Kill Bill Vol.1 (Japan Version) DVD Region 2
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Revenge has never been sweeter!
And it certainly has never been portrayed bloodier than in the first episode of the 2003 silver screen blockbuster Kill Bill! Uma Thurman slips into the probably most violent role of her life to portray the protagonist of cult director Quentin Tarantino's (Pulp Fiction) film. She plays "The Bride" who is beaten and tortured beyond oblivion by the Deadly Viper Assasination Squad on the day of her marriage, while the unfeeling mastermind behind this bloody scheme, Bill (David Carradine), takes care of the final killing blow in person. To the disbelief of all those involved in this despicable act of violence, the woman who was left as dead for good miraculously survives with a very clear memory about the visages of all her would-be killers and goes on a deadly an-eye-for-an-eye killing spree! Dazzling with bloody martial arts magic mixed with lots of black humor, this hyper action movie promises to tie you to your seats from start to finish!
Comes with making of featurettes, TV spots, movie trailers and more.
Come and browse the Kill Bill & Tarantino Movie Insider (Japan Version) that features interviews & profiles for the stars of Kill Bill along with tons of great photos!
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| Product Title: | Kill Bill Vol.1 (Japan Version) 標殺令 Vol.1 (日本版) Kill Bill Vol.1 (Japan Version) キル・ビル Vol.1（通常版） Kill Bill Vol.1 (Japan Version) |
| Artist Name(s): | Kuriyama Chiaki | Chiba Shinichi | Daryl Hannah | Lucy Liu | Uma Thurman 栗山千明 | 千葉真一 | 戴露漢娜 | 劉玉玲 | 奧瑪花曼 栗山千明 | 千叶真一 | 戴露汉娜 | 刘玉玲 | 奥玛花曼 栗山千明 | 千葉真一 | ダリル・ハンナ | ルーシー・リュー | ユマ・サーマン | デビッド・キャラダイン Kuriyama Chiaki | Chiba Shinichi | Daryl Hannah | Lucy Liu | Uma Thurman |
| Director: | Quentin Tarantino 昆頓塔倫天奴 昆顿塔伦天奴 クエンティン・タランティーノ Quentin Tarantino |
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| Release Date: | 2004-04-16 |
| Publisher Product Code: | GNBF-7040 |
| Country of Origin: | United States |
| Disc Format(s): | DVD |
| Region Code: | 2 - Japan, Europe, South Africa, Greenland and the Middle East (including Egypt) What is it? |
| Publisher: | Geneon Universal Entertainment |
| Other Information: | Japan Version |
| Shipment Unit: | 1 What is it? |
| YesAsia Catalog No.: | 1003201752 |
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ヒロインのポップで壮絶な復讐劇を描く、タランティーノ監督によるバイオレス・アクションの前編。 結婚式の当日に、かつてのボスであるビルに襲撃され、殺されかかった女"ザ・ブライド"。奇跡的に昏睡状態から目覚めた"ザ・ブライド"は、愛する夫と子供を殺されたことを知り、自分の幸せを壊した者への復讐を誓う。彼女の標的はビルをはじめとする、かつて所属していた暗殺集団のメンバー全員だった。やがて"ザ・ブライド"は沖縄へ赴き、伝説の刀鍛冶・服部半蔵を訪ねる。そして、名刀ハットリ・ハンゾウを譲り受けたのだが…。 15禁
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Professional Review of "Kill Bill Vol.1 (Japan Version)"
This professional review refers to Kill Bill Vol.1 DVD + Kill Bill Vol.1 Original Soundtrack (Japan Version)
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I was always going to score this film a 10. This is also the hardest review I've ever had to write. Not, mind you, because Kill Bill failed to meet my 10-out-of-10 expectations - quite the opposite in fact. Tarantino has made a film that is far better than anything I could have (and did) imagine, and the highest compliment that I can pay his work here is that I had to watch it a second time right away. Unfortunately I saw it at a press screening, so I couldn't, and - this is where the difficulty lies - as a result I really don't feel I can write a review that does the film justice. In its entire 111 minute running time not once did Kill Bill slow down enough for me to think, really think, about what I was seeing. I know it's brilliant. I know that there are many, many amazing moments in the film. They just come so thick and fast I can't remember them all. Rather than write a 'proper' review then, I'm instead going to share three little things that, as fellow devotees of 'Asian' cinema, might help you recognise just how super-cool Kill Bill truly is. Here goes... Firstly, there's a reason why H-C has decided to cover Kill Bill, and that's because the film draws heavily on Hong Kong and Japanese (generic) traditions of filmmmaking. It's more than that - having actually seen the film I can now say that it actually locates itself very specifically within the cultural contexts of those traditions too. (Volume One of the film largely orients itself around Japan, while Volume Two - out in February - has a lot more fu.) Yes, The Bride be might be a "silly Caucasian girl," but she hasn't been taught to fight by a computer programme. She knows what it means to carry Japanese steel, and what it means to use it. The climactic showdown at the House of Blue Leaves is one of the most incredible fight sequences I've ever seen, mostly because each one of its constituent elements works together so magnificently. Yuen Woo Ping and Sonny Chiba's choreography/instruction, Robert Richardson's cinematography, Uma Thurman's performances and, of course, Tarantino's direction, combine to create something as near to perfect as can be. The music. The production design. The editing. Incredible stuff. Secondly, the film also features an anime sequence from Production I.G. (Ghost in the Shell, Blood: The Last Vampire) that serves to tell the story of Lucy Liu's character O-Ren Ishii. It is beautiful work that stands alone as one of the best things I've seen in a cinema all year and is reason enough to see Kill Bill even if anime doesn't usually do it for you. Finally, Sonny Chiba and Gordon Liu both play fairly significant roles in the film and, as might be expected, they're really, REALLY cool. Ultimately though, Kill Bill is much more than the some of these (and many other) parts. It's just...brilliant. Simple as that. See it. 10 what-else-were-you-expecting?'s out of 10 by Jonathan McCoy - Heroic-cinema.com |
Customer Review of "Kill Bill Vol.1 (Japan Version)"
Average Customer Rating for All Editions of this Product: (34)
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March 7, 2008
This customer review refers to Kill Bill (DTS Version)
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I think Tarantino, being a kungfu and asian cinema enthusiast himself (memories of Shaw Brothers intro sequence complete with soundtrack), has done a great job with this movie. A little subtle joke here and there, the 'gore' at the House of Blue Leaves (as would be with Japanese samurai movies), humour and conversation at the little sushi bar (glad they had english subtitles), yellow tracksuit worn by Uma and music from Green Hornet (tribute to Bruce Lee) and the casting of Lucy Liu was perfect. I purchased this dvd version when I was in Hongkong and was disappointed when everyone was interviewed except for Gordon Liu. He wasnt' even shown at the premier (red carpet) although he was there. Although he played a very minor role here as head of the Crazy 88s and later as Pai Mei in KB2, I think the western and newer generation of fans should be reintroduced to this fantastic real kungfu master (he's a genuine kungfu master as is legendary director Lau Kar Leung). Can you mention one other kungfu master/actor who, at age 50, still looks hot in both physique and incredible action!! (with exception of Yuen Biao and Jackie Chan). Uma carried off well in this movie cause she spent 6 months learning from Yuen Woo Ping. The only scene I don't agree with is the child seeing her dead mum in the kitchen (first revenge). One for the collection for Tarantino's quirkiness!! Can't think of another director who can put together a movie like this. |
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December 19, 2004
"Kill Bill:Volume One: More Blood, More Fun
| I've first heard of this version on the Quentin Tarantino web site and search was on to find the DVD. My first reaction was WOW!!! with the uncut Japan amine. Then the main event "the Battle at the House of Blue Leaves" in full color. I don't know how many times I had too rewind or hit the slow motion as The Bride was slicing and dicing through the Crazy 88's. It was worth the wait when I ordered it. As Quentin said before, THIS is the version that he wants YOU to see!!!!! So order it and enjoy it. |
October 11, 2004
| This is one of the coolest movies ever. If you want to see the movie in full length plus extra gore and in full color the japanese version is the one to buy. People that like movies like Shogun Assassin and Ichi the killer will love this one. BUY IT NOW!!! |
June 10, 2004
This customer review refers to KILL BILL Vol.1 Premium Box DVD (Limited Edition) + Kill Bill & Tarantino Movie Insider (Japan Version)
| This is an excellent film. Actually the best I've seen in a long long time. In many ways it is a flirt with old Kung Fu-films and good ol' westerns. One reviewer didn't get that Kill Bill is SUPPOSED to be over the top and not to be taken too seriously. If it was all serious, however, the graphic violence would most certainly make the film unwatchable. I for one enjoyed every minute of it and look forward to the DVD-release of the second part, vol. 2! |
May 31, 2004
This customer review refers to KILL BILL Vol.1 DVD + Kill Bill & Tarantino Movie Insider package (Japan Version)
| The movie is said to be the proper cut, showcasing extended scenes of mercilessness from Uma and Co. and they don't kid! When I watched this film the first time, I felt as I had when I was a teenager and regularly watched Asian 'kick-up' flicks for two for $7 (ah, the old days!). The story evolves just that much more with the extended 'Showdown at House of Blue Leaves' fight scene. I would have given the package a lesser rating for lack of cover/inner sleeve art until I saw the 2nd DVD. The bonus material has an interview with the man Quentin, two sections about the anime segment for O-Ren, storyboard art, fight scene making-of segements, etc. Considering that I bought both versions of the DVD (English & this Japanese) for about the same price, this is a far better purchase for the fanatics of this film; that is unless you can find the VERY Ltd. Edition Box version with replica sword, T-shirt, doll and more, sheesh! If you can skirt around the Japanese (I personally love it), this is a superior DVD. |
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