Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Forum

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When talking to people about the Scott Pilgrim comic, they either liked it or hated it. The first book didn't completely grab me but reading through the rest, I became a fan. I felt, overall, it was entertaining and fun. When the movie was released in August, I liked it for the most part. Beginning with the 'old school' video game Universal logo, sitting in the theater, I felt I was in for a treat. As a comic book adaption, the filmmakers did a really good job. While I did enjoy it, there were some things that could have made it better. 
 
To his credit, Edgar Wright had to adapt six books into one movie. That being said, it did take 30 minutes for the first fight between Scott and one of the Evil Exes to come on screen. My only other complaint was I just didn't feel Michael Cera was right for the role. I've liked him in other movies but he just didn't feel like "Scott Pilgrim" to me. 
 
Despite those complaints, it is a movie worth seeing. The process of turning Scott Pilgrim's world into live-action wasn't an easy feat. Visually, there is a lot to see. I wouldn't want to see it on anything other than high-definition. Also so much of the movie is centered around music and the audio on this release is showcases the different bands. 
  
If you've seen the movie already, you might be wondering about the special features. There are quite a bit that could help determine whether or not you decide to purchase or rent this Blu-ray.  
 
There are 21 deleted scenes that run about 30 minutes. Some of the scenes were so short that it was surprising that they were cut. Then again, the movie was close to two hours so it makes sense. It's a shame that the tiny scenes with Nega Scott had to be cut but it probably wouldn't have made a lot of sense to those that hadn't read the books. I'm also very glad they did not go with the alternate ending. 
 
There is nearly ten minutes of bloopers. There wasn't anything majorly funny but it was interesting to see how many takes it took for Michael Cera to toss the Amazon package over his shoulder and into the garbage when he was asking out Ramona.  

  
There are three documentaries. A Making Of feature (49:43), Music Featurette (16:27) and You Too Can Be Sex Bob-Omb (2:42) which shows you how to play the songs on guitar. Alternative footage consists of Alternative Edits (12:21) and Bits and Pieces (6:51). Pre-Production Footage, Animatics, Rehearsals, Casting tapes, etc runs for nearly an hour and a half. Music Promos include four music videos (9:47) and the OSYMYSO Remixes (9:27). Visual Effects features include VFX Before & After (14:37), Roxy Fight/Ribbon Version (1:11) and Phantom Montage: Hi Speed Footage (3:47). There's also a feature on Soundworks Collection: Sound for Film People (5:43) as well as the trailers, TV spots and video game trailers. 
 
Adult Swim aired Scott Pilgrim Vs. the Animation. This animated short runs 3:48. It's cool but I wish there was more. You can also watch Scott Pilgrim Vs. the Censors: TV Safe Version (4:11). This is a collection of clips with lines such as "Who the heyare you?" Edgar Wright did twelve video blogs which run just over forty-five minutes. There are galleries as well as commentary for the movie (feature and technical versions). 
 
There's no question that you get a lot in terms of the special features. Some of them are really interesting in seeing how the different visual effects were added. There are others you could probably live without. Overall, it's a pretty sweet release. Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World wasn't a perfect movie but it was fun and entertaining. It's funny in some ways watching a movie where the main characters aren't too likable (Scott and Ramona). It's unfortunate that the movie wasn't a bigger success at the box office. There is a lot that went into making this movie and most of the special features here are worth checking out. The HD release really showcases the visual and audio production that went into the film and this will make a good addition to your collection. You also get a DVD and Digital Copy. I would give the movie and this release a solid 4 out of 5. It's a movie that I will watch from time to time. There's just something about it that leaves me wanting more. 

Ordered mine on Amazon.ca with that super shipping thinger, which means I get to wait 3 interminably long days before mine even arrives. Were there any extended scene stuff? Or extra scenes that didn't make the theatrical cut?

@Spiral_Stars: 30 minutes of deleted scenes in the special features.

Woo! Commentary! 
 
Ordered mine off Amazon.ca as well. In the meantime, I'll just sit here twiddling my thumbs.

How could you not mention the FOUR commentary tracks? That's usually my primary reason for buying blu-rays. Two are fairly technical, although one is with the comic's original creator and gives some insight into it and the movie version, while the other two are made up of various groups of actors, one being absolutely hilarious.

I really loved that move when I saw it at the theater. Watching it again was great but I am starting to think that Scott Pilgrim is a movie best watched only once or twice...

i must've watched this movie four times already. i was only able to get the DVD version which sounds crappy compared to all the features in the Blu-ray version. dammit i need a bluray player and an hd tv lol.

I loved it, but I've only seen it once. Maybe another watch will make me not like it, so I'll probably not ever watch it again.

Multiple commentaries, probably my favourite thing about this bluray apart from the fact that it's a good movie.

Once is enough for me but nice review .

Got mine release day. I love that movie, it was totally my favorite movie of 2010.