- Format: Box set, PAL
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 4
- Classification: 18
- Studio: Lionsgate
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B0013I22HW
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 39,472 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
See Saw,
By Knighty Knight (Worcs UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Saw Quadrilogy [DVD] (DVD)
Claustrophobic, disturbing and uncomfortable these words adequately describe Saw. As a terminal cancer patient John "Jigsaw" Kramer subjects people who he sees as unappreciative of life, of dubious morality or to just teach a lesson; to tests in the form of a deadly game. Torturous devices are attached to their body and "Billy" the puppet gives instructions of how to get out of their situation. From drug addicts, to photographers and even a rapist are subjected to these macabre devices
Saw does induce questions of morality, especially the scene in Saw IV involving the proprietor of a hotel who is exposed as a rapist who videotapes his exploits. Does this man deserve to live or does he deserve a punishment that is as depraved as his act? The choice of himself gouging his eyes out in order to live, thus taking away his prime ability to gain pleasure from his acts or having his limbs severed when time runs out is a prime example of Jigsaw as a moral force in all the films. These life or death choices are frequently extremely uncomfortable and psychologically does induce the thoughts that one could never perform the act needed to save oneself. Saw II incorporates the theme of danger of revenge intertwined with the same dubious morality of the framing of people by Detective Matthews. Should the other prisoners in the house find out that his son is amongst them, what would happen? Although he is to be led out by former addict Amanda who is now Jigsaws apprentice. The Saw films are convoluted and at times a little difficult to follow, as each film reveals more about Jigsaw and his life before his cancer diagnosis. It sheds light on the many factors that led him to become disillusioned with life and society and does build up empathy for him. But Friday the 13th this is not, and each sequel adds to the original, and at all times remains fresh with the sense of a continuous nightmare. Although the amount of planning needed for each scheme seems to be rather implausible for one man to orchestrate, that is in some way answered with the revelation of jigsaw having more accomplices, why Amanda is such is clear, although at the end of Saw IV with a second person thrown in the mix, it does raise questions, however if the four films to date answered all remaining questions at the start of each new one, then it will follow that Saw V will tie this up. It is horrific, intriguing, and beautifully put together. If you can get passed the gore, of which there is an abundance then the Saw films are as good as any top rate psychological thriller (Seven anyone?) but they also the greatest horror franchise of the last ten years at least and without a doubt the best written. Saw compels the audience to watch the next instalment, more than any other series of horror movies. For continued quality throughout sequels only Romeros "Dead" movies supass Saw.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Classic Along With Three Fairly Average Sequels,
By David Rush "I've killed a Hell of a lot of pe... (Glasgow, Scotland) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE)
This review is from: Saw Quadrilogy - Limited Edition Jigsaw Special Packaging [2004] [DVD] (DVD)
First of all, if you are a Saw fan in general, then this is definitely the box set for you. It features all four films - however, this purchase will prove redundant given that a fifth film is already in production - from the series along with a lot of special features, all in an attractive and fitting box.
The first film is undoubtedly a horror classic. When it was first released in 2004, it caused shockwaves throughout the film industry for its visceral, horrendous and terrifying realism and terror. The twists and turns of the story were enough to confuse anyone and the final shot remains amazingly shocking and completely horrifying. The second film, which expands on the number of people involved in Jigsaw's - the killer, for all you newbies - games, does not perform as well as its predecessor. Its still a good film and has a lot of different shocks as well as some truly revolting moments that will turn your stomach. Ultimately, however, it is the lesser film but will still satisfy any gore hounds or any Saw fan. The third film is even less satisfying than the second. The plot revolves around Jigsaw, who is dying, and his apprentice, Amanda, employing various nasty techniques to make other people keep him alive. However, those of us who have seen the first film will know that Jigsaw - when his identity is revealed - is shown to have been dying since then. Therefore, it is a little hard to believe that he would have lasted for a further two films, given that they are supposed to take place some time apart. However, again, gore hounds will be satisfied - there are some very interesting death scenes and the special effects are great, as usual - and if you're a completist, you'll need to have this in your collection. The fourth film, which takes place after Jigsaw's death and also that of his apprentice, features various characters from the previous films - with the focus being on the surviving detectives - and revolves around a puzzle that Jigsaw has left in death. Two agents arrive to work out the clues, but when Rigg, another officer who appeared in previous installments is kidnapped, the pair must work together to discover the truth behind this latest deadly game. Despite my reservations about purchasing this just yet, as it will probably be re-released later when the next film has arrived on DVD, this box set will satisfy anyone who loves the Saw series, any horror fan or any gore hound out there. This is great value for money considering that there are four films in the set! A great box set!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not for the faint...,
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This review is from: Saw Quadrilogy - Limited Edition Jigsaw Special Packaging [2004] [DVD] (DVD)
This box set is an excellent buy for anyone who has seen and enjoyed the saw films, or like me, had seen the first three, but not the fourth and didn't own any of them.
They are all very well written and produced, each sharing its own twisting plot involving the charactors; which often refers to the previous installments in the sequels. This makes it essential really that you need to see them from the beginning to get the full gist of what's going on and truly get the most out of the storyline. There's not much to say about the plot without giving too much away. The main character has a terminal illness and decides to spend the rest of his days testing the will of other humans; needless to say this involves a series of disturbing obstacles that his subjects must overcome, often forcing them to part with limbs or mutilate themselves in some way in order to survive/stay alive. Although some bits are hard to watch, you have to admire the way everything is thought out and how it all comes together. It is not a horror film, but more like a psychological thriller in the way that it makes you think more than it will scare you. Not once is it particularly scary. Disturbing to some maybe, but not scary. So all in all, I gave it 5 stars, although I would have given them each individually somewhere between 4 and 5; but altogether they are well worth the 5 stars and the money I paid for them. Buy it if you watched and liked the rather feeble 'Hostel' and you can stand consistant and copious amounts of gore, or if you simply watched one or read about one and fancy seeing them all.
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