This special limited edition 3-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set comes with a spot gloss hard slipcase + slipcover combo(designed by Chris Barnes) and is limited to7,000units. It is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
In the midst of the European witch trials, a small Austrian town is subject to the sadistic whims of self-appointed witchfinder Albino, who inflicts torture and agonizing death on those he accuses of conspiracy with the Devil. But when the zealous Lord Cumberland arrives, along with his executioner and aristocratic young attendant Christian, to take over the responsibility of local witch-hunting, the town is plunged into even greater depths of terror and depravity as he metes out ever more brutal tortures on the populace, all in the name of God. As Lord Cumberland’s maniacal practices reach a fever pitch, and Christian’s would-be love interest, Vanessa, ends up as his latest target, Christian is thrown into a crisis of faith, as the perilous edge of violence draws ever closer.
The result of an intensely troubled production which saw British writer/director Michael Armstrong (House of the Long Shadows) virtually at war with producer, famed Austrian actor Adrian Hoven (Kiss Me Monster), MARK OF THE DEVIL became an immediate international hit, generating equal parts acclaim and condemnation, with the film being banned in the United Kingdom and promoted in the U.S. by infamous distributor Hallmark Releasing with vomit bags and the slogan “Rated V for Violence!” Featuring the first starring role for future genre icon Udo Kier (Flesh for Frankenstein), the film set a new benchmark for onscreen bloodshed with its graphic and unflinching portrayal of torture and dismemberment, culminating in the much-talked about tongue-ripping scene. Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to present the UHD world premiere of MARK OF THE DEVIL, restored in 4K from the original 35mm camera negative, in this extras-packed edition that’s sure to shock and appall moral crusaders everywhere!
directed by: Michael Armstrong, Adrian Hoven starring: Udo Kier, Herbert Lom, Olivera Katarina, Reggie Nalder, Herbert Fux, Johannes Buzalski, Gaby Fuchs, Ingeborg Schöner 1970 / 98 min / 1.66:1 / English & German Mono
Additional info:
3-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray x2
4K UHD presented in High-Dynamic-Range
Newly scanned and restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
Commentary track with director Michael Armstrong, moderated by Calum Waddell
“Performing God's Work” - a new interview with director Michael Armstrong
“The Devil's Apprentice” - a new interview with actor Udo Kier
“Words of the Devil” - a brief guide to the screenplays of Michael Armstrong with lecturer and film historian Dr. Adrian Smith
“A Hell of a Place” - the locations of MARK OF THE DEVIL
“Mark of the Times” - a documentary from 2014 on the new wave of British horror filmmakers which emerged in the '60s and '70s
“Hallmark of the Devil” - author and filmmaker Michael Gingold on Hallmark Releasing, the controversial distributor behind MARK OF THE DEVIL's original U.S. release
2013 Q&A with director Michael Armstrong
Archival interview with actor Herbert Fux
Archival interview with actress Gaby Fuchs
Archival interview with actress Ingeborg Schöner
Archival interview with composer Michael Holm
Archival audio interview with actor Herbert Lom
Outtakes
Alternate German language title sequence
Archival artwork & image gallery
English trailer
Reversible cover artwork
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.759259 / 5 from 270 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This limited edition 3-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set of 'Mark of the Devil' is highly praised for its fantastic film, stunning artwork, exceptional packaging, and flawless restoration. Customers also appreciate the great transfer, amazing 4K look, and top-notch extras, making it a must-have for horror film enthusiasts.
"I liked this movie, nice box/slipcover and really good transfer" — Robert E.
"Another classic movie with a quality restoration with great transfer and sound and also packed with amazing extras too." — steve m.
"This is a beautiful release the 4K looks great and the packaging is top notch highly recommend!!" — Dylan B.
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This is nuts!
"This is a classic! 70s horror exploitation with witches and torture. If you like cinema in any sort of way, pick this up!"
— Stephen J. (5/5)
Exploitation folk horror
"Great packaging and restoration."
— Landon G. (5/5)
Terrific Restoration Of A Great Movie!
"This great medieval tale features the one and only Udo Kier, whom I would watch if he were sitting on a stool and reading a phone book! He is terrific in this classic, and the movie was a great watch throughout! The peerless VS restoration process was on full display with stellar sound and picture! Thank you, VS, for continuing to lovingly restore and release so many wonderful films from every conceivable genre! You are keeping physical media alive in this streaming world we now live in! Highly recommended!"
— Paul K. (5/5)
Mark Of The Devil
"I've always enjoyed this movie, even more than Witchfinder General. 4k looks great and some really cool special features!"
— Russell K. (5/5)
Fan of this release. The
"Fan of this release. The PQ is great thanks to restoration. Great features."
— Jared L. (5/5)
Epic package, epic sights
"Gorgeous Austrian valley, deep as Mr. Kier's piercing blue eyes"
— leandre g. (5/5)
Pretty Blue Eyes
"Fantastic movie! Udo Kier is so dreamy, and this is one of his career bests. Great set design and the torture scenes are delectable. The special features blew me away! Highly, highly recommended."
— Jeffrey L. (5/5)
yay
"its mark of the devil, gotta have that one!"
— Thomas C. (5/5)
Mark of the Devil
"A gory tale with good picture and excellent sound quality. Includes three discs with one for all the special features. Striking presentation with slipcase and slipcover."
— David P. (4/5)
Pretty good
"I thought I couldn’t take handle any more witch trial movies but I think this one is one of the best out there."
— Gustavo M. (5/5)
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