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At Last, The 'Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair' Trailer Is Here: "This Is How The Film Was Meant To Be"
Quentin Tarantino fans have been eagerly awaiting the ultimate version of Kill Bill for over twenty years.
When Kill Bill Vol. 1 premiered in theaters in 2003, it immediately made an impression with its bold mix of samurai films, spaghetti westerns, and grindhouse style. The story of The Bride (Uma Thurman) and her relentless quest for revenge continued six months later in Kill Bill Vol. 2. Together, the films grew into a cultural phenomenon and a highlight of Quentin Tarantino's career.
What many fans have known for years is that Tarantino originally intended the Kill Bill saga to be a single film. The two-part setup was a practical choice, but the story was always meant to be one cohesive unit. That original version, titled Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair, gained almost mythical status and has only been sporadically shown at festivals and in Tarantino's own theaters until now.
That is about to change. For the first time, The Whole Bloody Affair will receive a commercial theatrical release, at least in America (for now). Lionsgate has released the first trailer, showcasing the combined version of The Bride's revenge journey.
What makes this version even more special is a brand new animated sequence that seamlessly connects the two parts. This allows the story to finally be told as Tarantino originally intended. The total runtime is 271 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission, so viewers can fully immerse themselves in Tarantino's universe.
The decision to split Kill Bill was primarily commercially motivated. A film over four hours long was challenging to sell, so the story was divided into two releases with a six-month gap in between. Although both parts were successful, this altered the experience: the artificial ending of Volume 1 was never part of Tarantino's original vision.
Tarantino has always maintained that Kill Bill is one film. "I wrote and directed it as one whole piece," he said about the new release. "I am thrilled that fans can now see it the way it was meant to be seen: in a theater, in glorious 70mm or 35mm. Blood and action on the big screen, as it should be!"
Even as a two-part saga, Kill Bill stands as one of Tarantino's most creative works. The unique combination of genres, memorable characters, and iconic scenes showcases the director at his best. But the opportunity to see the film uninterrupted and uncut is a rare treat for cinema lovers.
Without the interruptions and cliffhanger, The Bride's journey receives a smoother and more emotional flow. The Whole Bloody Affair has previously had limited screenings, including at the Cannes Film Festival in 2006. Now the film is finally arriving in regular theaters in America: starting December 5th, it is set to release.
What many fans have known for years is that Tarantino originally intended the Kill Bill saga to be a single film. The two-part setup was a practical choice, but the story was always meant to be one cohesive unit. That original version, titled Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair, gained almost mythical status and has only been sporadically shown at festivals and in Tarantino's own theaters until now.
Finally For The General Public
That is about to change. For the first time, The Whole Bloody Affair will receive a commercial theatrical release, at least in America (for now). Lionsgate has released the first trailer, showcasing the combined version of The Bride's revenge journey.
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What makes this version even more special is a brand new animated sequence that seamlessly connects the two parts. This allows the story to finally be told as Tarantino originally intended. The total runtime is 271 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission, so viewers can fully immerse themselves in Tarantino's universe.
Why It Was Originally Split
The decision to split Kill Bill was primarily commercially motivated. A film over four hours long was challenging to sell, so the story was divided into two releases with a six-month gap in between. Although both parts were successful, this altered the experience: the artificial ending of Volume 1 was never part of Tarantino's original vision.
Tarantino has always maintained that Kill Bill is one film. "I wrote and directed it as one whole piece," he said about the new release. "I am thrilled that fans can now see it the way it was meant to be seen: in a theater, in glorious 70mm or 35mm. Blood and action on the big screen, as it should be!"
A Masterpiece In Its Entirety
Even as a two-part saga, Kill Bill stands as one of Tarantino's most creative works. The unique combination of genres, memorable characters, and iconic scenes showcases the director at his best. But the opportunity to see the film uninterrupted and uncut is a rare treat for cinema lovers.
Without the interruptions and cliffhanger, The Bride's journey receives a smoother and more emotional flow. The Whole Bloody Affair has previously had limited screenings, including at the Cannes Film Festival in 2006. Now the film is finally arriving in regular theaters in America: starting December 5th, it is set to release.
