Exiled and PTU released in the UK
June 24th, 2007 by admin
Two of Johnnie To’s films, Exiled (2006) and PTU (2003), are both in the theatrical release in the UK. Exiled (2006) has received wider release, while PTU (2003)’s release is very limited.
The reviews in British newspapers about Exiled (2006) is generally good. The Telegraph thinks it’s “a much better showcase for his (Johnnie To’s) talents than the overrated Election”. The Guardian praises it as “a sharp, shrewd thriller with a bracing touch of political stire”. However Independent on Sunday says it’s “just a pretext for some iconic compositions of men posing with guns and cigars.”
Meanwhile, BBC Radio Five Live’s film critic Mark Kermode said in the film review programme that PTU (2003) is his Film of the Week.
The DVDs of both films should be available in the UK soon.
