I for one Love this Movie
Added 2/2/2010
I thought that this movie was actually Very Good and goes well with the DOA Games. I am a big fan of several of the actresses in the movie (Jaime Pressly and Sarah Carter and Natassia Malthe just for starters)I think if you like the games and like the Martial Arts and martial arts movies then you should give this movie a try and don't pay any attention to the hate.
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Suprisingly Fun and Entertaining Action Movie
Added 1/10/2010
I know the movie is based on a video game, but that usually isn't a good sign for a film. But not only did this have good action scenes, but also pretty good characterization and quality acting - at least one that is fitting for this type of film. Not that the movie is realistic, but my only gripe would be the suspension of belief required for the escape scene.
The movie focuses on four women, and a couple of men who tag along to some undiscovered East Asian island for a fight tournament that has been taking place annually for 21 years. The winner to get 10 million dollars (US dollars, HK dollars, we don't know.
Three of the women, played by Jaime Pressley, Holly Valance, Devon Aoki become friends. Sarah Carter plays the daughter of the man who sponsored the tournament until his untimely death preceding this current one. The current organizer, played by Eric Roberts, turns out to have some devious ideas.
Each of the women have ulterior motives. Jaimie Pressly plays a women's wrestler and daughter of another wrestler played by Kevin Nash (also invited to the tournament). She needs to prove to herself that she is also a warrior despite professional wrestling's reputation as a fake sport. Holly Valance plays a thief who is there to steal the $100 million in the vault, Devon Aoki plays a ninja clan princess there to find her brother who had disappeared at the previous year's tournament - she is being chased by Natassia Malthe, who is sent to assassinate her for leaving the clan. Meanwhile, she is being guarded by Kane Kosugi (who was also invited to the tournament).
Each actress is into character and does a good job displaying the motivations behind her character. There is a good chemistry between the actresses on screen, and it's very believable that they become friends despite being rivals. And the chemistry is there among all the cast, between Valance and Matthew Marsden, who plays Valance's partner in crime and romance, and Aoki and Kosugi, who share an unsaid fondness for each other. The action scenes are fun and varied, some ranging from the comdedic Jackie Chan style and some straight-forward fights. Male viewers get a bonus of eye candy, escpecially with the women's beach volleyball scene.
The dvd extras deserve special mention with the cast interviews, which complement the film very well. Of course, this is B movie, but one that stands out - not only does it do action well, but characters I cared for, good characterization, good acting all-around anc good direction.
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Low budget, but highly entertaining over-the-top action!
Added 2/2/2009
I had low expectations for this movie, but after playing and loving Dead or Alive 4 for the Xbox 360, I had to see this movie. The acting isn't the best, and some of the wire work is really fake, but the hot chicks and "B" rated feel of the movie, mad me love it anyway! As for the DVD itself. . . The picture quality is fairly poor, but the sound will knock you on your butt for sure. The short "making of" featurette is worth watching, but there is no other speacial features on the disc.
Overall I would say that anyone who likes the games, likes Hong Kong style movies, or just likes seeing hot chicks kicking a$$, should buy this movie. Especially for the price that amazon is asking! Just add it to another item to get over $[...] and you don't have to pay for shipping.
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BABES IN ACTION
Added 1/20/2009
IT IS ONE OF THE BEST FIGHT MOVIE I HAVE SEEN YET. PLUS IT DOES'NT HURT TO HAVE SOME HOT LOOKING GIRLS IN THIS MOVIE.
IT HELP MAKE THIS A MUST SEE MOVIE. ACTION THROUGHOUT AND NEVER A BORING
MOMENT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS MOVIE FOR ANYONE THAT LOVE TO SEE HOT
GIRLS FIGHTING EACH OTHER.
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Good movie but bad plot.
Added 11/2/2008
DOA is a good movie but has a very bad plot. Jamie Pressly, Devon Aoki, Holly Valance. The movie is choregraphed by Corey Yuen. It is a great chick flick but the story needs a-lot of work. I know it's based on the popular video game.
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I for one Love this Movie
Added 2/2/2010
I thought that this movie was actually Very Good and goes well with the DOA Games. I am a big fan of several of the actresses in the movie (Jaime Pressly and Sarah Carter and Natassia Malthe just for starters)I think if you like the games and like the Martial Arts and martial arts movies then you should give this movie a try and don't pay any attention to the hate.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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Suprisingly Fun and Entertaining Action Movie
Added 1/10/2010
I know the movie is based on a video game, but that usually isn't a good sign for a film. But not only did this have good action scenes, but also pretty good characterization and quality acting - at least one that is fitting for this type of film. Not that the movie is realistic, but my only gripe would be the suspension of belief required for the escape scene.
The movie focuses on four women, and a couple of men who tag along to some undiscovered East Asian island for a fight tournament that has been taking place annually for 21 years. The winner to get 10 million dollars (US dollars, HK dollars, we don't know.
Three of the women, played by Jaime Pressley, Holly Valance, Devon Aoki become friends. Sarah Carter plays the daughter of the man who sponsored the tournament until his untimely death preceding this current one. The current organizer, played by Eric Roberts, turns out to have some devious ideas.
Each of the women have ulterior motives. Jaimie Pressly plays a women's wrestler and daughter of another wrestler played by Kevin Nash (also invited to the tournament). She needs to prove to herself that she is also a warrior despite professional wrestling's reputation as a fake sport. Holly Valance plays a thief who is there to steal the $100 million in the vault, Devon Aoki plays a ninja clan princess there to find her brother who had disappeared at the previous year's tournament - she is being chased by Natassia Malthe, who is sent to assassinate her for leaving the clan. Meanwhile, she is being guarded by Kane Kosugi (who was also invited to the tournament).
Each actress is into character and does a good job displaying the motivations behind her character. There is a good chemistry between the actresses on screen, and it's very believable that they become friends despite being rivals. And the chemistry is there among all the cast, between Valance and Matthew Marsden, who plays Valance's partner in crime and romance, and Aoki and Kosugi, who share an unsaid fondness for each other. The action scenes are fun and varied, some ranging from the comdedic Jackie Chan style and some straight-forward fights. Male viewers get a bonus of eye candy, escpecially with the women's beach volleyball scene.
The dvd extras deserve special mention with the cast interviews, which complement the film very well. Of course, this is B movie, but one that stands out - not only does it do action well, but characters I cared for, good characterization, good acting all-around anc good direction.
1 out of 1 people found this helpful.
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Low budget, but highly entertaining over-the-top action!
Added 2/2/2009
I had low expectations for this movie, but after playing and loving Dead or Alive 4 for the Xbox 360, I had to see this movie. The acting isn't the best, and some of the wire work is really fake, but the hot chicks and "B" rated feel of the movie, mad me love it anyway! As for the DVD itself. . . The picture quality is fairly poor, but the sound will knock you on your butt for sure. The short "making of" featurette is worth watching, but there is no other speacial features on the disc.
Overall I would say that anyone who likes the games, likes Hong Kong style movies, or just likes seeing hot chicks kicking a$$, should buy this movie. Especially for the price that amazon is asking! Just add it to another item to get over $[...] and you don't have to pay for shipping.
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