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This special limited edition 3-disc 4K UHD/2 x Blu-ray set comes with a spot gloss hard slipcase + slipcover combo (designed by Luke Insect and Johnny Ryan), includes a 40-page perfect bound book and is limited to 7,000units. It is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
When rookie New York City policeman Harry Griswold ends up in the middle of a shootout while attending an evening of kabuki theater, his attempt to save the life of a critically injured performer yields unintended consequences. The dying man bestows his supernatural powers onto Harry, thus rendering him “The Chosen One.” Suddenly finding himself sprouting paper umbrellas and covered in face paint, the formerly clumsy cop is transformed into a crime-fighting superstar, with the help and training of Lotus, daughter of the deceased actor. But Harry’s new gifts also come with a fresh calling as he learns that he alone has the power to defeat the ancient “Evil One” and foil his diabolical plans for bloodthirsty world domination.
From Lloyd Kaufman & Michael Herz, creators of The Toxic Avenger, comes a different kind of superhero: SGT. KABUKIMAN N.Y.P.D! Mixing high-stakes action, spectacular car stunts, monstrous mutants, and Troma’s signature style of madcap gore and hilarious hijinx, this outrageous late-night TV and video store classic features a who’s who of cult stars, including Joe Fleishaker (Troma’s War), Bill Weeden (Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger IV), and Rick Gianasi (Robot Holocaust) as Harry Griswold. Vinegar Syndrome is proud to present this colorful live-action comic book on 4K UHD, newly restored from its 35mm camera negative and presented in its totally uncensored director’s cut as well as its more commonly seen alternate PG-13 version, and featuring an abundance of both new and archival interviews and BTS material.
directed by: Michael Herz, Lloyd Kaufman starring: Rick Gianasi, Susan Byun, Bill Weeden, Joe Fleishaker, Thomas Crnkovich, Larry Robinson 1990 / 105 min / 1.85:1 / English 2.0 DTS-HD Master Audio
Additional info:
3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray x2
4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range
Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
Presented in both its uncensored R-rated director's cut (UHD and Blu-ray) and its PG-13 cut (Blu-ray only)
Archival commentary track with co-writer / co-director Lloyd Kaufman
Brand new commentary track with James Branscome and Nick Vance of the Cinematic Void Podcast
"A History Lesson on Kabukiman" (26 min) - a brand new featurette with Lloyd Kaufman and film programmer Jesse Berberich
"Troma Olivier" (18 min) - a brand new interview with actor Bill Weeden
"A Bond Girl, Troma Style" (17 min) - a brand new interview with actress Shaler McClure Wright
"From Redneck Zombies to Tromaville" (8 min) - a brand new interview with special effects coordinator Pericles Lewnes
Archival Troma disc introduction with Lloyd Kaufman (6 min)
Archival interview with lead actor Rick Gianasi (7 min)
Archival select scene commentary with lead actor Rick Gianasi (10 min)
Archival interview with Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz from The Dick Cavett Show in 1989 (24 min)
Archival in-production sales reel from 1989 (9 min)
Laserdisc intro (5 min)
Troma Team video intros (6 min)
VHS sales pitch promo (2 min)
Multiple original trailers (10 min)
40-page perfect-bound book featuring essays by Chris Shields, Austin Trunick, and Jesse Berberich
Reversible sleeve artwork
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.8163266 / 5 from 98 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This limited edition 3-disc set of Sgt. Kabukiman N.Y.P.D. features a stunning 4K restoration, beautiful artwork, and excellent packaging. Customers praise the quality and the variety of extras, making it a must-have for fans of cult cinema.
"The packaging is perfect, the extras are extensive and the quality is top level." — Steven K.
"The packaging is sturdy and fitting and the transfer is absolutely gorgeous." — Jose T.
"Transfer and packaging is perfect, special features great." — michael t.
Reviews
More Troma weirdness in 4k.
"Awesome movie if you're a troma fan. Wonderful restoration and special features on this strange movie."
— Damon H. (4/5)
Yes!
"Love this movie! We just need class of nuke'em high 4k! The picture is great! The presentation of the hero is great! Love this film!"
— Missael L. (5/5)
Sgt Kabukiman NYPD
"A Troma icon almost to the height of the toxic avenger. Definitely a great concept, lagged a bit in the back third though compared to the constant chuckles I had in the beginning and middle. Obviously being Troma, the performances and production aren’t great, but they embrace it as always. Fun film Great deluxe hardbox packaging"
— Spenser Y. (5/5)
KABUKIMAN a certified Troma classic,
"KABUKIMAN a certified Troma classic, as a fan this is a must have edition, super fun movie. As per usual with VS beautiful transfer the artwork on the slip case/cover looks incredible great on the shelf. This movie is a goofy feel good time. If you’re on the fence about this i highly recommend you pull the trigger."
— Will S. (5/5)
Dynamic 4k release
"The art on the packaging shows vibrant colors. The 4k scan shows sharp details and rich bold colors. Vinegar Syndrome really presents a top notch release and many extras. All packaged nicely and easy to access the discs from the slipcover. Very artful presentation."
— Timothy D. (5/5)
My fave Troma film next to Toxic Avenger
"I love the packaging and artwork on all these Troma films. Looks and sounds great."
— Anthony P. (5/5)
Sgt. Kabukiman N. Y. P. D.
"Great flick and awesome restoration."
— Byron M. (5/5)
Lame film, great release. But I get many people will love it
"It's a great release if you like this film, the transfer and packaging are beautiful and there's a lot of special features included. I just don't like this film much, I guess I only find Lloyd Kaufman's films funny when they're constantly trying to shock and disgust."
— Teun H. (5/5)
Sgt. Kabukiman N. Y. P. D.
"I love Vinegar Syndrome! Thank you!"
— Joel P. (5/5)
An amazing 4K release
"The film is a hoot and the 4K release sublime. Pick it up!"
— KEVIN D. (5/5)
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