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True Lies
(IMDB) OT: True Lies




Comparison between the English DVD of Universal (cut version, BBFC15) and the uncut version (in this case a German tape by VCL Communications which is rated FSK16).

Runtime of the original version: 135:04 Min (m.A.)
Runtime of the English DVD: 135:19 Min (m.A.)

3 cuts = 5,72 Sec
7 alternative scenes


Runtime differences through logos are not taken into consideration.




0:30:16,36
The sequence in which Harry Tasker has to defend himself in the toilet room is cut in the English version. In addition there are plenty of re-insertions of already shown material to have the runtime be equal. A headbutt is missing in the English version and is replaced by another take of the old man sitting on the toilet.
+0,84 Sec
-0,84 Sec

Original version (OV):	English version (EV):

0:30:35,12
A double-ear-clap had been deleted. Another take from the toilet man is inserted.
+1,36 Sec
-1,36 Sec

OV:	EV:

0:30:51,92
When Tasker uses a hand dryer as weapon the EV lacks the enemy who spits blood. A former take was re-used where the beaten person is still wearing a jacket.
+0,36 Sec
-0,36 Sec

OV:	EV:

0:30:52,44
Another hit with the dryer is replaced. Again with the man on the toilet.
+0,76 Sec
-0,76 Sec

OV:	EV:

0:30:55,04
While the original version shows Tasker how he beats the baddy fort he third time the EV offers recycled material again.
+0,84 Sec
-0,84 Sec

OV:	EV:

0:30:59,28
When Tasker pushes the baddy’s head into the urinal the British viewers can only see the old man again.
+0,92 Sec
-0,84 Sec

OV:	EV:

0:53:59,56
While testing the car Tasker beats the salesman in a day dream. The next scene is missing where the salesman lies in the car. The UK version offers a copied take of Tasker’s face.
+2,60 Sec
-2,60 Sec

OV:	EV:

1:14:55,96
When Tasker was able to free himself from his captivity. The scene where he throws a knife onto the guard and breaks the torturer’s neck is missing.
1,36 Sec

1:15:04,32
Tasker impales an enemy with a hook.
1,00 Sec

1:22:46,28
Another neck-breaker is missing on the UK DVD while the agent hangs on a rope and gets rid of a guard.
3,36 Sec