The back of the disc is also very clean and in good condition. This is the Director's Cut version, so the main feature is 56 minutes longer than the regular version, making it more substantial. Please refrain from negotiating discounts. A Director's Cut is a version of a film, drama, game, etc., in which the director adds or re-edits scenes based on their own intentions and original vision, compared to the theatrical release or regular version. Unreleased scenes are added, and the story generally gains depth. "The Last Emperor Director's Cut [DVD]" John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole Director: Bernardo Bertolucci [Contents] A historical epic depicting the turbulent life of Puyi, the last emperor of the Qing Dynasty, from his childhood to his time as emperor of Manchukuo, his imprisonment as a war criminal, and his fall to becoming a citizen. Along with the magnificent visual beauty of the Forbidden City, the film explores the turmoil of modern Chinese history, the emperor's loneliness, and his humanity. The original work is Puyi's own autobiography. Ryuichi Sakamoto appears in the film and also composed the music. Genre (Historical Drama / Biography) Awards: Won 9 awards at the 60th Academy Awards (Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Film Editing, Best Original Score, Best Costume Design, Best Art Direction, Best Sound), and the 45th Golden Globe Awards for Best Motion Picture - Drama, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Original Score.