Since that he would achieve more noteriaty with such films as Ichii the Killer and 13 Assassins. But there is still no film he has ever made that is infecting as that of the terrifying "Audition". Arrow Video have restored and released this horror film on 4K for the first time ever!
Synopsis: When recent widower Shigeharu Aoyama (Ryo Ishibashi, American Yakuza) is advised by his son to find a new wife, he seeks the advice of a colleague having been out of the dating scene for many years. The two men decide to take advantage of their position working at a film company to stage an audition to find the perfect partner. Interviewing a series of women, Shigeharu soon becomes enchanted by Asami (Eihi Shiina), a quiet, 24-year-old woman, who is immediately responsive to his charms. However, events quickly take a very dark and twisted turn as we find that Asami isn't what she seems to be...
In all honesty I had never scene this film before this release. I had heard of it and how gut-wrenching but never saw it. So this was my first time experiencing this film. And I truly have no words to express how this film made me feel. It was a complete roller coaster. And the special effects used in the horror scenes are so believable you would not believe it is a movie. The film is so terrifying that it stays with you long after the credits roll.
Arrow Video have transferred Audition to 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray™ presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible). The audio track is a newly restored original lossless Japanese stereo and 4.0 audio, plus optional DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround audio. Finally there is the option for English subtitles.
This is not just any transfer this transfer comes from a brand new 4K restoration from the original Super 16mm camera negative by Arrow Films approved by director of photography Hideo Yamamoto. I have never seen this film before, so I have nothing to compare it to. But I can say this was a extremely beautiful looking copy of the film. Crisp and clean the colors were bright and vibrant there is no signs of damage that I could see. This was a wonderfully terrifying viewing experience.
Now in addition to a great looking 4k restoration. Arrow Video added a boatload of bonus features to make this release something very special. Take a look at what is included.
Bonus Materials
* Introduction by director Takashi Miike
* Audio commentary by director Takashi Miike and screenwriter Daisuke Tengan
* Audio commentary by Miike biographer Tom Mes
* Callback, a brand new interview with actor Ryo Ishibashi
* Ties that Bind, an interview with director Takashi Miike
* Damaged Romance, an appreciation by Japanese cinema historian Tony Rayns
* Archive interviews with stars Ryo Ishibashi, Eihi Shiina, Renji Ishibashi and Ren Osugi
* Deeper Deeper Into Audition, an audio essay by author and critic Alexandra Heller-Nicholas
* Trailers
* Image gallery
*Collectors’ booklet featuring new writing on the film by Anton Bitel, Jennie Kermode and Jamie Graham
* Reversible sleeve featuring newly commissioned artwork by Dark Inker - Sampson and original UK artwork by Graham Humphreys
As you can see Arrow Video went above and beyond here loading up this release with tons of material. Commentaries, interviews booklets and so much more. Fans of J-Horror are going to be in seventh heaven with this release.
So if you love J-Horror Audition is one of those film that is truly a must own for your collection. And the best way to own it is on this new 4k Release. Head over to MVD Shop or Amazon and order your copy today.
Out of 4 Film Reels (4 being the best) the 4K UltraHD of Audition receives......
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