Sin City
by Jaime King, Michael Madsen, Brittany Murphy
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Actor: Alexis Bledel, Devon Aoki, Frank Miller (II), Jessica Alba, Robert RodriguezDirector: Brittany Murphy, Jaime King, Michael Madsen
Brand: WILLIS,BRUCE
Writer: Jaime King
Producer: Clive Owen
Producer: Mickey Rourke
Producer: Nick Stahl
Producer: Bruce Willis
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 5.1; Spanish (Subtitled); French (Dubbed), Unknown
Format: AC-3, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, DVD-Video, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 124 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-08-16
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Studio: Dimension
DVD Reviews of Sin City
DVD Review: A great film gets a long-overdue Blu-Ray release
Summary: 5 Stars
This review is for the Blu-Ray edition.
Sin City is directed by Robert Rodriguez, with guest director Quentin Tarantino. The film is based on the graphic novel series by Frank Miller. Sin City stars Bruce Willis, Mickey Rourke, Clive Owen, Jessica Alba, Benicio del Toro, Brittany Murphy, Elijah Wood, Rosario Dawson, Jaime King, Michael Clarke Duncan, Alexis Bledel, Powers Boothe, Michael Madsen, Josh Hartnett, Devon Aoki, Carla Gugino, Rutger Hauer, and Marley Shelton. Music is composed by Graeme Revell and John Debney.
Sin City is a film adaptation of the graphic novel series created by Frank Miller, which appeared in its earliest incarnation in 1991. The film is set in Basin City, a place overrun with crime and less-than-favorable individuals. The police force is just as corrupt as the criminals. The film is actually multiple stories set in the same city, with intertwining themes and characters. There are three main stories - one follows an aging police officer (one of the few uncorrupted ones) and his efforts to prevent a child murderer from striking. One follows a hideous man's efforts to avenge the murder of a call girl who had recently paid him a visit. And the other follows a degenerate section of the city where prostitutes are in charge, and are struggling to maintain control.
Sin City is unlike any comic book/graphic novel adaptation that ever came before. And I mean that as the ultimate form of praise. This is a movie based on a graphic novel that actually LOOKS like a graphic novel. The stylized tone of the film, combined with a noir feel, gorgeous imagery, an all-star cast, and violence that makes most comic book adaptations look like kiddie movies.
The look and feel of the film are the greatest strengths. The film itself is primarily in black and white, albeit with certain elements colored for stylistic purposes (blood, certain characters' eyes, etc.) when necessary. Despite being filled with action, the film also borrows elements from the largely-extinct film noir genre. The result is something that looks and feels like no other movie ever made. Sin City stands on a plain all its own. It's rare you get a movie that has style AND substance to its name, but Sin City is one of the few.
Also worth mentioning is the all-star cast. I must say, I was AMAZED at how many big names have been brought into a single movie. And perhaps even more amazing is that everyone of them gives a great performance. Stand-outs include Bruce Willis as an aging, incorruptible cop and Mickey Rourke as a hideous man out for revenge. There's not a weak performance in this movie, though I wish some characters had more screen time and development. Michael Clarke Duncan is a great actor, but he hardly gets to be in the movie at all, for instance.
A word of warning for any prospective viewers - this movie is violent. EXTREMELY violent. If you're at all squeamish, this movie is NOT for you. In many ways I'm surprised this movie got away with an R rating, and not an NC-17. Sin City is gory, like no other graphic novel/comic book adaptation. You have been warned. Sin City is a product that has no equal. It looks and feels like a comic, and it has the all-star cast to back it up. It's a movie that words can't fully describe, and one that must be experienced to be appreciated. One of the most faithful adaptations of a graphic novel ever put on the big screen, and perhaps more importantly, one of the finest.
As for image and sound, WOW. The incredible look of this film translates beautifully to the world of high-definition movie viewing. The image doesn't contain any pops, hisses, or negative distortion. Detail is incredible, and the color scheme translates well to the format. This is the way Sin City was meant to be experienced. It looked good on DVD, no questions asked, but this presentation kicks it up more than a few notches. Lossless audio only sweetens the deal, and this disc takes full advantage of it. Long story short, this is one of the best-looking AND best-sounding Blu-Ray discs this reviewer has ever laid eyes upon. No fan of the film will be disappointed with its presentation here.
Unlike the bare-bones Canadian release (which was region-free) that came out on Blu last year with only the theatrical cut, this American release actually contains both cuts of the movies and some intriguing supplements. Both cuts of the movie are present , including the better-known theatrical cut, and an extended cut that exhibits each segment as its own individual presentation, with plenty of extra footage. The first disc contains the theatrical cut. Two commentary tracks are present as well (One Rodriguez and Miller, and one Rodriguez and Tarantino), as well as a track from the movie's theatrical premier (these things seem to be a standard on Rodriguez's discs.) Disc two has the extended version, an interactive game that would be only possible on Blu-Ray, and a whole slew of featurettes. Every aspect of the filmmaking process is detailed here, with cast and crew alike showing up for the content. Even if you already bought the Canadian bare-bones Blu-Ray release, you'll want to score this edition of the film. Having both cuts in one place and a ton of bonus content make this the definitive HD release of the movie.
Sin City stands on its own as a graphic novel adapted for film. It has no equal, nothing else looks like, feels like, or sounds like it. With a feel all its own and an all-star cast, what's not to love? This disc gets my highest recommendation - but it's NOT for the squeamish.
DVD Review: A Den of Iniquity and Vilolence
Summary: 4 Stars
"Sin City," based on a popular series of graphic novels, captures the signature comic book style of creator Frank Miller, which involves black and white images with highlights of color for dramatic effect, extreme violence, brutality, misogyny, and torture. Miller doesn't pull his punches. Even Superman and Batman would wince at the parameters Miller has widened in the field of comic art.
"Sin City" is co-directed by Miller, Robert Rodriguez, and Quentin Tarentino. Its cast includes Bruce Willis, Jessica Alba, Rosario Dawson, Benicio Del Toro, Clive Owen, Mickey Rourke, Brittany Murphy, Nick Stahl, Powers Boothe, Michael Clarke Duncan, and Carla Gugino.
Basin City, the "sin city" of the title, is an extension of hell where the underbelly of society flourishes. The police are either ineffective or corrupt, prostitutes -- heavily armed -- rule their own red light district, and shootings and murders occur with the frequency of flashing neon.
The two-disc Blu-ray edition contains both the theatrical and a recut, extended, unrated version. There are a slew of bonus extras to make fans of Miller's creation happy.
DVD Review: Perfect picture, amazing sound. One of the best Blu-Ray titles to date.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have to admit that many CGI movies look and sound amazing. This one is a step above. This title simply cant be equaled. While many Blu-Ray titles may fall a bit short, this one really stands out from the crowd. While this movie is black and white for the most part, the depth of the picture is simply outstanding. If you love to see titles that have a 3 dimentional pop, this one delivers. First off, the blacks are perfect. Super deep and clean. The whites are vivid and bright without blooming. The detail is second to none. Every single frame is clean and free of distraction and/or artifacts. The closeups are super detailed as well as the background shots. Everything is in focus from start to finish. When color scenes do appear for effect, they really standout also. If you have seen this movie on standard dvd, you will see it again for the first time on Blu-Ray. So many small details become eveident in the background. This is an easy A+ for picture. It rivals the best titles from Disney/Pixar such as Cars and Wall-E to name a few other impressive titles. It is presented in an 2 disk Theatrical & Uncut versions. The Theatrical version is 124 mins, the uncut version runs 147 mins.
The sound really booms also. Great surround effects give you a great home theater experience. All speakers get into the game. The subwoofer gets some good use for the many explosions and shootouts. The rear speakers have great effect for a true surround sound experience. Something that many titles lack. This is an A effort for sure. Loud, clean and balanced. If you have a nice audio system, this title will be something worth buying.
Lots of extras, too many to list. These will keep you busy if your into making of ducumentaries.
This movie may not be for everyone, but for those who like sci-fi, action adventure, presented in a dark cartoon like world. You will be an instant fan. Easily worth the money...
DVD Review: blu-ray review
Summary: 4 Stars
To preface this, if you are a fan of the movie you already own the 2005 Sin City - Unrated (Two-Disc Collector's Edition), the deluxe package that ships with The Hard Goodbye graphic novel. Easily the best DVD release in my collection. There's just so much on there to like: Rodriguez prefaces each DVD w/an intro and there's quirky comic book menus that pop in and out which are a joy for us comic book geeks. So do you want the blu-ray of this?
I've done a quick taste test and I won't be selling my regular DVD release anytime soon. The colors do pop a little bit more on the blu-ray, but damn they are sharp as hell on the regular release, so you are really getting this for the Kill `Em Good: Interactive Comic Book and the CinExplore Feature. Worth it, but ehhhhhh, as a fan of the blu-ray format they really do need to be making these the "must have" definitive versions of the release and not an afterthought of what came before.
To be fair, most of these ship w/a $10 redeemable coupon, if you own the standard DVD release, so thank you, thank you. This is a worthwhile purchase, all things considered, but blu-ray releases need to start standing out as "must haves" or only 10% of the movie buying population is ever going to care.
DVD Review: Fantastic cinematography
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie itself is pretty different. Much like a moving comic book presentation. But it is the use of black&white along with the colors that make it such a visually stunning film. Even if you don't like the film it is worth watching for that. Personally, I like the film. Yes there is some very violent scenes, but I was raised on reading comic books and the violence here is almost the same as comic book violence. I was not at all offended. Also I felt the story line was good. But if you don't even like it after you watch it, you'll have to admit the visuals are stunning.
Brian
Description of Sin City
Sin city is infested with criminals crooked cops & sexy dames: some searching for vengeance some for redemption and others both. Studio: Buena Vista Home Video Release Date: 09/01/2006 Starring: Bruce Willis Mickey Rourke Run time: 126 minutes Rating: R Director: Frank MillerBrutal and breathtaking, Sin City is Robert Rodriguez's stunningly realized vision of Frank Miller's pulpy comic books. In the first of three separate but loosely related stories, Marv (Mickey Rourke in heavy makeup) tries to track down the killers of a woman who ended up dead in his bed. In the second story, Dwight's (Clive Owen) attempt to defend a woman from a brutal abuser goes horribly wrong, and threatens to destroy the uneasy truce among the police, the mob, and the women of Old Town. Finally, an aging cop on his last day on the job (Bruce Willis) rescues a young girl from a kidnapper, but is himself thrown in jail. Years later, he has a chance to save her again.
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