Big Boss, The (UK)
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Certificate: 18
Running Time: 96 mins
Retail Price: £19.99
Release Date:
Content Type: Movie
Synopsis:
On arrival in Bangkok, a young man finds work in an ice factory. But he makes discoveries which leave him fighting for his life.
Special Features:
Interactive Menus
Scene Access
Feature Length Audio Commentary
Animated Biography Showcase
Original Theatrical Trailer (containing rare deleted footage)
Hong Kong Promotional Trailer
UK Promotional Trailer
Interview Gallery with key cast members
Video Tracks:
Widescreen Anamorphic 2.35:1
Audio Tracks:
Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 Cantonese
Dolby Digital Stereo 2.0 English
Subtitle Tracks:
English
Dutch
Directed By:
Wei Lo
Written By:
Wei Lo
Bruce Lee
Starring:
Bruce Lee
Soundtrack By:
Fu-ling Wang
Director of Photography:
Chen Ching Chu
Editor:
Fan Chia Kun
Production Designer:
Liu Chu
Producer:
Liang Hua
Raymond Chow
Lei Cheng
Distributor:
Hong Kong Legends
Your Opinions and Comments
Lee plays Chen Chao-An, in a story which is basically not worth going into because, like most Chinese Martial Arts movies it is just a basis for a lot of action and fight scenes.
When I first sat back to watch this DVD release, I was amazed by the quality of the picture. This film is nearly 30 years old, yet it is clear and very sharp throughout - obviously someone at HKL loves it enough to spend a lot of time restoring it.
Sound is, as usual, not exactly brilliant, but hey, we can`t have everything. You do get the original Cantonese language as well as the English track. Also included is a fascinating audio commentary by Bey Logan, who seems to know everything about Chinese cinema - fans must listen to this.
There are plenty of other extras to have a look at - a well designed Bruce Lee filmography and biography, the usual HKL music promos, the original trailer (featuring rare deleted footage), and a selection of promotional photographs.
I should also mention that this is the first time The Big Boss has been released fully uncut in Britain - 8 scenes have been reinstated, making this the difinitive collector`s edition.
Buy it now.
The picture is excellent the sound kinda lets the package done with a bog standard mono soundtrack. The extras aren`t bad either the directors commentary the stand out.
Overall this movie has some cool fight scenes and is a great way to while away an hour and a half.
One realises what a major star this man could have been (his legendary status is based on a handful of films!). Unbelievable fighting technique, raw strength and lightning speed combined with acting talent and charisma, you realise why Bruce Lee is a legend.
The DVD is as expected from HKL, professional, good quality and some interesting but light extras.
As I said before, the film is average at best. Nonetheless, watch it to discover Bruce Lee.