This listing is for the standard edition 2-disc 4k UHD/Blu-ray release. The limited edition slip box (designed by Edward Kinsella) was limited to 12,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the packaging and 40-page book.
Nazi-occupied Romania, 1941: In a small and gloomy village hidden deep in the mountains, German troops have arrived to lay siege. Although warned by the townspeople to stay out of a mysterious and ornately carved structure known only as “The Keep,” two arrogant soldiers ignore their orders and break into the obelisk, hoping to find stowed treasure, but instead unleash an ancient evil force which, with each new victim, grows stronger and more powerful. After suffering large casualties at its hands, Captain Klaus Woermann is informed that the only person who might be capable of defeating this monstrous and demonic entity is an elderly Jewish historian named Dr. Theodore Cuza, who is being held captive with his daughter in a concentration camp...
The legendary horror spectacle from director Michael Mann (Heat, Miami Vice), adapted from genre writer F. Paul Wilson’s New York Times best-selling novel, THE KEEP is a mesmerizing visual feast of supernatural terror enhanced by a remarkable original score by Tangerine Dream (Sorcerer) along with jaw-dropping special effects by Nick Maley (Superman, Lifeforce). Starring Scott Glenn (The Hunt for Red October), Jürgen Prochnow (David Lynch’s Dune, Das Boot), Alberta Watson (Hackers), and two-time Oscar® nominee Ian McKellen (The Lord of the Rings film franchise), Vinegar Syndrome is thrilled to at last offer the 4K UHD and Blu-ray debut of this highly sought-after and long unavailable cult film classic, newly restored for this release from its original camera negative and featuring exclusive new interviews with cast and crew revealing the fascinating production history of this one-of-a-kind cinematic experience.
directed by: Michael Mann starring: Scott Glenn, Alberta Watson, Jürgen Prochnow, Robert Prosky, Gabriel Byrne, Ian McKellen, William Morgan Sheppard 1983 / 96 min / 2.35:1 / English DTS-HD Master Audio 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 Film Historian Matthew Aspery Gear
"Out of the Darkness" (7 min) - an interview with producer Gene Kirkwood
"Something Is Murdering My Men" (24 min) - an interview with The Keep author F. Paul Wilson
"What He Left Unfinished" (6 min) - an interview with VFX producer Peter Kuran
"An Evil Most Ancient" (24 min) - an interview with make-up effects designer Nick Maley
"Other Sounds for Other Worlds" (11 min) - an interview with co-composer Johannes Schmoelling
"I, Molasar" (25 min) - an interview with actor Michael Carter
Still gallery
Original trailer
TV spot
Reversible sleeve artwork
40-page booklet with new essays by Bilge Ebiri and Caroline Golum, plus a 1983 interview with Michael Mann (exclusive to the limited slipcase edition)
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.7606144 / 5 from 1107 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Keep, a classic horror film directed by Michael Mann, has been restored and released in 4K UHD and Blu-ray. Customers praise the stunning restoration, excellent packaging, fantastic film quality, and amazing sound. The release includes exclusive interviews and a 40-page booklet, making it a must-have for collectors.
"Great rare movie that finally got a proper release, tons of extras amazing packaging ." — jose c.
"It’s a great to finally see this film again, especially with such great sound quality and crisp transfer." — Dan Y.
"Looks amazing, sounds amazing, and the packaging is pure class!" — Aaron F.
Reviews
Keep this
"From filmmaker Michael Mann, this unique movie about a group of soldiers that confronts odd situations in a strange abandoned structure. Great remaster of audio and video, only at VS website."
— Carlos R. (5/5)
The Keep, what could have been
"Michael Mann’s the Keep is a great example of a vision destroyed by studio. We are left with a truncated version of what could have been. What we have left is something truly special and Vinegar Syndromes release is outsanding in every way from extras to booklet. This LE version is an excellent way to experience the film the best way possible at the moment."
— Oskari V. (5/5)
It's a Keeper!
"Looks and sounds fantastic. I've always had a soft spot for this movie, but this is the first time I was actually mesmerized watching it. That Tangerine Dream soundtrack is sublime, and that long opening tilt down shot sets the mood perfectly. So glad I finally have a version of this that looks amazing!"
— Max B. (5/5)
A Gorgeous One of a Kind Oddity Among Michael Mann's Filmography
"I never expected to see The Keep receive such a gorgeous release! The film's not quite complete state is plain to see, it's bound to leave viewers asking "what could have been", but there's still so much to love in the film as is, spectacular cinematography, an intriguing plot, and a great monster design, all rounded out with a compelling lineup of special features diving deep into the film and it's troubled production."
— Janette M. (5/5)
It's a KEEPer
"Longtime fan of Michael Mann films, this one is a bit of off a heads scratchee. The build up of the seeing was excellent, but the supernatural elements didn't add up for me in the end . I'm still glad to have this one in my collection and will give it another watch with the commentary. I missed out on the slipcover edition, but the standard also has a reversible cover art"
— Steven A. (5/5)
Still baffling that this film
"Still baffling that this film exists and that we are finally able to watch it in 4K! Michael Mann's most unique film!"
— Nicolas P. (5/5)
Pretty pretty good
"Yeah, I wasn’t bad at all. I gotta say I think I’ll probably check it out again today."
— Jorma s. (5/5)
Oh Mann
"As someone who has always been hit and miss with MM, I love The Keep! Great visuals, score, and atmosphere and just a general weird film that I am so glad to finally have"
— Aaron M. (5/5)
Happy to finally have The Keep on disc
"Never thought this would every make it to disc. Would have love to have seen the director's cut, but happy with the bang up job the team at Vin Syn have done on the theatrical. Worth every penny."
— Travis H. (5/5)
The Keep
"In my opinion not the best movie but if you want to add to the collection. . it's all on you . . . . The quality of the 4k was okay not the best but it is an older movie . . . Buy at your own risk"
— Brian S. (3/5)
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