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Black Cat 1 & 2

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BLACK CAT 1 & 2 is part of our Vinegar Syndrome Archive collection, celebrating forgotten cinematic oddities from the video store era.

This collection was inspired by our own brick & mortar video stores, with locations in Bridgeport, CT; Aurora, CO and Toronto, ON!

Unique to this line, each hand numbered limited edition release will come fitted in a specially designed, bottom loading VHS inspired slipcase, while also including a double-sided poster.

These releases will ONLY be available on our website and at participating indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them. This slipcase edition (designed by JJ Harrison) is strictly limited to 5,000 units and includes a 40-page perfect bound book. This release may (but probably not) be followed by a standard edition in the future.

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Explosive action, bloody gunfights and bone-breaking martial arts all collide in this "girls with guns" double feature of BLACK CAT and BLACK CAT 2. Vinegar Syndrome Archive is proud to present this deadly duo for the first time on Blu-ray in the US, newly restored from archival film elements.

BLACK CAT (96 min): After brutally killing an abusive trucker at a rest stop, tough as nails drifter Catherine soon finds herself facing life in prison due to her violent outbursts. But, when a daring escape from the courthouse leaves her all but dead, Catherine awakens to find she's been given another lease on life, the only catch: she must train to become an assassin for the CIA under the codename Black Cat. With the tutelage of fellow agent, Brian (Simon Yam, Ip Man), Catherine must learn to give up any chance of a normal life if she wishes to remain alive. Known to many as "the Hong Kong version of La Femme Nikita," BLACK CAT manages to separate itself from its predecessor thanks in part to the intense martial arts sequences captured by director Stephen Shin (Easy Money), as well as a stellar performance from the lovely but deadly Jade Leung (Satin Steel, Enemy Shadow).

BLACK CAT 2 (91 min): After undergoing a series of medical experiments in order to become a more efficient assassin, Catherine struggles to maintain what little of her human side is left. Deemed compromised by her higher-ups, Catherine is given one more chance when she is partnered with a young hot-headed agent, Robin (Robin Shou, Mortal Kombat). Catherine must use her newly enhanced skills in order to stop a violent assassin before he claims his next victim. BLACK CAT 2 sees the reunion of director Stephen Shin with Jade Leung returning as the title character. However, this sequel manages to up the ante on the original by combining sci-fi elements with over-the-top action sequences, including an end fight scene that is sure to make your head spin.

directed by: Stephen Shin
starring: Jade Leung, Simon Yam, Thomas Lam, Robin Shou, Zoltan Buday
Black Cat: 1991 / 96 min / Cantonese Mono + English Mono
Black Cat 2: 1992 / 91 min / Cantonese Stereo + English Mono

Additional info:

  • 2-disc Region A Blu-ray Set
  • Newly restored by Vinegar Syndrome from existing studio masters
  • Includes both Cantonese and English language tracks for both films
  • Commentary track for Black Cat by author and historian Samm Deighan
  • Brand new interview with actress Jade Leung (14 min)
  • Brand new interview with martial arts director Benz Kong To-Hoi (13 min)
  • "Copycat? Black Cat and Its Influences" (17 min) - a video essay by author and historian Alexandra Heller-Nicholas
  • Black Cat trailer in Cantonese & English
  • Black Cat 2 trailer in Cantonese & English
  • Still galleries for Black Cat & Black Cat 2
  • 40-page perfect bound book!
  • Reversible sleeve artwork
  • Newly translated English subtitles

Overall rating: 4.6019416 / 5 from 412 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Black Cat 1 & 2, part of the Vinegar Syndrome Archive collection, offers a unique VHS-inspired packaging and a double-sided poster. The Blu-ray set includes both Cantonese and English language tracks, newly translated subtitles, and special features like interviews and video essays. Customers praised the release, transfer quality, action, art, extras, movie, packaging, film, and acting.

Summary topics

  • Release Quality: 16%
  • Transfer Quality: 11%
  • Action and Plot: 8%
  • Special Features: 15%
  • Artwork: 8%

Review topics: ["quality","shipping","looks","set","design","cover","deal","piece","packaging","box","case","work","sound","film","features","movie","release","acting","art","cat","transfer","vsa","restoration","booklet","extras","scenes","title","return","flick","addition"].

Review highlights

  • "Great Transfer and great package overall, beautiful artwork and importantly good movie" — Janto T.
  • "The transfer is crisp and clear, preserving the gritty and stylish look of the films." — Adam C.
  • "Thoroughly enjoyed both movies the box and box art are great." — Nathan S.

Reviews

Wacky chinese action! Super fun!

"These are really fun! So over the top and crazy. I was grinning ear to ear the whole time!"

— Stephen J. (5/5)

Great Films

"Excellent action double feature. Great video and audio quality."

— Peter D. (5/5)

Killer packaging and a helluva

"Killer packaging and a helluva lot of fun. A really cool La Femme Nikita knock off that’s worth a watch. Black Cat 1 > Black Cat 2."

— Keith R. (5/5)

Very awesome set of films!

"This one sold out so fast but there may be a standard version available. Highly recommend both films."

— Marcus B. (4/5)

Part 1 is the real

"Part 1 is the real winner, but part 2 is still a lot of fun as well. This remake of La Femme Nikita goes balls to the wall, maybe not quite as sleazy as I expected but bonkers in the best way. Restoration is good, and I always love a book of essays as a bonus."

— Jason A. (4/5)

Hong Kong's Nikita

"Jade Leung back to back as a jaded, petite, indiscreet killing machine. Top packaging."

— Raoul M. (5/5)

La Femme Ala Hong Kong

"La Femme Nikita is a wonderful reference point for a fair number of films and spin-offs. Black Cat is what happens when it crosses cultural bounds and finds itself at the hands of a director who both wants to stay true to the source material, while injecting it with some oddly placed humour. That's not to say that this release isn't worth the time, it's just that the more dour affair of the original is a little under-cut by how briskly paced this film is. The second film I was very curious about seeing after the first film a few years back, and was pleased when VS would include it in this set. It's a remarkable step down in terms of quality, unfortunately is a sci-fi like film, but not a very good one at that. It has its moments, but not great."

— Andrew G. (4/5)

Black cat 1&2

"Love the style of the VSA line. Two action packed pieces of Asian cinema."

— joseph c. (4/5)

Killer Duology

"Black Cat 1 is far better than Black Cat 2, but both are great thrillers overall."

— Oscar M. (4/5)

Black Cat coming at you. Meow

"I'm biased but I love these films and was super excited when I heard they were going to be released. The first film is better than the second, but both are a blast. Great job on the release."

— Scott L. (5/5)

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