This limited edition box set (designed by Alessa Kreger) is limited to 7,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
One of the favorite tropes of the giallo genre was and is the presence of "amateur detectives;" wherein members of the public take on the challenge of solving a spate of mysterious murders. Presented here are a trio of films, all of which rely on this cherished device, and representing three distinct periods in the genre.
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DEATH CARRIES A CANE
While enjoying an otherwise leisurely day, Kitty, a professional photographer, happens to witness the murder of a nude woman, via a sightseeing telescope. While she is unable to make out the black trench coat-wearing killer’s face, it’s not long before this mystery assailant begins stalking and gorily bumping off all potential witnesses to the crime. Fearing that she might become the killer’s next target, Kitty enlists the help of her boyfriend, Alberto, as the two launch their own investigation into the murders…
A sensationally trashy and fun giallo from the genre’s early 70s golden age, Maurizio Pradeaux’ DEATH CARRIES A CANE (aka Passi di danza su una lama di rasoio) offers a non-stop barrage of sex and violence, all within the confines of a clever whodunit. Starring Nieves Navarro (Death Walks on High Heels), Robert Hoffmann (Spasmo), Simón Andreu (Open Season), and Rosita Torosh (The Bird with the Crystal Plumage), Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to present the world Blu-ray debut of this deliriously sleazy hidden gem from a new, 4K restoration of its 35mm camera negative, in both its original Italian and English language dubs.
directed by: Maurizio Pradeaux starring: Robert Hoffmann, Nieves Navarro, Jorge Martín, Anuska Borova, Serafino Profumo, Simón Andreu, Anna Liberati, Rosita Torosh 1973 / 91 min / 1.85:1 / Italian Mono with English subtitles + English Mono dub track
Additional info:
Region Free Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
Presented in its original Italian mono soundtrack with optional English subtitles as well as its English mono dub soundtrack
Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani, Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson
"A Life in the Suite" - an interview with editor Eugenio Alabiso
Promotional still gallery
Inside sleeve artwork
Newly translated English subtitles
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NAKED YOU DIE
Following the arrival of a mysterious trunk to an all-girls boarding school, a series of strange disappearances and murders begin to plague the institution. To appease the panic-stricken students and staff, Inspector Durand begins searching the school grounds in a bid to unmask the culprit. However, student and amateur sleuth, Jill, decides to solve the mystery on her own, unwittingly putting herself into the sights of a bloodthirsty killer!
A transitional giallo which bridges the “style over substance” and gothic-inspired thrillers of the mid-60s with the grimier and sleazier efforts of the 1970s and beyond, Antonio Margheriti’s (Cannibal Apocalypse) debut giallo, the perfunctorily-titled NAKED YOU DIE (aka Nude... si muore; The Young, the Evil and the Savage) stars Mark Damon (The Devil’s Wedding Night), Eleonora Brown (Two Women), and Michael Rennie (The Day the Earth Stood Still). Featuring striking scope photography from Fausto Zuccoli (Zombie Holocaust) and a memorable score by Carlo Savina (The House of Exorcism), Vinegar Syndrome presents the English-friendly Blu-ray debut of NAKED YOU DIE, including the original Italian cut and English export version, both restored in 4K from its original 35mm camera negative.
directed by: Antonio Margheriti starring: Mark Damon, Eleonora Brown, Sally Smith, Patrizia Valturri, Michael Rennie, Ludmila Lvova, Luciano Pigozzi 1968 / 1.85:1 Italian Cut: 97 min / Italian Mono with newly translated English subtitles English "School Girl Killer" Cut: 78 min / English Mono
Additional info:
Region Free Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
Presented in two versions: the original 97-minute Italian cut and the 78-minute English language "School Girl Killer" edit
Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani, Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson
"Young, Evil & Savage" - an interview with actress Sally Smith
"School Girl Killer" - an interview with actress Eleonora Brown
"Last Shower" - an interview with actress Malisa Longo
"Hello Giallo: Death Finds Its Feet" - a video essay by Mike Foster on NAKED YOU DIE and the early days of the giallo film
"Giallo Dawson" - a video essay by Pier Maria Bocchi on the lesser-known films of NAKED YOU DIE director Antonio Margheriti aka Anthony Dawson
Promotional image gallery
Inside sleeve artwork
Newly translated English subtitles
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THE BLOODSTAINED SHADOW
In the 1950s, the body of a teenage girl was found strangled near a small village. Decades later, with the murder remaining unsolved, a young man named Stefano, who grew up in the area, returns home to visit his older brother, Paulo, who has become the local priest. Shortly after his arrival, more mysterious murders begin to plague the community, with the victims being members of a strange local sect. But when Paulo begins receiving menacing warnings from an unknown source, Stefano, with the help of his girlfriend Sandra, begins looking into the seemingly ordinary town’s sinister past...
A late 70s standout in the giallo genre, director Antonio Bido’s sophomore feature, THE BLOODSTAINED SHADOW (aka Solamente nero), subverts expectations by offering a complex and serious-in-tone mystery set against the beauty and majesty of Venice. Starring American expat, Craig Hill (A Taste for Killing), Alfredo Zammi (Convoy Busters), and Italian genre film legend, Stefania Casini (Suspiria, Blood for Dracula), Vinegar Syndrome brings this this highly acclaimed thriller to Blu-ray, sourced from a new, director-approved 4K restoration and featuring a vast array of interviews with its cast and crew.
directed by: Antonio Bido starring: Lino Capolicchio, Stefania Casini, Craig Hill, Massimo Serato, Juliette Mayniel, Laura Nucci, Alfredo Zammi 1978 / 109 min / 1.85:1 / Italian Mono with English subtitles + English Mono dub track
Additional info:
Region Free Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani, Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson
"Deep Black" - an interview with director Antonio Bido
"Inkstained Shadow" - an interview with screenwriter Marisa Andalò
"Beauty in the Darkness" - actress Stefania Casini interviewed by Antonio Bido
"Rural Horror Hero" - actor Lino Capolicchio interviewed by Antonio Bido
"The Bloodstained Set" - an interview with production assistant Luciano Lucchi
"A Bloodstained Sound" - an interview with musician Claudio Simonetti
Still gallery featuring behind-the-scenes photos & promotional images
Alternate English titles & credits
Original Italian trailer
Original English trailer
Inside sleeve artwork
Newly translated English subtitles
Overall rating: 4.8057556 / 5 from 278 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Forgotten Gialli: Volume Six is a limited edition box set featuring three giallo films, praised for its stunning 4K restorations, beautiful artwork, and excellent packaging. Customers appreciate the high-quality picture and video, making it a fantastic addition to the series.
"The films are great and the artwork looks fantastic" — Richard V.
"Of course the quality in these is great and the packaging looks amazing as always" — Sebastian C.
"Beautiful package and the movies look fantastic." — Corbin C.
Reviews
Middle of the road Giallo's
"A mixed bag of Giallo thrillers. 'Death Carries A Cane' I had only previously seen as a ropey old bootleg so this was a welcome addition to the set. The film itself is fairly entertaining but no classic of the genre. 'Naked You Die' I can give or take: have seen the Dark Sky dvd and remember it being kind of dull. The standout here is 'Bloodstained Shadow' which is a decent Giallo that has had a fair few releases previously, so its not really all that forgotten. As with the rest of this series the transfers are very nice and the films are housed in the usual lovely sturdy box."
— Mark E. (3/5)
This Set Absolutely Delivered
"The Bloodstained Shadow was definitely the one that pulled me into this set the most. Something about the atmosphere and mystery around it immediately caught my attention, and it ended up being exactly the kind of slow-burning giallo I love. The whole collection honestly feels like a perfect reminder of why I keep getting deeper into this style of horror — the striking visuals, uneasy tension, and that weird dreamlike logic these films have just make them so memorable. Definitely one of my favorite Forgotten Gialli sets so far."
— Kenia C. (5/5)
Good quality box!
"Good quality box with nice artwork, unfortunately my copy came with a small tear on the artwork. The transfers and discs are very good as usual and in terms of the movies this is one of the best box in the series so far. Death carries a crane is an absolute classic. I would have liked the addition of a booklet/book in the box as I prefer reading before and after rather than watching extras."
— Johannes P. (4/5)
Favorite volume so far
"All three movies are a great watch especially death carries a cane and naked you die even though only two people died naked and the rest fully clothed"
— Gustavo M. (5/5)
FORGOTTEN GAILLI V. 6
"There have been so many Giallo films released by so many boutique labels, yet VS still finds gold for these sets."
— Richard M. (4/5)
Forgotten Gialli 6
"Loving these Gialli sets"
— Alan C. (5/5)
1970s Giallos are better than
"1970s Giallos are better than those of 1980s. There is more artificiality in the 80s which went on increasing."
— Manhar G. (5/5)
Forgotten Giallo 6
"Superb films and transfers. Design of the box is marvellous."
— David P. (5/5)
Must own for Giallo fans!
"Another solid trio of Gialli I've not seen until now. The Bloodstained Shadow was my favorite of the bunch. The score by Cipriani with Goblin playing along was the most appealing and got me excited to finally see the movie. The other two films are equally as good in their own ways. Naked You Die being an early entry to the Giallo catalog. A must own for Gaillo fans!"
— Allan R. (5/5)
Great!!!
"Fantastic Gialli Collection! Gotta get them all! Great Job VS!!!"
— Richelle S. (5/5)
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