This special limited edition spot gloss slipcover (designed by Chris Barnes) is limited to 6,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
After a defiled corpse is discovered in an abandoned building, Inspector Zhang recognizes the scene as being similar to other mutilated bodies that have been turning up in the area. Realizing that there is a deranged serial killer at large, Zhang's investigation soon leads him to a local brothel run by the headstrong Madame Lan, which appears to be the killer’s hunting ground. While public suspicion soon falls on a recently released-from-prison necrophile, Zhang is unconvinced, believing that the killer and their motive are hiding in plain sight.
Directed by horror maestro Chih-Hung Kwei (Hex, The Boxer's Omen), CORPSE MANIA masterfully fuses Shaw Brothers’ well-regarded dramatic period pieces with the structure and style of the Italian giallo, offering foggy streets, gelled lighting, and grisly murders perpetrated by a black-clad killer. Moving from twist to twist and sure to leave viewers squirming in horror all the way to the end, Vinegar Syndrome is proud to present this essential Hong Kong horror on UHD, newly restored in 4k from its original camera negative, packed with extras, and featuring all the maggot-covered corpses one could ask for.
directed by: Chih-Hung Kwei
starring: Ni Tien, Jung Wang, Tsui-Ling Yu, Siu-Kwan Lau, Erik Ka-Kei Chan, Tat-Wah Tso, Wei-Tu Lin, Ching-Ho Wang
1981 / 82 min / 1.85:1 / Cantonese Mono
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Overall rating: 4.651064 / 5 from 235 reviews.
Corpse Mania, a limited edition horror film, is praised for its stunning 4K presentation, fantastic restoration, and engaging extras. The film's spooky atmosphere and impressive artwork have left viewers highly satisfied, making it a must-have for horror enthusiasts.
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"Beautifully shot movie with lots of violence and gore. Story was very well written and it’s looks amazing in 4k. The case itself is amazing and comes with a cool booklet. If you’re a fan of shaw brothers definitely need this in your collection."
"I am so hooked on Shawbro movies lately. That I’m tracking as many as possible. This one looks so good"
"As someone who owns all the Shawscope volumes from Arrow and loves giallo, this really hit the spot. It blends Shaw Brothers atmosphere with sleazy mystery and eerie color in a way that feels both familiar and unique. Unlike many Shawscope titles, it actually sticks the landing, no rushed finale, but a proper ending where everything is clearly explained, which really suits this kind of story. Vinegar Syndrome’s presentation is fantastic as always, with great packaging and a transfer that lets the visuals shine. The only odd note was the subtitles having a slight yellow tint. A must for fans of genre-bending horror and Hong Kong oddities."
"Corpse Mania has some amazing effects and brings some spooky atmosphere."
"This is very cool and stylish but doesn't really hit as a straight up horror film. More of a Giallo really"
"The 4k upgrade on this cat 3 slasher is amazing. The transfer is great and the art on the cover is a great sell. Awesome editon"
"Corpse Mania has been lovingly restored by Vinegar Syndrome. The image and sound quality are impeccable. The movie is better made than is expected of those in the genre. The mystery element is intriguing; although I could guess the outcome at a certain point. However, there are also nauseating and disgusting scenes."
"Great transfer with a quality translation. This movie is gross as hell and awesome."
"Corpse Mania is a stylish and atmospheric horror film that blends mystery with macabre elegance. Its striking visuals and deliberate pacing create a sense of creeping dread that feels both refined and unsettling. The movie stands out as a classy, memorable entry in cult horror with a strong sense of mood and artistry."
"Visually stunning, great locations, color grading, and shot composition throughout. It may not reach full on Goblin levels but the soundtrack is also quite nice. Not too splattery but a fantastic giallo-adjacent film for any fan of the genre. Packaging is gorgeous as always."
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