Red Cliff 1 & 2: International Version [Blu-ray] [2009] [US Import]

Red Cliff - I bought this in the US from Amazon and it was such a big disappointment. It was literally butchered into a mostly pointless sad thing.I had originally seen it on the big screen and the full version not the chopped down version I purchased.BUT this FULL UNCUT version of the movie is just one of the most exciting, historically accurate Chinese history movies made. Can't say enough for this full version. I know, it is LONG. But be patient, your sitting at home in comfort, take a break, get a drink and snacks and just enjoy the ride.So well worth seeing the incredible battle scenes and feel the high drama of the personalities involved. Guess you have my number, I like it a lot. :)Take a chance, see the whole epic and I just bet you will understand my enthusiasm.

Epic films, great quality

This item arrived safe and in really good condition my son has wanted this dvd for such a long time so he will be very pleased

You need time to watch this film so ensure you've a few hours to spare.Follow the plot closely and you'll see great battle strategy but also family turmoilPart 1 is better than part 2 in my opinion but well worth the watch

Great time on delivary and happy with product

Having seen the cut-down version in the cinema (which I actually enjoyed thoroughly) I was curious as to how I'd find the full-length version. It certainly did not disappoint, even better than I remembered it. The cinematography and score are stunning, the battle scenes are breathtaking (although sometimes confusing), and the characters are thoroughly engaging. Hollywood has a thing or two to learn about making good films. This just blows away almost every Hollywood production of a similar theme.The Blu-ray version is extremely crisp and detailed - I'd say almost reference quality. A word of warning though: do NOT get the UK version as it contains cuts (even the "special edition") and worse than that, it's distributed by Entertainment in Video who have a habit of ruining just about every DVD and Bluray release. Get the full US version instead.

Epic, intimate; romantic, realistic; laconic, lush; humorous, terrifying. RED CLIFF runs the gamut in every element, and never falters in any of them. Based like many recent Chinese films on The Three Kingdoms, John Woo made a few changes from the original, but friends tell me they don't betray the story. I only know that from the opening sword and music to the closing moments four hours later (please get the full version!) I was completely captivated by the action, scope, spectacle.. and good acting. Absolutely brilliant.

Great movie. I had already seen it on TV.This version is much longer than the TV edition, you'll really enjoy it.Have fun and enjoy.