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One of the most controversial films in history, now available for the first time ever in America! In the near future, the economy has collapsed, unemployment has soared and juvenile crime has exploded. Fearful of their nations youth, the Japanese government passes the BR Law Each year, a 9th grade class is sent to a remote island where they will be locked into exploding neck collars, given a random weapon, and forced to hunt and kill each other until there is only one survivor left. Chiaki Kuriyama (KILL BILL) and screen legend Takeshi Kitano (BOILING POINT, BROTHER) star in the movie that has been argued, acclaimed and banned around the world. More than a decade later, it remains one of the most savage, shocking and emotionally powerful films of all time. Now experience the complete Directors Cut of Kinji Fukasakus uncompromising masterpiece nominated for 10 Japanese Academy Awards available uncensored and unrated for the first time ever in America.
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4
5 star movie, 4 star product
on July 29, 2013
Posted by: kaiju
By far, "Battle Royale" is one of the best movies you will ever see! Though it differs from the novel, it is still good in it's own right.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably already have searched about this on the internet.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably already have searched about this on the internet.
With that being said, I do have to down-rate this due to this particular Anchor Bay release. The supposed "Director's Cut" is not a true "Director's Cut". The additional scenes were filmed after the movie's initial release, to capitalize on the film's success. This Anchor Bay release is also not the true "Special Version" (as it is properly called). This release was actually re-edited, using scenes from the original theatrical release, because Anchor Bay did not want to deal with some of the color corrections the "Special Version" required.
Another issue, though this "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
Another issue, though this "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
If it is easier and cheaper for you to get this version, then, by all means, get it. Otherwise, I would recommend looking for another country's release, as no one else tinkered with it.
My Best Buy number: 0398546203
What's great about it: "Battle Royale" finally available in the U.S., after 12 years!
What's not so great: Anchor Bay's effort in this release.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4
5 star movie, 4 star product
on July 29, 2013
Posted by: kaiju
By far, "Battle Royale" is one of the best movies you will ever see! Though it differs from the novel, it is still good in it's own right.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably already have searched about this on the internet.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably already have searched about this on the internet.
With that being said, I do have to down-rate this due to this particular Anchor Bay release. The supposed "Director's Cut" is not a true "Director's Cut". The additional scenes were filmed after the movie's initial release, to capitalize on the film's success. This Anchor Bay release is also not the true "Special Version" (as it is properly called). This release was actually re-edited, using scenes from the original theatrical release, because Anchor Bay did not want to deal with some of the color corrections the "Special Version" required.
Another issue, though this "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
Another issue, though this "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
If it is easier and cheaper for you to get this version, then, by all means, get it. Otherwise, I would recommend looking for another country's release, as no one else tinkered with it.
My Best Buy number: 0398546203
What's great about it: "Battle Royale" finally available in the U.S., after 12 years!
What's not so great: Anchor Bay's effort in this release.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
5 star movie, 4 star product
on July 29, 2013
Posted by: kaiju
By far, "Battle Royale" is one of the best movies you will ever see! Though it differs from the novel, it is still good in it's own right.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably already have searched about this on the internet.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably already have searched about this on the internet.
With that being said, I do have to down-rate this due to this particular Anchor Bay release. The supposed "Director's Cut" is not a true "Director's Cut". The additional scenes were filmed after the movie's initial release, to capitalize on the film's success. This Anchor Bay release is also not the true "Special Version" (as it is properly called). This release was actually re-edited, using scenes from the original theatrical release, because Anchor Bay did not want to deal with some of the color corrections the "Special Version" required.
- This "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
- The inclusion of "Battle Royale 2" is a nice addition to the set. However, there is a greatly extended version of this movie that is non-existant in this set, despite calling itself a "Complete Collection".
- Despite a bonus features disc, very few features are offered. There are hours of behind the scenes features out there that are nowhere to be found in this Anchor Bay release.
- This "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
- The inclusion of "Battle Royale 2" is a nice addition to the set. However, there is a greatly extended version of this movie that is non-existant in this set, despite calling itself a "Complete Collection".
- Despite a bonus features disc, very few features are offered. There are hours of behind the scenes features out there that are nowhere to be found in this Anchor Bay release.
If it is easier and cheaper for you to get this version, then, by all means, get it. Otherwise, I would recommend looking for another country's release, as no one else tinkered with it.
My Best Buy number: 0398546203
What's great about it: "Battle Royale" finally available in the U.S., after 12 years!
What's not so great: Anchor Bay's effort in this release.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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One of the most controversial films in history, now available for the first time ever in America! In 2000, director Kinji Fukasaku unleashed BATTLE ROYALE, his violently poetic epic about an innocent group of Junior High students forced by the government to hunt and kill their classmates for sport. It was nominated for 10 Japanese Academy Awards, launched a global phenomenon, and banned from screens by frightened civic groups and distributors across America. Three years later, the equally disturbing sequel featuring a new class, new rules, and a brutal terrorist plot by the first films young survivors triggered it's own tragic firestorm around the world. Now for the first time ever, you can see it all Experience the entire BATTLE ROYALE saga on 4 discs including more than 3 hours of definitive Special Features that forever blasts open one of the most potent, shocking and savagely influential sagas in motion picture history. 4 Discs - More Than 3 Hours of Special Features.
Customer Rating
4
5 star movie, 4 star product
on July 29, 2013
Posted by: kaiju
By far, "Battle Royale" is one of the best movies you will ever see! Though it differs from the novel, it is still good in it's own right.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably have searched about this on the internet already.
If you have not seen this, the simple description of the movie does not seem like much: kids being forced, by their government, to kill each other off.
However, the movie is not just about senseless killings; there is a lot of character development going on. You get to know who these characters are and what they are about. To me, that's what really makes a movie.
I should not need to say much more, as you probably have searched about this on the internet already.
With that being said, I do have to down-rate this due to this particular Anchor Bay release. The supposed "Director's Cut" is not a true "Director's Cut". The additional scenes were filmed after the movie's initial release, to capitalize on the film's success. This Anchor Bay release is also not the true "Special Version" (as it is properly called). This release was actually re-edited, using scenes from the original theatrical release, because Anchor Bay did not want to deal with some of the color corrections the "Special Version" required.
- This "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
- The inclusion of "Battle Royale 2" is also a new addition, being the first Blu-Ray release. However, there is a greatly extended version of this movie that is nonexistent in this set, despite calling itself a "Complete Collection".
- Despite a bonus features disc, very few features are offered. There are hours of behind the scenes features out there that are nowhere to be found in this Anchor Bay release.
- This "Directors Cut" is the first release to feature an English dub version. Though, the only way to see subtitles for the written Japanese text is to turn on the entire movie's subtitle track, which do not match up with everything spoken in English.
- The inclusion of "Battle Royale 2" is also a new addition, being the first Blu-Ray release. However, there is a greatly extended version of this movie that is nonexistent in this set, despite calling itself a "Complete Collection".
- Despite a bonus features disc, very few features are offered. There are hours of behind the scenes features out there that are nowhere to be found in this Anchor Bay release.
If it is easier and cheaper for you to get this version, then, by all means, get it. Otherwise, I would recommend looking for another country's release, as no one else tinkered with it.
My Best Buy number: 0398546203
What's great about it: "Battle Royale" finally available in the U.S., after 12 years!
What's not so great: Anchor Bay's effort in this release.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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