Tomie - Unlimited [DVD]

Directed by Noboru Iguchi of "Machine Girl" fame, this "Tomie" of the franchise is possibly the most unique yet -- it's certainly the most Craziest! "Unlimited" and "Forbidden Fruit" are my faves, though "Rebirth" (directed by Takashi Shimizu of "Ju-on/The Grudge" fame) is recommended as I think it's the third best in the series. What's particularly welcome with this installment is the tightened-up pacing which adds an extra edge to the proceedings, as do the multiplying Tomies. Crazy! Ah, so you can't get enough of Tomie, eh? MUAH HA HAIf you're into insane/weird films (especially if you dig so-called J-Horror), then give this twisted sucker a go. "Unlimited" strikes a successful balance of Creepy and Hilarious like "Rebirth", except that it forgoes Takashi Shimizu's trademark slow building surreally atmospheric style for a increasingly gonzo freneticism.I forgot to mention how much better the picture and sound quality is on the "Unlimited" DVD compared to all the other ones in the series. I have yet to purchase "Tomie vs. Tomie" and so I of course cannot comment in any way on that one.

I bought Tomie: Unlimited without seeing any other Tomie movies, and I also have not read the manga either.It was overall a disappointment, although at some part it was very well done. The biggest let down of the movie was because it seemed as though they did not know where they were going to take it, and the vast majority of the film is made up of ridiculous scenes.The atmosphere of the movie is very well done though, and it deserves credit for making the scenes very lonely and solitude which reflects Tsukiko's life. The actors did very well too, especially in making everything eerie and Tomie was the best at doing that.By the end of the film I had no idea what was going on. I hope someone one day explains the plot of the movie to me, because I honestly have no idea.I have rated it 3 stars as many of the scenes were laughable and I do not understand what the whole movie was about; however, it did make for some good watching, very good acting, and was a bit creepy. If, however, you are wanting a very frightening horror..I definitely would not recommend this.

This is the latest installment in the long running Tomie series and a fine addition to the story of Tomie. Not heavy on extras but comes with a revealing interview with the director.

Excellent Blu-ray!

This is the second of this dvd I have had from this seller, the first did not work properly, v poor image quality, an re ordered after a refund and sent another copy which had exactly the same image quality issue. Asked for a return/refund and have heard nothing back. V poor.

Terible

Great addition to the tomie anthology movies. Directed by noboru iguchi and starring the positively delicious gravure idol ‘Miu nakamura’Plenty of gore and uk bluray pq is good, with good sound.Worth the purchase just for miu alone. She really is that smoking hot.Highly recommend this title, if you’re a fan of iguchi’s movies.