Budo: The Art Of Killing [DVD]

Release Date: January 25, 2005
UPC: 654930303993

Synopsis

Filmed entirely in Japan, BUDO:THE ART OF KILLING is a highly acclaimed docu-drama and a favorite of martial arts practitioners and fans alike. Highlighting the various techniques of "Budo" (Karate, Judo, Aikido, etc.), this action-packed film is a visual feast exploring the spiritual and historical traditions, training and techniques of this specialized form of martial arts.

Synapse is proud to present this critically acclaimed film in a newly re-mastered version transferred from original vault materials. A must-see even for fans of Japanese history, BUDO:THE ART OF KILLING is "powerful and frequently amazing... stuns the beholder." (VARIETY) "Powerful and frequently amazing... Stuns the beholder..." - Variety

"A tribute to mastery over both the mind and body... Immensely entertaining..." - The Miami Herald

"... it's remarkably beautiful and well-made, with carefully fabulous film editing." - The Tallahassee Democrat

Special Features

• New Windowboxed Digital Transfer from Archival Vault Materials in the Original Filmed Aspect Ratio of 1.33:1
  
• Original Theatrical Trailer 
  
• Original Press Kit 
  
• Still Gallery 
  
• Liner Notes 
  
• Eye-Catching Foil Cover Artwork