Whistle Stopper - Genghis Khan: To the Ends of the Earth and Sea

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Manufacturer: Funimation Prod
Directed By: Shinichiro Sawai

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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: Unrated
Binding: DVD
Brand: GENGHIS KHAN THE ENDS OF THE EARTH & SEA (DVD
EAN: 0704400096006
Format: NTSC
Label: Funimation Prod
Manufacturer: Funimation Prod
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Funimation Prod
Region Code: 1
Release Date: 2008-09-02
Running Time: 136
Studio: Funimation Prod
Theatrical Release Date: 2007

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Summary: The blood of the blue wolf?
Comment: Having only seen a cable special about the Mongol known as Genghis Khan that focused on the ruthless warrior it is nice to see a film that captures the human side of his story. The film manages to cover a vast timeline, and other than the obvious budget constraints succeeds as a engrossing if not sweepingly grand entertainment. The acting is hard to gauge because of the language and somtimes I could tell the subtitles weren't relaying the exact sentiment being displayed in a scene. Also the production values are little clean considering the Nomadic lifestyle the film depicts and the battle and attack scenes while effective feel minimalistic. My only major problem with this effort is the anemic score which fails to convey the emotion contained in many of the scenes and is overused throughout. There are other bigger budget versions of this mans story to be found, but this one has a grounded narrative and appealing cast that make it easy to sit through.

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Summary: A brilliant gripping powerful film
Comment: A brilliant gripping powerful film that has been long overdue in the making! Excellent portrayal of a legend in his own time who united the tribes of Mongol. Superb scenery and very dramatic with much action. This is what I call an award winning international film! Even during the end credits with portrayals of the film matched the powerful song! I recommend this film to any DVD library.

JB

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Summary: A great biopic of a Legend
Comment: There is so much to enjoy and appreciate in this Japanese project on the life of Khan, that it's easy to overlook its incomplete telling of the tale. Visually, the picture often pops with life across the screen - making me wish I'd had the opportunity to see it at the cinema.

The action is filmed in the classic style - brutal, cinematic, but with sweep and edited tightly almost to a fault - neat, tidy and too perfect.

While the film may put off some westerners looking more for a History Channel treatment, most fans of Asian cinema will recognize - and appreciate - the styles associated with more familiar Asian epics which, for me, is a marvelous way of telling this particular story.

I understand there was to have been a second - more complete version of the film - (or perhaps a separate project?). If so, I look forward to seeing it and completing this set. Overall this is rather a remarkable way to spend a couple of hours!

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Summary: Wow, very good
Comment: This is a visual stunner. The cinamatography is fantastic. The acting and story are wonderful. Unfortunately it doesn't cover Genghis Kahns whole life (the film ends when he attacks the great wall of china.) Hopefuly there will be a sequel covering his conquests. In many ways it is like an asian Braveheart. It is action packed with very realistic battles. The director and actors are to be commended. Fantastic film.

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Summary: Interesting if Long
Comment: Genghis Khan this is a really long dramtic piece that spends a lot of time in deep long shots and exposition. At times it seems to be rather "talkie" but the cinematic appraoch and the long broad shots are very interesting. Except for its length - there is a lot of meat here. It's just that it takes 20 minutes of redorick to get to the good stuff. Visually it is nice and interesting to look at. The action seems real if again a little long and drawn out. The performances are intense and dramtic and boarding on the "soapy" side. Good detail however. There was alot about this legendary figure I did not know. And if made me do a little research on my own. Accurate and intense with a lot of action. I think it will be enjoyed by the adults who don't mind the length - however kids may get a little antsie about it. I suggest watching it in segments - it will be absorbed better. 10-08 - Lorenzo

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After 27 years of planning, Genghis Khan: To the Ends of the Earth and Sea finally captures the mystery and majesty of one of history’s greatest rulers – Genghis Khan. This landmark achievement of Japanese cinema represents an epic undertaking not soon to be rivaled.

Genghis Khan: the name a legend. The man…near myth. A soul obscured by his own achievements; Son, husband, father, conqueror. Genghis Khan: To the Ends of the Earth and Sea weaves the saga of one exalted man’s march toward immortality and the battle to unite the tribes of Mongol under one rule.