Note: this is a brand new Limited Edition Slipcover Variant of THRILLER - A CRUEL PICTURE, originally released in 2022. The original limited edition slipcover was limited to 3,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the packaging.
This special limited edition spot gloss variant slipcover (designed by Steak Mtn.) is limited to 4,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
Rendered mute after being sexually assaulted as a youth, Madeleine (sexploitation superstar, Christina Lindberg) lives an isolated existence in her parents' farmhouse. Missing the bus on her way to town one day, Madeleine accepts a lift from a wealthy and charming stranger named Tony. What starts off as an innocent meeting soon takes a nightmarish turn when Madeleine learns that Tony is really a sadistic pimp on the make, who soon enslaves her into his prostitution racket by forcing her to become dependent on heroin. After refusing to service a client, Tony punishes Madeleine by violently blinding her in one eye, forcing her to wear an eyepatch. Despite her limited means, Madeleine secretly saves money to undergo karate and weapons training behind Tony's back. Once she reaches lethal proficiency, Madeleine embarks on a bloody road to revenge against her captors...
From maverick Swedish director, Bo Arne Vibenius, THRILLER – A CRUEL PICTURE is indisputably one of Grindhouse cinema’s crown jewels. Filled with unforgettable moments of sleazy sex and vicious brutality, including one of the most jarring scenes in exploitation film history, Vinegar Syndrome is proud to unleash the definitive THRILLER experience on UHD for the very first time, lovingly assembled from a pristine 4K restoration of the fully uncensored 16mm camera negative, containing never before seen material. This special edition also contains a bounty of exclusive extra features on Blu-ray, including the complete original English language version, THEY CALL HER ONE EYE (aka HOOKER’S REVENGE), containing alternate and extended footage not seen since the film’s 42nd Street playdates.
directed by: Bo Arne Vibenius
starring: Christina Lindberg, Heinz Hopf, Despina Tomazani, Solveig Andersson
1973 / 108min (uncut) and 90min (TCHOE) / 1.66:1 / Swedish & English Mono
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Overall rating: 4.7188497 / 5 from 313 reviews.
Thriller - A Cruel Picture (4K UHD/BD) offers an exceptional viewing experience with its stunning 4K restoration, captivating storyline, and a wealth of special features. Customers praise the film's quality, the engaging extras, and the overall presentation, making it a must-have for exploitation film enthusiasts.
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"Excellent transfer of this definitive exploitation film. A bleak and gritty film that is a masterpiece of the genre. The sound slows down for each kill making for a real grasp of the revenge Madeline is getting. It is an artful depiction of the surroundings she finds herself in which are drab and cold. Really brought to life in the 4k uncut film."
"Brutal movie, beautiful disc — strange sentence, but here we are. Scanned fresh from the 16mm negative, this blows the older Synapse Blu-ray out of the water: grain looks great, colors (especially the blues and oranges) really sing, and blacks stay solid without crushing out detail. It'll never look pristine because of how the film was shot and blown up to 35mm, but this is about as good as this notorious slice of Swedish grindhouse cinema is ever going to look. You get both the uncut Swedish version and the trimmed American cut (They Call Her One Eye), plus a goofy grab-bag of extras including outtakes and a couple tracks off Christina Lindberg's old 7" single. Packaging's got a nice embossed slipcover too. Not for the faint of heart, but a genuinely excellent release of a film that's earned its cult infamy."
"Packed presentation and an incredible upgrade from the dvd. This is peak exploitation and one of the all time greats, super influential. Cristina is the queen!"
"Very nice artwork on slipcover nice spot gloss slipcover slipcover is very shiny might be full gloss slipcover I like design on back slipcover been one eye nice making of documentary on story thriller cruel pitchure great interview cast and crew telling about their experiences in the film went for about 42 mins"
"The sound design is haunting. Really adds to the grit visuals and lighting. Looks fantastic on 4k. Especially the dark slow motion scenes. It is indeed a very cruel picture. Though it's more of a history piece than anything else."
"Tarantino wet dream. Saw this as called They Call Her One Eye at vrindhouse theater when it was released. Goes beyond MS 45 and I spit on your grave. Generously hard to watch but. you. must. awesome art and. packageing and of the course the print. There a couple releases. . but this is the one to own."
"Thriller: A Cruel Picture, directed by Bo Arne Vibenius, is a notorious revenge exploitation film starring Christina Lindberg. The story follows a mute woman forced into prostitution who eventually takes brutal revenge on the criminals who destroyed her life. The 4K UHD release from Vinegar Syndrome features a new restoration from original elements and includes multiple versions of the film along with special features, offering the definitive presentation of this cult exploitation classic."
"I missed the initial VS release so this was a no brainer to pick up. Amazing thriller and I prefer the new artwork on this one. Beautiful natural transfer on this release and packed to the rafters with features. Festival cut with hardcore inserts may turn some off but definitely one for the previously banned collection."
"The subject of this review is the new alternative slipcover for THRILLER. The VS release of this film is a must have for any exploitation Cinema fan. And although I own the original slip, I liked the Design of this new one so much that I bought it separately. I especially love the shiny details (see video)."
"Missed out on the original release of this, but so glad to get an amazing alternate slipcover!"
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