This special limited edition spot gloss slipcover (designed by Adam Maida) is limited to 2,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
Established in 2000 and based in New York City, IFC Films is a leading U.S. distributor of independent film. Its unique distribution model makes independent films available to a national audience by releasing them in theaters as well as on VOD. Partnered with OCN Distribution, IFC will release new titles on home video and revisit past favorites in brand new editions, with many making their HD physical media debuts.
Based on horrifying crimes discovered in Snowtown, Australia in 1999, THE SNOWTOWN MURDERS is a stark journey into a brutal subculture of suspicion, addiction and violence. Hoping for much-needed stability and security in their lives, embattled mother Elizabeth (Louise Harris) and her three sons take up with John, the self-appointed moral compass of a vigilante neighborhood watch group. John's charismatic nature causes 16-year-old Jamie (Lucas Pittaway) to view the older man as a role model, and the two quickly strike up a bond. But when John introduces Jamie to his disturbing ideas of administering justice, the impressionable youth is confronted with a father figure who may be the most vicious predator he's encountered yet. Winner of the Special Jury Prize at Cannes' Critics Week, Justin Kurzel's directorial debut is an uncompromising look at the alarming circumstances that led to the notorious crimes.
directed by: Justin Kurzel
starring: Lucas Pittaway, Daniel Henshall, Louise Harris
2011 / 119 min / 1.85:1 / English DTS-HD MA 5.1
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Overall rating: 4.728261 / 5 from 92 reviews.
The Snowtown Murders is a limited edition slipcover for a chilling crime film, praised for its excellent packaging and artwork. Customers find the movie fantastic and highly recommend it, though some find it disturbing. The release includes new audio commentary, video essays, and featurettes.
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"This is a serious dark movie , intense and creepy with a darkness you almost cat touch in every scene! Great performances by the actors it feels almost documentary style! Good picture and sound and great extras Not for everyone but sure one for me… 😝"
"I streamed this crime drama quite a while ago for the first time and remembered really enjoying it. I was glad to see a high quality release of the movie here on VS. The slipcover is gorgeous, the overall release is clean, and I was happy to score this while it's still available."
"Great slipcover very disturbing film very nasty portrayal of a nasty character cant really recommend this release"
"This is an incredibly powerful film. It is also a deeply disturbing film that deals w/ difficult subject matter. Not just the fact that the story revolves around true events of an actual serial killer in Australia, but the circumstances that led to his arrival add a further grim layer to this account. This film can be a difficult watch at times, but it has stuck in my mind months after viewing. It was expertly directed despite it being a first film for the director. A Neo-Realist-like approach was implemented. Non-actors, for all but the lead character, filmed on location gives the gritty subject matter a realism that honors the true nature of the events. The acting is incredibly good, especially the young man considered to be the co-lead. He was plucked out of a shopping mall and delivers an exceptional performance. I can understand why some might consider this a one time watch. Again, be warned. However, I will definitely be watching this again, not because of the subject matter, but for the skilled film making."
"Really good crime movie, but will leave you needing emotional support. I'm exaggerating. Artwork looks great."
"Holy shit! Double feature eith Nitram incoming. Great Slipcover!"
"The spot gloss on the slip cover for the blood made it well worth the price I love this movie wanted to wait for a 4k but couldn’t resist the art work is so beautiful"
"Very grim movie, based on a true story. Very well done, just don't expect to feel good when the credits roll"
"Super"
"This gnarly little gem comes packed in a delightful slipcase that disguises the more pedestrian cover art and is packed with excellent special features including a visual essay from Samm Deighan, a commentary from Simon Abrams and booklet with writing from the always delightful Alexandra Heller-Nicholas. There is also a director commentary, deleted scenes and information on the actual crimes. Being a recent film, the transfer is great and I highly recommend this for true crime fans!"
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