Ryan Reynolds stars as Van Wilder, a college student on the 7-years-and-counting plan. He's the ultimate big man on campus, looked up to by students of all social classes and groups. His only problem appears to be his lack of desire to move on, to actually go out on his own into the big, cruel world. Tara Reid co-stars as Gwen Pearson, an intrepid reporter for the school newspaper. Her editor demands an article on Van Wilder and it's up to Gwen to corner the man and drag out his story.

Played with raunchy good nature, Reynolds' Van Wilder is a player with a heart. He takes care of the school's 'sick boy,' organizes parties for the underdog fraternities, and raises money for the school's assorted charities. He does all this with the assistance of an assistant - a job sought after by all the school's newbies. Taj Mahal Badalandabad (Kal Penn) beat out all comers to land the prized position and he takes his job very, very seriously.

After Van has his college tuition cut off by his dad, it's up to Van, Taj Mahal, and their closest friends to make up the tuition and keep Van in school.

In the tradition and style of "National Lampoon's Animal House," "Van Wilder" has its sick and twisted parts, as well as its genuinely engaging segments. "Van Wilder" doesn't pull any punches with its gross-out humor. Fortunately, the jokes hit more often than they miss.

"National Lampoon's Van Wilder's" Unrated DVD version contains scenes that weren't included in the theatrical release as well as a menu that allows you to choose between censored and uncensored bonus footage introductions. While the film's not for everyone, it's definitely right on target for its audience of choice - college students and teenaged boys.

The Van Wilder Files:
-"Ask Van Wilder" - Q&As about college life;
-"Van's College Application" - Everything you want to know about Van's background;
-"Coolidge College Liberation Article;" and
-"Disciplinary Reports"

Deleted Scenes:
-"Campus Legend" - School administrator leads new students on a tour of the campus;
-"Little Sword" - Ryan Reynolds and Tara Reid have a discussion in Japanese;
-"Write That Down" - Ryan addresses the 'assistant' hopefuls;
-"Half Mast" - Kal Penn and Ryan Reynolds discuss personal issues;
-"Shattered Stigma" - Ryan Reynolds shows his philanthropist side;
-"Last Final" - Kal Penn pumps up Ryan for his last exam;
-"Frat Attack" - Ryan Reynolds as Van Wilder is attacked by the preppie fraternity;
-"Campus Dreams" - An elderly Van Wilder talks to Dr. Joyce Brothers; and
-"Topless Tutors" - The Unrated DVD features an extended-and very different-topless tutor segment.

Burly Bear Specials:
-"Half Baked" - Ryan Reynolds and Tara Reid cook up Hang Down Stankies with help from Sugarcult.
-"Imposter" - TV show featuring a few members of the "Van Wilder" cast.
-"Movie Junky" - Interviews with the cast.

Additional Bonus Features:
-Outtakes from 12 different scenes
-"Reel Comedy" - Comedy Central "Van Wilder" Special
-Two Theatrical Trailers, Teaser Trailer, and three TV Spots
-"Van Wilder" Campaign Art Gallery - Poster art promoting the film
-"Bouncing Off the Walls" Music Video by Sugarcult
-Music of "Van Wilder" - :30 clips of each song on the soundtrack
-Production Notes
-Cast and Crew List
-Movie Credits

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