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Kai is a violent fugitive on the run from the law. Making his way from Hong Kong to South Africa, he begins a new life working at a small Chinese restaurant. When he joins his boss on a work trip through the African savanna, he encounters a remote African tribe afflicted with the Ebola virus. After attacking a young woman from the tribe, he contracts the virus, but to his surprise, he discovers that he's immune to the deadly disease. His ruthlessness emboldened, Kai returns to Hong Kong, thus setting into motion a blood spewing and bodily fluids oozing nightmare! One of the most shocking and notorious Category III films, Herman Yau’s (The Untold Story) EBOLA SYNDROME is a delectably grotesque and darkly comedic splatter film masterwork and stars Hong Kong cult film superstar, Anthony Wong (Hard Boiled), in one of his most outrageous performances. For years almost impossible to find in its uncut form, Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to present the worldwide UHD debut of EBOLA SYNDROME, newly scanned and restored in 4K from its original 35mm camera negative and finally fully uncut for the first time on English friendly home video. Bonus Features: 1. 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray Set 2. 4K UHD presented in High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4k from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Brand new introduction by director Herman Yau 5. Brand new interview with Herman Yau 6. "Cantonese with Dr. Yau" - a brand new featurette with Herman Yau on the difficulties of translating Cantonese into English 7. Archival interview with Herman Yau and actor Anthony Wong 8. Archival commentary track with Herman Yau and Anthony Wong 9. Brand new commentary track with film historian and author Samm Deighan 10. Reversible cover artwork 11. Newly translated English subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. When Ann, the wealthy yet mentally unstable wife of accomplished author Larry, claims to have found her husband brutally murdered in her stables, her psychiatrist, Dr. Marc, and Larry’s secretary, Mary, are skeptical — not least because there is no body to be found. What’s more, Dr. Marc finds a note from Larry saying he’s going away for a while to clear his head. A year later, Larry returns to the house, but Ann is adamant that this man is not her husband, despite the protests of Dr. Marc and Mary to the contrary. To add to her mounting turmoil, Ann starts to experience gruesome hallucinations and receives phone calls from someone claiming to be the real Larry, contacting her from beyond the grave. As those around her start being dispatched in various grisly ways, is Ann losing her grip on sanity, or could something even more diabolical be afoot? Helmed by Enzo Milioni, director of giallo favorite The Sister of Ursula (1978), and starring Euro-horror regular Zora Kerova (Cannibal Ferox, The New York Ripper), ESCAPE FROM DEATH (aka Luna di sangue) was produced as part of a series of direct-to-video and television films released under the banner of “Lucio Fulci presents”, which also includes Fulci’s own Touch of Death and Umberto Lenzi’s Hell’s Gate. A twisty-turny giallo punctuated by moments of shocking and unexpected gore, Vinegar Syndrome is thrilled to unveil ESCAPE FROM DEATH in its world UHD premiere, restored in 4K from its original 16mm negative and loaded with a selection of newly-produced bonus features. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Troy Howarth 5. "Zora, the Escapee" (18 min) - an interview with actress Zora Kerova 6. "Victim of Circumstance" (16 min) - an interview with actor Alessandro Freyberger 7. "Bloody Sonata" (19 min) - an interview with composer Paolo Gatti 8. "Exhuming Lucio" (13 min) - an interview with film critic Pier Maria Bocchi 9. "Escape from Death, Enter the Showbiz" (30 min) - an interview with film historian Eugenio Ercolani 10. Reversible sleeve artwork 11. English SDH subtitles Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Escape from Death [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Escape from Death 4K UHD Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. When Ann, the wealthy yet mentally unstable wife of accomplished author Larry, claims to have found her husband brutally murdered in her stables, her psychiatrist, Dr. Marc, and Larry’s secretary, Mary, are skeptical — not least because there is no body to be found. What’s more, Dr. Marc finds a note from Larry saying he’s going away for a while to clear his head. A year later, Larry returns to the house, but Ann is adamant that this man is not her husband, despite the protests of Dr. Marc and Mary to the contrary. To add to her mounting turmoil, Ann starts to experience gruesome hallucinations and receives phone calls from someone claiming to be the real Larry, contacting her from beyond the grave. As those around her start being dispatched in various grisly ways, is Ann losing her grip on sanity, or could something even more diabolical be afoot? Helmed by Enzo Milioni, director of giallo favorite The Sister of Ursula (1978), and starring Euro-horror regular Zora Kerova (Cannibal Ferox, The New York Ripper), ESCAPE FROM DEATH (aka Luna di sangue) was produced as part of a series of direct-to-video and television films released under the banner of “Lucio Fulci presents”, which also includes Fulci’s own Touch of Death and Umberto Lenzi’s Hell’s Gate. A twisty-turny giallo punctuated by moments of shocking and unexpected gore, Vinegar Syndrome is thrilled to unveil ESCAPE FROM DEATH in its world UHD premiere, restored in 4K from its original 16mm negative and loaded with a selection of newly-produced bonus features. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Troy Howarth 5. "Zora, the Escapee" (18 min) - an interview with actress Zora Kerova 6. "Victim of Circumstance" (16 min) - an interview with actor Alessandro Freyberger 7. "Bloody Sonata" (19 min) - an interview with composer Paolo Gatti 8. "Exhuming Lucio" (13 min) - an interview with film critic Pier Maria Bocchi 9. "Escape from Death, Enter the Showbiz" (30 min) - an interview with film historian Eugenio Ercolani 10. Reversible sleeve artwork 11. English SDH subtitles Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Escape from Death [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Escape from Death 4K UHD Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. When Ann, the wealthy yet mentally unstable wife of accomplished author Larry, claims to have found her husband brutally murdered in her stables, her psychiatrist, Dr. Marc, and Larry’s secretary, Mary, are skeptical — not least because there is no body to be found. What’s more, Dr. Marc finds a note from Larry saying he’s going away for a while to clear his head. A year later, Larry returns to the house, but Ann is adamant that this man is not her husband, despite the protests of Dr. Marc and Mary to the contrary. To add to her mounting turmoil, Ann starts to experience gruesome hallucinations and receives phone calls from someone claiming to be the real Larry, contacting her from beyond the grave. As those around her start being dispatched in various grisly ways, is Ann losing her grip on sanity, or could something even more diabolical be afoot? Helmed by Enzo Milioni, director of giallo favorite The Sister of Ursula (1978), and starring Euro-horror regular Zora Kerova (Cannibal Ferox, The New York Ripper), ESCAPE FROM DEATH (aka Luna di sangue) was produced as part of a series of direct-to-video and television films released under the banner of “Lucio Fulci presents”, which also includes Fulci’s own Touch of Death and Umberto Lenzi’s Hell’s Gate. A twisty-turny giallo punctuated by moments of shocking and unexpected gore, Vinegar Syndrome is thrilled to unveil ESCAPE FROM DEATH in its world UHD premiere, restored in 4K from its original 16mm negative and loaded with a selection of newly-produced bonus features. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Troy Howarth 5. "Zora, the Escapee" (18 min) - an interview with actress Zora Kerova 6. "Victim of Circumstance" (16 min) - an interview with actor Alessandro Freyberger 7. "Bloody Sonata" (19 min) - an interview with composer Paolo Gatti 8. "Exhuming Lucio" (13 min) - an interview with film critic Pier Maria Bocchi 9. "Escape from Death, Enter the Showbiz" (30 min) - an interview with film historian Eugenio Ercolani 10. Reversible sleeve artwork 11. English SDH subtitles Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Escape from Death [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Escape from Death 4K UHD Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. As the 70s progressed and the poliziottesco field grew more crowded, some directors sought new frontiers and different spaces, growing the genre into unusual locales and sometimes even shooting films abroad. In this second volume, we bring you a trio of Italian crime rarities which made creative use of atypical settings. BLUE NUDE: Rocco has come to New York City from Italy, confident that as long as he hangs in there, he’ll one day make it in showbiz. In between wandering Times Square dazzled by its glitzy signage, a friend ropes him into acting in a hardcore film where he encounters Lilly, an established female porn actor. Barely scraping by, he finds himself taken advantage of by managers, young women, and crooked cops, all eager for a wide-eyed immigrant to abuse or extort. He hopes for a future with Lilly, but when harsh violence enters into Rocco's life, nothing can stop him from lashing out in this sordid world in which he's ended up. A one-of-a-kind document of late 70s street level Manhattan (and actual period sex film sets) from writer/director Luigi Scattini (Witchcraft 70), it stars Gerardo Amato (Sweets for a Stranger) as Rocco, Susan McBain (Barbara Broadcast), Renato Romano (The Bird with the Crystal Plumage), Robert Kerman (Debbie Does Dallas), and director/actor Carter Stevens (The Passions of Carol). NO ALLA VIOLENZA (NO TO VIOLENCE aka DEATH HUNT): In the picturesque Sicilian port city of Messina, Inspector Ettore Manetti (Al Cliver) is beginning to crumble. Violent crime is rampant, bikers have just beaten and killed a police officer, and now he’s now been handed the job of catching three dangerous prison escapees. As the trio begins a series of kidnappings, they run down a little girl while narrowly evading capture. Tano, the girl’s father, begins his own vigilante crusade as he ferociously strikes down anyone in his path in search of the men responsible. Exceedingly, violence is no longer limited to just the criminals. Ostensibly a passion project from prolific Messina-born actor Tano Cimarosa (Reflections in Black), who's credited with writing, directing, and playing the vigilante role, this regional film liberally showcases both scenic locations and shocking brutality. Also starring Paola Quattrini (The Case of the Bloody Iris), Ninetto Davoli (The Decameron), and Federico Boido (I Am Sartana, Your Angel of Death). POLIZIA SELVAGGIA (SAVAGE POLICE) aka CANI (MURDERER): Ahmet toils away in Istanbul’s lowest rung of petty crime, berated even by other thieves who call him the Leech. Stalking the streets for any potential score, he snatches a man’s briefcase and steals his car, accidentally killing a detective in the process. When a manhunt ensues, Ahmet strains to flee the country, emboldened by the fact that the briefcase was packed with cash. Murat (Turkish star Tarık Akan), partner of the dead detective, sets out on his own path of vengeance while Ahmet’s cruel desperation forces him into taking hostages in order to evade the police. This ambitious Turkish-Italian co-production written and directed by Guido Zurli (Black Deep Throat) heaps on psychotic sleaze and a truly vicious, depraved antagonist in Ahmet. Also starring Karin Well (Burial Ground), Edilio Kim (A White Dress for Marialé), and George Ardisson (The Long Hair of Death). Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Region Free Blu-ray Set 2. Newly scanned and restored from their 35mm original negatives 3. Newly translated English subtitles for all films BLUE NUDE: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani & Troy Howarth 2. "Peeping Luigi" (28 min) - an interview with film historian Franco Grattarola DEATH HUNT: 1. Presented in its original Italian soundtrack with newly translated English subtitles and its English dub soundtrack 2. Commentary track with film historian & critic Rachael Nisbet 3. "Mr. Cimarosa, I Presume?" (12 min) - an archival audio interview with writer/director/actor Tano Cimarosa 4. "Respect for Don Tano" (14 min) - an interview with film scholar Giacomo Di Nicolò SAVAGE POLICE: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani & Troy Howarth 2. "Irony Before All" (18 min) - an archival audio interview with director/co-writer Guido Zurli 3. "Once a Hero" (19 min) - an archival interview with actor Giorgio Ardisson 4. "The Italo-Turkish Disconnection" (24 min) - an interview with film historian Luca Rea 5. Alternate Turkish version of POLIZIA SELVAGGIA aka CANI (MURDERER) in standard definition (95 min) Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 2 [Blu-ray Set] Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 2 Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. The Eurocrime film, or poliziottesco, went through many of the same phases as other trends in Italian cinema. By virtue of necessity, stretching its boundaries or tooling with the genre was inevitable. Perhaps equally inevitably, given the sheer number of films produced, quite a few fell through the cracks over time. Three rare, distinct features late in the genre's cycle, each retaining the big names associated with it, are collected here. IL GIORNO DEL COBRA (THE DAY OF THE COBRA) Larry Stanziani is a bottom-of-the-barrel private eye in San Francisco, quietly scraping by to make ends meet. But in a former life, Stanziani (Franco Nero) was The Cobra, one of the most capable and deadly secret agents the world had ever seen. Called back into action in Italy after a narcotics agent is killed, Larry uncovers a syndicate that'll attempt every dirty trick in the book to finish him off. But they don't know that The Cobra always stays one step ahead of any double-cross ever invented. Directed by Italo-action legend Enzo G. Castellari (The Big Racket) as a showcase for Nero's range, this cheeky Eurocrime/gumshoe hybrid also stars Sybil Danning (Howling II: Your Sister Is a Werewolf), Mario Maranzana (Behind Convent Walls), Mickey Knox (Cemetery Man), and Romano Puppo (The Big Gundown). LA BANDA DEL TRUCIDO (THE RASCAL'S GANG aka DIRTY GANG) Naples is being crippled by crime, and now an important police leader has been assassinated. The grizzled Commissario Ghini (Luc Merenda) is tough enough to tackle the crime wave and is the only one to fill his shoes. Meanwhile, Monnezza (Tomas Milian) has his hands full, too: he's running his cheeky trattoria while also teaching a new batch of hapless schemers at his low-rent school for thieves. Balancing Milian's popular comedic chops as a loveable rogue and Merenda's hard-as-nails, stunt-driven performance, director Stelvio Massi (Arabella: Black Angel) pulls out all the stops for this wildly entertaining ride. Also starring Elio Zamuto (Violent Naples), Katia Christine (Designated Victim), and Massimo Vanni (1990: The Bronx Warriors). IL COMMISSARIO DI FERRO (THE IRON COMMISSIONER) Commissario Mariani (Maurizio Merli) has been taking down crooks for years, and these days the weight of it shows. He's divorced, his son thinks of him more as a friend than a father, his superiors are critical of him, and even the children of people he put away are coming after him. But he's not the Iron Commissioner for nothing, and however seasoned, he's not afraid to knock around a few hoods to get the job done. When a kidnapping occurs too close to home, Mariani doesn't hesitate to spring into action. A remarkably efficient and realistic feature from technical journeyman Stelvio Massi (Five Women for the Killer), showing plenty of tricks up his sleeve, it also stars Janet Agren (Bakterion), Ettore Mani (A.A.A. Masseuse, Good-Looking, Offers Her Services), and Chris Avram (Obscene Desire). Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Region Free Blu-ray Set 2. Newly scanned and restored in 2K from their 35mm original negatives 3. Reversible sleeve artwork 4. Newly translated English subtitles DAY OF THE COBRA extras 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani, Troy Howarth, and Nathaniel Thompson 2. "The Director Who Looked Like a Stuntman" (24 min) - an interview with director/writer Enzo G. Castellari 3. "Henchman with a Heart of Gold" (22 min) - an interview with actor/stuntman Massimo Vanni DIRTY GANG extras: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Troy Howarth 2. "The Nonviolent Professional" (20 min) - an interview with actor Luc Merenda 3. "A Beautiful Ugly Face" (24 min) - an interview with actor Corrado Solari THE IRON COMMISSIONER extras: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Nanni Cobretti 2. "Free Hand for a Tough DOP" (23 min) - an interview with cinematographer Sergio Rubini 3. "The Purest Form of Poliziesco" (20 min) - an interview with assistant director Danilo Massi Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 1 [Blu-ray Set] Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 1 Set Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews $44.99$44.99 Add to cart

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. As the 70s progressed and the poliziottesco field grew more crowded, some directors sought new frontiers and different spaces, growing the genre into unusual locales and sometimes even shooting films abroad. In this second volume, we bring you a trio of Italian crime rarities which made creative use of atypical settings. BLUE NUDE: Rocco has come to New York City from Italy, confident that as long as he hangs in there, he’ll one day make it in showbiz. In between wandering Times Square dazzled by its glitzy signage, a friend ropes him into acting in a hardcore film where he encounters Lilly, an established female porn actor. Barely scraping by, he finds himself taken advantage of by managers, young women, and crooked cops, all eager for a wide-eyed immigrant to abuse or extort. He hopes for a future with Lilly, but when harsh violence enters into Rocco's life, nothing can stop him from lashing out in this sordid world in which he's ended up. A one-of-a-kind document of late 70s street level Manhattan (and actual period sex film sets) from writer/director Luigi Scattini (Witchcraft 70), it stars Gerardo Amato (Sweets for a Stranger) as Rocco, Susan McBain (Barbara Broadcast), Renato Romano (The Bird with the Crystal Plumage), Robert Kerman (Debbie Does Dallas), and director/actor Carter Stevens (The Passions of Carol). NO ALLA VIOLENZA (NO TO VIOLENCE aka DEATH HUNT): In the picturesque Sicilian port city of Messina, Inspector Ettore Manetti (Al Cliver) is beginning to crumble. Violent crime is rampant, bikers have just beaten and killed a police officer, and now he’s now been handed the job of catching three dangerous prison escapees. As the trio begins a series of kidnappings, they run down a little girl while narrowly evading capture. Tano, the girl’s father, begins his own vigilante crusade as he ferociously strikes down anyone in his path in search of the men responsible. Exceedingly, violence is no longer limited to just the criminals. Ostensibly a passion project from prolific Messina-born actor Tano Cimarosa (Reflections in Black), who's credited with writing, directing, and playing the vigilante role, this regional film liberally showcases both scenic locations and shocking brutality. Also starring Paola Quattrini (The Case of the Bloody Iris), Ninetto Davoli (The Decameron), and Federico Boido (I Am Sartana, Your Angel of Death). POLIZIA SELVAGGIA (SAVAGE POLICE) aka CANI (MURDERER): Ahmet toils away in Istanbul’s lowest rung of petty crime, berated even by other thieves who call him the Leech. Stalking the streets for any potential score, he snatches a man’s briefcase and steals his car, accidentally killing a detective in the process. When a manhunt ensues, Ahmet strains to flee the country, emboldened by the fact that the briefcase was packed with cash. Murat (Turkish star Tarık Akan), partner of the dead detective, sets out on his own path of vengeance while Ahmet’s cruel desperation forces him into taking hostages in order to evade the police. This ambitious Turkish-Italian co-production written and directed by Guido Zurli (Black Deep Throat) heaps on psychotic sleaze and a truly vicious, depraved antagonist in Ahmet. Also starring Karin Well (Burial Ground), Edilio Kim (A White Dress for Marialé), and George Ardisson (The Long Hair of Death). Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Region Free Blu-ray Set 2. Newly scanned and restored from their 35mm original negatives 3. Newly translated English subtitles for all films BLUE NUDE: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani & Troy Howarth 2. "Peeping Luigi" (28 min) - an interview with film historian Franco Grattarola DEATH HUNT: 1. Presented in its original Italian soundtrack with newly translated English subtitles and its English dub soundtrack 2. Commentary track with film historian & critic Rachael Nisbet 3. "Mr. Cimarosa, I Presume?" (12 min) - an archival audio interview with writer/director/actor Tano Cimarosa 4. "Respect for Don Tano" (14 min) - an interview with film scholar Giacomo Di Nicolò SAVAGE POLICE: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani & Troy Howarth 2. "Irony Before All" (18 min) - an archival audio interview with director/co-writer Guido Zurli 3. "Once a Hero" (19 min) - an archival interview with actor Giorgio Ardisson 4. "The Italo-Turkish Disconnection" (24 min) - an interview with film historian Luca Rea 5. Alternate Turkish version of POLIZIA SELVAGGIA aka CANI (MURDERER) in standard definition (95 min) Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 2 [Blu-ray Set] Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 2 Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. The Eurocrime film, or poliziottesco, went through many of the same phases as other trends in Italian cinema. By virtue of necessity, stretching its boundaries or tooling with the genre was inevitable. Perhaps equally inevitably, given the sheer number of films produced, quite a few fell through the cracks over time. Three rare, distinct features late in the genre's cycle, each retaining the big names associated with it, are collected here. IL GIORNO DEL COBRA (THE DAY OF THE COBRA) Larry Stanziani is a bottom-of-the-barrel private eye in San Francisco, quietly scraping by to make ends meet. But in a former life, Stanziani (Franco Nero) was The Cobra, one of the most capable and deadly secret agents the world had ever seen. Called back into action in Italy after a narcotics agent is killed, Larry uncovers a syndicate that'll attempt every dirty trick in the book to finish him off. But they don't know that The Cobra always stays one step ahead of any double-cross ever invented. Directed by Italo-action legend Enzo G. Castellari (The Big Racket) as a showcase for Nero's range, this cheeky Eurocrime/gumshoe hybrid also stars Sybil Danning (Howling II: Your Sister Is a Werewolf), Mario Maranzana (Behind Convent Walls), Mickey Knox (Cemetery Man), and Romano Puppo (The Big Gundown). LA BANDA DEL TRUCIDO (THE RASCAL'S GANG aka DIRTY GANG) Naples is being crippled by crime, and now an important police leader has been assassinated. The grizzled Commissario Ghini (Luc Merenda) is tough enough to tackle the crime wave and is the only one to fill his shoes. Meanwhile, Monnezza (Tomas Milian) has his hands full, too: he's running his cheeky trattoria while also teaching a new batch of hapless schemers at his low-rent school for thieves. Balancing Milian's popular comedic chops as a loveable rogue and Merenda's hard-as-nails, stunt-driven performance, director Stelvio Massi (Arabella: Black Angel) pulls out all the stops for this wildly entertaining ride. Also starring Elio Zamuto (Violent Naples), Katia Christine (Designated Victim), and Massimo Vanni (1990: The Bronx Warriors). IL COMMISSARIO DI FERRO (THE IRON COMMISSIONER) Commissario Mariani (Maurizio Merli) has been taking down crooks for years, and these days the weight of it shows. He's divorced, his son thinks of him more as a friend than a father, his superiors are critical of him, and even the children of people he put away are coming after him. But he's not the Iron Commissioner for nothing, and however seasoned, he's not afraid to knock around a few hoods to get the job done. When a kidnapping occurs too close to home, Mariani doesn't hesitate to spring into action. A remarkably efficient and realistic feature from technical journeyman Stelvio Massi (Five Women for the Killer), showing plenty of tricks up his sleeve, it also stars Janet Agren (Bakterion), Ettore Mani (A.A.A. Masseuse, Good-Looking, Offers Her Services), and Chris Avram (Obscene Desire). Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Region Free Blu-ray Set 2. Newly scanned and restored in 2K from their 35mm original negatives 3. Reversible sleeve artwork 4. Newly translated English subtitles DAY OF THE COBRA extras 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani, Troy Howarth, and Nathaniel Thompson 2. "The Director Who Looked Like a Stuntman" (24 min) - an interview with director/writer Enzo G. Castellari 3. "Henchman with a Heart of Gold" (22 min) - an interview with actor/stuntman Massimo Vanni DIRTY GANG extras: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Troy Howarth 2. "The Nonviolent Professional" (20 min) - an interview with actor Luc Merenda 3. "A Beautiful Ugly Face" (24 min) - an interview with actor Corrado Solari THE IRON COMMISSIONER extras: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Nanni Cobretti 2. "Free Hand for a Tough DOP" (23 min) - an interview with cinematographer Sergio Rubini 3. "The Purest Form of Poliziesco" (20 min) - an interview with assistant director Danilo Massi Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 1 [Blu-ray Set] Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 1 Set Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews $44.99$44.99 Add to cart

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. The Eurocrime film, or poliziottesco, went through many of the same phases as other trends in Italian cinema. By virtue of necessity, stretching its boundaries or tooling with the genre was inevitable. Perhaps equally inevitably, given the sheer number of films produced, quite a few fell through the cracks over time. Three rare, distinct features late in the genre's cycle, each retaining the big names associated with it, are collected here. IL GIORNO DEL COBRA (THE DAY OF THE COBRA) Larry Stanziani is a bottom-of-the-barrel private eye in San Francisco, quietly scraping by to make ends meet. But in a former life, Stanziani (Franco Nero) was The Cobra, one of the most capable and deadly secret agents the world had ever seen. Called back into action in Italy after a narcotics agent is killed, Larry uncovers a syndicate that'll attempt every dirty trick in the book to finish him off. But they don't know that The Cobra always stays one step ahead of any double-cross ever invented. Directed by Italo-action legend Enzo G. Castellari (The Big Racket) as a showcase for Nero's range, this cheeky Eurocrime/gumshoe hybrid also stars Sybil Danning (Howling II: Your Sister Is a Werewolf), Mario Maranzana (Behind Convent Walls), Mickey Knox (Cemetery Man), and Romano Puppo (The Big Gundown). LA BANDA DEL TRUCIDO (THE RASCAL'S GANG aka DIRTY GANG) Naples is being crippled by crime, and now an important police leader has been assassinated. The grizzled Commissario Ghini (Luc Merenda) is tough enough to tackle the crime wave and is the only one to fill his shoes. Meanwhile, Monnezza (Tomas Milian) has his hands full, too: he's running his cheeky trattoria while also teaching a new batch of hapless schemers at his low-rent school for thieves. Balancing Milian's popular comedic chops as a loveable rogue and Merenda's hard-as-nails, stunt-driven performance, director Stelvio Massi (Arabella: Black Angel) pulls out all the stops for this wildly entertaining ride. Also starring Elio Zamuto (Violent Naples), Katia Christine (Designated Victim), and Massimo Vanni (1990: The Bronx Warriors). IL COMMISSARIO DI FERRO (THE IRON COMMISSIONER) Commissario Mariani (Maurizio Merli) has been taking down crooks for years, and these days the weight of it shows. He's divorced, his son thinks of him more as a friend than a father, his superiors are critical of him, and even the children of people he put away are coming after him. But he's not the Iron Commissioner for nothing, and however seasoned, he's not afraid to knock around a few hoods to get the job done. When a kidnapping occurs too close to home, Mariani doesn't hesitate to spring into action. A remarkably efficient and realistic feature from technical journeyman Stelvio Massi (Five Women for the Killer), showing plenty of tricks up his sleeve, it also stars Janet Agren (Bakterion), Ettore Mani (A.A.A. Masseuse, Good-Looking, Offers Her Services), and Chris Avram (Obscene Desire). Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Region Free Blu-ray Set 2. Newly scanned and restored in 2K from their 35mm original negatives 3. Reversible sleeve artwork 4. Newly translated English subtitles DAY OF THE COBRA extras 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani, Troy Howarth, and Nathaniel Thompson 2. "The Director Who Looked Like a Stuntman" (24 min) - an interview with director/writer Enzo G. Castellari 3. "Henchman with a Heart of Gold" (22 min) - an interview with actor/stuntman Massimo Vanni DIRTY GANG extras: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Troy Howarth 2. "The Nonviolent Professional" (20 min) - an interview with actor Luc Merenda 3. "A Beautiful Ugly Face" (24 min) - an interview with actor Corrado Solari THE IRON COMMISSIONER extras: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani and Nanni Cobretti 2. "Free Hand for a Tough DOP" (23 min) - an interview with cinematographer Sergio Rubini 3. "The Purest Form of Poliziesco" (20 min) - an interview with assistant director Danilo Massi Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 1 [Blu-ray Set] Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 1 Set Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews $44.99$44.99 Add to cart

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. As the 70s progressed and the poliziottesco field grew more crowded, some directors sought new frontiers and different spaces, growing the genre into unusual locales and sometimes even shooting films abroad. In this second volume, we bring you a trio of Italian crime rarities which made creative use of atypical settings. BLUE NUDE: Rocco has come to New York City from Italy, confident that as long as he hangs in there, he’ll one day make it in showbiz. In between wandering Times Square dazzled by its glitzy signage, a friend ropes him into acting in a hardcore film where he encounters Lilly, an established female porn actor. Barely scraping by, he finds himself taken advantage of by managers, young women, and crooked cops, all eager for a wide-eyed immigrant to abuse or extort. He hopes for a future with Lilly, but when harsh violence enters into Rocco's life, nothing can stop him from lashing out in this sordid world in which he's ended up. A one-of-a-kind document of late 70s street level Manhattan (and actual period sex film sets) from writer/director Luigi Scattini (Witchcraft 70), it stars Gerardo Amato (Sweets for a Stranger) as Rocco, Susan McBain (Barbara Broadcast), Renato Romano (The Bird with the Crystal Plumage), Robert Kerman (Debbie Does Dallas), and director/actor Carter Stevens (The Passions of Carol). NO ALLA VIOLENZA (NO TO VIOLENCE aka DEATH HUNT): In the picturesque Sicilian port city of Messina, Inspector Ettore Manetti (Al Cliver) is beginning to crumble. Violent crime is rampant, bikers have just beaten and killed a police officer, and now he’s now been handed the job of catching three dangerous prison escapees. As the trio begins a series of kidnappings, they run down a little girl while narrowly evading capture. Tano, the girl’s father, begins his own vigilante crusade as he ferociously strikes down anyone in his path in search of the men responsible. Exceedingly, violence is no longer limited to just the criminals. Ostensibly a passion project from prolific Messina-born actor Tano Cimarosa (Reflections in Black), who's credited with writing, directing, and playing the vigilante role, this regional film liberally showcases both scenic locations and shocking brutality. Also starring Paola Quattrini (The Case of the Bloody Iris), Ninetto Davoli (The Decameron), and Federico Boido (I Am Sartana, Your Angel of Death). POLIZIA SELVAGGIA (SAVAGE POLICE) aka CANI (MURDERER): Ahmet toils away in Istanbul’s lowest rung of petty crime, berated even by other thieves who call him the Leech. Stalking the streets for any potential score, he snatches a man’s briefcase and steals his car, accidentally killing a detective in the process. When a manhunt ensues, Ahmet strains to flee the country, emboldened by the fact that the briefcase was packed with cash. Murat (Turkish star Tarık Akan), partner of the dead detective, sets out on his own path of vengeance while Ahmet’s cruel desperation forces him into taking hostages in order to evade the police. This ambitious Turkish-Italian co-production written and directed by Guido Zurli (Black Deep Throat) heaps on psychotic sleaze and a truly vicious, depraved antagonist in Ahmet. Also starring Karin Well (Burial Ground), Edilio Kim (A White Dress for Marialé), and George Ardisson (The Long Hair of Death). Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Region Free Blu-ray Set 2. Newly scanned and restored from their 35mm original negatives 3. Newly translated English subtitles for all films BLUE NUDE: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani & Troy Howarth 2. "Peeping Luigi" (28 min) - an interview with film historian Franco Grattarola DEATH HUNT: 1. Presented in its original Italian soundtrack with newly translated English subtitles and its English dub soundtrack 2. Commentary track with film historian & critic Rachael Nisbet 3. "Mr. Cimarosa, I Presume?" (12 min) - an archival audio interview with writer/director/actor Tano Cimarosa 4. "Respect for Don Tano" (14 min) - an interview with film scholar Giacomo Di Nicolò SAVAGE POLICE: 1. Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani & Troy Howarth 2. "Irony Before All" (18 min) - an archival audio interview with director/co-writer Guido Zurli 3. "Once a Hero" (19 min) - an archival interview with actor Giorgio Ardisson 4. "The Italo-Turkish Disconnection" (24 min) - an interview with film historian Luca Rea 5. Alternate Turkish version of POLIZIA SELVAGGIA aka CANI (MURDERER) in standard definition (95 min) Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 2 [Blu-ray Set] Eurocrime Rarities: Volume 2 Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. In the near future, video games have evolved to a point where they are able to biologically interact with players through the use of an electronic umbilical cord. Allegra Geller has created eXistenZ, a highly anticipated virtual reality game which has come under fire for its potential ability to effectively warp players' perceptions of reality. When an anti-game zealot attempts to murder Allegra during a demo, she narrowly escapes with the help of her publicist, Ted Pikul. However, Allegra discovers that the only master copy of the game might have been damaged during the attack and convinces Ted to test it with her. After Ted reluctantly agrees, the pair enter the virtual world of eXistenZ, but it’s not long before they start becoming uncertain as to where the violent gameplay ends and reality begins… Director David Cronenberg’s (Videodrome, Crash) masterpiece of sci-fi horror for the video game age, eXistenZ stars two-time Academy Award nominee Jude Law (The Talented Mr. Ripley), Oscar® nominee Jennifer Jason Leigh (Single White Female), and four-time Oscar® nominee Willem Dafoe (Platoon). Action-packed from beginning to end, and featuring memorable creature effects designed by Stephan Dupuis (Scanners), loaded with a consummate selection of new and archival extras, Vinegar Syndrome is proud to present the 4K UHD debut of this slime-filled look at a virtual future which might become reality sooner than we'd like to think. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm interpositive 4. Brand new commentary track with film historian Dr. Jennifer Moorman 5. Archival commentary track with director David Cronenberg 6. Archival commentary track with cinematographer Peter Suschitzky 7. Archival commentary track with visual effects supervisor Jim Isaac 8. "Crafting (un)Reality" (22 min) - a brand new interview with art director Tamara Deverell on building the worlds of eXistenZ 9. "Frankenstein Syndrome" (9 min) - a brand new interview with make-up effects artist Stephan Dupuis on bringing eXistenZ to life 10. "Sticking with Genius" (10 min) - a brand new interview with producer Robert Lantos 11. "The Art of the Title" (7 min) - a brand new interview with opening title designer Robert Pilichowski 12. "Frame by Frame: The Invisible Art of Production Designer Carol Spier" (48 min) - archival featurette 13. Archival Promotional Featurette (7 min) 14. Archival Special Effects Featurette (4 min) 15. Promotional & behind-the-scenes still gallery 16. Theatrical trailer 17. Archival EPK interviews with: director David Cronenberg (4 min), actor Jude Law (15 min), actress Jennifer Jason Leigh (2 min), actor Willem Dafoe (7 min) and visual effects supervisor Jim Isaac (28 min) 18. Reversible sleeve artwork 19. English SDH subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Inspired by his vivid dreams of flying through space and elaborate electrical grids, and fueled by comic books and classic sci-fi, 8th-grader Ben fantasizes about a way to explore the Universe. When his friend Wolfgang manages to build a matching circuit board from Ben's hazily-sketched diagrams of his dreams, the board eerily begins to program itself, resulting in precisely the technology they need to secretly cobble together a real spacecraft in a backyard. Along with their friend Darren, they venture out of suburbia and blast into the cosmos seeking whatever alien life they can find — perhaps even something which was reaching out to them all along. A sentimental adventure of childhood wonder and the regenerative cycle of pop culture (and B-movies), which links '80s childhoods to the fantasy of '50s sci-fi, Joe Dante's EXPLORERS shows the Piranha director's unique skill in blending genres. Featuring childhood film debuts from Ethan Hawke (Dead Poets Society) and River Phoenix (Sneakers), with Robert Picardo (The Howling) and, naturally, Dick Miller (Gremlins), it also boasts extensive use of a broad range of effects by Rob Bottin and visuals from Industrial Light & Magic, as well as an epic score by Jerry Goldsmith (Alien). Vinegar Syndrome Ultra is proud to present this cult film to 4K UHD in both its theatrical and home video versions, newly scanned and restored from its 35mm original camera negative, and featuring a brand new extended making-of documentary produced exclusively for this release. Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray x2 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary with the Movie Oubliette podcast (Theatrical Version) 5. "The Thunder Road: Making Explorers" - an all-new 77-minute documentary produced and edited by Elijah Drenner, exclusive for this release. Featuring new interviews with director Joe Dante, screenwriter Eric Luke, producer Mike Finnell, 2nd A.D. Carol Green, actor Robert Picardo, sound designer Mark Mangini, members of the ILM visual effects team, and newly discovered, never-before-seen on-set interviews with actors Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Jason Presson, make-up effects artist Rob Bottin, production designer Robert Boyle, and many more! 6. "A Science Fiction Fairy Tale" (64 min) - a making-of documentary from 2021 7. Deleted scenes - with commentary by director Joe Dante (34 min) 8. Original 1985 Electronic Press Kit (5 min) 9. "The Tale of the Farmer and the Wise Man" (10 min) - a 1976 UCLA student film by Explorers screenwriter Eric Luke 10. Still gallery (5 min) 11. Theatrical trailer 12. Teaser trailer 13. Reversible sleeve artwork 14. English SDH subtitles Explorers [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Explorers 4K UHD Set Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Inspired by his vivid dreams of flying through space and elaborate electrical grids, and fueled by comic books and classic sci-fi, 8th-grader Ben fantasizes about a way to explore the Universe. When his friend Wolfgang manages to build a matching circuit board from Ben's hazily-sketched diagrams of his dreams, the board eerily begins to program itself, resulting in precisely the technology they need to secretly cobble together a real spacecraft in a backyard. Along with their friend Darren, they venture out of suburbia and blast into the cosmos seeking whatever alien life they can find — perhaps even something which was reaching out to them all along. A sentimental adventure of childhood wonder and the regenerative cycle of pop culture (and B-movies), which links '80s childhoods to the fantasy of '50s sci-fi, Joe Dante's EXPLORERS shows the Piranha director's unique skill in blending genres. Featuring childhood film debuts from Ethan Hawke (Dead Poets Society) and River Phoenix (Sneakers), with Robert Picardo (The Howling) and, naturally, Dick Miller (Gremlins), it also boasts extensive use of a broad range of effects by Rob Bottin and visuals from Industrial Light & Magic, as well as an epic score by Jerry Goldsmith (Alien). Vinegar Syndrome Ultra is proud to present this cult film to 4K UHD in both its theatrical and home video versions, newly scanned and restored from its 35mm original camera negative, and featuring a brand new extended making-of documentary produced exclusively for this release. Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray x2 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary with the Movie Oubliette podcast (Theatrical Version) 5. "The Thunder Road: Making Explorers" - an all-new 77-minute documentary produced and edited by Elijah Drenner, exclusive for this release. Featuring new interviews with director Joe Dante, screenwriter Eric Luke, producer Mike Finnell, 2nd A.D. Carol Green, actor Robert Picardo, sound designer Mark Mangini, members of the ILM visual effects team, and newly discovered, never-before-seen on-set interviews with actors Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Jason Presson, make-up effects artist Rob Bottin, production designer Robert Boyle, and many more! 6. "A Science Fiction Fairy Tale" (64 min) - a making-of documentary from 2021 7. Deleted scenes - with commentary by director Joe Dante (34 min) 8. Original 1985 Electronic Press Kit (5 min) 9. "The Tale of the Farmer and the Wise Man" (10 min) - a 1976 UCLA student film by Explorers screenwriter Eric Luke 10. Still gallery (5 min) 11. Theatrical trailer 12. Teaser trailer 13. Reversible sleeve artwork 14. English SDH subtitles Explorers [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Explorers 4K UHD Set Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Inspired by his vivid dreams of flying through space and elaborate electrical grids, and fueled by comic books and classic sci-fi, 8th-grader Ben fantasizes about a way to explore the Universe. When his friend Wolfgang manages to build a matching circuit board from Ben's hazily-sketched diagrams of his dreams, the board eerily begins to program itself, resulting in precisely the technology they need to secretly cobble together a real spacecraft in a backyard. Along with their friend Darren, they venture out of suburbia and blast into the cosmos seeking whatever alien life they can find — perhaps even something which was reaching out to them all along. A sentimental adventure of childhood wonder and the regenerative cycle of pop culture (and B-movies), which links '80s childhoods to the fantasy of '50s sci-fi, Joe Dante's EXPLORERS shows the Piranha director's unique skill in blending genres. Featuring childhood film debuts from Ethan Hawke (Dead Poets Society) and River Phoenix (Sneakers), with Robert Picardo (The Howling) and, naturally, Dick Miller (Gremlins), it also boasts extensive use of a broad range of effects by Rob Bottin and visuals from Industrial Light & Magic, as well as an epic score by Jerry Goldsmith (Alien). Vinegar Syndrome Ultra is proud to present this cult film to 4K UHD in both its theatrical and home video versions, newly scanned and restored from its 35mm original camera negative, and featuring a brand new extended making-of documentary produced exclusively for this release. Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray x2 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary with the Movie Oubliette podcast (Theatrical Version) 5. "The Thunder Road: Making Explorers" - an all-new 77-minute documentary produced and edited by Elijah Drenner, exclusive for this release. Featuring new interviews with director Joe Dante, screenwriter Eric Luke, producer Mike Finnell, 2nd A.D. Carol Green, actor Robert Picardo, sound designer Mark Mangini, members of the ILM visual effects team, and newly discovered, never-before-seen on-set interviews with actors Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Jason Presson, make-up effects artist Rob Bottin, production designer Robert Boyle, and many more! 6. "A Science Fiction Fairy Tale" (64 min) - a making-of documentary from 2021 7. Deleted scenes - with commentary by director Joe Dante (34 min) 8. Original 1985 Electronic Press Kit (5 min) 9. "The Tale of the Farmer and the Wise Man" (10 min) - a 1976 UCLA student film by Explorers screenwriter Eric Luke 10. Still gallery (5 min) 11. Theatrical trailer 12. Teaser trailer 13. Reversible sleeve artwork 14. English SDH subtitles Explorers [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Explorers 4K UHD Set Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. What question has plagued mankind more than the mystery—and terror—of death? This forbidden pursuit has driven Dr. Frances B. Gröss to the brink of madness, but in his obsession, he has amassed a uniquely comprehensive collection of films that depict life in its final, grueling moments. From the savagery of cold-blooded murder to the perverse realities of war, tragic accidents, and the everyday lives of those who collect, dissect, and bury the dead, this descent into morbidity exposes a truth that all of us will one day face. One of the most banned, censored, controversial, and notorious films ever made, FACES OF DEATH (1979) changed cinema forever. A surprise home video blockbuster that spawned three sequels, the film was met with both praise and condemnation, along with legions of fans and hordes of protestors. Skillfully combining grueling imagery depicting the stark reality of mortality, blended with cleverly staged, ultra-gory re-enactments of murders, suicides, executions, and more too horrible to imagine, Vinegar Syndrome Archive is excited to at last bring FACES OF DEATH to 4K UHD newly restored from its long-lost camera original, and presented completely uncut and fully sourced from film elements for the first time on disc, it remains just as shocking today as it was nearly 50 years ago. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm and 16mm original camera negative 4. Commentary with director Conan Le Cilaire, moderated by Michael Felsher 5. "Buried Footage" - newly discovered, never-before-seen outtakes 6. "Choice Cuts" - an archival featurette with editor Glenn Turner 7. "The Death Makers" - an archival featurette with effects creators Allan Apone and Douglas White 8. "Many Faces of Death" - scholars and genre experts examine the controversial origins and lasting cultural impact of Faces of Death 9. Isolated music track 10. Archival outtakes 11. Trailer 12. Reversible sleeve artwork 13. English SDH subtitles Faces of Death [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Faces of Death 4K UHD Set Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews $31.99 with 42 percent savings$31.99 Add to cart

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. What question has plagued mankind more than the mystery—and terror—of death? This forbidden pursuit has driven Dr. Frances B. Gröss to the brink of madness, but in his obsession, he has amassed a uniquely comprehensive collection of films that depict life in its final, grueling moments. From the savagery of cold-blooded murder to the perverse realities of war, tragic accidents, and the everyday lives of those who collect, dissect, and bury the dead, this descent into morbidity exposes a truth that all of us will one day face. One of the most banned, censored, controversial, and notorious films ever made, FACES OF DEATH (1979) changed cinema forever. A surprise home video blockbuster that spawned three sequels, the film was met with both praise and condemnation, along with legions of fans and hordes of protestors. Skillfully combining grueling imagery depicting the stark reality of mortality, blended with cleverly staged, ultra-gory re-enactments of murders, suicides, executions, and more too horrible to imagine, Vinegar Syndrome Archive is excited to at last bring FACES OF DEATH to 4K UHD newly restored from its long-lost camera original, and presented completely uncut and fully sourced from film elements for the first time on disc, it remains just as shocking today as it was nearly 50 years ago. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm and 16mm original camera negative 4. Commentary with director Conan Le Cilaire, moderated by Michael Felsher 5. "Buried Footage" - newly discovered, never-before-seen outtakes 6. "Choice Cuts" - an archival featurette with editor Glenn Turner 7. "The Death Makers" - an archival featurette with effects creators Allan Apone and Douglas White 8. "Many Faces of Death" - scholars and genre experts examine the controversial origins and lasting cultural impact of Faces of Death 9. Isolated music track 10. Archival outtakes 11. Trailer 12. Reversible sleeve artwork 13. English SDH subtitles Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Faces of Death [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Faces of Death 4K UHD Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Following a well-needed two-year hiatus, the erudite Dr. Francis B. Gröss returns to further ponder and expose the mysteries of death. Hardly content with his initial morbid surveys of the forbidden, rarely discussed topic of how life ends, he pushes further to show nature's wintry grasp on life, how finality arrives in the boxing ring, and other lethal sights so shockingly primal they beg to be seen. Enthusiastically expanding his sweeping investigations on crime and human atrocities, Gröss paints a shattering and unparalleled portrait of mortality. Following the unprecedented success of its shocking predecessor, the filmmakers behind Faces of Death created a film even more unsettling in its stark and unflinching realism, offering an even deeper descent into the depravity and savagery of humanity with FACES OF DEATH II (1981). From fatal accidents to the unspeakable cruelty of war, medical experiments, and other abominable acts too heinous to describe, no facet of man’s destruction of his fellow man is left unexplored. Vinegar Syndrome Archive reluctantly brings this even more notorious sequel to 4K UHD and Blu-ray, presented in its fully uncut and uncensored original theatrical version, available for the first time on video in the US, newly restored from its 35mm negative. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original negative elements 4. Alternate 78-minute U.S. Video Version of FACES OF DEATH II (sourced from video) 5. A never-before-seen deleted scene from FACES OF DEATH II (5 min) 6. Footage from the assassination attempt on President Ronald Reagan, which was included in some home video versions of FACES OF DEATH II (3 min) 7. Video trailer 8. Reversible sleeve artwork 9. English SDH subtitles Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Faces of Death II [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Faces of Death II 4K UHD Set

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. The shocking analysis of death in full color continues in the expanded, ambitious FACES OF DEATH III! Amid the ongoing success of their appalling series of video-rental favorites, the makers of Faces of Death decided to branch out and make a more conventional "mondo movie." The result was FEAR, an exploration of fears, superstitions, urban legends, and the real-life carnage that so often accompanies them. Despite having had a brief release in Europe, by the time a US debut was ready, the runaway demand for Faces of Death sequels was so overwhelming that FEAR was re-tooled and re-titled to FACES OF DEATH 3, which featured the return of the erudite Dr. Francis B. Gröss (Michael Carr) in video-only hosting segments. Even with the enduring popularity (and wild notoriety) of the Faces of Death series on home video, audiences have been deprived for over forty years of the opportunity to see what is easily the most unusual and unexpected release from the Faces of Death universe. Vinegar Syndrome Archive is very proud to bring this wild and original mondo production to 4K UHD, painstakingly restored to its initial theatrical version as FEAR, in addition to its much more commonly seen FACES OF DEATH III video version, and packaged with an array of extra features. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 16mm original camera negative 4. Alternate Faces of Death III video version, sourced from standard definition tape 5. Isolated music track 6. Reversible sleeve artwork 7. English SDH subtitles Top Similar From the Brand Questions Reviews Faces of Death III [4K UHD + Blu-ray Set] Faces of Death III 4K UHD Set

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Movie warehouse gofer and socially awkward cinephile Eric Binford (Dennis Christopher) took the relentless teasing for his film fixation in stride. Well, he did to a point... because after being blown off by a Marilyn Monroe lookalike (Linda Kerridge), the frustrated fanboy started dressing as some of his favorite Hollywood killers and re-enacted their celluloid crimes, with his tormentors as the targets. Referential revenger co-stars Mickey Rourke, Tim Thomerson, Eve Brent. 102 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English (SDH); audio commentary; featurettes; image gallery; theatrical trailer.

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An attack on a Brazilian research apiary leads to swarms of South American killer bees on the loose in the United States, where no one-from marchers at the Pasadena Rose Parade to the U.N. General Assembly-is safe from their deadly sting. Is there a way to end the lethal aerial attacks? John Saxon, Angel Tompkins, and John Carradine star as scientists looking for a way to stop the bees bee-fore it's too late. Director’s cut; 92 min. Two-disc set.

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Welcome to Terminal Island, "where we dump our human garbage!" A death penalty ban leads California to send it's convicted murderers-men and women alike-to a remote isle with no guards, no rules, and no hope of escape. Now two rival factions are fighting for control, and it's "kill or be killed!" Randy Boone, Phyllis Davis, Marta Kristen, Don Marshall, and Tom Selleck as a doctor star in this brutal exploitation gem. 88 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English. Two-disc set.

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Welcome to Terminal Island, "where we dump our human garbage!" A death penalty ban leads California to send it's convicted murderers-men and women alike-to a remote isle with no guards, no rules, and no hope of escape. Now two rival factions are fighting for control, and it's "kill or be killed!" Randy Boone, Phyllis Davis, Marta Kristen, Don Marshall, and Tom Selleck as a doctor star in this brutal exploitation gem. 88 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English. Two-disc set.

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. There's always been something wrong with Andrew Williams. Despite being a straight-A, model student, his nerdy demeanor, difficulty fitting in, and generally unpleasant attitude have long made him a social outcast. Harassed by the jocks, ignored by girls, and simply an all-around loner, Andrew soon discovers that he has secret, supernatural powers which he can use against his bullies. But as those who have wronged him start to meet horrifying ends, Andrew makes an even more startling self-discovery: he is literally the Antichrist and his purpose in life is to bring about the end of the world… A marvel of truly independent horror filmmaking, FEAR NO EVIL was created by first-time filmmaker Frank LaLoggia (Lady in White) when he was only 25 years old, with a cast and crew largely composed of Western New York area locals. Boasting a starring turn from former child actor Stefan Arngrim (TV's Land of the Giants), it was an instant smash hit thanks to its cleverly-written characters and legendary special effects-fueled final act. With its skillful combination of early Satanic Panic tropes and elements of a juvenile delinquent thriller, the film went on to become both a drive-in theater and video rental favorite. Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to present the world 4K UHD debut of this highly ambitious, bloody shocker restored from its original negative, and devilishly packed with extras including a bounty of fresh interviews, a brand new commentary and interview with LaLoggia, along with rarely seen archival materials. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Brand new commentary with writer/director Frank LaLoggia 5. "Lucifer C'est Moi" (57 min) - a featurette with writer/director Frank LaLoggia by Eugenio Ercolani 6. "Blood, Smoke & Mirrors" (20 min) - a featurette with special visual effects supervisor Peter Kuran, special photographic effects artist John D. Eggett, and pyrotechnician/special animator Susan Turner 7. "Small Town Horror" (19 min) - a featurette with Rochester crew Fredrick Armstrong of Animatus Studio and Ken Reimer on the set of FEAR NO EVIL 8. Original Super 8mm behind-the-scenes footage with commentary by Frederick Armstrong (17 min) 9. Extensive behind-the-scenes footage, courtesy of Frank LaLoggia (117 min) 10. Original trailer 11. TV spots 12. Reversible sleeve artwork 13. English SDH subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. A fledgling film crew, led by the lovable, yet blind, director Larry Benjamin, is hard at work making - or at least trying to make - Benjamin’s latest and most ridiculous movie. But problems with a difficult cast, an inexperienced and distracted crew, special effects that don’t quite work, and more are soon upended when members of the production team begin to be murdered in increasingly strange and convoluted ways. As the rickety production grinds to a halt, and tensions and distrust flare, the mystery assailant continues to strike. Will Larry and his ragtag team of creative misfits be able to band together and unmask the monstrous force hellbent on killing off the movie's cast and crew before everyone left is reduced to piles of bloody pulp? Acclaimed filmmaker Lloyd Kaufman’s (The Toxic Avenger) twisted take on a meta-movie, TERROR FIRMER is a splatter-fueled shock-fest-cum-murder-mystery which pushes the concept of bad taste to its wildest and most creative extremes, as only Troma can do. Featuring an ensemble cast of Troma alums including Will Keenan (Tromeo and Juliet), Trent Haaga (Tales of Halloween), legendary "Scream Queen" Debbie Rochon (Tromeo and Juliet), Joe Fleishaker (Troma's War), along with guest appearances from esteemed filmmakers Eli Roth (Hostel), Joe Lynch (Wrong Turn 2), Matt Stone & Trey Parker (South Park) and Lemmy Killmister (of the band Motörhead) as himself, this wildly over-the-top ode to independent filmmaking at last comes to UHD from Vinegar Syndrome, newly restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative and heaped with extensive new and archival extras. Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray x2 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with director Lloyd Kaufman 5. Commentary track with editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath 6. Commentary track with actors Will Keenan, Debbie Rochon, and Trent Haaga 7. "Cinema Through Chaos" (48 min) - a brand new retrospective documentary on the making of Terror Firmer featuring director Lloyd Kaufman, writer Douglas Buck, editor Gabriel Friedman, co-stars Will Keenan, Trent Haaga, Debbie Rochon, Sean Pierce, Greg "G-Spot" Siebel, Charlotte Kaufman and crew members Joe Lynch and Eric "Zork" Alan 8. "Lloyd Gets Spooked" (17 min) - a new featurette detailing the Minneapolis premiere of Terror Firmer in January of 2000, featuring Lloyd Kaufman and members of Carshool-Film-O-Rama 9. "The Zork-ive" - newly discovered on-set interviews from Tromaville's own Eric "Zork" Alan made during the filming of Terror Firmer with: director Lloyd Kaufman (8 min), actress Alyce LaTourelle (13 min), actress Reverend Jen Miller (8 min), Lemmy (4 min), actor Roy David (8 min), actor Trent Haaga (3 min), actor Yaniv Sharon (7 min), and actor Joe Franklin (13 min) 10. "Terror Firmer" with inserted deleted scenes (sourced from standard definition video), with an optional commentary track by editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath (124 min) 11. "Farts of Darkness: The Making of Terror Firmer" (99 min) - a feature-length archival making-of documentary 12. "A Look Behind the Scenes 20 Years Later" (14 min) - a making-of documentary from 2019 13. Alternate unused mock behind-the-scenes footage (14 min) 14. Audition footage (6 min) 15. Bloopers (6 min) 16. Interview with actress Charlotte Kaufman (3 min) 17. Deleted scenes with optional commentary by editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath (16 min) 18. Storyboard comparison for the escalator scene (3 min) 19. "Gyno Talk" with actress Alyce LaTourelle (3 min) 20. Archival introduction by Lloyd Kaufman (3 min) 21. Theatrical trailer 22. Teaser trailer 23. Reversible sleeve artwork 24. English SDH subtitles

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Police inspector Edward Delaney, nearing retirement, is trying to care for his bedridden wife Barbara while he tracks a serial killer who is terrorizing New York.

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The goriest, sexiest and funniest filming ever of the classic chiller stars Udo Kier as the doctor who gleefully goes around dismembering townsfolk for parts for his monsters. Meanwhile, his sex-starved wife and lab assistant have other things on their minds. With Joe Dallesandro, Monique Van Vooren; Paul Morrissey directs. AKA: "Andy Warhol's Frankenstein." 96 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English (SDH);Featurettes; radio spots; image gallery;theatrical trailer; more. Three-disc set.

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A deranged aristocrat experiments with body parts in this lurid, campy, and graphic spin on the Frankenstein myth.

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The goriest, sexiest and funniest filming ever of the classic chiller stars Udo Kier as the doctor who gleefully goes around dismembering townsfolk for parts for his monsters. Meanwhile, his sex-starved wife and lab assistant have other things on their minds. With Joe Dallesandro, Monique Van Vooren; Paul Morrissey directs. AKA: "Andy Warhol's Frankenstein." 96 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English (SDH);Featurettes; radio spots; image gallery;theatrical trailer; more. Three-disc set.

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Los Angeles detectives hunt the operators of a brutal sex-trafficking ring in this grim direct-to-video thriller.

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An attack on a Brazilian research apiary leads to swarms of South American killer bees on the loose in the United States, where no one-from marchers at the Pasadena Rose Parade to the U.N. General Assembly-is safe from their deadly sting. Is there a way to end the lethal aerial attacks? John Saxon, Angel Tompkins, and John Carradine star as scientists looking for a way to stop the bees bee-fore it's too late. Director’s cut; 92 min. Two-disc set.

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Faulk University (or, 'F.U.') has the wildest and most sex crazed fraternity on campus: I Phelta Thi. The guys are willing to try anything, and anyone, to get laid, which they do with great regularity and success; pulling pranks and punches to get into the pants of each and every nubile sorority girl on campus!

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On the run from L.A. social services, abused teen Vanessa Lutz (Reese Witherspoon) takes a ride from youth counselor Bob Wolverton (Kiefer Sutherland). After opening up to him about her troubled life, she comes to learn he's a notorious highway serial killer... and their fates bizarrely intertwine from there. A creepy spin on "Red Riding Hood" is offered by this edgy, darkly humorous thriller; Dan Hedaya, Brooke Shields, Amanda Plummer, Bokeem Woodbine also star. 102 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English DTS-HD stereo Master Audio; Subtitles: English (SDH); audio commentary; featurettes; more.

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On the run from L.A. social services, abused teen Vanessa Lutz (Reese Witherspoon) takes a ride from youth counselor Bob Wolverton (Kiefer Sutherland). After opening up to him about her troubled life, she comes to learn he's a notorious highway serial killer... and their fates bizarrely intertwine from there. A creepy spin on "Red Riding Hood" is offered by this edgy, darkly humorous thriller; Dan Hedaya, Brooke Shields, Amanda Plummer, Bokeem Woodbine also star. 102 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English DTS-HD stereo Master Audio; Subtitles: English (SDH); audio commentary; featurettes; more.

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Facing years in lockup for the string of johns she rolled, bulimic teenage hooker Crystal (Natasha Lyonne) partnered with adolescent serial killer Angela (María Celedonio) to break out of their mental hospital. They leave a bloody path all the way to Tijuana, where Angela hoped they'd find shelter with her longtime spiritual guru (Vincent Gallo)... but the destination might not be any less violent than the journey. Matthew Bright's in-name-only follow-up co-stars David Alan Grier, Michael T. Weiss, Max Perlich. 97 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English (SDH); making-of documentary; featurettes; image gallery; more. Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Freeway II: Confessions of a Trickbaby

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Facing years in lockup for the string of johns she rolled, bulimic teenage hooker Crystal (Natasha Lyonne) partnered with adolescent serial killer Angela (María Celedonio) to break out of their mental hospital. They leave a bloody path all the way to Tijuana, where Angela hoped they'd find shelter with her longtime spiritual guru (Vincent Gallo)... but the destination might not be any less violent than the journey. Matthew Bright's in-name-only follow-up co-stars David Alan Grier, Michael T. Weiss, Max Perlich. 97 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English (SDH); making-of documentary; featurettes; image gallery; more. Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Freeway II: Confessions of a Trickbaby

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Conrad Radzoff (Ferdy Mayne) was the biggest name in horror movies for decades until, one day, he died of a heart attack. Determined to celebrate his life, and death, the members of a local horror film society steal his freshly buried corpse and decide to host a party, in his honor, at their old and lavish mansion. Unaware that Radzoff's interest in horror extended beyond the silver screen and into the black arts, his corpse is soon re-animated and he begins exacting a bloody revenge against those who disturbed his final resting place. Slyly combining 80s slasher tropes with an insightful and self reflective look at the meaning of horror movies and death itself, Norman Thaddeus Vane's FRIGHTMARE (originally known as THE HORROR STAR) is a quick witted and suspenseful tribute to classic horror cinema. With captivating cinematography by Joel King (JUST BEFORE DAWN) and supporting performances from Jeffrey Combs (RE-ANIMATOR), Luca Bercovici and Leon Askin, FRIGHTMARE has been newly restored from it's original camera negative and is coming to Blu-ray for the very first time!

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Psychiatrist Katherine McMichaels (Barbara Crampton) was tasked with evaluating young scientist Crawford Tillinghast (Jeffrey Combs), arrested for the grisly murder of his mentor Dr. Pretorius (Ted Sorel). She comes to believe that Pretorius had created a window into other dimensions... and that the invention can allow the unholy and hungry beasts without to cross over. Stuart Gordon reunited with his "Re-Animator" principals for another shocking take on H.P. Lovecraft's prose; Ken Foree co-stars. 86 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: Englih (SDH); audio commentary; featurettes; image gallery; theatrical trailer.

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This outrageous German horror double feature follows a barrage of demonic possession, satanic rituals, and bargain-basement gore across two deliriously strange shot-on-video shockers.

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Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Vinegar Syndrome proudly presents AC Stephen's FUGITIVE GIRLS, the fourth release in our Limited Edition Sexploitation Signature Series. This Blu-ray/DVD combo is strictly limited to 2,500 units. Beautiful Sheila (Donna Young) is implicated in a fatal liquor store shooting committed by her boyfriend. Sent to an all-female work camp, she quickly finds herself at the mercy of four other violent and lust crazed prisoners who force her into their daring escape plan. Once on the outside, the five fugitives embark on a brutal and sex filled rampage across the countryside, while making their way to a mystery site rumored to have a buried suitcase full of money! Director AC Stephen's most accomplished film, FUGITIVE GIRLS is a quick paced hybrid of action and sexploitation, which co-stars the beautiful Rene Bond and Tallie Cochran, and featuring a typically jaw-dropping screenplay from Ed Wood (who also appears in the film!). Long available only in poor quality bootlegs or heavily censored versions, Vinegar Syndrome brings this drive-in classic to Blu-ray totally uncut and uncensored and newly restored from its camera negative. Bonus Features: 1. Newly scanned and restored in 2k from the 35mm original camera negative 2. Limited Edition of 2,500 units 3. Commentary track with: Frank Henenlotter (Exploitation filmmaker) and Rudolph Grey (Ed Wood biographer) 4. Archival audio interview with Tallie Cochrane (actress), moderated by Casey Scott 5. Original theatrical trailer 6. Original promo trailer 7. English SDH Subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Trelkovsky, freshly arrived in Paris, is in desperate need of a place to live. After inquiring at a large apartment complex run by the brooding Monsieur Zy, he’s offered the room of Simone Choule, a resident who recently attempted suicide by throwing herself out of the window. Undeterred by this macabre event, Trelkovsky is happy to move in. Shortly thereafter, he meets Stella, Simone's friend, and does his best to comfort and befriend her. Quickly integrating into Stella’s bohemian social scene, Trelkovsky hopes that his life is finally turning a corner; that is, until his new neighbors begin acting strangely, making wild accusations against him, and displaying increasingly sinister and violent behaviors. As the weeks go on, Trelkovsky begins to suspect that something is very wrong in the stuffy old building and that Simone’s fatal plunge might not have been her own doing… From maverick director Roman Polanski (Chinatown, Rosemary’s Baby) comes one of the most unusual and unsettling studio thrillers of the 1970s: THE TENANT. Adapted from Roland Topor’s cult novel, Polanski casts himself in the lead, offering a uniquely demented and outrageously funny performance, and is supported by Melvyn Douglas (The Changeling), Shelly Winters (Night of the Hunter, Lolita), and Isabelle Adjani (Possession). Featuring cinematography by two-time Oscar® winner Sven Nykvist (Cries and Whispers) along with an original score by acclaimed composer Philippe Sarde (La Grande Bouffe), Vinegar Syndrome is thrilled to present the 4K UHD debut of THE TENANT, newly and exclusively restored in 4K from its original camera negative and featuring a wide array of new and archival extras including an expanded interview with Polanski himself. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD (High Bitrate UHD100) / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Presented in its original English language mono soundtrack 5. Commentary with film historians Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson 6. Paranoid in Paris (22 min) - an interview with co-writer/director/actor Roman Polanski 7. Waiting for The Tenant (16 min) - an interview with actor André Penvern 8. Room to Let (22 min) - author and film historian Stephen Thrower on The Tenant 9. The Invisible Performer (15 min) - an interview with assistant cameraman François Catonné 10. Keeping Continuity (5 min) - an interview with script supervisor Sylvette Baudrot 11. Audio Interview with co-writer Roland Topor by journalist Frédéric Levy (6 min) 12. Audio Interview with co-writer Gérard Brach by journalist Frédéric Levy (5 min) 13. A Visit to the Locations of The Tenant (11 min) 14. Reversible sleeve artwork 15. English SDH subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Dodger (Mackenzie Astin) finds himself in Captain Manzini’s (Anthony Newley) antique shop, seeking refuge from a group of bullies. Manzini, a friend and protector of Dodger, provides him a safe haven while warning Dodger not to touch a grimy-looking garbage can crusted with slime. When the bullies find Dodger, a fight breaks out, and the garbage can topples over, releasing a bevy of pint-sized, grotesque aliens known as the Garbage Pail Kids®. The kids – Ali Gator, Nat Nerd, Greaser Greg, Foul Phil, Messy Tessie, and Valerie Vomit – befriend Dodger and help him get revenge against his bullies, defying the laws of good taste in the process! Based on the popular Topps trading cards, THE GARBAGE PAIL KIDS® MOVIE captures the irreverence and gross-out humor of its source, mixing obnoxious gags with painstakingly disgusting make-up effects courtesy of John Carl Buechler (Re-Animator, Tammy and the T-Rex). Vinegar Syndrome Ultra is proud to present the world UHD premiere of one of the grossest movies ever made for children, from a new 4K scan of its original 35mm camera negative, giving every ounce of fluid and every wrinkle of latex the resolution it has always deserved. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with lead actors Katie Barberi and Mackenzie Astin, moderated by film programmer William Morris 5. "Tangerine's Dreams" (27 min) - a brand new interview with actress Katie Barberi 6. "Anything is Possible" (26 min) - a brand new interview with special effects & animatronics artist Hal Miles 7. "The Effects of the Garbage Pail Kids Movie" (12 min) - an archival interview with special makeup effects creator John Carl Buechler and makeup effects artist Gino Crognale 8. "On the Set" (6 min) - an archival interview with first assistant director Thomas A. Irvine 9. "The Artful Dodger" (27 min) - an archival interview with actor Mackenzie Astin 10. "The Kids Aren't Alright" (21 min) - archival interviews with actors Arturo Gil (Windy Winston) and Kevin Thompson (Ali Gator) 11. Original trailer 12. Reversible sleeve artwork 13. English SDH subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Dodger (Mackenzie Astin) finds himself in Captain Manzini’s (Anthony Newley) antique shop, seeking refuge from a group of bullies. Manzini, a friend and protector of Dodger, provides him a safe haven while warning Dodger not to touch a grimy-looking garbage can crusted with slime. When the bullies find Dodger, a fight breaks out, and the garbage can topples over, releasing a bevy of pint-sized, grotesque aliens known as the Garbage Pail Kids®. The kids – Ali Gator, Nat Nerd, Greaser Greg, Foul Phil, Messy Tessie, and Valerie Vomit – befriend Dodger and help him get revenge against his bullies, defying the laws of good taste in the process! Based on the popular Topps trading cards, THE GARBAGE PAIL KIDS® MOVIE captures the irreverence and gross-out humor of its source, mixing obnoxious gags with painstakingly disgusting make-up effects courtesy of John Carl Buechler (Re-Animator, Tammy and the T-Rex). Vinegar Syndrome Ultra is proud to present the world UHD premiere of one of the grossest movies ever made for children, from a new 4K scan of its original 35mm camera negative, giving every ounce of fluid and every wrinkle of latex the resolution it has always deserved. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with lead actors Katie Barberi and Mackenzie Astin, moderated by film programmer William Morris 5. "Tangerine's Dreams" (27 min) - a brand new interview with actress Katie Barberi 6. "Anything is Possible" (26 min) - a brand new interview with special effects & animatronics artist Hal Miles 7. "The Effects of the Garbage Pail Kids Movie" (12 min) - an archival interview with special makeup effects creator John Carl Buechler and makeup effects artist Gino Crognale 8. "On the Set" (6 min) - an archival interview with first assistant director Thomas A. Irvine 9. "The Artful Dodger" (27 min) - an archival interview with actor Mackenzie Astin 10. "The Kids Aren't Alright" (21 min) - archival interviews with actors Arturo Gil (Windy Winston) and Kevin Thompson (Ali Gator) 11. Original trailer 12. Reversible sleeve artwork 13. English SDH subtitles

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Welcome to Terminal Island, "where we dump our human garbage!" A death penalty ban leads California to send it's convicted murderers-men and women alike-to a remote isle with no guards, no rules, and no hope of escape. Now two rival factions are fighting for control, and it's "kill or be killed!" Randy Boone, Phyllis Davis, Marta Kristen, Don Marshall, and Tom Selleck as a doctor star in this brutal exploitation gem. 88 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English. Two-disc set.

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Scientist Joe Burke is determined to prove the existence of alien life and has set up a powerful radio telescope to look for signs. One night, after months of failure, he detects a clear but faint communication emerging from the deepest reaches of space. Excited by his findings, he rushes to his nearby research quarters. No sooner than arriving, the entire building, including its occupants, is lifted into space by a mysterious extraterrestrial force. After docking on a spacecraft, the frightened abductees realize that they have been selected to participate in a dangerous mission, the success of which will determine the fate and survival of Earth… One of the strangest films to emerge from legendary British horror-focused company Amicus Productions, prolific quota-quickie director Montgomery Tully's (Fog for a Killer) penultimate film, THE TERRORNAUTS, is a delirious sci-fi fever dream of plywood spaceships and rubber & foam robots, which becomes increasingly hallucinogenic as it goes on. Featuring a cast of veteran stage and TV players, including Simon Oates (Doomwatch), Zena Marshall (Dr. No), Frank Forsyth (Tales from the Crypt), and Max Adrian (Dr. Terror's House of Horrors), Vinegar Syndrome Labs proudly brings this forgotten slice of 60s British B-movie making to Blu-ray for the first time, newly restored in 4K from its long-lost original 35mm camera negative and presented in the longest version ever featured on home video. Bonus Features: 1. Region A Blu-ray 2. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 3. Commentary track with author and film historian Brian Hannan 4. "Subotsky the Trailblazer" (22 min) - an interview with writer/film critic Kim Newman 5. Archival interview with editor Peter Musgrave (8 min) 6. Archival interview with production manager Ted Wallis (7 min) 7. Reversible sleeve artwork 8. English SDH subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. A fledgling film crew, led by the lovable, yet blind, director Larry Benjamin, is hard at work making - or at least trying to make - Benjamin’s latest and most ridiculous movie. But problems with a difficult cast, an inexperienced and distracted crew, special effects that don’t quite work, and more are soon upended when members of the production team begin to be murdered in increasingly strange and convoluted ways. As the rickety production grinds to a halt, and tensions and distrust flare, the mystery assailant continues to strike. Will Larry and his ragtag team of creative misfits be able to band together and unmask the monstrous force hellbent on killing off the movie's cast and crew before everyone left is reduced to piles of bloody pulp? Acclaimed filmmaker Lloyd Kaufman’s (The Toxic Avenger) twisted take on a meta-movie, TERROR FIRMER is a splatter-fueled shock-fest-cum-murder-mystery which pushes the concept of bad taste to its wildest and most creative extremes, as only Troma can do. Featuring an ensemble cast of Troma alums including Will Keenan (Tromeo and Juliet), Trent Haaga (Tales of Halloween), legendary "Scream Queen" Debbie Rochon (Tromeo and Juliet), Joe Fleishaker (Troma's War), along with guest appearances from esteemed filmmakers Eli Roth (Hostel), Joe Lynch (Wrong Turn 2), Matt Stone & Trey Parker (South Park) and Lemmy Killmister (of the band Motörhead) as himself, this wildly over-the-top ode to independent filmmaking at last comes to UHD from Vinegar Syndrome, newly restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative and heaped with extensive new and archival extras. Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray x2 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with director Lloyd Kaufman 5. Commentary track with editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath 6. Commentary track with actors Will Keenan, Debbie Rochon, and Trent Haaga 7. "Cinema Through Chaos" (48 min) - a brand new retrospective documentary on the making of Terror Firmer featuring director Lloyd Kaufman, writer Douglas Buck, editor Gabriel Friedman, co-stars Will Keenan, Trent Haaga, Debbie Rochon, Sean Pierce, Greg "G-Spot" Siebel, Charlotte Kaufman and crew members Joe Lynch and Eric "Zork" Alan 8. "Lloyd Gets Spooked" (17 min) - a new featurette detailing the Minneapolis premiere of Terror Firmer in January of 2000, featuring Lloyd Kaufman and members of Carshool-Film-O-Rama 9. "The Zork-ive" - newly discovered on-set interviews from Tromaville's own Eric "Zork" Alan made during the filming of Terror Firmer with: director Lloyd Kaufman (8 min), actress Alyce LaTourelle (13 min), actress Reverend Jen Miller (8 min), Lemmy (4 min), actor Roy David (8 min), actor Trent Haaga (3 min), actor Yaniv Sharon (7 min), and actor Joe Franklin (13 min) 10. "Terror Firmer" with inserted deleted scenes (sourced from standard definition video), with an optional commentary track by editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath (124 min) 11. "Farts of Darkness: The Making of Terror Firmer" (99 min) - a feature-length archival making-of documentary 12. "A Look Behind the Scenes 20 Years Later" (14 min) - a making-of documentary from 2019 13. Alternate unused mock behind-the-scenes footage (14 min) 14. Audition footage (6 min) 15. Bloopers (6 min) 16. Interview with actress Charlotte Kaufman (3 min) 17. Deleted scenes with optional commentary by editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath (16 min) 18. Storyboard comparison for the escalator scene (3 min) 19. "Gyno Talk" with actress Alyce LaTourelle (3 min) 20. Archival introduction by Lloyd Kaufman (3 min) 21. Theatrical trailer 22. Teaser trailer 23. Reversible sleeve artwork 24. English SDH subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. A fledgling film crew, led by the lovable, yet blind, director Larry Benjamin, is hard at work making - or at least trying to make - Benjamin’s latest and most ridiculous movie. But problems with a difficult cast, an inexperienced and distracted crew, special effects that don’t quite work, and more are soon upended when members of the production team begin to be murdered in increasingly strange and convoluted ways. As the rickety production grinds to a halt, and tensions and distrust flare, the mystery assailant continues to strike. Will Larry and his ragtag team of creative misfits be able to band together and unmask the monstrous force hellbent on killing off the movie's cast and crew before everyone left is reduced to piles of bloody pulp? Acclaimed filmmaker Lloyd Kaufman’s (The Toxic Avenger) twisted take on a meta-movie, TERROR FIRMER is a splatter-fueled shock-fest-cum-murder-mystery which pushes the concept of bad taste to its wildest and most creative extremes, as only Troma can do. Featuring an ensemble cast of Troma alums including Will Keenan (Tromeo and Juliet), Trent Haaga (Tales of Halloween), legendary "Scream Queen" Debbie Rochon (Tromeo and Juliet), Joe Fleishaker (Troma's War), along with guest appearances from esteemed filmmakers Eli Roth (Hostel), Joe Lynch (Wrong Turn 2), Matt Stone & Trey Parker (South Park) and Lemmy Killmister (of the band Motörhead) as himself, this wildly over-the-top ode to independent filmmaking at last comes to UHD from Vinegar Syndrome, newly restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative and heaped with extensive new and archival extras. Bonus Features: 1. 3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray x2 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with director Lloyd Kaufman 5. Commentary track with editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath 6. Commentary track with actors Will Keenan, Debbie Rochon, and Trent Haaga 7. "Cinema Through Chaos" (48 min) - a brand new retrospective documentary on the making of Terror Firmer featuring director Lloyd Kaufman, writer Douglas Buck, editor Gabriel Friedman, co-stars Will Keenan, Trent Haaga, Debbie Rochon, Sean Pierce, Greg "G-Spot" Siebel, Charlotte Kaufman and crew members Joe Lynch and Eric "Zork" Alan 8. "Lloyd Gets Spooked" (17 min) - a new featurette detailing the Minneapolis premiere of Terror Firmer in January of 2000, featuring Lloyd Kaufman and members of Carshool-Film-O-Rama 9. "The Zork-ive" - newly discovered on-set interviews from Tromaville's own Eric "Zork" Alan made during the filming of Terror Firmer with: director Lloyd Kaufman (8 min), actress Alyce LaTourelle (13 min), actress Reverend Jen Miller (8 min), Lemmy (4 min), actor Roy David (8 min), actor Trent Haaga (3 min), actor Yaniv Sharon (7 min), and actor Joe Franklin (13 min) 10. "Terror Firmer" with inserted deleted scenes (sourced from standard definition video), with an optional commentary track by editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath (124 min) 11. "Farts of Darkness: The Making of Terror Firmer" (99 min) - a feature-length archival making-of documentary 12. "A Look Behind the Scenes 20 Years Later" (14 min) - a making-of documentary from 2019 13. Alternate unused mock behind-the-scenes footage (14 min) 14. Audition footage (6 min) 15. Bloopers (6 min) 16. Interview with actress Charlotte Kaufman (3 min) 17. Deleted scenes with optional commentary by editor Gabriel Friedman and associate editor Sean McGrath (16 min) 18. Storyboard comparison for the escalator scene (3 min) 19. "Gyno Talk" with actress Alyce LaTourelle (3 min) 20. Archival introduction by Lloyd Kaufman (3 min) 21. Theatrical trailer 22. Teaser trailer 23. Reversible sleeve artwork 24. English SDH subtitles

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Nestled in the mountains of Tibet, an oracle known as “The Golden Child” has been born. Although guarded by the monks who raised him, villainous Sardo Numspa is determined to use the child’s mystical powers for evil purposes and hires bandits to kidnap him. Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, crafty self-styled detective Chandler Jarrell is approached by Kee Nang, a young woman the monks have sent to aid in their quest to recover the child. Informing Chandler that he is the “chosen one,” the duo embark on an increasingly strange and dangerous adventure into the supernatural underworld, facing strange creatures, magical charms, and the threat of death around every corner as Sardo does everything in his power to prevent them from uncovering where he has hidden the child. Effortlessly merging the insanity of an 80s exploitation film with the spectacle of a big-budget Hollywood blockbuster, director Michael Ritchie’s (Prime Cut, The Bad News Bears) THE GOLDEN CHILD stars groundbreaking comedian and actor Eddie Murphy (48 Hrs., Beverly Hills Cop) in one of his wildest performances along with Charles Dance (Last Action Hero), Charlotte Lewis (Men of War, Pirates), and cult film superstar James Hong (The Vineyard, Big Trouble in Little China). Offering incredible production design and memorable stop motion effects, as well as plenty of weird and unexpected touches of sleaze, THE GOLDEN CHILD makes its 4K UHD debut from Vinegar Syndrome Ultra, restored in 4K from its camera negative and presented with a heaping host of interviews and extras, both new and archival. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary track with author/screenwriter Kelly Goodner and film historian Jim Hemphill 5. "Throwing Elbows" (19 min) - writer / co-producer Dennis Feldman on writing, selling, and making it to Hollywood 6. "Lover of Realism" (13 min) - an interview with matte painter Caroleen "Jett" Green 7. "FX Man" (13 min) - an interview with Academy® Scientific and Engineering Award winner Mark Noel 8. "The Demon I Wanted to Make" (12 min) - designer and sculptor Randal Dutra on creating Sardo Numspa's demon form 9. "Master of a Lost Art" (15 min) - go-motion supervisor Harry Walton on animating The Golden Child's go-motion sequences 10. "The Chosen Ones" (7 min) - an archival making-of featurette 11. "Daggers, Design, and Demons" (7 min) - an archival making-of featurette 12. Archival interview with Harry Walton from Berton Pierce's Sense of Scale (5 min) 13. Trailer 14. Image gallery 15. Reversible sleeve artwork 16. English SDH subtitles

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Welcome to Terminal Island, "where we dump our human garbage!" A death penalty ban leads California to send it's convicted murderers-men and women alike-to a remote isle with no guards, no rules, and no hope of escape. Now two rival factions are fighting for control, and it's "kill or be killed!" Randy Boone, Phyllis Davis, Marta Kristen, Don Marshall, and Tom Selleck as a doctor star in this brutal exploitation gem. 88 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English. Two-disc set.

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In the far-flung, post-apocalyptic future of 2019, an immortal wanderer (Nikola Ristanovski) searches for release from his cursed existence...20 years before, on the millennium-ending New Year's Eve, a wake would have it's solemnity violently ended by an uninvited, pistol-packing guest (Lazar Ristovski) in a Santa suit. How these events and others over a century interconnect are explored in this wild offering from Macedonia. 83 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: Macedonian; Subtitles: English; featurettes; more. In Macedonian with English subtitles.

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A captured sea monster is put on display in London, provoking its gigantic mother to rampage through the city.