Kick-Ass (US - DVD R1 | BD RA)
Lionsgate Home Entertainment has announced DVD and Blu-ray releases
Title: Kick-Ass (IMDb)
Starring: Aaron Johnson
Released: 3rd August 2010
SRP: $29.95 (DVD)
Further Details:
Lionsgate Home Entertainment has announced DVD ($29.95) and Blu-ray/DVD Combo ($39.99) releases of Kick-Ass for the 3rd August. Extras on the DVD will include a commentary with director Matthew Vaughn, 2 featurettes ("The Art of KICK-ASS", "It's On! The Comic Book Origin of KICK-ASS"), and a Marketing Archive. The Blu-ray/DVD Combo release will include all of that, along with an Ass-Kicking BonusView Mode, a 4-part A New Kind of Superhero: The Making of KICK-ASS featurette, BD-Live features, and a digital copy of the film. We've attached the official package artwork for each of the releases below:


Quote: Dave Lizewski (Johnson) is an ordinary teenager who goes unnoticed in high school until he takes a chance to "do something" and dons a mask and becomes "Kick-Ass" to fight real-life crime. Bruised and beaten and without any real super powers, he is saved by a father-daughter duo (Cage as "Big Daddy", Moretz as "Hit-Girl") who know all the right moves and have a vendetta against a vicious crime-lord, D'Amico (Strong). After a fiery internet storm of publicity for Kick-Ass, D'Amico wants to meet the masked man, and his son (Mintz-Plasse) dons a costume of his own and becomes "Red Mist" to befriend him and get in his father's good graces.The story comes to a head when D'Amico succeeds in luring the crime-fighters to his home and ass-kicking destruction ensues.
News by Tom Woodward
Starring: Aaron Johnson
Released: 3rd August 2010
SRP: $29.95 (DVD)
Further Details:
Lionsgate Home Entertainment has announced DVD ($29.95) and Blu-ray/DVD Combo ($39.99) releases of Kick-Ass for the 3rd August. Extras on the DVD will include a commentary with director Matthew Vaughn, 2 featurettes ("The Art of KICK-ASS", "It's On! The Comic Book Origin of KICK-ASS"), and a Marketing Archive. The Blu-ray/DVD Combo release will include all of that, along with an Ass-Kicking BonusView Mode, a 4-part A New Kind of Superhero: The Making of KICK-ASS featurette, BD-Live features, and a digital copy of the film. We've attached the official package artwork for each of the releases below:


Synopsis
Quote: Dave Lizewski (Johnson) is an ordinary teenager who goes unnoticed in high school until he takes a chance to "do something" and dons a mask and becomes "Kick-Ass" to fight real-life crime. Bruised and beaten and without any real super powers, he is saved by a father-daughter duo (Cage as "Big Daddy", Moretz as "Hit-Girl") who know all the right moves and have a vendetta against a vicious crime-lord, D'Amico (Strong). After a fiery internet storm of publicity for Kick-Ass, D'Amico wants to meet the masked man, and his son (Mintz-Plasse) dons a costume of his own and becomes "Red Mist" to befriend him and get in his father's good graces.The story comes to a head when D'Amico succeeds in luring the crime-fighters to his home and ass-kicking destruction ensues.
News by Tom Woodward
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Well I just realized this is Lions Gate so chances are the PiP maybe commentary with a PiP with making of video in it like Rambo
Hoping its more along the line of a Maximum Movie Mode than a Rambo PiP w/commentary which I fear it will be seeing as its got a solo commentary just like Rambo did.

One of the best movies of 2010. But it didn't do well at the BOX OFFICE and might not get a well deserve sequel.
... I am also glad that the Director didn't go for PG13 bulls**t to get the most REACH.
This movie KICKS ASRSE!

This movie KICKS ASRSE!
I'll be picking this one up on Blu-Ray for sure.
I actually really hated the Sunshine soundtrack being used in this movie. In Sunshine it brought an even bigger feeling of awe to the scenes it was played in, but here it was just overbearing.
I disagree about the soundtrack. While I've nothing against the individual tracks, taken as a whole it felt like something cobbled together by the kind of person who makes World of Warcraft videos.
this movie F'ing ROCKS SO MUCH ASS!! i've watched it 5 times within a month. i loved it that much. the reusing/remix of John Murphy's SUNSHINE "Adagio in D min" and "In a Heartbeat" from 28 DAYS LATER works perfectly in this movie and this has some of the best action segments i've ever seen. Hit-Girl OWNS all!! i highly recommend this movie.
i have not seen it yet but realy want to will be buying it
Good movie. Fun in places, a little slow in others. An amalgamation of several comic book heroes and colorful posers made this passable movie at best. Sometimes forced yet inventive in places. Plot and story line was a bit tired and overused in my book. Hardly original. Didn't really see why so many people got all hot and bothered over it but who knows. As long as people have fun at the movies, that's all I care about. KA is not going to make into the collection. There wasn't enough there for multiple viewings. The DVD artwork is pretty cool. I'd like to see limited editions featuring each of the characters on seperate DVDs for marketing purposes. I'm sure everyone has their favorite.
Ugly cover. Decent movie but I had to high expactaions. The lead charactr lacked charm and the movie moved along in a forced matter. Cages West voice was the best thing about it, together with some nice visuals.
The young girl stole the movie, while the male lead (aaron johnson) felt more or less in the way.
Good stuff, especially the last 20 minutes.
Good stuff, especially the last 20 minutes.
Gabe Powers wrote: Ebert's review is not a surprise. Ebert is one of the best and most important film critics of all time, but he also has knee-jerk reactions to 'offensive' subject matter, in the way many older liberals seem to think that the masses will always react incorrectly. He's famous for tirades against slasher films in the '80s, and gave Fight Club a negative review because he was afraid the film would lead to copy cat crimes. The movies that last he usually turns around on eventually. I can't say Kick-Ass will last, but he's expressed some regret in his reactions to Night of the Living Dead over the years.
Very true. Other examples that come to mind are Blue Velvet and Clockwork Orange.
Very true. Other examples that come to mind are Blue Velvet and Clockwork Orange.
Ebert's review is not a surprise. Ebert is one of the best and most important film critics of all time, but he also has knee-jerk reactions to 'offensive' subject matter, in the way many older liberals seem to think that the masses will always react incorrectly. He's famous for tirades against slasher films in the '80s, and gave Fight Club a negative review because he was afraid the film would lead to copy cat crimes. The movies that last he usually turns around on eventually. I can't say Kick-Ass will last, but he's expressed some regret in his reactions to Night of the Living Dead over the years.
I actually regret not seeing this movie again on the big screen. Stupid movie ticket prices.
horrorfan25 wrote: moviewizguy wrote: I don't like the cover but this is my second favorite film of the year.
This is my favorite movie of the year, but just out of curiousity moviewizguy, what's your first?
It's a little movie called How to Train Your Dragon. Seriously, it's a fantastic movie.
This is my favorite movie of the year, but just out of curiousity moviewizguy, what's your first?
It's a little movie called How to Train Your Dragon. Seriously, it's a fantastic movie.
One of the best movies this year!
This movie was the first I reviewed for my friend's website (http://therogersrevue.wordpress.com/2010/04/16/...) and I wound up seeing it twice more in theaters after that first press screening. Can't wait for this one on Blu-Ray! Also, director Matthew Vaughn has already said there will be an extended director's cut coming to video soon...
hogaburger wrote: Nice review, and your response to Ebert mirrors my thoughts in a better way than I could've conveyed them.
Thanks.
Thanks.
does anyone have any information on a possible unrated directors cut to be released at a later time???
This movie looked insanely funny to me, but I still slept on in it, when it was out in the theater. I'll pick up the Blu-ray for sure....
Saw it three times in the cinema and it still mesmerized me beyond belief. Favourite film of 2010 by far. Also, one of the best cinematic experiences i've ever had.
Ugh... they're still persisting with these combo Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy sets. Was a simple 2-disc Blu-ray too much to ask for?
Guess I'll wait for the eventual 'unrated' version. You know there'll be one.
Guess I'll wait for the eventual 'unrated' version. You know there'll be one.

OMG, it's a bloody movie!
But it's fun so sue me.
But it's fun so sue me.
I know but then again it is mostly teenagers playing the roles and McLovin is ok but I have no idea who the other people are except for Nicolas Cage.
I will rent it but I doubt it will be something I would watch for repeat viewing.
I will rent it but I doubt it will be something I would watch for repeat viewing.
pingas wrote: Actually, I like this cover. The messy paint marks aren't too distracting. They look like they resemble blood and Big Daddy looks like he has tears, which is appropriate. Or maybe the marks were done just to show the comic styling. The cover also brings out the dark tone of the film and it immediately tells parents it isn't for kids.
I'm not interested in buying this film, but I think it's really good.
Review: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1250777/usercomment...
Response to Ebert's review: http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/your-movie-suck...
Nice review, and your response to Ebert mirrors my thoughts in a better way than I could've conveyed them.
I'm not interested in buying this film, but I think it's really good.
Review: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1250777/usercomment...
Response to Ebert's review: http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/your-movie-suck...
Nice review, and your response to Ebert mirrors my thoughts in a better way than I could've conveyed them.
Yes a PiP on Kick-Ass! I will be buying this day 1 as its easily the best film I've seen so far this year.
Actually, I like this cover. The messy paint marks aren't too distracting. They look like they resemble blood and Big Daddy looks like he has tears, which is appropriate. Or maybe the marks were done just to show the comic styling. The cover also brings out the dark tone of the film and it immediately tells parents it isn't for kids.
I'm not interested in buying this film, but I think it's really good.
Review: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1250777/usercomment...
Response to Ebert's review: http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/your-movie-suck...
I'm not interested in buying this film, but I think it's really good.
Review: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1250777/usercomment...
Response to Ebert's review: http://blogs.suntimes.com/ebert/your-movie-suck...
I'll add to the choir... my favorite film of the year so far. Too many films this year are taking themselves so seriously, movies are supposed to be fun and over-the-top! Will definitely be buying the Bluray!
This movie rocked! I dont mind the box art either. Will be buying.
Jersey Jedi wrote: Gabe Powers wrote: I'm happy to see all the positive responses in this thread. Kickass was flawed, but overall a really great experience.
I agree to a certain extent, although I felt the flaws took away too much from the overall flick to call it "great". Very good feels about right for me.
I honestly think that my expectations for it were just too damn high to satisfy. Especially since I went in comparing it to Scott Pilgrim, which was fresh in my mind. I think it'll play much better at home.
Especially Roger Ebert. What a pansy. He hated the movie because violence by an 11-year-old was "sickening" and the fact that she swears makes him considered.
I agree to a certain extent, although I felt the flaws took away too much from the overall flick to call it "great". Very good feels about right for me.
I honestly think that my expectations for it were just too damn high to satisfy. Especially since I went in comparing it to Scott Pilgrim, which was fresh in my mind. I think it'll play much better at home.
Especially Roger Ebert. What a pansy. He hated the movie because violence by an 11-year-old was "sickening" and the fact that she swears makes him considered.
LOve the movie- hate the cover.
I wouldn't say this movie was great. It wasn't terrible either. It was just a good movie. Got my money worth out of it for sure. Just wasn't entirely blown away. (I probably had high expectations)
I would really love to see a Big Daddy & Hit-Girl movie that's for sure. Sign me up!
I would really love to see a Big Daddy & Hit-Girl movie that's for sure. Sign me up!
7958NHZY wrote: Almost every major critic slammed it so I am not sure this is a good movie. The only critic that matters is yourself. Don't let the opinions of others stop you from watching something you are interested or change your own opinion. Unless the argument is valid of course.
Yes best movie of the year. Can't wait to pick this up. I know it doesn't have the extended edition like most were hoping but the movie still "kicks ass" itself. The cover art isn't the best choice but I've seen far worse cover art so I'm not complaining.
Gabe Powers wrote: I'm happy to see all the positive responses in this thread. Kickass was flawed, but overall a really great experience.
I agree to a certain extent, although I felt the flaws took away too much from the overall flick to call it "great". Very good feels about right for me.
I honestly think that my expectations for it were just too damn high to satisfy. Especially since I went in comparing it to Scott Pilgrim, which was fresh in my mind. I think it'll play much better at home.
I agree to a certain extent, although I felt the flaws took away too much from the overall flick to call it "great". Very good feels about right for me.
I honestly think that my expectations for it were just too damn high to satisfy. Especially since I went in comparing it to Scott Pilgrim, which was fresh in my mind. I think it'll play much better at home.
Man those covers are pretty damn ugly. gonna be on the lookout for some exclusive cover.
I'm happy to see all the positive responses in this thread. Kickass was flawed, but overall a really great experience.
This year, it's the only movie that I actually wanted to talk about the next day. Definite purchase.
Nice not the best Artwork though.
7958NHZY wrote: Almost every major critic slammed it so I am not sure this is a good movie.
Almost every major critic is past their 50's and would feel irresponsible recommending a movie that is this morally reprehensible. Try watching it for yourself.
Almost every major critic is past their 50's and would feel irresponsible recommending a movie that is this morally reprehensible. Try watching it for yourself.
Wow all the comments seem to be positive, thats rare.
I really enjoyed Kick-Ass in my local cinema, I had a nagging toothache but it definitely helped ease my pain. It was great to see Nicholas Cage back to his best, Aaron Johnson was fantastic and of course Chloe Grace Moretz stole the show as Hit Girl. Definitely will buy this at some point, certainly has to be one of the best comic book movies of recent time.
I really enjoyed Kick-Ass in my local cinema, I had a nagging toothache but it definitely helped ease my pain. It was great to see Nicholas Cage back to his best, Aaron Johnson was fantastic and of course Chloe Grace Moretz stole the show as Hit Girl. Definitely will buy this at some point, certainly has to be one of the best comic book movies of recent time.
moviewizguy wrote: I don't like the cover but this is my second favorite film of the year.
This is my favorite movie of the year, but just out of curiousity moviewizguy, what's your first?
This is my favorite movie of the year, but just out of curiousity moviewizguy, what's your first?
Funny movie. I somehow expected an 'unrated'DVD with more stuff. Ah well, I'll get it though.
Almost every major critic slammed it so I am not sure this is a good movie.
Cover is pretty damn awful, but this is definitely my favorite movie of the year so far.
Easily the best film of the year thus far!!! Loved the violence that was so over the top that you couldn't help but laugh at it. Hit Girl is my hero. Definitely will be picking this up. Bring on the sequel.
I don't like the cover but this is my second favorite film of the year.
OMG! THANK YOU! I missed this when it was in theaters. I really wanted to see it. Will give it a rent.
Very awesome movie. Hit Girl is the best character in film, in perhaps the past ten years. Will be buying this, on day one, if for no other reason to revisit that character. There's nothing like a 12-year-old girl, massacring people, Uma Thurman style.
Not digging the art at all. I didn't care much for the paint of the posters, but at least those looked decent. This just looks messy (unintentionally so).
lee09 wrote: Funnest on-movie experience of 2010 IMO
I agree!! I saw it twice - once on opening weekend and then the following week when I made my friend go. He loved it.
Loved Nicholas Cage's Adam West Batman impersonation. It was hilarious!
I agree!! I saw it twice - once on opening weekend and then the following week when I made my friend go. He loved it.
Loved Nicholas Cage's Adam West Batman impersonation. It was hilarious!
Best movie of the year so far for me. Saw it last week and planning on seeing it at least once more (in theatres, that is). Come to think of it, with this and Bad Lieutenant, Nicolas Cage might have just had the best double bill of his career.
Saw it 4 times and could go a 5th right now. Will buy.
One of my favourite movies of the year so far. I'll be getting this one for sure.
Great news, can't wait to buy the blu-ray!
my favorite movie of 2010 so far. Saw it three times in theaters. It also comes out on my birthday

Funnest on-movie experience of 2010 IMO
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