I think we need to stop making excuses for 2K upscales when Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs both had their film reels rescanned into native 4k, and even lower budget releases for less revered movies like Mask of The Phantasm go the extra mile and rescan all the negatives. Such a shame, especially considering this is likely the last transfer we'll ever get of this movie, a cheap option to get a quick buck out of a beloved property
@@NYC_Goody They did, the original camera and film negatives which are definitely preserved somewhere in a studio vault, it just takes time and effort to re-edit and color time for a new DI, and they didn't want to spend the money on it. Meanwhile SEINFELD and FRIENDS had all of its footage rescanned in 4k. It's a lot easier for studios to dig up an old 2K DI file, run an upscale program, and pay for someone to slap on some HDR than to do the job properly. This and Inglorious Basterds could have been reference quality discs, but they cheaped out.
@@StickyProductionstmfriends was infested with ai tinkering loll and Seinfeld was straight up shot on film with no digital intermediate finish. There's a difference there
@@NYC_Goody Alright, look at Shaun of The Dead. Shot on film, edited digitally, 2K intermediate, already on 4k. For the anniversary they decided to go the extra mile and rescan the reels in 4k and redo the color grading in Dolby Vision. Effort has to be there
Stop making excuses and just admit you don't really care about picture quality. If they wanted to do it properly, they would. They are just being greedy and lazy, and they can afford to do so because of people like you and your low standards. @NYC_Goody
It is completely possible to rescan the OCN in 4K, reassemble the film, titles and color grade to match. This has been done many times! This would take money and time that even smaller labels will put in. The fact is, Lionsgate is launching their fake boutique label, emulating Paramounts, but not putting the effort into the movies. It’s all packaging and no substance. The good news is, I save about $50 not buying these 2. Studios also need to be upfront about this before release, it’s bordering on fraud.
I have Kill Bill The Whole Bloody Affair on Blu-ray which seamlessly combines both movies and includes alternate angles, a deleted scene reinserted, the Japanese edit of The Crazy 88 fight scene which is in color with extended footage, among other little things. I'd love to upgrade the quality to 4K, but the $30 price tag each with no new special features is a bummer. The steelbook is nice, but I actually prefer the design of the standard covers.
Love Kill Bill and every Tarantino film, but since the 4k transfer isn't mindblowingly better than the existing BluRay releases, I think I'm just gonna skip these and stick with my original BluRay steels from Best Buy that I got years ago. Glad I didn't jump the gun and held out. Just saved $80. Thanks, Ken!
I think the inglorious basterds Blu Ray is infinitely superior to the original Universal 4k. I haven't seen the new Arrow 4k but yeah I agree, 4k is not necessarily better than Blu ray
I just watched the inglorious basterds Blu ray and the original Universal 4k back to back and the blu ray is far superior. I'm also awaiting the Django Unchained 4k but honestly I wouldn't be surprised if it's inferior to the blu ray, the blu ray was superb
@@breadordecide yes! The Universal 4k is way too bright and the flesh tones are too green even tho I have the green turned down in my white balance. The blu ray is so much better it's a joy to watch. I think 1080p is plenty of resolution anyway, I'm not inches from the screen holding a damn magnifying glass
Bottom line, for me, the scene that sears 'Volume 1' into my mind is the moment that Flamenco-clap Santa Esmeralda version of 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' kicks-off the Katana fight sequence is classic!
Every review of these I've seen has been positive. This is the first time pre-ordering anything from them so hopefully they'll ship discs in time to be here by release date. At least my Inglorious Basterds from Arrow actually showed up from Amazon today.
What's weird to me is the steelcase of vol 1 has better artwork but yet the standard vol 2 has better artwork than the steelcase at least in my opinion, You'd think they'd do the best artwork on the steelcases.
I'm glad these movies FINALLY got a 4k transfer. I'm sure it looks fine. But those steelbooks are not great. Mainly just not a fan of the colors. Yellow, red, and black would have been fine. But the pink makes it feel like Borderlands. I like what they did with Lucy Lui's head (didn't previously know about that). But the colors are awful. The 4k slipcover artwork is decent and I love the real color artwork on them. Wish the steelbook had that color pallet.
You may want to think that Kill Bill Vol: 1 is a standalone movie, but its not! In reality, Kill Bill Vol I & 2 is one movie. That was Quinton Tarantino's intentions for the movie when he filmed both Vol 1 & 2 together, as being a one 4-hour movie.
A 4k version of this movie, and Vol 2, are going to be great. I'm not expecting native 4k, because it would take the original year out of the film if it was. But a 2k upscale would give it a bit more sharpness, without doing too much, that's what's going to make it maybe one of the most fine tuned picture on a 4k disc of this year.
Great review, can’t wait to get mine. I just ordered the nonsteelbook versions even though the steelbooks are beautiful. My Blurays are quite old and still have the non-lossless audio so these 4Ks will be a huge audio upgrade for me too. Disappointing that they cheaped out by introducing no new special features.
B.S. on that they couldn't go back and do a 4K master. All you have to do is go back to the 35mm master and scan it in 4K. The master is guaranteed in the vault somewhere and scanning to 4K is super easy these days. They just didn't want to pay for it because they know most people 1. Will never know it's a 2k DI and 2. Won't care. If the regular version goes on sale for under $10-15 then I'll pick it up. Otherwise the Blu is good enough for now. No way I'm paying $40 for an ugly steelbook (and I'm someone who LOVES steelbooks and this film in particular); I already have the superior art Blu steelbooks.
@@midlevelmedia A new 4K scan does nothing to change his "vision" or the look, etc. A master is a master. It is the final 35mm film copy of the movie exactly the way he intended. Scanning that master to 4K (or more likely 6K or 8K) just gives a better digital master with increased resolution (4-6K can capture all the resolution of 35mm film). From there they can "remaster" it if they want which might screw with things if not done correctly (see any James Cameron 4K release); but that's not necessary.
2K is blu ray quality. "Up-scaling" it to a 4K disc is exactly what you're 4K player does when it sends a 1080p resolution Blu Ray to your 4K TV. The only reason to buy a 4K upscale is that hopefully the upscale in the studio is better than your home player; which to some degree it probably is. I have a very decent Oppo player and the increase improvement from the 4K would only be the color management/HDR. To me that's worth $10-15 at the most. Re-do a proper 4K master and I'd pay what ever they would charge. I'd buy a $100+ deluxe edition if it was a true 4K image. LOL I've bought at least 4-5 4K copies of 2001: A Space Odyssey in various "deluxe" versions. I love that film too and it's true 4K and probably the best master I've ever seen.
Well... either I order off scamazon and get a torn up piece of sh*t or I spend an arm and a leg on this steelbook which I can't really do right now because tax and shipping will bring this closer to like $55 or whatever. Unfortunately this video was uploaded a half hour ago so I missed the window to get these before selling out. So my options are either a $700 copy on eBay or have someone sh*t out a standard at the Scamazon warehouse. Oh well... 🤷♂️
Can’t wait to get my copies in. I’m going with the Slipcovers for Jackie Brown and Kill Bill because I own Django and Hateful Eight on Blu Ray with slipcovers but when they release the 4K editions I’ll be just getting the Slipcovers for them. Can’t wait to revisit them because me and my mom rented them and we were blown away by how crazy it got especially during the final big set piece
I pre-ordered mine the first day pre-orders went up. Being that I am just a pleeb I have not got my copy yet. I know official release date is next Tuesday, but knowing shipping I will consider myself lucky if I still get this month.
Also I will say this, if you are even remotely interested or think you might be interested in the Steelbook, don’t let the 40$ now bother you, re-sellers on eBay and such will buy them up and charge 2-3x that price, or more
Im waiting on these since im not too sure how its going to look and there are no new extras. And the steelbooks are way over priced. This is for collectors, not your average consumer 😔 I really wanted to be more excited for Kill Bill 1&2. Its one of my favs from QT.
Great movies and I like the steel books. I’d been hoping this would get a chunky box set release - with the uncensored Whole Blood Affair and loads of extra features and deleted scenes. I wonder if it’ll be released in future as some sort of special / anniversary edition.
The fight with Elle Driver was better than O Shi Ren, The Bride makes her look inadequate , the ending with The Bride went on for too long , Does Tarantino self edit, cos that part is too talky, sorry about the beginning Ken thats in no 2 its just my opinion.
I was a fan of Lionsgate Steelbooks at $25-$30 but not $40. The Walmart exclusives are $43. I'll wait for a sale or a better edition for that much money.
something to know is this is approved by Tarantino the video, the audio and even the extras are as he wants them to be so if you have a problem with this release take it up with Tarantino
I don't have a problem I'll just save my money. I don't know why you're so salty for Quentin Tarantino maybe you should get his sausage out of your mouth
Does anyone know what kind of 4K TV you have why isn't that constantly mentioned in your options? I think anyone listing to someone's options when it comes to 4k movies should own a top tier TV and surround sound unit. It's just odd to me why anyone would care about your opinion. It's like if I asked you what kind of steak you like to eat before I make my decision I just don't give it😂 If you like this movie most likely your buying.
If it is Limited, then it should have all the features like Arrow Video & Second Sight for $39.99. Not truly boutique yet? Paying more for the steelbook artwork. Oh Ken by the way my Inglorious Bastards 4K boxset was not sold out at Barnes & Noble. Their website said sold out and I could not reserved for in-store pick-up. when I got there, they had 2 copies of the 4K version sitting on the display. So I bought one and had my copy of 4K version of Trick R Treat reserved. Now I know that location is not accurate.
Because of the way Tarintino shoots his films. I just don't have much faith any of his 4ks will blow me away. I would still like a Tarantino 4k Box set and won't buy them until the Box Set. I'll rent them.
Is It the Uncensored Japanese Edition? I refuse to buy anything until that one is out. (The way to tell is the Eyeball pluck scene is all in color no B&W, and at the end The Bride cuts off Sophie's other arm "Give Me Your Other Arm!!!" If you look when she rolls down the hill she has no arms left)
HD Movie Source reviewed volume 1 4k and stated its a lackluster 4k. Regardless I'm still getting it to complete the Tarantino collection on 4k. lol went with the steelbook
Bought the DVDs years ago so this will be a nice upgrade for me. Just got an email saying that my steelbooks of kill Bill 1 and 2 should be arriving soon. Steelbook all day long baby. Can't wait.
I wish you would let us know if the special features are available on both disks. This factors into my buying choices. Is the blu ray a bonus or required as it holds all the special features?
This is Not perfect. I've had the Japanese DVD release which doesn't have the censored black and white scenes. Get that version as it's the one Tarantino wanted to release before the ratings board got a hold of it.
This is not true.... it was always meant to be black and white. His plan was to get an x rating and then switch to to black and white to compromise but he ended up getting an R, so he changed it anyway. Read the original script, it says the color switches.
I'm with you upscale is a cop out it isn't worth 35 40 dollars if you don't put your foot down you'll never know when to quit my blu ray is good enough
Yeah that often puzzles me. Mainly because they are “just” collectors and no TRUE movie aficionados. The Japanese DC needs to be part of everyone’s collection, even if it’s only on DVD. The animationsequence that tells the background story to O-Ren Ishii is an essential part of the movie to me, as is the hommage to Japanese film makers at the start of the movie that was ommited for the Western release versions.
@@RodneyAllanPoe you mean the b&w versions or additional bloody scènes that are Japan only? I gotta check that Japanese DVD again but don’t watch these movies regularly. And never did a one on one comparison.
The regular version is enough for me for this release, the steelbook is not that great imo. Awesome movie though, definitely an all time Top 10 for me.
Nice review of kill bill on 4k ken. And i will be picking up the regular 4k release of kill bill 1& 2 bc I don't waste money on over price steel books. And when are you going to do a blockbuster ken room tour of all your movies you have in your collection? Bc we all would love to see all your duplicates of all the double you have in your movies collection blockbuster ken
Kill bill is legitimately one of my favorite movies ever, and yes, i say that because you do say that about almost every movie 😂 I do like 2 but wayyyyy less than 1. I didn't find the sequel all that great. Never seen the whole bloody affair myself so I'm surprised at how many see both as one movie as well. Definitely feel they are their own package. Anyways, excited to get my copies soon! Hope you had a great new year and Christmas Ken
I love Kill Bill 1 and 2‼ ... I hate to say it, but the artworks on both steel books are dreadful. I would have preferred the original picture of Uma holding the sword downright‼ ⚔
I always found the clear difference between Kill Bill 1 & 2 was that our main character went from being a potential mother to the knowledge that she was indeed a mother. The story arc follows this explicitly.
Yeah OK it popped ......thats only 50% fun. The Atmos audio should kicks butt otherwise just stick to dvd. I find Tarantini borrows a lot from spaghetti Westerns......mood, talk, dialogue, the good guy is bad and the bad guy is really really bad .
Im definitely picking these up, but why are the pre order prices so expensive? I expect these prices from the boutiques, but Lionsgate? 52.99 CAD wtf 😂
Jackie Brown was Quentin Tarantino’s most mature and nuanced film, but it didn’t do very well at the box office, so he retreated into a state of arrested development and arguably didn’t leave until Once Upon a Time…
Ridiculous. QT makes what he wants to make regardless of how it's received. Kill Bill is a masterpiece and is a mature and nuanced revenge film. The fact that he makes the audience care for O-Ren, when she finally dies we both feel sad O-Ren is gone but also understand it's justified. Even The Bride doesn't celebrate or gloat in victory.
Oh no! Not an A.I. upscale. Well, no rush to get this. Besides, I want the Japanese cut that came out on DVD. If the studios are going to keep going for A.I. upscales, then I'll wait until they come to their senses. I don't want an A.I. redraw of classic films. 4k UHD is meant for the best rescan of the original film to show what was originally captured on it. I'm not into faux 4k.
Seen the movie as a kid when the first Kill Bill came out on DVD back in like 2004 or 2005. I would’ve been about 7 maybe even 6 at the time. I turned out just fine. No criminal record btw. If you know your kid has the emotional intelligence and maturity to handle more adult themes, language, and violence it will do no harm. I knew as a kid that it was a movie, not real, you don’t do things like this, you don’t say things like this, and it didn’t corrupt me. All the sexual content went over my head at the time.
7:36 is when the actual disc review starts
he can talk the ear off a wooden indian
Thanks saves me having to write this
Omg thank you, dont know this guy but def. skipping this dude when possible, what a drag to watch
I think we need to stop making excuses for 2K upscales when Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs both had their film reels rescanned into native 4k, and even lower budget releases for less revered movies like Mask of The Phantasm go the extra mile and rescan all the negatives. Such a shame, especially considering this is likely the last transfer we'll ever get of this movie, a cheap option to get a quick buck out of a beloved property
Did you listen to his explanation? There's a legitimate reason for it. They had no native 4k reel to scan
@@NYC_Goody They did, the original camera and film negatives which are definitely preserved somewhere in a studio vault, it just takes time and effort to re-edit and color time for a new DI, and they didn't want to spend the money on it. Meanwhile SEINFELD and FRIENDS had all of its footage rescanned in 4k. It's a lot easier for studios to dig up an old 2K DI file, run an upscale program, and pay for someone to slap on some HDR than to do the job properly. This and Inglorious Basterds could have been reference quality discs, but they cheaped out.
@@StickyProductionstmfriends was infested with ai tinkering loll and Seinfeld was straight up shot on film with no digital intermediate finish. There's a difference there
@@NYC_Goody Alright, look at Shaun of The Dead. Shot on film, edited digitally, 2K intermediate, already on 4k. For the anniversary they decided to go the extra mile and rescan the reels in 4k and redo the color grading in Dolby Vision. Effort has to be there
Stop making excuses and just admit you don't really care about picture quality. If they wanted to do it properly, they would. They are just being greedy and lazy, and they can afford to do so because of people like you and your low standards. @NYC_Goody
It is completely possible to rescan the OCN in 4K, reassemble the film, titles and color grade to match. This has been done many times! This would take money and time that even smaller labels will put in. The fact is, Lionsgate is launching their fake boutique label, emulating Paramounts, but not putting the effort into the movies. It’s all packaging and no substance. The good news is, I save about $50 not buying these 2. Studios also need to be upfront about this before release, it’s bordering on fraud.
Agreed. Had I known it was a 2K DI I might have reconsidered my preorders. 😠
I think I am sticking with the blu ray. Maybe down the road if the standard editions goes down in price.
I got all "Tino" movies 🍿 on Blu Ray. I'm happy 😊
I have Kill Bill The Whole Bloody Affair on Blu-ray which seamlessly combines both movies and includes alternate angles, a deleted scene reinserted, the Japanese edit of The Crazy 88 fight scene which is in color with extended footage, among other little things. I'd love to upgrade the quality to 4K, but the $30 price tag each with no new special features is a bummer.
The steelbook is nice, but I actually prefer the design of the standard covers.
where did you get that from?
@@MichelleAlexandria-EMbootleg
Yeah, this is IMHO the ultimate edition of the movie. Sadly the 4K is a sidegrade; better in some ways, worse in others.
@@MichelleAlexandria-EMcame out years ago, can buy online
That's the worst version of the movie.
Carl from HD Movie Source gave the video on this a 1 out of 5
no new features, no audio upgrade and a marginal picture upgrade. But as I never had the blu ray , I am in.
You can buy the blu-rays both films for less than $20 and I kill Bill volume 1 and 2 double pack. Save yourself 60 bucks
Speaking of Kung Fu movies, they really need to make Kung Fu Hustle in 4k now.
How well does Lionsgate package their shipments? Awaiting my steelbooks.
Has it got the full color version? I have the Japanese limited release that doesn’t switch to B&W, but would love it in 4K.
Same, I imported the Japanese DVD copy for the color version and a 4K would be much nicer
The blu ray is good enough but I’m only buying these since I love kill
Bill and the packaging 😁
@@iExcaliburWorld Package collectors unite! 😆
Love Kill Bill and every Tarantino film, but since the 4k transfer isn't mindblowingly better than the existing BluRay releases, I think I'm just gonna skip these and stick with my original BluRay steels from Best Buy that I got years ago. Glad I didn't jump the gun and held out. Just saved $80. Thanks, Ken!
I think the inglorious basterds Blu Ray is infinitely superior to the original Universal 4k. I haven't seen the new Arrow 4k but yeah I agree, 4k is not necessarily better than Blu ray
@@phizix215 Nice man. Like I said, it’s an upgrade, but marginal at best. Totally get it.
I really do miss Best Buy 😢
Better be getting
Django unchained & hateful 8 4ks next
And Death Proof!
I just watched the inglorious basterds Blu ray and the original Universal 4k back to back and the blu ray is far superior. I'm also awaiting the Django Unchained 4k but honestly I wouldn't be surprised if it's inferior to the blu ray, the blu ray was superb
@@MC-bh8ph I agree 100%. The skin tones and colors are superior on the IB bluray. The 4k is washed out and at times ugly.
@@breadordecide yes! The Universal 4k is way too bright and the flesh tones are too green even tho I have the green turned down in my white balance. The blu ray is so much better it's a joy to watch. I think 1080p is plenty of resolution anyway, I'm not inches from the screen holding a damn magnifying glass
was hoping the pitcher quality was going to be amazing
Bottom line, for me, the scene that sears 'Volume 1' into my mind is the moment that Flamenco-clap Santa Esmeralda version of 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' kicks-off the Katana fight sequence is classic!
I love it so much. So good!
Every review of these I've seen has been positive. This is the first time pre-ordering anything from them so hopefully they'll ship discs in time to be here by release date. At least my Inglorious Basterds from Arrow actually showed up from Amazon today.
What's weird to me is the steelcase of vol 1 has better artwork but yet the standard vol 2 has better artwork than the steelcase at least in my opinion, You'd think they'd do the best artwork on the steelcases.
I'm glad these movies FINALLY got a 4k transfer. I'm sure it looks fine. But those steelbooks are not great. Mainly just not a fan of the colors. Yellow, red, and black would have been fine. But the pink makes it feel like Borderlands. I like what they did with Lucy Lui's head (didn't previously know about that). But the colors are awful. The 4k slipcover artwork is decent and I love the real color artwork on them. Wish the steelbook had that color pallet.
Do you think Japan will get a 4k of the Japanese Cut of Kill Bill? If so would you import of it had English with hard Japanese subs?
You may want to think that Kill Bill Vol: 1 is a standalone movie, but its not! In reality, Kill Bill Vol I & 2 is one movie. That was Quinton Tarantino's intentions for the movie when he filmed both Vol 1 & 2 together, as being a one 4-hour movie.
A 4k version of this movie, and Vol 2, are going to be great. I'm not expecting native 4k, because it would take the original year out of the film if it was. But a 2k upscale would give it a bit more sharpness, without doing too much, that's what's going to make it maybe one of the most fine tuned picture on a 4k disc of this year.
Great review, can’t wait to get mine. I just ordered the nonsteelbook versions even though the steelbooks are beautiful. My Blurays are quite old and still have the non-lossless audio so these 4Ks will be a huge audio upgrade for me too. Disappointing that they cheaped out by introducing no new special features.
I like vol. 1 and 2 since watching them a while back. I already bought both sbs last week & just waiting on their arrival.
B.S. on that they couldn't go back and do a 4K master. All you have to do is go back to the 35mm master and scan it in 4K. The master is guaranteed in the vault somewhere and scanning to 4K is super easy these days. They just didn't want to pay for it because they know most people 1. Will never know it's a 2k DI and 2. Won't care. If the regular version goes on sale for under $10-15 then I'll pick it up. Otherwise the Blu is good enough for now. No way I'm paying $40 for an ugly steelbook (and I'm someone who LOVES steelbooks and this film in particular); I already have the superior art Blu steelbooks.
I think Quentin had more to do with that than Lionsgate. Probably didn’t want to change his original vision.
@@midlevelmedia A new 4K scan does nothing to change his "vision" or the look, etc. A master is a master. It is the final 35mm film copy of the movie exactly the way he intended. Scanning that master to 4K (or more likely 6K or 8K) just gives a better digital master with increased resolution (4-6K can capture all the resolution of 35mm film). From there they can "remaster" it if they want which might screw with things if not done correctly (see any James Cameron 4K release); but that's not necessary.
2K is blu ray quality. "Up-scaling" it to a 4K disc is exactly what you're 4K player does when it sends a 1080p resolution Blu Ray to your 4K TV. The only reason to buy a 4K upscale is that hopefully the upscale in the studio is better than your home player; which to some degree it probably is. I have a very decent Oppo player and the increase improvement from the 4K would only be the color management/HDR. To me that's worth $10-15 at the most. Re-do a proper 4K master and I'd pay what ever they would charge. I'd buy a $100+ deluxe edition if it was a true 4K image. LOL I've bought at least 4-5 4K copies of 2001: A Space Odyssey in various "deluxe" versions. I love that film too and it's true 4K and probably the best master I've ever seen.
I have both of these on the way from Lions Gate. Did get my copy of the Snowpiercer 4k steel today, another awesome release.
@@richardbaker183 They are on fire right now!
My goal is to have all Tarantino in Steelbook. Just need Django and Hateful 8 now
Well... either I order off scamazon and get a torn up piece of sh*t or I spend an arm and a leg on this steelbook which I can't really do right now because tax and shipping will bring this closer to like $55 or whatever. Unfortunately this video was uploaded a half hour ago so I missed the window to get these before selling out. So my options are either a $700 copy on eBay or have someone sh*t out a standard at the Scamazon warehouse. Oh well... 🤷♂️
Can’t wait to get my copies in. I’m going with the Slipcovers for Jackie Brown and Kill Bill because I own Django and Hateful Eight on Blu Ray with slipcovers but when they release the 4K editions I’ll be just getting the Slipcovers for them. Can’t wait to revisit them because me and my mom rented them and we were blown away by how crazy it got especially during the final big set piece
I agree, this movie stands on its own. I love it from start to finish. The second one just didn't hit as good to me, and I don't know why
I have the XX Collection. I’m good for now. I wouldn’t buy Kill Bill unless it’s the Whole Bloody Affair.
I pre-ordered mine the first day pre-orders went up. Being that I am just a pleeb I have not got my copy yet. I know official release date is next Tuesday, but knowing shipping I will consider myself lucky if I still get this month.
For me i can not think on Kill Bill as just the first movie, for me thats just half of a movie, both volumes are one single thing in my opinion
How do both films in 4K with their DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 mixes sound compared to their LPCM 5.1 counterparts found on their past Blu-ray's?
Is the battle of the Crazy 88 in color or still in b&w?
I would buy that Kill Bill steel book Ken I love the movie it's awesome
I prefer the aerwork on the slipcover version, i mean who did the designs of the 4k/ steelbooks of kill bill, not great, what were they thinking?
DOUBLE DIPPING!!🤘
Also I will say this, if you are even remotely interested or think you might be interested in the Steelbook, don’t let the 40$ now bother you, re-sellers on eBay and such will buy them up and charge 2-3x that price, or more
Im waiting on these since im not too sure how its going to look and there are no new extras. And the steelbooks are way over priced. This is for collectors, not your average consumer 😔 I really wanted to be more excited for Kill Bill 1&2. Its one of my favs from QT.
Cant wait another title we won't get till march in the uk why didn't they release the Japanese version also on 4k.
Great movies and I like the steel books. I’d been hoping this would get a chunky box set release - with the uncensored Whole Blood Affair and loads of extra features and deleted scenes. I wonder if it’ll be released in future as some sort of special / anniversary edition.
Just got my email this morning:
"Pre-Shipment - Pre-Shipment, USPS Awaiting Item"
Love the movie, love Steelbooks. But I can't justify $39.99 for a movie. I'll stay with the Blu-ray version
This is kinda disappointing that it isn't a native transfer and no audio upgrade.
The fight with Elle Driver was better than O Shi Ren, The Bride makes her look inadequate , the ending with The Bride went on for too long , Does Tarantino self edit, cos that part is too talky, sorry about the beginning Ken thats in no 2 its just my opinion.
I was a fan of Lionsgate Steelbooks at $25-$30 but not $40. The Walmart exclusives are $43. I'll wait for a sale or a better edition for that much money.
What Walmart exclusives?
something to know is this is approved by Tarantino the video, the audio and even the extras are as he wants them to be so if you have a problem with this release take it up with Tarantino
I don't have a problem I'll just save my money. I don't know why you're so salty for Quentin Tarantino maybe you should get his sausage out of your mouth
He was fine with it coming out in DVD format too. Just because he "approved it" doesn't mean it's as good as it could be.
I got the kill bill 1&2 and Jackie brown slips all $26 each via diabolik
Just pre order dirty Harry pale rider and the outlaw Josey Wales 4k steelbooks and Street trash collector's edition 😊😊
Does anyone know what kind of 4K TV you have why isn't that constantly mentioned in your options? I think anyone listing to someone's options when it comes to 4k movies should own a top tier TV and surround sound unit. It's just odd to me why anyone would care about your opinion. It's like if I asked you what kind of steak you like to eat before I make my decision I just don't give it😂 If you like this movie most likely your buying.
Do you like the kill bill mivies
Good looking steelbooks but I wouldn't say lionsgate is coming back strong with $40 steelbooks.
Fail. I'll wait until it's $10. I'll keep watching my Whole Bloody Affair on Blu-ray.
You sold me Ken! Ima Def pick this one up myself. 😂
I love kill bill
If it is Limited, then it should have all the features like Arrow Video & Second Sight for $39.99. Not truly boutique yet? Paying more for the steelbook artwork. Oh Ken by the way my Inglorious Bastards 4K boxset was not sold out at Barnes & Noble. Their website said sold out and I could not reserved for in-store pick-up. when I got there, they had 2 copies of the 4K version sitting on the display. So I bought one and had my copy of 4K version of Trick R Treat reserved. Now I know that location is not accurate.
Because of the way Tarintino shoots his films. I just don't have much faith any of his 4ks will blow me away. I would still like a Tarantino 4k Box set and won't buy them until the Box Set. I'll rent them.
Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction 4Ks both looked great.
@@Zachary_Dale Jackie Brown does too, apparently.
is the fight with the crazy 88's in color?? i will definitely order this if its the director's cut
The black and white is the director's cut.... even in the original draft screenplay it says the color switches to black and white
“Upscaled”
Immediate no sale.
I'm more interested in Jackie Brown because that one is Native 4K. No 2K upscale.
Review coming Thursday
Is It the Uncensored Japanese Edition? I refuse to buy anything until that one is out. (The way to tell is the Eyeball pluck scene is all in color no B&W, and at the end The Bride cuts off Sophie's other arm "Give Me Your Other Arm!!!" If you look when she rolls down the hill she has no arms left)
Actually, if you look when she rolls down she has one arm.... the black and white sequence was always intended
Keep your high hopes up. Regular version as will, unfortunately, be the case with Hateful Eight.
HD Movie Source reviewed volume 1 4k and stated its a lackluster 4k. Regardless I'm still getting it to complete the Tarantino collection on 4k. lol went with the steelbook
I wish people would stop doing this. Don't support mediocrity.
Vol I and II never felt like the same movie to me. Agreed. Vol I is SO much better than II.
Pass
Bought the DVDs years ago so this will be a nice upgrade for me. Just got an email saying that my steelbooks of kill Bill 1 and 2 should be arriving soon. Steelbook all day long baby. Can't wait.
Love these movies but damn expensive. 🤬
Ken really going for that 🏆 lol just playing. Awesome review 🎉
I wish you would let us know if the special features are available on both disks. This factors into my buying choices. Is the blu ray a bonus or required as it holds all the special features?
This is Not perfect. I've had the Japanese DVD release which doesn't have the censored black and white scenes. Get that version as it's the one Tarantino wanted to release before the ratings board got a hold of it.
This is not true.... it was always meant to be black and white. His plan was to get an x rating and then switch to to black and white to compromise but he ended up getting an R, so he changed it anyway. Read the original script, it says the color switches.
I think I’m gonna cancel my pre-order for these and Jackie Brown. So fed up with expensive 4K discs that are just lazy upscales.
May want to hold back on Jackie Brown. That’s not an upscale. That’s a native 4K.
Cancelling my order. I'm not going to support their lazy remasters. When they do a proper 4K rescan I'll pony up the cash. Especially for 30-40 bucks.
I'm with you upscale is a cop out it isn't worth 35 40 dollars if you don't put your foot down you'll never know when to quit my blu ray is good enough
Why are 4K reviewers clueless about the uncensored Japanese version on DVD?
Yeah that often puzzles me. Mainly because they are “just” collectors and no TRUE movie aficionados.
The Japanese DC needs to be part of everyone’s collection, even if it’s only on DVD.
The animationsequence that tells the background story to O-Ren Ishii is an essential part of the movie to me, as is the hommage to Japanese film makers at the start of the movie that was ommited for the Western release versions.
@pieterbalk-ht7kq I've only seen it 65,000 times. A mate burnt a DVD with English subtitles on at the right moments. But I quite enjoy Japanese.
@ the Dutch DFW blu ray had this Japanese version in full color.
@@pieterbalk-ht7kq I have that but I still prefer having the other gore shots present too.
@@RodneyAllanPoe you mean the b&w versions or additional bloody scènes that are Japan only? I gotta check that Japanese DVD again but don’t watch these movies regularly. And never did a one on one comparison.
this deserves a Native 4K restoration and additional features.
The regular version is enough for me for this release, the steelbook is not that great imo. Awesome movie though, definitely an all time Top 10 for me.
Definate let down by lack of special features, Must Try Harder, Not worth 40!!!
So the big restaurant fight is still black and white? Would at least like the option to watch the colour Chinese version.
Tarantino is ok … once. But I have never wanted to rewatch any of his films
Nice review of kill bill on 4k ken. And i will be picking up the regular 4k release of kill bill 1& 2 bc I don't waste money on over price steel books. And when are you going to do a blockbuster ken room tour of all your movies you have in your collection? Bc we all would love to see all your duplicates of all the double you have in your movies collection blockbuster ken
Dont waste your money. Transfer isn't good
Kill bill is legitimately one of my favorite movies ever, and yes, i say that because you do say that about almost every movie 😂 I do like 2 but wayyyyy less than 1. I didn't find the sequel all that great. Never seen the whole bloody affair myself so I'm surprised at how many see both as one movie as well. Definitely feel they are their own package. Anyways, excited to get my copies soon! Hope you had a great new year and Christmas Ken
I love Kill Bill 1 and 2‼ ... I hate to say it, but the artworks on both steel books are dreadful. I would have preferred the original picture of Uma holding the sword downright‼ ⚔
Is Arrow eventually going to re release these in a box with a bunch of bullshit in it?
I always found the clear difference between Kill Bill 1 & 2 was that our main character went from being a potential mother to the knowledge that she was indeed a mother. The story arc follows this explicitly.
I only have the DVDs of both films. I just ordered the Steelbooks because I collect them too when they are good.
Yeah OK it popped ......thats only 50% fun. The Atmos audio should kicks butt otherwise just stick to dvd. I find Tarantini borrows a lot from spaghetti Westerns......mood, talk, dialogue, the good guy is bad and the bad guy is really really bad .
Im definitely picking these up, but why are the pre order prices so expensive? I expect these prices from the boutiques, but Lionsgate? 52.99 CAD wtf 😂
One reason why im not buying these. Yet.
they shouldn’t be anymore than $30-35
It’s worth the extra 10 bucks for the steelbook…had to get mine before they sell out. These are gonna be expensive when they sell out/out of print
Jackie Brown was Quentin Tarantino’s most mature and nuanced film, but it didn’t do very well at the box office, so he retreated into a state of arrested development and arguably didn’t leave until Once Upon a Time…
Ridiculous. QT makes what he wants to make regardless of how it's received. Kill Bill is a masterpiece and is a mature and nuanced revenge film. The fact that he makes the audience care for O-Ren, when she finally dies we both feel sad O-Ren is gone but also understand it's justified. Even The Bride doesn't celebrate or gloat in victory.
@@tellemstevedave5559cool. That’s your opinion and you’re entitled to it : )
Kill Bill 1 & 2 steelbooks cancelled.
This is unfortunate
This is without a doubt a GREAT release. Premium new packaging and a director approved 4K scan with OG audio
Oh no! Not an A.I. upscale. Well, no rush to get this. Besides, I want the Japanese cut that came out on DVD. If the studios are going to keep going for A.I. upscales, then I'll wait until they come to their senses. I don't want an A.I. redraw of classic films. 4k UHD is meant for the best rescan of the original film to show what was originally captured on it. I'm not into faux 4k.
Movie is 30 yrs old. Its safe to "spoil" it.
21, but point taken.
I can't believe you let your kids watch this movie.
I mean I was 11 when I watched Reservoir Dogs. My kids are 10 and 14. Don’t see the big deal? 🤷♂️
It’s not that bad. Much worse R-rated films out there, this is relatively tame considering the over the top tone
Seen the movie as a kid when the first Kill Bill came out on DVD back in like 2004 or 2005. I would’ve been about 7 maybe even 6 at the time. I turned out just fine. No criminal record btw. If you know your kid has the emotional intelligence and maturity to handle more adult themes, language, and violence it will do no harm. I knew as a kid that it was a movie, not real, you don’t do things like this, you don’t say things like this, and it didn’t corrupt me. All the sexual content went over my head at the time.
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