National Treasure 2 Book of Secrets

Our favorite treasure hunters are back in National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets and pick up the action and excitement where the first one left off. Benjamin Franklin Gates ( Nicholas Cage) sets out to prove that his great grandfather wasn't the mastermind behind President Abraham Lincoln's assassination, which is alleged by a gentlemen from the south (Ed Harris). Gates enlists the help of his faithful friend Riley (Justin Bartha) and his former love interest Abigail (Diane Kruger) along with his divorced parents Patrick (Jon Voight) and Emily (Helen Mirren). With the adventure bringing Gates to Buckingham Palace and to Mount Rushmore, he learns that he needs to find the Book of Secrets, which is said to contain the truth about everything from Ben's grandfather to the JFK murder,andhappens to be held by the President of the United States. How do you talk to the President in private? You kidnap him! Ben does just that and if clearing his grandfather's name isn't enough, he now must solve the mystery to clear his own name.

The film has fast paced action, cunning trickery, and endearing characters that you are rooting for from the beginning of the move till the end of the credits. As with all good hollywood movies, you are hoping that the good guy gets the girl. And in this case, both Gates men find a way to re-kindle the love that has been lost and is very heart warming.

The movie leaves room for yet another sequel with bits and pieces of unanswered questions and perhaps another treasure hunt. If you liked the first movie, you will definitely enjoy this one too. With this release being offered on Blu-ray, it is well worth getting to add to your collection. The sound in Dolby TrueHD isphenomenaland while the Blu-ray picture is impeccable, I can't say enough good things about how great sound is in Dolby TrueHD. Also included on the disc are plenty of extras for the die-hards that really want their moneys worth when it comes to features.

Director Commentary

Director Jon Turteltaub and Academy award winning actor Jon Voight provide exclusive commentary for the film.

Deleted Scenes

• Jon Turteltaub introduces extended and deleted scenes including Pursuit At Rushmore: The Unseen
• Chapter, in which the intrepid group of treasure hunters makes its way into the Black Hills of South
• Dakota while doing their best to avoid the FBI.

The Treasure Reel

A collection of outtakes and bloopers from the set of National Treasure: Book of Secrets.

Secrets of a sequel

Filmmakers Jon Turteltaub and Jerry Bruckheimer join the cast and crew to talk about making the follow-up to the phenomenally successful National Treasure.

The Book of Secrets: on location

From the Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota to Londons historic Buckingham Palace, National Treasure: Book of Secrets was given unprecedented access to previously off limits locations. Go behind the scenes at the Library of Congress, Mount Vernon, Buckingham Palace and the Statue of Liberty in Paris.

Street Stunts: Creating the London Car Chase

Take a high speed tour of Londons most recognizable landmarks as the films unforgettable adrenaline-fueled chase scene is created in historic city streets.

Inside the Library of Congress

An informative feature about the workings of the nations most important library provides an up-close look at precious national artifacts and the conservation techniques that safeguard these priceless pieces of American history.

Underground action

The sets, the stunts and the action that create the films powerful climax as the race to reach the lost City of Gold unfolds.

Cover Story: Crafting the Presidents Book

A fascinating look at the propmasters and designers who created the legendary book central to National Treasure: Book of Secrets.

Evolution of a Golden City

A look at the Hollywood sets, CGI techniques and visual effects that brought the legendary City of Gold to life.

Knights of the Golden Circle

Who were the real Knights of the Golden Circle? A short documentary traces one of Americas most mysterious and influential organizations to its roots, including interviews with KGC expert Warren Getler, the cast and crew.

Easter Eggs

Including a conversation about Beverly Hills High School with fellow alums Nic Cage and Jon Turteltaub, a look at the White House lawn scene as filmed in front of a blue screen and much more.

Exclusive Blu-ray Bonus Features:

Book of History: The Fact and Fiction of NT Book of Secrets Is National Treasure: Book of Secrets historical fact or historical fiction? Pop Quiz that test people on the history, characters, places and events that took place in the movie. Find out which historical details in the film are true and which were invented with an exclusive popup quiz. It is a fullyinteractive in-movie experience.

2 Additional Deleted Scenes: With introductions by director Jon Turteltaub