This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray/DVD combo. The limited edition slipcover was limited to 3,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.
For years Roscoe (Joe Spinell) has been the town undertaker. However, inside his funeral home, he's been amassing a bloody collection of human souvenirs, which he uses in unspeakable acts of violence and perversion. When some townspeople begin to disappear under strange circumstances, Roscoe's nephew starts to grow suspicious of the goings on at his uncle's funeral parlor. As he gets closer to the truth, he inadvertently begins putting the lives of those around him at risk, as well as his own...
One of cult superstar Joe Spinell's final films, THE UNDERTAKER is a dark and violent slasher featuring one of Spinell's most memorable and flamboyant performances. Long thought lost and only available in bootlegs or its radically recut and heavily censored version, Vinegar Syndrome proudly presents THE UNDERTAKER newly restored from its original 35mm original camera negative and on Blu-ray for the first time. Also included are never before seen outtakes, production still gallery, and a brand new interview and commentary with writer/actor/director William Kennedy, who tells the story of this unjustly forgotten slice of late 80s horror.
directed by: William Kennedy, Steve Bono, Frank Avianca & Richard E. Brooks
starring: Joe Spinell, Rebeca Yaron, Patrick Askin, Susan Bachli, William Kennedy
1988 / 88 minutes / Color / 1.85:1
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Overall rating: 4.4766355 / 5 from 107 reviews.
The Undertaker is a newly restored Blu-ray/DVD combo featuring a dark and violent slasher film with a memorable performance by Joe Spinell. Customers appreciate the stunning release, excellent packaging, and the inclusion of never-before-seen outtakes and a new interview with the director. While opinions on the film itself vary, the restoration and additional content are highly praised.
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"Vinegar Syndrome brings home The Undertaker in a fully uncut, restored version, giving it the good old VS treatment! Packed with splattery effects and Joe Spinell's signature charm! His last film deserves a spot on your shelf, and this bluray is the way to do it!"
"A gritty, low-budget slasher with plenty of charm and an unforgettable performance from Joe Spinell. It captures the spirit of early-'80s independent horror, and Vinegar Syndrome's restoration gives this cult favorite the presentation it deserves."
"Not the best film to feature Joe Spinell, but worth watching. The story is a little boring at times, and the loss of parts of the original film is evident. Love the low-budget 80s synth soundtrack."
"The Undertake is the type of film you watch if you want to cheer for the bad guy because you always cheer for Joe Spinell, am I right? No matter how hideously creepy and sweaty his brow is, no matter what dark, grotesque things he's up to. . . you love him. He was a one of a kind talent. There's an authenticity to the roles he brought to the screen. Deep down, you knew he was a nice guy in real life, just trying to pay the bills. This movie is him doing what he did best, act like a completely unhinged lunatic and prove his loneliness by collecting bodies to be his friends. It features a slew of bare-breasted babes and the special effects are awesome. It's a shame six minutes were missing from the original 35mm camera negative but bless the saints at Vinegar Syndrome for including the footage back into the picture, albeit from a grainy VHS workprint. It ain't supposed to be a pretty movie, anyway!"
"Unfortunately disappointed with this one, good transfer and interviews, but movie itself feels rushed and unfinished"
"Amazing restoration of this horror cinematic gem. Highly recommended for fans of the genre! 4/5 stars!"
"Great restoration of a decent slasher"
"Really good"
"This was a pretty good watch."
"The undertaker is a fantastic and forgotten film starring the amazing Joe Spinell in one of his finest performances. It’s a different side of the slasher genre and Vinegar center makes us a beautiful release."
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