This limited edition box set (designed by John Sloboda) was limited to 5,000 units and is sold out.
Made for TV horror movies have long been a source of cinematic nostalgia and unique, small screen thrills. This inaugural volume of Televised Terror offers a trio of star studded murder thrillers, all making their worldwide Blu-ray debuts.
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ARE YOU IN THE HOUSE ALONE?:
Gail Osborne is an average high school girl whose life is turned upside down after she is attacked and savagely assaulted. Unsure of who was behind her brutalization, Gail does her best to continue her life. But when a mystery person begins leaving her threatening messages and making unsettling phone calls, Gail realizes that her nightmare is only just beginning, and that whoever was responsible for her assault is far from through with her. Who could it be and just how far are they prepared to take their macabre plans?
A classic made for TV thriller that oozes late 70s charm at its every twist and turn, career TV director, Walter Gurman’s (TV’s The Twilight Zone, TV’s Murder She Wrote) late night TV favorite, ARE YOU IN THE HOUSE ALONE? develops a slow burn, edge of your seat mystery where the threat of violence lurks around every corner. Starring Kathleen Beller (TV’s Dynasty), along side Blythe Danner (Meet the Parents), character actor and acclaimed producer, Tony Bill (The Sting), and Dennis Quaid (Innerspace, Far From Heaven) in one of his earliest roles, Vinegar Syndrome is pleased to bring ARE YOU IN THE HOUSE ALONE? to Blu-ray, newly restored in 2K from its 35mm interpositive.
directed by: Walter Gurman starring: Kathleen Beller, Blythe Danner, Tony Bill, Robin Mattson, Tricia O’Neil, Dennis Quaid, Alan Fudge, Scott Colomby 1978 / 96 min / 1.33:1 / English Mono
Region A Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 2k from its 35mm interpositive
“Creating Musical Themes” - an interview with composer Charles Bernstein
Audio essay by film historian Amanda Reyes
English SDH subtitles
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CALENDAR GIRL MURDERS:
High society mogul and bad boy, Richard Trainor, has just unveiled his latest nude calendar. During the launch party, one of the models is thrown to her death off of a balcony by a black gloved killer. Called into investigate is Lieutenant Dan Stoner, a hard nosed cop who’s thrust into the high stakes world of nude and fashion modeling, quickly finding himself intrigued by and attracted to the beautiful and vulnerable seeming Cassie. But when the killer begins to strike again, going in the order of the calendar itself, Stoner realizes that he needs to solve the mystery soon or risk all of the models ending up in the morgue!
A twist filled and knowingly outrageous made for TV giallo/detective thriller, William A. Graham’s (Together Brothers, Return to the Blue Lagoon) CALENDAR GIRL MURDERS boasts an incredible all-star cast, headlined by Sharon Stone (Basic Instinct) and Tom Skerritt (MASH, Top Gun), and featuring supporting performances from Robert Morse (TV’s Mad Men), Robert Culp (TV’s I Spy), Barbara Perkins (Valley of the Dolls), and many more. Produced by the acclaimed team of Jon Avnet (Risky Business) and Steve Tisch (Forrest Gump), Vinegar Syndrome is proud to present CALENDAR GIRL MURDERS on Blu-ray, newly restored in 2K from its original 35mm camera negative.
directed by: William A. Graham starring: Tom Skerritt, Sharon Stone, Barbara Bosson, Robert Beltran, Pat Corley, Robert Morse, Alan Thicke, Silvana Gallardo, Michael C. Gwynne, Robert Culp, Barbara Parkins 1984 / 95 min / 1.33:1 / English Stereo
Region A Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 2k from its 35mm original camera negative
Extended audio essay with film historians Amanda Reyes and Sam Pancake
English SDH subtitles
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CHILD IN THE NIGHT:
While late one night at his father’s dock-side office, young Luke sees his father brutally murdered by a mysterious, yellow raincoat wearing and hook wielding assailant. Traumatized by the event, child psychologist Dr. Hollis is called in an attempt to figure out what Luke saw and whether he can unmask the killer. Striking up a relationship with Bass, the lead detective on the case, Hollis finds herself in for more than she’s bargained for as the unknown killer decides to do away with those who get too close to uncovering his motives and identity.
A made for TV thriller that slowly morphs into giallo and almost-slasher territory, Mike Robe’s CHILD IN THE NIGHT develops an intriguing and suspenseful mystery set against a backdrop of the Pacific Northwest. Starring Tom Skerritt (Alien, Terminal Island), Season Hubley (Vice Squad, Hardcore), and Elijah Wood (Lord of the Rings, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) in one of his earliest roles, Vinegar Syndrome is proud to bring the underseen CHILD IN THE NIGHT to Blu-ray, newly restored in 2K from its 35mm interpositive.
directed by: Mike Robe starring: Jobeth Williams, Tom Skerritt, Elijah Wood, Season Hubley, Darren McGavin 1990 / 95 min / 1.33:1 / English Stereo
Region A Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 2k from its 35mm original camera negative
Audio essay by film historian Amanda Reyes
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.59322 / 5 from 236 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This limited edition box set of made-for-TV horror movies, featuring three star-studded thrillers, is highly praised for its excellent collection, fantastic packaging, and great presentation. The films are newly restored in 2K from their original 35mm sources, offering crystal clear transfers and engaging narratives.
"Superb high quality box set with great art and individually cased films." — David P.
"The outer box these come in is super sturdy and very cool and the transfers look phenomenal" — Erik G.
"Looks great with good quality art." — David R.
Reviews
A Delightful Dive into Forgotten Broadcast Horrors
"Televised Terror: Volume One is a treasure trove of strange, low-budget broadcasts that range from chillingly surreal to gleefully absurd. Each segment captures a unique moment in television history, from obscure horror shorts to experimental live performances, and the care in restoration brings out details long lost to time. The set’s charm lies in its unpredictability and the weird energy of productions that were never meant to endure beyond their original airings. If this is only Volume One, then we need Volume Two immediately because there is clearly more buried oddity to unearth and fans of obscure broadcast horror will be eagerly awaiting the next installment."
— Antonio T. (4/5)
Vintage atmosphere
"This is a good selection of TV movies with a horror thriller theme. Some good actors make up for the lack of blood and sex, I was pleased with this box set."
— Ian G. (5/5)
3 MADE FOR TV CLASSICS
"3 MADE FOR TV CLASSIC THRILLERS! DEFINITELY A GREAT HEFT & UNIQUE FEEL TO THIS VS COLLECTION! EASY RECOMMENDATION (ESPECIALLY WHEN ON A SALE! 7/1O"
— Derek L. (4/5)
Enjoyed all 3 movies in this set
"All 3 of these were worth watching. Unexpectedly liked the 1990 film the most - Child in the Night - one of the two with Tom Skerritt, here playing opposite JoBeth Williams as more complex characters than you'd expect (aided by some solid snappy dialogue in parts) and a lot of fun chemistry. The rest of the cast doesn't hurt! But I liked all of these. Main complaint would be that the audio essay extras just sit on a static screen, bad if you have an OLED TV and are worried about burn-in, so I sadly haven't listened to them at all; I was actually excited for those. Packaging-wise, nice case, mixed art (Child in the Night. . . not so great), and while they put some thought into the inner-sleeve and disc art design, it's monotonous matching across the three and all gray. Would like a second set with some presentational tweaks, but that doesn't seem to be in the cards."
— Joe V. (4/5)
One of the best collections released by Vinegar Syndrome!
"One of the best collections released by Vinegar Syndrome! - Are You in the House Alone? from 1978 is a well done mix of thriller and domestic drama elements. Amazing performances by Kathleen Beller and Dennis Quaid! - Calendar Girl Murders from 1984 is a successful detective mystery mixed with glamour photography. Tom Skerritt and Sharon Stone have great chemistry! Barbara Bosson is also fantastic playing the wife of Lieutenant Dan Stoner (Tom Skerritt)! - Child in the Night from 1990 is a study of trauma wrapped under the cover of a police procedural. Tom Skerritt and JoBeth Williams are in perfect alignment! They really sell the building of their relationship! Elijah Wood, in of his earlier roles, is also incredible! I would also like to mention the amazing audio essays by Amanda Reyes! And to finish this review I would like to ask Vinegar Syndrome to take into consideration the following TV movies starring Kathleen Beller: - Deadly Messages (1985) - No Place to Hide (1981) - Rappaccini's Daughter (1980) - Cloud Waltzing (1987)"
— Pedro G. (5/5)
Love it.
"I love watching old TV thrillers. Hope for Volume 2 someday."
— Chris S. (5/5)
We need more TV movie
"We need more TV movie box sets! All these films were different and entertaining in their own way. Great packaging!"
— JJ P. (5/5)
A perfect cure for those who are craving 80s and 90s tv vibes.
"Im probably going to be a little bias here, because I nabbed this when it was $30 in a flash sale, but I had a really good time with these, for anyone who grew up with late night TV movies, this'll be a pure injection of nostalgia directly into your face. Of the three I think 'Child in the night' was my personal favourite, But theres something in this set for everyone honestly. Its dissapointing they wont be doing a volume 2, so I say grab this one while you can, before its gone for good!"
— Daniel D. (4/5)
A must own!
"Everyone should own this box set! I have great affection for made for TV efforts, there's something about 1. 33:1 that pulls me right in. Each film is great on its own merits, each has interesting casts and good performances. echnical presentations are excellent. Looking forward to the second set!"
— Matthew R. (5/5)
Volume 1
"Great collection! Which Vinegar Syndrome offers more box sets of this series in the future. A favorite!"
— Nicolas A. (5/5)
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