Romeo Must Die [UMD for PSP]
Romeo Must Die [UMD for PSP] | ![Romeo Must Die [UMD for PSP]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51JHAWAJTXL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Andrzej Bartkowiak
Actors: Jet Li, Aaliyah, Isaiah Washington, Russell Wong, Dmx
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  232 reviews
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language)
Rating: R (Restricted)
ESRB: Teen
Media: UMD for PSP
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 115
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 74571
UPC: 012569745711
EAN: 0012569745711
Theatrical Release Date: March 22, 2000
Release Date: February 14, 2006
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Condition: No scratches on disc. Comes in case with cover art.
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| • | They've got the guns. They've got the posse. But they've got no chance when a street-fighting ex-cop (Jet Li) takes on both sides of a fierce Oakland turf war, involving "the wildest action scenes since The Matrix!" (Bill Bregoli, Westwood One).Running Time: 115 min. Format: UMD |
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Cinematographer Andrzej Bartkowiak, the cameraman behind ISpeed/I, ILethal Weapon 4/I, and IThe Devil's Advocate/I, makes his directorial debut with a lively but by-the-numbers film that mixes Hong Kong action pyrotechnics with gritty urban gang drama. Jet Li stars as a jailed cop named Han who hightails it to Oakland, California, to seek revenge for the gang-related murder of his brother. What he finds, though, is a fierce war between his father's syndicate and that of Isaak O'Day (Delroy Lindo) for control of the city's precious waterfront land, as both groups are trying to make a deal with a corrupt football-team owner to build a new stadium. The political shenanigans are basically just a backdrop for the kick-ass action, and to give Li a number of enemies to lock limbs with. It also provides him with a love interest, Trish (hip-hop star Aaliyah), who's O'Day's daughter and like Han, the only straight arrow in a family of crooked mobsters. Li and Aaliyah have a teasing, gentle chemistry, and when they're onscreen together, the movie lights up and glides along smoothly. Li even finds a way to work Aaliyah into one of his action set pieces, using her arms and legs to fight a female adversary because "I can't hit a girl!" However, when these two aren't onscreen (and that's a fair amount of the time) the movie plods along, despite a stately turn by Lindo and Isaiah Washington and Russell Wong as two family allies who may not be as loyal as they seem. Li's action, though, is still phenomenal as ever, from his prison breakout (as he takes out a platoon of guards--strung upside down by one leg) to a knockdown-dragout fight with the agile and dangerously sexy Wong. And despite the IRomeo and Juliet/I overtones, this is one mighty chaste romance, albeit one with a happy ending for the star-crossed lovers. I--Mark Englehart/I
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They've got the guns. They've got the posse. But they've got no chance when a street-fighting ex-cop (Jet Li) takes on both sides of a fierce Oakland turf war involving "the wildest action scenes since The Matrix!" (Bill Bregoli Westwood One).Running Time: 115 min.Format: UMD Genre:nbsp;ACTION/ADVENTURE UPC:nbsp;012569745711 Manufacturer No:nbsp;74571
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 ROMEO MUST DIE DVD REVIEW: Very cool! August 10, 2000
13 out of 14 found this review helpful
When I heard that Jet Li was going to be a lead in an action movie produced by Joel Silver, I was very excited. Before I give a review, I'm not biased to Jet Li because our crew interviewed him and promoted his movie online. I'm not biased to liking this movie because I have been a big fan of his work. I loved this movie because it features wonderful action scenes, an interesting focus on using the African Americans and Asians working together and it features a lot of cool people in the movie. pThe storyline is pretty cool and purists of Jackie Chan, Jet Li and Chow Yun Fat are going to be angry at the US movies because such movies don't do justice to what talent they have demonstrated on the HK movies they have been in and I truly understand that.pAnother thing is people might feel the MATRIX style fighting hurts this movie. I don't think so. Personally, some fight scenes are a exaggerated and I agree with that but a lot of the other fight scenes are very awesome such as the scenes in the stairs, the football scene, the fire hose scene...awesome!pOthers maybe upset that the interracial relationship was not strong enough and were upset there was no kiss scene between Alliyah and Jet. We asked Jet about that and he said that in the end (without spoiling the movie for you), after a bad situation happens to a family member, should you be kissing a girl you just met. So, Jet had a good reason for that. [Note: You can our interview with Jet Li at AsianConnections.com]pSo, however you felt about the movie, to each their own. I really enjoyed it! In fact, at the theater in San Jose/Santa Clara, it was packed and people gave it a standing ovation. I'm happy to see Jet's first debut in a lead role for an English movie.pWhat didn't I like about the film? I didn't dig the use of the X-RAY scenes in the violent parts. That was the major thing I didn't like but everything else, I enjoyed.pNow, the DVD. The colors were very beautiful for this movie. I don't recall any major artifacting. The audio for the film is very good as well but what makes this DVD shine is the special features. Not only do you get the regular trailer, the international trailer but you get two Alliyah music videos, the making of the music video Try Again, you get many short documentaries, the HBO featurette and the behind-the-scenes vignette. The insights to how the film was filmed is so interesting, if you are a Jet Li or Alliyah fan, the extras are also a major reason to buy this DVD. Really interesting information from each actor and from those who worked behind-the-scenes. So, the DVD will definitely keep you busy for awhile. pSo, you can't go wrong with this DVD. Very cool!!!
Romeo lives on... July 20, 2000
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
Romeo Must Die is a great martial arts film starring the highly talented Jet Li. His style of fighting cannot be compared to, by any means. Also starring in this movie are Aaliyah, Delroy Lindo, and Russel Wong (another talented martial artist). With great action sequences, a great plot, and cute humor, you're sure to enjoy this movie. I have owned this movie since it's theater release, and have watched it nearly every day...and have not gotten tired of it.
Simply the bomb! April 11, 2000
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
Great film! Jet Li Russell Wong? How could you get better? Oh! By adding Aaliya, that's how! Fantastic action sequences and story line. A must see.
Pretty good August 4, 2000
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Romeo Must Die was an all-in-all great movie. It is basically about a war between 2 families fighting for Waterfront property, and Jet Li (Han)and Aaliyah (Trish) somehow ends up meeting in a cab. Jet Li than follows her a lot and from there, their relationship grows. The end reveals surprise. (not really, just from what should have been).The fight scenes were magnificent and somewhat resembled the Matrix.(same creator). The X-ray effect was new to me and pretty cool (shows what happens in the body). Although, compared to another Chinese TV show (Yan Zi Li 3), the fight scenes were a so-so. They don't show China and Hong Kong true fighting skills though. Although the trick over and under the leg with the hose was pretty entertaining. If you're really interested in some gravity-warping fighting, go rent a Chinese ancient movie.
Aaliyah's Legacy September 15, 2002
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Her stardom was soaring high and the highly talented Aaliyah made her first screen debut. Aaliyah's debut in "Romeo Must Die" will show, not her singing ability, but acting ability. Aside from selling millions of records, this movie and "Queen of the Damned" will be remembered for her participation alone. Her screen presence is electrifying and you won't be able to take your eyes off of her. Aaliyah's energy and enthusiasm made this movie worth while. The beautiful singer/actress definitely had 'IT'.
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