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Tank Girl [DVD] [1995]

DVD ~ Lori Petty
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Lori Petty, Ice-T, Naomi Watts, Don Harvey, Jeff Kober
  • Directors: Rachel Talalay
  • Format: Anamorphic, Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English
  • Subtitles: Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: MGM Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 25 Jun 2001
  • Run Time: 99 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005J9PB
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 6,252 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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In Tank Girl, director Rachel Talalay's aggressively hip adaptation of the cult comic book, it is 2033 and the earth has been clobbered by a comet; civilization has been destroyed, and it hasn't rained in 11 years. Nearly all the water on the planet is controlled by the evil Water and Power Company, which is in turn controlled by the even more evil Kesslee (Malcolm McDowell). Who stands in the way? Mysterious mutants called the Rippers and, of course, Tank Girl. Lori Petty plays the eponymous, wisecracking, defiant heart of the movie as kind of an inner child gone wild. Unfortunately Petty can't quite carry a movie on her own--her zingers frequently fall flat and she seems to be continually worried that we still like her. Luckily there's Naomi Watts as Jet Girl to save the day: smart, shy and inherently way more appealing than Tank Girl. For all it lacks, Tank Girl is visually an eye-popper, worth watching for the insane set and costume designs alone. --Ali Davis, Amazon.com

Special Features

2.35 Wide Screen
16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
DVD 9
French\German\Italian\Spanish
English\German
English
Region 2
Dolby Digital 5.1 English French German Italian Spanish
Dolby Digital 5.1
Original Theatrical Trailer
Interactive Menu
Chapter Selection
Danish\Dutch\English\French\German\Italian\Norwegian\Spanish\Swedish
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Much maligned but not that bad really!, 8 Jan 2001
This review is from: Tank Girl [VHS] [1995] (VHS Tape)
When it came out, and ever since, it seems that the film Tank Girl has been universally slated. I feel that this is somewhat harsh. Certainly, if you compare the film with the comics that inspired it (which I have read by the way) then you can definately see a difference between the original and Lori Petty's Tank Girl. Therefore, for a real Tank Girl comic fan there will be disappointment. However, as a film in it's own right, Tank Girl is not half bad. It is set in a post apocalyptic future (this is the only similarity with Mad Max as mentioned in a previous review), however, if you compare every film set in this environment with Mad Max (a fantastic film I must admit) then you might as well compare every sci-fi space movie with Star Wars. Lori Petty acts out Tank Girl with tongue very firmly in cheek and puts in an energetic and lively performance. My favourite moment is the song and dance routine at the Water and Power showgirl club - very funny.

This film does not set out to be something which requires immense brainpower to take in, it's just there to provide enjoyment. This is a film that you do not have to think about, it's bright, fun, has stunning visuals, a great soundtrack and all in all something to chill out in front of.

If you don't take things to seriously and just want a fun action film to watch then Tank Girl might just appeal to you. I know that many out there hated this film but I really enjoyed it and think that Lori Petty is absolutely awesome.

Tank Girl; try it, you might like it!

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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great fun!, 3 Oct 2002
By H. Trivass "snuffle007" - See all my reviews
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This is a fun film that SHOULD NOT be taken seriously, by any stretch of the imagination!

True it isn't 100% like the comic, but then again, which film is ever 100% like the comic or book???

The soundtrack is cool and easy to sing along to! The costumes are wicked (Tank Girl is great to dress up as for a Fancy Dress party as my best friend Jeni will testify to!!)and the story is weird and wonderful!

A must for anyones DVD collection as it is a great fun film!

Watch and prepare to laugh your head off throughout!

Top flick (from one who has over 200 videos/DVD's!!)

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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 'A bit of fun', 13 Mar 2002
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This review is from: Tank Girl [VHS] [1995] (VHS Tape)
This film is brilliant! It has everything from action to a song and dance routine (Cole Porter to be exact)
Ok, So if you're looking for a complex plot then don't bother. But if you're looking for a bit of fun then this is up you're street. Petty handles her in-your-face heroine brilliantly and MacDowell appropriately hams up the evil genius role. As far as comic book adaptations go, it could be better, and Tank Girl's character has been greatly toned down for the screen, but the short comic interludes between scenes more than makes up for it, as does the slick ending animation. And I also have to say this film has THE BEST soundtrack Ever, Ranging from the Bjork track playing in the nightclub to Ice T's 'Big Gun'.
So in short. Buy this. Then go and buy the Soundtrack
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic!
Absolutely classic film. Lori Petty is amazing as the off the wall Tank Girl and a very young Naomi Watts looks ace as Jet. Read more
Published 2 months ago by HorrorChick

5.0 out of 5 stars Tank girl
Brilliant film if only the kids did not keep borrowing it on the never never. This must be my Fifth copy but I`m sure it won`t be the last
Published 3 months ago by scroobeyroo

4.0 out of 5 stars Buy this- NOW
I could give you a very long, rambling list of reasons why you should watch this. Equally somebody who hasn't enjoyed it can give you a list of reasons why you shouldn't watch it... Read more
Published on 22 Jun 2007 by Eoghan Marshall-Purves

5.0 out of 5 stars so girls just want to have fun?
My best friend brought this movie to my attention as she felt that the lead character kicked ass (in the local venacular). Read more
Published on 25 Feb 2006 by Junglies

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting idea but a little silly in places
This is a film based on a girl's (OK, "young adult women's") action comic which I've never read myself. The setting is 2033. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2005 by Francisco

5.0 out of 5 stars tank girl rocks my world
It as not rained in 11 years and water is hard to find.tank girl is caort steeling water and is taken to work for the evil water power company were she meats her shy brainy friend... Read more
Published on 20 Dec 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars tank girl!
Tank girl is a must see film! its rad. tank girl (lorri petty) is sohot.the soundtrack is great.everything bout it rocks.buy it nowmaaaaate!!!
Published on 25 April 2004 by pink_punk_grrl

5.0 out of 5 stars Tank Girl
Tank girl is a really great film...based on the comic book by the same name it has everything its funny and cool and people who like all hings punk will love this movie, lori... Read more
Published on 9 Nov 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars daft and good fun
This film really didn't get good reviews, and it is pretty easy to see why. But as long as you don't expect it to be some award winning adaptation of the comic book, then you'll... Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars It is fantastic and a good laugh!
This movie has stuck in my mind for a long time and it still remains one of my favourite top five films. Read more
Published on 14 Aug 2001

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