BFI Brother (Blu-ray)
BFI Brother is Takeshi Kitano’s crime thriller on Blu-ray, following a Japanese yakuza who rebuilds a gang operation in Los Angeles. The listing describes a single-disc release with English subtitles and several listed extras. Its dimensions and weight are supplied as combined product dimensions, so they may refer to packaging rather than the disc itself.
At a glance
- Crime thriller written around a Japanese yakuza's move to Los Angeles and attempt to build a new criminal operation.
- The listing names English subtitles and English and Spanish audio options.
- Listed extras include a short film, a documentary profile, a featurette, interviews and behind-the-scenes footage.
- A first-pressing-only illustrated booklet is described in the product listing.
Reference price: £16.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The extras offer a range of supplementary material, including a documentary profile and interviews with Takeshi Kitano and other cast and crew.
- English subtitles are listed, alongside English and Spanish audio options.
Technical specifications
13 specifications| Media format | Blu-ray |
|---|---|
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 - 1.85:1 |
| Runtime | 1 hour and 54 minutes |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Audio languages and formats | English (DTS 5.1), English (PCM Stereo), Spanish (DTS 5.1) |
| Subtitles | English |
| Languages | English, Japanese, Spanish |
| Director | Takeshi Kitano |
|---|---|
| Actors | Claude Maki, Masaya Kato, Omar Epps, Takeshi Kitano |
| Studio | Bfi |
| Release date | 21 April 2025 |
| Item model number | BFIB1539 |
| Dimensions listed | 17 x 13.5 x 1.2 cm; 100 g |
|---|
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing describes an illustrated booklet as first-pressing-only, so its inclusion may depend on the pressing supplied. The listed dimensions and weight may describe the packaged item rather than the disc itself.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Viewers collecting Takeshi Kitano films or BFI Blu-ray releases.
- Buyers interested in the listed documentary, interviews and other supplementary material.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a confirmed booklet in every copy.
- Viewers looking for a film without crime and gang-violence themes, as described in the synopsis.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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The supplied evidence contains aggregate ratings but no written customer feedback. The rating distribution leans towards the higher star categories, but the small sample does not establish particular strengths or concerns about the film, disc or extras.
Frequently asked questions
What audio and subtitle options are listed?
The listing gives English and Japanese among the language details, lists English subtitles, and specifies English DTS 5.1, English PCM Stereo and Spanish DTS 5.1 audio.
What extras are described?
The listed extras include The Green Flash, a documentary profile of Takeshi Kitano, a featurette, cast and crew interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage.
Is the illustrated booklet guaranteed?
No. The listing labels it first-pressing-only, so check the selected copy if the booklet matters to you.
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