I Saw the Devil (2010) - Page 12 - Blu-ray Forum

CaptYamato · 05-12-2011, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by eiknarf

Ahhh, is that true? The Director himself prefers the version on the US blu-ray... and he edited on his own without provocation?

Makes sense that the US version with "more violence" is more suited to the Directors vision than the Korean version with "less violence" even though it still includes the "sex scene".

Is the movie more about "violence" or more about "sex'? Which is more important to the story?

Yes, Kim said he didn't like how the "sex" scene messed with the pace and cut it out. Also, made it more violent because the Korean film censors made him cut out/change some of the more violent scenes.

ShaRayz · 05-12-2011, 06:37 AM

where in canada can I get this bluray? looks like best buy/future shop and even hmv dont have it.

MitsuMarky · 05-12-2011, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ShaRayz

where in canada can I get this bluray? looks like best buy/future shop and even hmv dont have it.

Amazon.ca, but their OOS atm

mpstjohn · 05-12-2011, 03:29 PM

Can't find this for rent anywhere. Is it worth a blind buy?

dullboy · 05-12-2011, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Philly Q

The differences between the two are extensively detailed in a couple of threads on this forum, but that 3 minutes is mainly due to a sex scene which does indeed (I believe) appear in the deleted scenes on the US disc.

Yes, the sex scene is in the deleted scene section of the US disc in letterboxed standard-def, however it is a different edit than what was in the Korean version of the film. Seems longer to me, but yet somehow not as explicit.

Kakihara · 05-12-2011, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dullboy

Yes, the sex scene is in the deleted scene section of the US disc in letterboxed standard-def, however it is a different edit than what was in the Korean version of the film. Seems longer to me, but yet somehow not as explicit.

This is a first. I'm still waiting for Amazon to send me my copy but I have seen the Korean version so I do know of the sex scene. That said, others I know who already have the US BD and have seen the deleted scene in question have said that it's a rough cut of the finished sex scene but that it is virtually identical in terms of explicitness to the Korean version. Care to elaborate on how it's "not as explicit" in your view?

Exist2Inspire · 05-12-2011, 11:59 PM

Just a note to the Canadian guys: The Canadian Blu-Ray will be released on June 7th. Maple Studio's is releasing it here, and I sent them an e-mail about whats with the delay.

dullboy · 05-13-2011, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Kakihara

This is a first. I'm still waiting for Amazon to send me my copy but I have seen the Korean version so I do know of the sex scene. That said, others I know who already have the US BD and have seen the deleted scene in question have said that it's a rough cut of the finished sex scene but that it is virtually identical in terms of explicitness to the Korean version. Care to elaborate on how it's "not as explicit" in your view?

It's really a matter of tone, but here's what made me think the deleted scene version on the US disc was less explict:

[Show spoiler]

Todd_Gaines · 05-13-2011, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by mpstjohn

Can't find this for rent anywhere. Is it worth a blind buy?

based on what I saw from your collection of BD's I would think this is right up your alley. I loved this film. I can't remember a movie that I was so hyped up about and the film actually lives up to the hype and more.

jayfaxva · 05-13-2011, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by mpstjohn

Can't find this for rent anywhere. Is it worth a blind buy?

Yes, buy it.

MitsuMarky · 05-13-2011, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Exist2Inspire

Just a note to the Canadian guys: The Canadian Blu-Ray will be released on June 7th. Maple Studio's is releasing it here, and I sent them an e-mail about whats with the delay.

The "Uncut" version will be released on June 7th. The "Unrated" version is already out here in Canada.

Philly Q · 05-13-2011, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by PR0BLEMZ

The "Uncut" version will be released on June 7th. The "Unrated" version is already out here in Canada.

Oh god, I suppose somebody has to ask:

We've done the "Korean" vs "International" version debate....

Now what in the name of all that's holy are the "Uncut" and "Unrated" versions? Or is the "Uncut" version just Maple Pictures' edition of the "Unrated" USA disc?

nekromantik · 05-13-2011, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Philly Q

Oh god, I suppose somebody has to ask:

We've done the "Korean" vs "International" version debate....

Now what in the name of all that's holy are the "Uncut" and "Unrated" versions? Or is the "Uncut" version just Maple Pictures' edition of the "Unrated" USA disc?

I think its Unrated Canada = Unrated US and Uncut Canada = Korean Cut

Exist2Inspire · 05-13-2011, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by nekromantik

I think its Unrated Canada = Unrated US and Uncut Canada = Korean Cut

There is only one version coming out in Canada and it's called Uncut. It will be the same as the US version.

Philly Q · 05-13-2011, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Exist2Inspire

There is only one version coming out in Canada and it's called Uncut. It will be the same as the US version.

Yeah, I think you're right. Maple Pictures only have one version listed on their website (the "Uncut" version). Specs say 142 minutes, and it looks like it has the same extras as the US disc.

eiknarf · 05-13-2011, 04:28 PM

I just did the one thing I swore I'd never do: I just blind-bought a Blu-ray.

I ordered I SAW THE DEVIL today.

Last time I did a blind buy was with The Disappearance of Alice Creed on Blu. That was an OK movie, making it an OK blind buy.

So I hope I Saw The Devil surpasses Alice Creed in terms of a proud title to have in my collection.

Zen_Amako · 05-13-2011, 04:56 PM

This was a blind buy for me as well, but I enjoyed the director's previous films (A Tale of Two Sisters, A Bittersweet Life, and The Good, the Bad, the Weird) and the two stars have yet to disappoint.

After watching it, I thought it was a worthy purchase. The only thing that I thought took away from it a bit was that the story wasn't too original. At this point, we've seen quite a few Korean revenge flicks and they're starting to feel a little too similar. Aside from that, this is a very entertaining film if you can stomach the violence.

eiknarf · 05-13-2011, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Zen_Amako

This was a blind buy for me as well, but I enjoyed the director's previous films (A Tale of Two Sisters, A Bittersweet Life, and The Good, the Bad, the Weird) and the two stars have yet to disappoint.

After watching it, I thought it was a worthy purchase. The only thing that I thought took away from it a bit was that the story wasn't too original. At this point, we've seen quite a few Korean revenge flicks and they're starting to feel a little too similar. Aside from that, this is a very entertaining film if you can stomach the violence.

Actually, I'm glad you wrote that, because I havent seen any Korean revenge flicks. So it's kinda NEW to me. And even if I have seen "Korean Revenge Flicks", is I Saw The Devil one of the best ones?

I mean, I saw Oldboy and liked it. Is that a "revenge flick"? I know it's Korean.

I saw and liked Battle Royale. That's Japanese, but I guess not a "revenge flick"

I liked "Three Extremes" - especially the "Box" and "Cut" stories

I like "2046", but that's a trippy Chinese flick

2colorCrayon · 05-13-2011, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by eiknarf

Actually, I'm glad you wrote that, because I havent seen any Korean revenge flicks. So it's kinda NEW to me. And even if I have seen "Korean Revenge Flicks", is I Saw The Devil one of the best ones?

I mean, I saw Oldboy and liked it. Is that a "revenge flick"? I know it's Korean.

I saw and liked Battle Royale. That's Japanese, but I guess not a "revenge flick"

I liked "Three Extremes" - especially the "Box" and "Cut" stories

I like "2046", but that's a trippy Chinese flick

I consider myself a pretty big fan of Korean cinema. I've seen them all, just about. In regards to the revenge film anyways. I can easily say this is the best one and the most emotionally profound of them all. It's as gritty as it is stylistic, in ways. It's just a god damn awesome movie

500_Days_of_Night · 05-13-2011, 05:34 PM

Blind bought this as well after seeing all the praise for it on here. Can't wait to watch it tonight!

05-12-2011, 06:37 AM	#222
ShaRayz Active Member Member since:Nov 2010 Location:Toronto/GTA Blu-ray collection:356 Blu-ray reviews:2	where in canada can I get this bluray? looks like best buy/future shop and even hmv dont have it.

05-12-2011, 03:29 PM	#224
mpstjohn Blu-ray Guru Member since:Apr 2008 Location:Virginia Beach, VA Home Theater Gallery:30 4K collection:10 Blu-ray collection:464 DVD collection:225 Digital collection:273 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:33	Can't find this for rent anywhere. Is it worth a blind buy?

05-12-2011, 11:59 PM	#227
Exist2Inspire Special Member Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Home Theater Gallery:18 4K collection:260 Blu-ray collection:1539 DVD collection:459 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:6	Just a note to the Canadian guys: The Canadian Blu-Ray will be released on June 7th. Maple Studio's is releasing it here, and I sent them an e-mail about whats with the delay.

05-13-2011, 04:28 PM	#236
eiknarf Blu-ray Baron Member since:Feb 2011 Location:New York Blu-ray collection:393 DVD collection:10 Trading Score:2	I just did the one thing I swore I'd never do: I just blind-bought a Blu-ray. I ordered I SAW THE DEVIL today. Last time I did a blind buy was with The Disappearance of Alice Creed on Blu. That was an OK movie, making it an OK blind buy. So I hope I Saw The Devil surpasses Alice Creed in terms of a proud title to have in my collection.

05-13-2011, 04:56 PM	#237
Zen_Amako Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Northern VA, USA 4K collection:261 Blu-ray collection:669 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Trading Score:13	This was a blind buy for me as well, but I enjoyed the director's previous films (A Tale of Two Sisters, A Bittersweet Life, and The Good, the Bad, the Weird) and the two stars have yet to disappoint. After watching it, I thought it was a worthy purchase. The only thing that I thought took away from it a bit was that the story wasn't too original. At this point, we've seen quite a few Korean revenge flicks and they're starting to feel a little too similar. Aside from that, this is a very entertaining film if you can stomach the violence.

05-13-2011, 05:34 PM	#240
500_Days_of_Night Senior Member Member since:Mar 2010 Location:E-town 4K collection:152 Blu-ray collection:324 Trading Score:2	Blind bought this as well after seeing all the praise for it on here. Can't wait to watch it tonight!

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