Damn it why not a Blu release? Would buy in a heartbeat.

That is so NOT the artwork!! IT IS?!! F**K OFF!!

Really liked this film. I don`t own the prior release, and I like that cover so it`ll be a buy for me.

Who the hell wants the PG-13 rated Theatrical version as well as the Unrated theatrical version?

What pond dweller would want to watch the minute shorter censored version of the same cut?
What a waste.

Just have the Unrated and the DC.

Censored versions have no place on DVD.  Especially in America!
Seems some people like to watch censored s**t nowadays though, and its not as if you can use that detestable "but it's High Def and has more pixels" excuse here.

"Oh one does find some films too, too,  violent.  
One does prefer to watch the nicely censored version as it's far more soothing on the nerves.
OH! All this violence.  Its just too much you know".

F**k off.

For those who're wondering the USA Unrated cut is the same Theatrical cut released in the UK and Australia.

The Director's Cut HK DVD has been out for months and has:

1. DTS ES
2. Much better cover art
3. English subtitles
4. The same extras as found on Disc 2 here

No worries. For those wondering the HK DVD is:

* NTSC
* Region 3
* DVD-9 Dual Layer

I've just checked in my computer.

Given that Universal are having to almost start again with HD, I wouldn't expect a BD any time soon, not this year anyway.

horrorfan25 wrote: So this 2-disc has three versions of the film? I'm confused.
Yes it has three different cuts. Although the Unrated and USA PG-13 Cut are virtually identical, the later only misses one shot.

In total there are FIVE cuts though -

1. Hong Kong Theatrical Cut
2. Thai Theatrical Cut
3. Western Cut (UK/Australian Theatrical Cuts and USA Unrated DVD Cut)
4. USA PG-13 Theatrical Cut
5. Director's Cut

Click here for more information, including capture comparisons comparing the different cuts:

http://www.therewindforums.co.uk/forums/viewtop...

Nice cover art???

I don' think Jet Li even uses a sword in the film, does he?

Dave Brock wrote: What pond dweller would want to watch the minute shorter censored version of the same cut?
What a waste.

Perhaps there might be, shock horror, some parents who feel the more violent cut is inappropriate for younger children. Offering the PG-13 cut gives them an option. If the other cuts weren't on the disc I you might have a point, but as it is I think you just like moaning for moaning's sake.

Chris Gould wrote:

Perhaps there might be, shock horror, some parents who feel the more violent cut is inappropriate for younger children. Offering the PG-13 cut gives them an option.

Jesus!  So now the mighty Gould is defending censorship because it means films never meant for kids can be shown to kids!?

What utter disgraceful garbage is this you're spouting?!
With that logic censor EVERY film EVER MADE into a kid friendly version, why not?  
F**k art!  F**k original vision...lets all defend censored cinema because it then makes it kiddie friendly!

Why not have a PG-13 "Wild Bunch".
I'm sure Pekinpah wouldn't have minded.
Lets phone John Woo see if he'll cut the s**t out of "The Killer" so DUMB F**K parents can show it to little Billy and Susan.

No one on a film site should EVER defend censorship.  Ever approve of its use or make excuses for it!

And whether uncut versions are on there is not the point...You still don't defend the cutting of a film at all.
And certainly not with the defense that it's groovy to censor films never meant for children's eyes to make them acceptable for children's eyes!

Of course, as always nowadays,  no one else on here will speak up and stand up to such disgraceful postings on what is meant to be a site that loves cinema. But I'm happy still on that high horse of mine.

Quote: there might be some parents who feel the more violent cut is inappropriate for younger children.

Shocking!

And here's a silly idea.  Show the little darlings something else that IS suitable for them and was made for them in the first place!
There are a LOT of films in the world suitable for children and families without censoring other films!
Perhaps these f**king idiots shouldn't breed anyway, let alone start their children's cinematic journey down the fetid road of censored cinema.

Chris Gould wrote: Dave Brock wrote: Jesus!  So now the mighty Gould is defending censorship because it means films never meant for kids can be shown to kids!?

What utter disgraceful garbage is this you're spouting?!
With that logic censor EVERY film EVER MADE into a kid friendly version, why not?  
F**k art!  F**k original vision...lets all defend censored cinema because it then makes it kiddie friendly!

Do you make yourself sound like an elitist prick to wind me up, or does it come naturally? The disc includes the theatrical and director's cuts of the film, so what's wrong with offering the choice of a PG-13 version of the film in addition to these in order to broaden its appeal? Why not offer a version that younger people can enjoy/be allowed to see, as long as the original is preserved? If it engenders of love of different forms of cinema in a younger generation, surely that's a positive thing? It's unfortunate if I've offended your sensibilities as self-appointed 'crusader against movie censorship', but quite frankly I couldn't give a f**k. You're like a broken record Brock.

Can I get an AMEN?

Cinque wrote: Didn't Michelle Yeoh have a role in this, that ended up on the cutting room floor?  I wonder if that's in the Director's Cut....
Yes. Scroll up to my link above where I provide capture comparisons for all the cuts.

Michelle Yeoh's footage has been restored for the DC BUT don't get your hopes up she doesn't fight! It's a rather odd addition to say the least.

Of all the 5 cuts Yeoh is only in the DC.

Dave Brock wrote: What pond dweller would want to watch the minute shorter censored version of the same cut?
It's also worth remembering the PG-13 cut was the one shown in cinemas so it would be short changing the public to not include it on the DVD.

I'd imagine many parents are wary of films with no rating. I would be, you've got no idea how violent/sexual it is at all.

yankeemike81 wrote: Ok now were is the real cut of hero can we get that first?
It's also been out on HK DVD for some time , years in fact.

It's about time Disney released it to UK, USA and Australian DVD though. With their "Quentin Tarantino presents" rubbish if they must.

Well the record will repeat itself Gould.  You shameful prick!

Whether uncut versions are on there is not the point...You still don't defend the cutting of a film at all.

And certainly not with the defense that it's groovy to censor films never meant for children's eyes to make them acceptable for children's eyes!

Of course, as always nowadays,  no one else on here will speak up ( JUST AS I THOUGHT!!!  The worthless f**king c**ts on here)


And here's a silly idea.  
Show the little darlings something else that IS suitable for them and was made for them in the first place!
There are a LOT of films in the world suitable for children and families without censoring other films!

Perhaps these f**king idiots shouldn't breed anyway (like you lot)  let alone start their children's cinematic journey down the fetid road of censored cinema.

Christ this place is full of f**king scum bags.  And the scum bags are getting the s**t releases they deserve.

F**k you.


In better days c**ts like the c**ts on here would have been gassed.

Dave Brock wrote: Well the record will repeat itself Gould.  You shameful prick!

Whether uncut versions are on there is not the point...You still don't defend the cutting of a film at all.

And certainly not with the defense that it's groovy to censor films never meant for children's eyes to make them acceptable for children's eyes!

Of course, as always nowadays,  no one else on here will speak up ( JUST AS I THOUGHT!!!  The worthless f**king c**ts on here)


And here's a silly idea.  
Show the little darlings something else that IS suitable for them and was made for them in the first place!
There are a LOT of films in the world suitable for children and families without censoring other films!

Perhaps these f**king idiots shouldn't breed anyway (like you lot)  let alone start their children's cinematic journey down the fetid road of censored cinema.

Christ this place is full of f**king scum bags.  And the scum bags are getting the s**t releases they deserve.

F**k you.


In better days c**ts like the c**ts on here would have been gassed.

He must be having a bad week.ROFL

I had no idea the censorship of this film of all films was such a heated topic.

I have the Director's Cut & believe anything other version available or soon to be, does not even compare. This film is fantastic & a must have for all.

yankeemike81 wrote: Ok now were is the real cut of hero can we get that first?

Not every movie has to have a Director's Cut, you know.