Arrow Video
Battle Royale
- 4K UHD
- Region B
- Classification R 18+
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The film
About the film
Kinji Fukasaku, the director of "Battle Royale," was a renowned Japanese filmmaker known for his gritty and realistic style. His career spanned several decades, and he was particularly famous for his yakuza films. "Battle Royale" was one of his last films, and it showcased his ability to blend intense action with social commentary.
"Battle Royale" is set in a dystopian future where a totalitarian Japanese government forces a group of junior high school students to fight to the death on a remote island. The story follows Shuya Nanahara and Noriko Nakagawa as they navigate the brutal game, forming alliances and facing various dangers. The film explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the loss of innocence.
The film received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Blue Ribbon Award for Best Film and the Japanese Academy Award for Best Editing.
The edition
Edition details
| Format | 4K UHD |
|---|---|
| Region | Region B |
| Classification |
R 18+ People under 18 are not permitted to buy or hire these films or games or to see these films in a cinema. These films cannot be demonstrated in a public place
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| Director | Kinji Fukasaku |
| Starring | Takeshi 'Beat' Kitano, Taro Yamamoto, Masanobu Ando, Sôsuke Takaoka, Tatsuya Fujiwara, Hirohito Honda, Eri Ishikawa, Sayaka Ikeda, Tomomi Shimaki, Aki Maeda, Kô Shibasaki, Chiaki Kuriyama |
| Original release | 2003 |
| Label | Arrow Video |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Thriller, Action, Drama |