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Release: September 7, 2021

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Angela Lansbury and Keith Andes star in A Life At Stake, a highly charged mystery thriller from director Paul Guilfoyle. Spoiled young Doris Hillman (Lansbury) invites struggling architect Edward Shaw (Andes) to come in as her husband's partner in a lucrative real estate deal. However, when Edward becomes romantically involved with Doris, he learns that something deadly is going on. There's a life at stake, and it could be his own. This independent production from the golden age of film noir was described by the Los Angeles Times as ''a study in fear.'' It also shows Angela Lansbury, already a double Oscar nominee, as you've never seen her. She's a charming femme fatale. But is she as bad as she seems? SPECIAL FEATURES: Commentary by Professor and Film Scholar, Jason A. Ney ''A Career at Stake: Angela Lansbury and the Last Days of the B Noir''; by Professor and Film Scholar, Jason A. Ney ''HOLLYWOOD HITCH-HIKERS: INSIDE THE FILMAKERS'' an original Ballyhoo Motion Picture Production

Release: November 30, 2015

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Vincent Price stars in this thriller about a down-trodden country estate that becomes the site of a horrific murder. Prolific writer/director Crane Wilbur (He Walked by Night, Crime Wave) helms this feature, with a cast that includes Agnes Moorehead, Gavin Gordon, and in her last film role, Darla Hood of the Our Gang comedies. But which of them is the mysterious killer known as The Bat? Youll find out soon enough. But beware -- the scream you hear may be your own!

Release: November 30, 2015

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Vincent Price stars in this thriller about a down-trodden country estate that becomes the site of a horrific murder. Prolific writer/director Crane Wilbur (He Walked by Night, Crime Wave) helms this feature, with a cast that includes Agnes Moorehead, Gavin Gordon, and in her last film role, Darla Hood of the Our Gang comedies. But which of them is the mysterious killer known as The Bat? Youll find out soon enough. But beware -- the scream you hear may be your own!

Release: March 15, 2016

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Writer/Director John Huston's Beat the Devil stars Humphrey Bogart as Billy Dannreuther, the front man for a group of swindlers stranded in an Italian port town, scheming to take ownership of uranium-rich land in Africa. Also stranded is a naive British couple, Mr. and Mrs. Chelm (Edward Underdown and Jennifer Jones). Flirtations and a web of lies ensue among the group, testing romantic loyalty and allegiances among them. The last of six collaborations between Huston and Bogart, Beat the Devil evokes an effortless wit and charm found only in classic film gems like this. This product is expected to play back in DVD Video "play only" devices, and may not play in other DVD devices, including recorders and PC drives. Restored from original 35mm film elements. Presented in its original theatrical aspect ratio. Restored from original 35mm film elements. Presented in its original theatrical aspect ratio.

Release: March 15, 2016

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Writer/Director John Huston's Beat the Devil stars Humphrey Bogart as Billy Dannreuther, the front man for a group of swindlers stranded in an Italian port town, scheming to take ownership of uranium-rich land in Africa. Also stranded is a naive British couple, Mr. and Mrs. Chelm (Edward Underdown and Jennifer Jones). Flirtations and a web of lies ensue among the group, testing romantic loyalty and allegiances among them. The last of six collaborations between Huston and Bogart, Beat the Devil evokes an effortless wit and charm found only in classic film gems like this.

Release: June 21, 2022

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When Gor, an evil brain from planet Arous, inhabits the body of scientist Steve March, his intention is nothing less than world domination! Get ready for planet Earth to be overtaken by a criminal brain from outer space! When Gor, an evil brain from planet Arous, inhabits the body of scientist Steve March, his intention is nothing less than world domination. Lucky for Earth, another intergalactic brain, Val, offers to assist March's wife, Sally, in stopping the madness. How does Val intend to help? By inhabiting Sally's dog! A great example of cut-rate sci-fi from the 1950s, this independently produced feature stars B movie favorite John Agar (The Mole People, Revenge of the Creature), and was directed by Nathan Juran, a master of the genre who helmed such classics as The Deadly Mantis, Attack of the 50 Foot Woman, and The 7th Voyage of Sinbad. SPECIAL FEATURES Full Color Booklet with original essay by Author/ Historian Tom Weaver Full commentary track by historians Tom Weaver, David Schecter, Larry Blamire, and PLANET AROUS star, Joyce Meadows The Man Before the Brain: Director Nathan Juran : an original Ballyhoo Motion Pictures production The Man Behind the Brain: The World of Nathan Juran : an original Ballyhoo Motion Pictures production The film will also be included in a full frame format, 1.33:1 Now including a special, all new, introduction by Actor Joyce Meadows!

Release: January 18, 2022

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KILLING A MAN IS ONE THING...LOVING HIS WIFE IS ANOTHER! From Academy Award Nominated director John Sturges (Bad Day at Black Rock (1955), Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957), The Magnificent Seven (1960), The Great Escape (1963), it’s The Capture From writer Niven Busch, the author of Duel in the Sun, comes an equally torrid sizzler, loaded with the intrigue and passion that marked the golden age of cinema. Cast with strong performers, this story of guilt and forbidden love still packs a jolt. Injured and on the run from police, Lin Vanner (Lew Ayres) confesses the sordid details of his life to a priest, which includes the death of a man he'd turned over to the police. Vanner also reveals that he fell in love with the dead man's widow (Teresa Wright), only to have his past catch up to him. Haunting and offbeat, The Capture (1950) was directed by one of Hollywood's best, John Sturges (The Great Escape). SPECIAL FEATURES: Original Commentary track by C. Courtney Joyner Original essay by Don Stradley in full color booklet John Sturges: Man of Action, an original production Teresa Wright: The Actress Next Door, an original production

Release: February 17, 2015

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A wealthy family's decadent world collides with a wild youth cult in this outrageous, satirical descent into pop excess and social rot.

Release: November 29, 2022

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Based on the smash Broadway hit, the gritty and gripping drama of Detective Story explodes onto the big screen under the capable direction of William Wyler (The Good Fairy, Ben-Hur). Set amidst the hectic activity of a New York City police station, Kirk Douglas (Paths of Glory) stars as the principled, rigid detective whose personal code has become twisted from dealing with too many criminals. Eleanor Parker (Caged) is his wife, tormented by a guilty secret. While the business of the precinct swirls around them—from a case involving a frightened shoplifter (Lee Grant, The Landlord) to an amusing burglar (Joseph Wiseman, Dr. No)—the couple’s personal conflict reaches an explosive, unforgettable climax. Academy Award nominations went to Wyler (for Best Director), Parker (Best Actress), Grant (Best Supporting Actress) and the writing team of Robert Wyler (The Big Country) and Philip Yordan (The Big Combo) for their vivid screenplay. Co-stars William Bendix (Lifeboat), Cathy O’Donnell (They Live by Night) and George Macready (Gilda) also give sterling performances in this classic cop noir. Special Features: -Remastered in HD by Paramount Pictures – From a 4K Scan of the Original Camera Negative -Audio Commentary by Author/Film Historian Alan K. Rode -Theatrical Trailer -Optional English Subtitles

Release: July 20, 2021

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Will this be man's greatest expedition? Or will it be man's doom? From legendary producer Walter Mirisch comes Flight to Mars, a stirring adventure from the dawn of the 1950s science fiction boom. Starring Marguerite Chapman and Cameron Mitchell, filmed in gorgeous Cinecolor with costumes that are out of this world, Flight to Mars emerged from tiny Monogram Pictures like a rocket. Despite coming from one of Hollywood's smallest Poverty Row studios, it was praised in its time as ''convincingly told and absorbing.''; (The Los Angeles Times) Five Earthlings land on Mars and are greeted by a team of friendly inhabitants. In time, the Earthlings learn that the genial welcoming party secretly covets their ship. Fearing they have depleted the key mineral used to power their life-support systems, the Martians are determined to get off their dying planet by any means necessary. Not only do the Martians intend to leave the stranded crew behind to die, but they also plan to invade and conquer Earth. The discovery of this sinister alien agenda kicks off a long round of deception and suspense. Can the space travelers outsmart these diabolical Martians? All seems lost until a female Martian scientist offers to help. Suddenly the group from Earth has a fighting chance! SPECIAL FEATURES: Audio Commentary by author/film historian Justin Humphreys Walter Mirisch: From Bomba to Body Snatchers - A new documentary short from Ballyhoo Motion Pictures Interstellar Travelogues: Cinema's First Space Race - A new documentary short with celebrated science fiction artist/historian Vincent Di Fate from Ballyhoo Motion Pictures Full color insert booklet with an essay by Don Stradley

Release: October 26, 2021

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''Look at her! She lives!'' So says Dr. Oliver Frank at the sight of his new creation, a hulking beast with the transplanted brain of a beautiful young woman. He has finally carried on the legacy of his late grandfather, the notorious Dr. Frankenstein! The twist in Frankenstein's Daughter (1958) is that it takes place in ''modern'' Los Angeles, where teenagers are forever in swim gear. Even as news reports warn them about a female monster menacing the neighborhood, nothing stops these kids from partying by the poolside. Fans of low-budget horror will see some familiar faces in the cast, including John Ashley, Harold Lloyd, Jr., and former Playboy Playmate of the Month, Sally Todd (just a year after her appearance in The Unearthly). For Director Richard E. Cunha, Frankenstein's Daughter was part of a productive year where he turned out three other cult favorites: She Demons; Giant from the Unknown; and Missile to the Moon. And though Donald Murphy lacked the schlock pedigree of his director and co-stars, his thousand-watt stare makes him a perfectly evil Dr. Frank. SPECIAL FEATURES: Full Commentary track with Author/ Historian Tom Weaver Full Color Booklet with original essay by Author/ Historian Tom Weaver ''RICHARD E. CUNHA: FILMMAKER OF THE UNKNOWN'' - A new career retrospective from Ballyhoo Motion Pictures featuring an archival interview with director Richard E. Cunha ''JOHN ASHLEY: MAN FROM THE B'S'' - A new career retrospective featuring film historian C. Courtney Joyner

Release: January 19, 2021

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Dr. Frederick Cleveland and his daughter Janet are joined by scientific researcher Wayne Brooks in the pursuit of ancient artifacts from Vargas, a giant 500-year-old Spanish conquistador. When a lightning storm interrupts their search, the team finds much more than artifacts when the long-lost Vargas returns to life, with a murderous rage and an axe to grind! With a shock a minute, Giant from the Unknown (1958) features make-up design from horror mainstay Jack Pierce, known for his work on Frankenstein (1931) and The Mummy (1932). BONUS FEATURES: Audio Commentary with Author/ Historian Tom Weaver and Guests Audio Commentary with co-star Gary Crutcher 'YOU'RE A B-MOVIE STAR, CHARLIE BROWN' - An all-new interview actor/screenwriter Gary Crutcher 'THE MAN WITH A BADGE: BOB STEELE IN THE 1950'S' - An all-new interview with author/film historian C. Courtney Joyner Collector’s booklet with still gallery and liner notes by Tom Weaver Original Trailer

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A giant radioactive lizard terrorizes a Texas town in this vintage creature feature.

Release: April 26, 2011

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In one of his first-ever roles, a young Jack Nicholson stars as Lt. Andre Duvalier, a soldier in Napoleon's army in 19th century France, separated from his regiment. He awakens on a beach to the sight of a strange woman who leads him to the gothic, towering castle that serves as home to eerie Baron Von Leppe (Boris Karloff). But, as Duvalier soon discovers, nothing is what it seems in this ghastly, haunted mansion of death! This underground favorite was made in classic Roger Cormanfashion, making the most of his resources to bring yet another film to life on a minimal budget for his producers at American International Pictures. Short on time himself (there were more movies to be made!), Corman left it to a few of the aspiring directors within his crew (among them, Jack Hill, a young Francis Coppola, and even Jack Nicholson taking a turn behind the camera for a few scenes) to help see the film to completion. The Terror would go on to become a drive-in favorite and late-night TV staple, also appearing under the titles the Terror, Lady of the Shadows and the Castle of Terror.

Release: April 13, 2021

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Originally released in 1961 as "Ercole alla conquista di Atlantide" in Italy, "Hercules and the Captive Women" is the updated US version released for audiences in 1963. Follow the chronicles of Hercules with Reg Park in his Hercules film debut! Action packed from the beginning, Hercules encounters Ismene (Laura Altan) when he must save her from a shape-shifting creature - and that's just the beginning! Ismene then brings Hercules to Atlantis where they come face to face with the evil Queen Antinea (Fay Spain), Ismene's mother, and try to prevent her dreams of world conquest. Will Hercules prevail? Find out in "Hercules and the Captive Women."

Release: March 8, 2022

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ATOMIC MUTATIONS WITH AN APPETITE FOR FLESH! TOO AWESOME TO DESCRIBE! TOO TERRIFYING TO ESCAPE! From the era of giant bugs and atomic testing comes this low budget howler about mutant wasps. When scientists try to understand the effects of radiation on earth creatures, the result brings them to an area of Africa known as "Green Hell," where wasps have mutated into monsters! Jim Davis, who would someday star in the TV series Dallas, plays Dr. Quent Brady, the scientist who starts the whole mess. The film also stars Vladimir Sokoloff (The Life of Emile Zola, Mission to Moscow) as the skeptical Dr. Lorentz, and Joel Fluellen (Raisin in the Sun), as Arobi, who warns Brady to beware of the African location. The locals don't call it "Green Hell" for nothing! Co-written by Louis Vittes, who gave us the classic, I Married a Monster From Outer Space. SPECIAL FEATURES Full length commentary track with Artist and Author, Stephen R. Bissette Original essay, 'The Men Behind the Monsters,' by Author, Don Stradley 'Missouri Born: The Films of Jim Davis,' an original production by Ballyhoo Motion Pictures

Release: September 27, 2016

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Rod Serling’s tale of ruthless men and ambitious women clawing for control of a billion dollar empire first aired in Jan 1955 on Kraft Television Theater. The hard-hitting teleplay was such a success, earning Serling instant acclaim and the first of his six Emmy awards, that producers Jed Harris and Michael Myerberg helmed a big screen feature with the same director (Fielder Cook) and most of the same cast for United Artists. The result was an acid-etched chronicle of the cutthroat corporate world starring Van Heflin, Everett Sloane, and Ed Begley, with cinematography by Oscar winner Boris Kaufman (On The Waterfront, 12 Angry Men). This is boardroom bloodletting, the American way! This product is expected to play back in DVD Video "play only" devices, and may not play in other DVD devices, including recorders and PC drives. Restored from original 35mm film elements. Presented in its original theatrical aspect ratio. Restored from original 35mm film elements. Presented in its original theatrical aspect ratio.

Release: August 25, 2015

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A hospitalized writer immerses himself in the fictional life of his alter ego, a singing detective.

Release: August 23, 2022

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The famous jungle hero appears in three epic dramas: Tarzan of the Apes (1918), Adventures of Tarzan (1921), and The New Adventures of Tarzan (1935). Edgar Rice Burroughs' hero has thrilled movie audiences since the days of the silent screen. Tarzan of the Apes(1918), with the brawny Elmo Lincoln in the title role, introduced the character to movie audiences and told the traditional tale of how the orphaned heir to the Greystoke fortune became lord of the jungle. Lincoln was so impressive that he returned in Adventures of Tarzan (1921), this time to rescue his beloved Jane from the clutches of the evil Queen La. By 1935, the public was still fascinated by the nobleman who had been raised by apes, now played by Herman Brix (AKA Bruce Bennet) in The New Adventures of Tarzan. Brix, a star shot-putter at the 1928 Olympics, needed all of his muscle to portray Tarzan in this tale of missing jewels, and explosives powerful enough to destroy the world. Here is your chance to sit back and enjoy a Tarzan trilogy guaranteed to leave you spellbound! SPECIAL FEATURES Original Essays for each feature Original Featurette on Tarzan Comics by Ballyhoo Motion Pictures New Commentary Tracks for 'Adventures of Tarzan' feature and 'The New Adventures of Tarzan' serial New Feature Length Documentary by Ballyhoo Motion Pictures Original Preserved Interview with star, Herman Brix, aka Bruce Bennett

Release: April 25, 2017

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An excellent cast featuring Lionel Atwill, Fay Wray, Melvyn Douglas, and the immortal Dwight Frye headline this macabre tale of vampire attacks in a small village. Does a troubled man-child with an affection for bats have something to do with it? Or is it a local scientist who appears to know quite a bit about vampirism? Director Frank R. Strayer spins a thrilling tale from Hugo nominated screenwriter Edward T. Lowe (House of Frankenstein, House of Dracula) and will have you craving more films from the first golden age of horror! Special Bonus Features: - New Melvyn Douglas Featurette with his son, Gregory Hesselberg - Audio Commentary by Film Historian Sam Sherman