This listing is for the standard edition 4k UDH/Blu-ray Combo. The limited edition slipcover (designed by Wes Benscoter) was limited to 5,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.
Private investigator John March is handed the most unusual case of his career when the beautiful Claire Ward turns up at his office asking for help. Her husband, the esteemed chemical engineer Charles Dexter Ward, has started dabbling in strange and secretive experiments, and has recently moved out of the marital home and into a remote and disused ancestral farmhouse to continue his activities in privacy. As these experiments take an ever more sinister turn, with reports of body parts being delivered to the property, Charles himself begins displaying increasingly erratic behavior, apparently taking on the personality of someone from centuries ago. With Charles eventually committed to a psychiatric facility for evaluation, leaving John and Claire free to investigate the property, the nightmare has only just begun…
Taking its cue from the success of Stuart Gordon’s similarly H.P. Lovecraft-inspired Re-Animator (1985), director Dan O’Bannon’s (The Return of the Living Dead) THE RESURRECTED sought to further mine the works of Lovecraft with this thrilling take on his novella The Case of Charles Dexter Ward. Starring John Terry (TV's Lost, The Living Daylights), Chris Sarandon (Fright Night, Child’s Play), Jane Sibbett (TV’s Friends), and Robert Romanus (Fast Times at Ridgemont High), and featuring some truly memorable and horrific prosthetic creature FX, Vinegar Syndrome is thrilled to breathe new life into this unjustly overlooked early 90s horror outing, which claws its way up from the subterranean lab newly restored in 4K from its original camera negative and loaded with a wealth of new and archival bonus features.
directed by: Dan O'Bannon starring: John Terry, Jane Sibbett, Chris Sarandon, Robert Romanus 1991 / 105 min / 1.85:1 / English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Stereo
Additional info:
2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray
4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range
Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
Commentary track with producers Mark Borde and Kenneth Raich, writer Brent V. Friedman, special effects artist Todd Masters, and actor Robert Romanus
Duality of Man (21 min) - a new interview with actor Chris Sarandon
Being Present (14 min) - a new interview with actor Robert Romanus
A Grisly Crossover (25 min) - a new interview with film critic and author Kim Newman
Claire's Conundrum (15 min) - an archival interview with actress Jane Sibbett
The Strange Case of Charles Dexter Ward (24 min) - an archival interview with author S.T. Joshi
The Resurrected Man (15 min) - an archival interview with actor Chris Sarandon
Abominations & Adaptations (18 min) - an archival interview with writer Brent V. Friedman
Grotesque Melodies (10 min) - an archival interview with composer Richard Band
Lovecraftian Landscapes (8 min) - an archival interview with production designer Brent Thomas
Human Experiments (16 min) - an archival interview with special effects artist Todd Masters
The Resurrected is a highly praised 4K restoration of a 1991 horror film, celebrated for its fantastic Lovecraftian horror, excellent adaptation, and stunning visual effects. The limited edition slipcover, featuring beautiful artwork, adds to its appeal. Customers appreciate the clean and crisp image quality and the well-worth owning release.
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Transfer Quality (14%): It was reported by customers that the transfer of the movie was great and the slipcover was beautiful.
Slipcover Artwork (6%): It was reported by customers that the artwork on the slipcover of the product is fantastic and amazing.
Film Quality (27%): Many customers appreciated the movie, describing it as one of the best movies they have ever seen.
H.P. Lovecraft Adaptation (6%): Customers raved about the one of the best adaptations of H. P. Lovecraft by Dan O' Bannon.
Product Release (12%): It was reported by customers that the release of The Resurrected is great and well worth owning.
"Good movie, amazing art, tremendous transfer, and it's to see a lovecraft adaption that has a serious tone." — Sean M.
"I liked the movie, nice transfer and slipcover" — Robert E.
"The vast majority of this movie was highly entertaining and fantastic, in my opinion." — Brandon B.
Reviews
Lovecraft Lives!
"I previously had the Scream Factory release of The Resurrected, but the jump to 4K with a slew of new special features made this an easy purchase. A tremendous Lovecraft adaptation if you haven’t seen it before."
— David L. (5/5)
VS-513
"I have not had the chance to dig into this new release by VS yet, thus it's still sealed. But I own the older Blu-Ray, which had a transfer that left a lot to be desired for. So I look forward to this new 4K restoration. The movie is one of the better Lovecraft adaptations though and masterfully directed by Dan O'Bannon. All archival extras from the previous realease have been carried over, plus there is a ton of new stuff. The new artwork kicks ass! Unfortunately I missed the slip version, but the standard features the same artwork."
— Dominik F. (5/5)
A spectacular release
"Glad I never got the Scream Factory blu-ray. This is such a great 4K. To me, this movie is a real gift. Huge fan of the Stuart Gordon H. P. Lovecraft movies and this is almost like getting one more long lost third entry in that catalog. Dan O’Bannon brings an interesting more subdued mood to the H. P. insanity which gives this movie its own unique vibe. Not as crazy and over the top but the fog and darkness and dread are stronger. That said, there is still plenty of gooey gore and creepy otherworldly monsters. It is so good! The 4K looks fantastic and the slipcover art is incredible. Just wish it was in a slipcase or, better yet, a VSU."
— chris c. (5/5)
A true hidden gem!!
"This was absolutely fantastic! My first time seeing this movie. Sucked me right in and was totally engaged with the story. The special effects and catacombs set were phenomenal and was perfect for the Lovecraft adaptation. If you enjoyed Re-Animator & From Beyond, then this steps it up a few notches and will blow your mind!"
— Allan R. (5/5)
Solid
"An excellent little mystery thriller by Dan O'Bannon. I love all of the extra interviews with the various actors. I don't notice a big upgrade with the 4K but it does look nice. Solid entry in the VS lineup."
— Albert H. (4/5)
Eye candy for sure
"I had never heard of this one before, and that is exactly what excited me about it. The best flavor of overlooked film is "lost at the mom and pop video store b horror". . . just take a look at some of the screengrabs from it that VS has shared, you'll know immediately if this is for you or not."
— Brian M. (3/5)
A cult classic
"It’s nice have this cult classic finally in 4K, with a slipcase with an awesome design. The movie is amazing with great special effects and a great score"
— Lennard B. (5/5)
For Fans of From Beyond/Reanimator
"The practical effects rule, the story is really engaging and the transfer looks phenomenal. Acting is a bit stilted at times and it takes awhile to get to the “good stuff”…but honestly the procedural investigation of the second act is still good stuff just not the reason you’re buying this. Truly the biggest “lost gem” I’ve seen from VS and a new favorite of mine for early 90s horror. Just go in knowing there is a lot of development of the mystery before it all comes to a head for a FANTASTIC 3rd act."
— Mike S. (5/5)
The Resurrected 4K
"I had missed out on this great H P Lovecraft inspired movie up until this release . Great picture sound and extras as usual from VS"
— steve m. (5/5)
Solid movie with great practical
"Solid movie with great practical effects. Just didn't have the dark humor of Re-animator nor the insanity of From Beyond. Acting was just sort of there. Some good atmosphere and the picture looked great. I was expecting more from it though."
— James M. (3/5)
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