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Brand New & Factory Sealed in a SLIM case. Region 2 PAL (UK & Europe). IMPORTANT: This is the official Czech release. The front cover is exactly as pictured and the back cover has Czech text. The film itself has optional Czech subtitles on/off. ORIGINAL ENGLISH SOUNDTRACK - GUARANTEED > > > > > Acclaimed filmmaker Jim Jarmusch (Ghost Dog, Coffee & Cigarettes, Broken Flowers) delivers a stylish and sexy new thriller about a mysterious loner (Isaach De Bankolé) who arrives in Spain on a dangerous mission shrouded in secrecy. With instructions to meet various strangers, he knows he can trust no-one if he is to stay one step ahead of the law... Featuring an all-star international cast that includes Gael Garcia Bernal, John Hurt, Tilda Swinton and Bill Murray, "The Limits Of Control" is a stunning journey in an exotic Spanish landscape simmering with heat and suspense...
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By Tetsuo
Format:DVD
I'm a huge fan of Jim Jarmusch and I think this is an exceptional film. It is a tranquil and atmospheric work of art where the story is revealed by understanding the personalities and intentions of the characters. The film is more about a mans interaction with these characters and his journey towards the completion of his mission. As is shown by the reviews here, it is not to everyones taste but if you're a fan of Jim Jarmusch fims and enjoyed the ambient flow of his earlier work, specifically Dead Man, then it is definitely worth a try even if it's just for the masterful cinematography that this fim utilizes.
10 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By A.D.M.
Format:DVD
This has to be the most stylish and impeccably shot film I have had the pleasure of watching, so much care and attention has been lavished on every scene. It feels like a classic movie from another generation in this sense. However, Jarmusch the artist has triumphed over Jarmusch the story teller, which is a shame. Jarmusch has proven in the past that he can tell a wonderful story, but here, the abstract nature takes over. There are threads that tie together, but it is left to the viewer to do all the work, and I am not entirely sure if it is worth it. The visual and aural style lead to a dream like world, and this is hinted at a few times through the film, things do not apppear rooted in reality. Overall, this is a stunning bit of film making, but it is perhaps not the film I was hoping to see.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Scott
Format:DVD
Im just glad that I wasnt told anything hinting towards what this film was about before watching-that would've spoilt the film completely for me (amazon doesnt help with its 'man on a dangerous mission' description). Many in the press no doubt were, which arguably to some extent wouldnt have helped their conflicting or mediocre reviews (its either a great 'arty' film with its own individual style, or a slow pointless journey, especially if you have little patience). Both of these comments are arguably true, but personally I didnt find this film slow, despite its 2 hour duration. You should eventually be able to understand its pace and overall mood. What some may argue about however is with the films finale - the movie retains the same style, as it should, but its storyline relating to individual characters does not become much more descriptive, so many may still walk out after watching this thinking "what was that about?", or "who was xxxx". Arguably the movie may have benefited by either doing so, or by speeding up/increasing a great deal in suspense before its final end, but even without this, it still stands out as something different. Many will no doubt argue on the opposite side saying all these unanswered questions leave you with a movie with far more depth. Worth a watch, but because its one of those minimalistic art films that not everyone will enjoy, perhaps not a purchase for the majority, especially not if you are expecting all out action after reading the description, but it still stands out as a result-especially when comparing to alot of the drivel that comes out of the cinema today ;)
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1.0 out of 5 stars
Stretched MY Limit of Control ! Truly AWFUL !
I won't bore you with a tedious, pretentious, essay-like monologue regarding this dreadful waste of time. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Bubbles
5.0 out of 5 stars
A masterpiece.
Jarmusch refines his cinematic form. Only the essential, the deep traces of his code and credo, encapsulating in this "ouvre" his depurated filmic writing. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Lumberton
2.0 out of 5 stars
artsy fartsy
DONT BOTHER WITH THIS BORING STRETCH OF RUBBISH ABOUT A MAN SENT ON A MISSION,BECAUSE YOU MAY AS WELL BE ON THE MISSION WITH HIM.BORING BORING BORING
Published 22 months ago by V. Pykett
4.0 out of 5 stars
The limits of control
as soon as I purchase the DVD the seller keep in touch, Ive received the film in the same week of purchase and I didnt have any major problems. Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2010 by safilma
1.0 out of 5 stars
A Strong Contender for Turkey of the Decade Award
5 stars from the Financial Times and "A star -strewn Antonioni-Esque Bond Momovie ... Dazzling" from Time Out. Read more
Published on 17 Oct 2010 by PCM
3.0 out of 5 stars
hmm
I don't know what I was expecting but for me this film didn't quite deliver it. However, it is one of those films that kind of sucks you into its world.
Published on 20 Aug 2010 by Mr. Sp Gedney
2.0 out of 5 stars
The limits of my patience
This is a very tedious movie, nothing happens and the end is equally non eventful. The cinematography is the only thing that I enjoyed which kept me watching. Read more
Published on 28 July 2010 by C. J. P
1.0 out of 5 stars
Mind Bendingly Boring...
Just awful. Really.
But wait!! This movie has Tilda Swinton, Bill Murray and John Hurt in it! What could there possibly be not to like?? Read more
But wait!! This movie has Tilda Swinton, Bill Murray and John Hurt in it! What could there possibly be not to like?? Read more
Published on 18 July 2010 by A reviewer
4.0 out of 5 stars
enigmas of desire
The clues are there right from the get go, before the film begins we are told that this is a film brought to us by `Pointblank' films. Read more
Published on 17 May 2010 by Alan Fair
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