Getting Any?

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Summary: A very funny film
Review: I've been waiting for this Kitano film to be released in region 1 for a long time. Finally it has happaned. I must say this movie is a lot different from his other, more violence oriented films, but it's a comedy so it should be. The film holds up very well, even after watching it a few times. There are so many subtle jokes that only reveal themselves after repeated viewings. It is very important for me that any film that I purchase on dvd will remain watchable even after a few viewings, and Getting Any? certainly meets that standard.
DVD content: besides the film, which has a very prestine anamorphic transfer, there is an alternate ending, a very extensive director's bio, and the usual stuff [trailer, production notes, filmography, etc.].
If you like comedies, done in the same spirit as the funnier Peter Seller movies, like the Pink Panther series and the Party, you should definitely get this one, it won't disappoint. For Kitano fans this dvd is a must purchase, because it really shows his funny side. Highly recommended, and thank you 21st Century DreamQuest Films for releasing this funny film on dvd.

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Summary: Weird yet funny Kitano comedy
Review: Kitano's approach to comedy is quite twisted, yet it works well for most parts of this movie. Although, certain scenes could've been shorter. However, there are so many little subtle jokes planted all over the film, and I'm not talking about jokes that only the Japanese audience would understand or appreciate.
It seems to me that Kitano was greatly influenced by the Monty Python series as this movie definitely resembles the structure of that show, but that's not a bad thing. So if you want to see Kitano's comic interpretation on Japanese pop culture and society don't miss this weird comedy.

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Summary: Thank you DreamQuest Films
Review: Most of the reviewers have already praised this rare Kitano comedy, so I don't really see a reason repeating them. I just want to say that this is a really funny movie, well worth the money I paid for it, and yes, it definitely stands well after repeated viewings. I bought my DVD through Amazon Marketplace, directly through the manufacturer. What a deal! Thank you DreamQuest Films for releasing this rare film on R1 DVD.
Kitano fans should really support these small studios that dare to release less known titles from our favourite director. Now what about releasing DOLLS on DVD? I hope that film will be available on Amazon soon.

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Summary: min'na yatteruka
Review: Takeshi Kitano is my favorite Japanese director and actor so I was very pleased to hear that this film was going to be released. After watching it I definately was not disappointed. The story follows the mishaps of 35 year old Asao who only has one goal in life: to have intercourse in a car. He begins his adventure simply enough by buying a car. However,the car is a cheap, tiny blue thing that causes him more trouble than it actually helps him. He then turns to a convertable which proves to be a pure lemon. He goes on to attempt to rob banks, armor cars, beat up old men, act in movies, join the yakuza, and undergo scientific experiences to attain his goal. This is a fun film that has many laugh out loud scenes. The only problem I have with it is that it ran for a bit long. Fun stuff. One knowledgeable of Japanese cinema and popular culture will sure get a hoot out of it. But for the first Kitano film, I would reccommmend _Kikujiro_ instead

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Summary: The funny side of Kitano
Review: Though it cannot be listed amongst Kitano's best work, Getting Any is still a lot of fun to watch. It really shows the other side of Takeshi Kitano, and what he used to do when he was doing stand-up comedy. This film cannot [or shouldn't] really be compared to Kitano's other work, since it's theme is so radically different. Getting Any belongs to a different category, and it should be treated accordingly. As a comedy it stands alone among Kitano's other films, yet elements of his comic style can be found in all of those other films as well. Many people compare this movie to Monty Python films, and I think they are quite right; and just like the Monty Python films Getting Any requires multiple viewings to get all the subtle jokes. That also means that one can watch this movie several times and not get tired of its humor. The yakuza sequences are especially priceless [you can watch them over and over again]. This film will certainly entertain both the hardcore Kitano fans and the casual viewers as well.

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Summary: Pure Kitano fun.
Review: What a hilarious movie, made in the Monty Pythonesque style. Some may find it strange, no doubt because they lack even a minimal knowledge about Japanese pop culture, which this film is ridiculing. As the film progresses each sequence gets more and more hilarious, and stranger, yet this allows the film to retain its forward momentum throughout its 108 minutes running time. Not only that but this film makes a great show when you have your friends over. It is almost always guaranteed to provide a great conversation afterwords.
If you call yourself a Kitano fan you wouldn't want to miss this unique comedy gem, and if you're a fan of asian cinema, give this film a try, you won't be dissappointed. Very highly recommended.