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toot
23-11-2001, 04:20
:clap: :clap:

i read about this here a while ago and i finally ordered it and just watched it with a couple of work mates (gotta love night-shifts :p). i love this film! i haven't laughed so much at a film in ages, i never thought it would be so funny :D

does any one know any other HK films as funny as this.. i had a quick look on imdb and it recommends Forbidden City Cop.. has anyone got this DVD.. is it much good?

i can't wait to show this to my mate who loves Kung Fu films and football :D
RichB
23-11-2001, 06:45
I've had this ages now and reckon I watch it more than any other DVD, tis so cool :D
Ono
23-11-2001, 07:04
Shaolin Soccer is a gem.


It's a shame that most of the public won't see or even hear of it.


:(
Bolch
23-11-2001, 07:20
Agreed it's funny, but I think the forums hype around it is slightly unjustified.

I just don't think it's as funny as the forums have made it out to be, I think many of the 'Soccer' sequences are played down from what they could have been with much of the action taking place in the players face, why couldn't we have had some long panning shots showing the entire pitch, that would have made some interesting matches.

I also thought the sub-plot was very weak and should've been scrapped altogether for a greater traning session.

Just my opinion, don't want to start an :argue:
Bamse
23-11-2001, 07:50
Right, that’s it. I’m going to have to get this film. Could someone tell me the best place to get it from?
powlest
23-11-2001, 08:02
Originally posted by Bamse
Right, that’s it. I’m going to have to get this film. Could someone tell me the best place to get it from?

Easy, http://www.dddhouse.com/

Get Battle Royale while your at it.:)
Bamse
23-11-2001, 08:19
Originally posted by powlest


Easy, http://www.dddhouse.com/

Get Battle Royale while your at it.:)

Cheers powlest :)
I already have battle Royale, I got it from Ringo’s. Great film, must have watched it 5 times already:clap: . I take it you recommend DDDHouse from experience, as I have not ordered from an R3 region before.
carryonline
23-11-2001, 08:56
DDDhouse is great; don't be put off by the design of their site, which is a little messy. They're responsive and very quick on delivery.

If you already have Battle Royale, then check out Bichunmoo - think Crouching Tiger with swords. Utterly amazing.

Andy
rsykes2000
23-11-2001, 08:58
dddhouse is fantastic. if you like foreign horror, check out audition, the isle and ring while you're there.
Bolch
23-11-2001, 09:08
Originally posted by carryonline
If you already have Battle Royale, then check out Bichunmoo - think Crouching Tiger with swords. Utterly amazing.

I thought CTHD was all about swords :confused:
carryonline
23-11-2001, 09:24
You're absolutely right. I meant to say "more swords" and "less martial arts"

Too many late nights :nuts:
Mr Vampire
23-11-2001, 09:34
Get the Korean version of bichunmoo from http://www.movityme.com instead of the HK Deltamac r0 version. It's p&s (but not the fault of Deltamac as I think that the korean distributor forced it), the korean release should be heaps better.
Peter UK
23-11-2001, 10:36
Originally posted by Mr Vampire
Get the Korean version of bichunmoo from http://www.movityme.com instead of the HK Deltamac r0 version. It's p&s (but not the fault of Deltamac as I think that the korean distributor forced it), the korean release should be heaps better.

And very expensive it is too! I've got both (the Deltamac version is up for trade in the classifieds :) ) I was a bit dissapointed because the widescreen on the SE is barely widescreen. I'm no expert on ratios but the Korean version is almost full screen, although I've yet to watch the extras. Fantastic film though!

As for Shaolin Soccer, yes it's good, quite funny but not, as some have claimed, a masterpiece :confused:

Pete
Peter UK
23-11-2001, 10:38
Originally posted by Ono
Shaolin Soccer is a gem.


It's a shame that most of the public won't see or even hear of it.


:(

Is it not due for a general cinema release in the States? Probably cut and dubbed but still........
sampath
23-11-2001, 11:09
Is there a chance of either Shaolin Soccer or Battle Royale getting an R1/2/4 release? I'm quite keen on battle royale especially, but the DVD Times review isn't very kind on the picture quality of the R3 disk. On the other hand it's only about £9 delivered so maybe I should just go ahead and buy it.... :confused:
TinTin
23-11-2001, 11:54
Originally posted by sampath
Is there a chance of either Shaolin Soccer or Battle Royale getting an R1/2/4 release? I'm quite keen on battle royale especially, but the DVD Times review isn't very kind on the picture quality of the R3 disk. On the other hand it's only about £9 delivered so maybe I should just go ahead and buy it.... :confused:

There's nothing wrong with the picture quality, perhaps the review is a bit picky. for the £9.50 it cost me it's well worth it and I wouldn't be disappointed at double the price Don't forget that dts soundtrack if your system can make use of it.

What are you watching it on? I don't see it being a problem on my 36" Sony CRT
Shingster
23-11-2001, 12:03
I've seen 2 more Stephen Chow films: God Of Cookery & From Beijing With Love & I would have no problems recommending them to anyone who likes a good comedy.
Vinyl-Pants
23-11-2001, 12:25
I cant praise Shaolin Soccer highly enough tbh. Easily the funniest film ive seen this year and most original to boot. Well worth a look!
kanedaa
23-11-2001, 12:31
<a href="http://www.dvdtimes.co.uk/index.cgi?page=Review&id=324&story=2272" target="_blank">Shaolin Soccer</a> is a fantastic film, easily one of the best of this year (IMO of course).

Those wondering about the US release I'm sure I read at BnB forums that the preview screenings for it were original language so hopefully they'll get it right.

Other Stephen Chow movies that come highly recommended are...

God of Cookery, King of Comedy, From Beijing With Love, Love on Delivery, Royal Tramp 1 & 2...none of these are as visual as Shaolin Soccer, but all are very, very funny.

dave.
mjb1975
23-11-2001, 12:43
this is stoopid! I'd heard a lot about both Shaolin Soccer and Battle Royale, and now I've just ordered both from DDDHouse! Talk about DVD addiction!

I'll see what I make of them fairly soon......
Cirrus888
23-11-2001, 12:55
Accidental Spy has a US Jan 11th 2002 release and Shaolin Soccer has an April 5th 2002 limited release date.

Shaolin soccer is going up against a men in black 2 weekend.
Rooboy
23-11-2001, 18:10
Anyone know what Accidental Spy is like?
As for DDDHouse, I cant praise them enough. I got Battle Royale and Shaolin Soccer for under £18 delivered. Arrived in 6 days as well. I also got Taxi 2 from there with DD 5.1 and DTS for £9! The R2 release only had DD 2.0 apparently.
NexusSheep
23-11-2001, 18:24
I also purchased Shaolin Soccer (and Battle Royale) recently, but I used Coolashop instead of DDDHouse. I think they offer just as good a service.

Shaolin Soccer - hilarious. And some nice effects too.

Battle Royale (R3) - back cover, second row down, fifth from the left - absolutely gorgeous or what?! I think I'm in lust.... :nuts:
Jimmyboy
23-11-2001, 18:48
Originally posted by sampath
I'm quite keen on battle royale especially, but the DVD Times review isn't very kind on the picture quality of the R3 disk. On the other hand it's only about £9 delivered so maybe I should just go ahead and buy it.... :confused:

I didnt have a problem with the R3 picture quality, it appears to be quite a grainy film intentionally & the R2 is to be released by Tartan which means its doubtfull the transfer will be any better, plus you'll have to put up with burnt in subs & pay £17.99 for the privledge.