56 PM
I’ll take it!
william watkins, Sr.
February 20, 2008 at 8:38 AM
let me win
Nan
February 20, 2008 at 3:59 PM
Toss mine in the hopper, too.
Rich
February 20, 2008 at 4:00 PM
Cheers.
Kara Poulios
February 20, 2008 at 8:13 PM
Enter me!
Tracey Pounds
February 21, 2008 at 12:26 AM
sounds good to me!