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One of the most notorious J-horror films ever made, Takashi Miike's Audition exploded onto the festival circuit at the turn of the century to a chorus of awards and praise. The film would catapult Miike to the international scene and pave the way for such other genre delights as Ichii the Killer and The Happiness of the Katakuris.
Recent widower Shigharu Aoyama is advised by his son to find a new wife, agreeing Shigeharu seeks the advice of a colleague having been out of the dating scene for many years. Taking advantage of their position as a film company they stage an audition. Interviewing a series of women, Shigeharu becomes enchanted by Asami, a quiet, 24-year-old woman, who is immediately responsive to his charms. But soon things take a very dark and twisted turn as we find that Asami isn't what she seems to be...
Pulling the audience into a story that will lead to one of the most harrowing climaxes in cinema history, Miike twists and turns us through delirious editing and shocking visuals for one of the most depraved nightmares of all time!
SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS:
- Brand new 2K restoration of original vault elements
- High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation
- Original 5.1 audio (DTS-HD Master Audio on the Blu-ray)
- Optional English subtitles
- Audio commentary with director Takashi Miike and screenwriter Daisuke Tengan
- Brand new commentary by Miike biographer Tom Mes examining the film and its source novel
- Introduction by Miike
- Ties that Bind - A brand new interview with Takashi Miike
- Interviews with stars Ryo Ishibashi, Eihi Shiina, Renji Ishibashi and Ren Osugi
- Trailers
- Gallery including behind-the-scenes images
- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Matt Griffin
- Arrow Video
- 115 mins approx.
- Takashi Miike
- 18
English
- 1.85:1
- 2000
- Japanese
- 1
- 2
- Arrow Video
One of the most notorious J-horror films ever made, Takashi Miike's Audition exploded onto the festival circuit at the turn of the century to a chorus of awards and praise. The film would catapult Miike to the international scene and pave the way for such other genre delights as Ichii the Killer and The Happiness of the Katakuris.
Recent widower Shigharu Aoyama is advised by his son to find a new wife, agreeing Shigeharu seeks the advice of a colleague having been out of the dating scene for many years. Taking advantage of their position as a film company they stage an audition. Interviewing a series of women, Shigeharu becomes enchanted by Asami, a quiet, 24-year-old woman, who is immediately responsive to his charms. But soon things take a very dark and twisted turn as we find that Asami isn't what she seems to be...
Pulling the audience into a story that will lead to one of the most harrowing climaxes in cinema history, Miike twists and turns us through delirious editing and shocking visuals for one of the most depraved nightmares of all time!
SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS:
- Brand new 2K restoration of original vault elements
- High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation
- Original 5.1 audio (DTS-HD Master Audio on the Blu-ray)
- Optional English subtitles
- Audio commentary with director Takashi Miike and screenwriter Daisuke Tengan
- Brand new commentary by Miike biographer Tom Mes examining the film and its source novel
- Introduction by Miike
- Ties that Bind - A brand new interview with Takashi Miike
- Interviews with stars Ryo Ishibashi, Eihi Shiina, Renji Ishibashi and Ren Osugi
- Trailers
- Gallery including behind-the-scenes images
- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Matt Griffin
- Arrow Video
- 115 mins approx.
- Takashi Miike
- 18
English
- 1.85:1
- 2000
- Japanese
- 1
- 2
- Arrow Video
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A wonderful transfer
What's not to like when you receive your order two weeks before the estimated date? I'm not going to talk about this film's quality and notoriety; everything about that is already well-known. The interviews are great, the other special features are excellent, and I could probably find a slight drawback or two regarding the picture quality if I wanted, but I won't split hairs about it. A super low price for this quality. I can't wait to buy other films. If Zavvi maintains the swift delivery tempo and offers such prices, I will undoubtedly become a regular customer soon.
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The Audition
Personally the film is great. now for the packaging it is odd how they send 1 title per package but I kind of get it so yea. its all good to me.
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Review of Fantastic service
Great speedy service given the current situation. Ordered with another bluray and they both came individually packaged in bubble wrap which gives me confidence knowing items will arrive safely and in top condition. A very Happy Zavvi customer here.
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