The 88 Films Thread

[peter alex]

the 84minute All Eyes on Lenzi: The Life and Times of the Exploitation Titan? documentary is missing and because its missing I might just stick with their original release so I was going to get it but not now.

[Justin101]

I got carried away by the whole upgrading to 4k thing, but now, unless the bluray was originally not very good, or I never got around to buying it, I'm taking a big swerve on the upgrades. The difference in image quality isn't that huge to be honest. It's all very tiring just every month more new versions of films we only bought a few years ago that if we're lucky watched twice since.

[Justin101]

Oh, and I can't even remember what happens in Eyeball, I think I enjoyed it, and it's definitely got a good soundtrack because I have the LP

[Susan Foreman]

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

Eyeball

On 4K and Blu-ray

Release date: November 25

CONTENTS:

• INCLUDES WEB EXCLUSIVE RIGID SLIP CASE WITH ORIGINAL POSTER ART
• 80 PP PERFECT BOUND BOOK FEATURING 5 ARTICLES details to follow
• INCLUDES FOLD-OUT DOUBLE SIDED POSTER
• INCLUDES A SET OF COLLECTIBLE ART CARDS

SPECIAL FEATURES AND SPECS:

• Dual format edition including both 4K UHD and Blu-ray with main feature and bonus features on both discs
• Brand new 4K Remaster from the Original Techniscope Negative presented in 4K Ultra High Definition Blu-ray (2160p) in 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio
• Presented in Dolby Vision High Dynamic Range (HDR10 Compatible)
• HD (1080p) Blu-ray also included.
• English 24 Bit LPCM 2.0 Dual Mono with optional SDH
• Italian 24 Bit LPCM 2.0 Dual Mono with newly translated English Subtitles
• Commentary by Troy Howarth, Nathaniel Thompson and Eugenio Ercolani
• Commentary by Critics Kim Newman and David Flint
• Commentary with The Hysteria Continues
• An Eye For Murder - An Interview with Martine Brochard
• Genre Maestro - An Interview with Umberto Lenzi
• The Wandering Eye[ball] - A Visual Essay by Mike Foster
• Locations Featurette
• English "The Secret Killer" Title Sequence
• English End Credits
• Trailer Reel
• Reversible sleeve
• Picture Format: 2160p / 1080p 2.35:1
• Audio Format: 24 Bit LPCM 2.0 Dual Mono
• Language: English / Italian
• Subs: English
• Running Time: 92 Mins
• Discs: 2

[Susan Foreman]

'Black Cat 2' (1992) - Coming to Blu-ray in the UK from 88Films

Release date: November 25

"Volatile and violent assassin Catherine is back and this time she's been upgraded!

Black Cat II reunites director Stephen Shin with leading lady Jade Leung in this sequel to the 1991 original. Catherine has now undergone even more experiments to help refine her ferocious outbursts whilst still trying to retain the little bit of humanity which survives within her. But her next assignment is to take on Russian terrorists who are trying to take out Boris Yeltsin, pushing her skills to the max.

Lovers of action-packed sci-fi cinema will be enthralled by the breathtaking set-pieces, explosive stunts and outlandish plot"

LIMITED EDITION FEATURES

• INCLUDES SLIM RIGID SLIPCASE
• MORE TBC

SPECIAL FEATURES AND SPECS:

• 2K Remaster from the Original Negatives in 1.85:1 Aspect Ratio
• High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray Presentation
• 2.0 English Stereo
• 2.0 English Dual Mono
• Optional English SDH
• 2.0 Cantonese Stereo with Newly Translated English Subtitles
• Optional English SDH
• Audio Commentary by Frank Djeng and Robin Shou
• Interview with Actress Jade Leung
• Interview with Actor Robin Shou
• English Opening Credits
• Cantonese Trailer
• English Trailer
• Stills Gallery
• Region Code: B
• Picture: HD 1080p 1.85:1
• Audio: 2.0 Stereo / Mono
• Language: Cantonese / English
• Subs: English
• Running Time: 91 Mins
• Discs: 1

[Stephen@Cult Labs]

Really sad to see 88 use those afwful carboard sleeves for the Fong Sai Yuk set. Indicator (and Arrow) have a lot to answer for

[Susan Foreman]

'Facets Of Love' (1973) - coming to Blu-Ray from 88Films

Release date: October 28

"A costume drama like no other, Facets of Love tells the stories of the Shanghai brothel in the early years of the 20th century: of its devious owners, of the unhappy innocents that have been tricked into toiling there and of the entitled men who visit, the ordinary and the illustrious

A good deal saucier than the martial arts movies that its producers at Shaw Brothers studio are most famous for, Li Hsang-han's film is a sensual indulgence, with beautiful design and photography. There's even a small early appearance from Jackie Chan! 88 Films are proud to present the UK Blu-ray premier of this sumptuous, decadent delight"

FEATURING FIRST PRESSING SLIPCASE WITH ARTWORK BY YU MING HUANG AND 4 COLLECTOR'S ART CARDS

SPECIAL FEATURES AND SPECS:

• HD Transfer From the Original Negative in 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio
• High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentation
• 2.0 Mandarin Mono with English Subtitles
• Trailer
• Stills Gallery
• Reversible sleeve featuring new art by Yu-Ming Huang & original Hong Kong poster art
• Region Free
• Picture Format: 1080p HD 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio
• Audio Format: LPCM Dual Mono
• Language: Chinese
• Subtitles: English
• Running Time: 99 Mins Approx

[Susan Foreman]

'Mortuary' (1982) - Blu-ray pre-order available from Amazon UK - UK$17:00

Release date: November 25

"This twisted tale from director Howard Avedis is a prime slasher which arrived at the end of the stalk n' slash craze and added a touch of giallo and devil worship to the mix

Christie (Mary Beth McDonough) is convinced her father's death wasn't an accident and tries to unlock the truth. Her trail of clues leads to the local mortuary where she uncovers ghastly horrors beyond her imagination. Probably best known for starring Bill Paxton as an embalmer (the movie is also known as Embalmed) who is a bit of a social misfit with an unhealthy, lifelong crush on Christie. Mortuary contains plenty of juicy set-pieces and bloodletting for fans of the genre to enjoy"

Special features TBA

[peter alex]

they are releasing dragon fist deluxe limited edition in december 16th

[Susan Foreman]

'The Story of a Cloistered Nun' (1973) - Pre-order available from Amazon UK for Blu-Ray - UK$17:00 or DVD - UK$12:00

Release date: December 16

"After she rejects the marriage that her wealthy parents have arranged, young Carmella Simoni (Eleonora Giorgi - Argento's Inferno) is packed off to the convent to become a nun. But there she finds the other 'brides of Christ' have some very bad habits: there are power games and sadism, and not everyone is sticking to their vows of chastity...

Co-starring exploitation queens Suzy Kendall (The Bird With the Crystal Plumage) and Catherine Spaak (The Cat O'Nine Tails), Story of a Cloistered Nun is an erotically charged assault on repressive institutions

The alter boys at 88 Films are proud to present this ripe slice of nunsploitation on blu-ray for the very first time in the UK."

Special features: TBA