Description

The Election films have been compared with The Godfather in the way they take crime syndicates seriously, showing how murderous violence, family, national politics and honour are woven inextricably together. Dark, moody and intense, these might just be Johnnie To s masterpieces.

This edition comes with a full slipcase, a 24-page booklet, 3+ hours of new and archival extras, new audio commentaries, new and improved subtitles. We have also digitally restored both films!

FEATURES:
HD digital restoration of both films
Collector s slipcase & booklet featuring new essays by film scholar Gary Bettinson and film critic Sam Ho
Reversible sleeve featuring original poster artwork for both films
Newly translated & improved optional English subtitles for both films
New audio commentaries for both films by Hong Kong cinema experts Frank Djeng & John Charles
New interview with Election 2 composer Robert Ellis-Geiger
The Veneer of Nobility – a new video essay on the Election films
OzAsia Festival 2016 Masterclass with Johnnie To – audio recording hosted by film historian Mike Walsh
Interviews with Johnnie To, Simon Yam, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Wong Tin-lam, Lam Suet & Gordon Lam Ka-tung
The Making of Election and Election 2
Photo galleries
TV spots
Teaser
Trailers