Great Great movie that may not be for everyone...

Rating: 10/10 (12 October 2003)

Maybe a few *spoilers* herin...
First off, let me say that I first heard about this movie about a year ago and have been awaiting its arrival ever since. The decision to split the movie into two parts I think was a very good one. I don't think many people could watch three hours of that movie straight through, though I could have easily. That being said, lets get to the movie... This is something that has not been done in the US, so many people are not familiar with this type of over-the-top violence. However, violent as it may be, I would not call it senseless violence. Everything in the movie was justified. As for the spurting blood from severed heads and arms, well that is just part of the style. So, if you like violence you'll probably love this movie. If you are even a little bit opposed to it, then steer clear of this one. The acting in this was also very good and it fit with the whole over-the-top style of the movie. Thurman did a wonderful job as the bride and the supporting actors were all very good. There was one bit of anime in the movie that told the story of Oren's past which also fit very well. One thing that puzzled a lot of people was the fact that the movie went black and white for a scene, in particular probably the most violent in the entire movie. If you look at the context, you'll probably understand why, though most people in the theater didn't. It ends with a real cliffhanger which will leave you wanting to see more. Overall, 10/10...Everything I had hoped for and more.