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Vinegar Syndrome

The Caller

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Edition Type: Limited Edition Slipcover
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Description

On a cold winter night, a woman living alone in the middle of the woods receives an unexpected visitor: a mysterious middle-aged man who asks to use her phone. Obliging the stranger, it soon becomes apparent that they might know more about each other than they’re letting on. As hours and then days pass, the two become engaged in a series of bizarre and sinister mind games uncovering unnerving secrets along the way. All the while, the ongoing confrontation begs the question of…what mysterious events are transpiring in the nearby woods?

Sumptuously photographed by Daniele Nannuzzi (Santa Sangre), THE CALLER is a labyrinthine mystery tinged with horror and science fiction elements which stars Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange, Caligula) alongside Madolyn Smith (Urban Cowboy). One of the few theatrical features from veteran TV director Arthur Allan Seidelman and Emmy nominated writer Michael Sloan (The Equalizer), Vinegar Syndrome presents this original and unsettling piece of 80s weirdness in a brand new 2K restoration.

Details

Director(s): Arthur Allan Seidelman

Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Madolyn Smith

Release Year: 1987

Runtime: 97 min

Aspect Ratio(s): 1.85:1

Language(s): ENG- English

Sound: Stereo

Subtitles: English SDH

Format: Blu-ray

Disc Info: Region A Blu-ray

Restoration: Newly scanned and restored in 2K from its 35mm interpositive

Packaging Artist(s): Ralf Krause

Genre: Science Fiction

SKU: VS-328 SLIP

Bonus Content
  • “Boiling Over” - an interview with director Arthur Allan Seidelman
  • An audio interview with writer Michael Sloan
  • Promotional still gallery
  • Reversible cover artwork
Label Bio

Vinegar Syndrome was founded to rescue, restore, and preserve genre cinema. Our more than 500 releases to date offer ultimate editions of lost, forgotten, under-seen, under-appreciated, and essential works from around the globe.
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4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 88 reviews
88%would recommend this product
88 reviews
  • MD
    Michael D.
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    2 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Hated it. . . then thought about it.

    A real head scratcher, but I loved where this film went.

    Quality / PackagingRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
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    Gideon M.
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    12 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Feature Length Twilight Zone Episode

    Movie:

    Great spooky/mysterious atmosphere, and both leads are doing an amazing job. Looking forward to rewatching this at some point.

    Extras:

    Pretty light compared to more recent VinSyn releases, but two solid interviews

    Packaging:

    Bonus points for reversible cover.

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    Ed G.
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    1 year ago
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    What is transpiring in the woods?

    I originally got this one for Malcolm McDowell who turns in a great performance as always. Scenes throughout the film keep you guessing and it's really hard to say much about it without spoilers. If you can find it, get it.

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    Pedro G.
    Flag of Brazil
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    1 year ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    One of the best titles released by VS!

    The Caller (1987) is one of the best titles released by VS! The direction of Arthur Allan Seidelman (Hercules in New York), the script by Michael Sloan (The Equalizer), the cinematography by Daniele Nannuzzi (Santa Sangre) and the music composed by Richard Band (Re-Animator) are perfect!

    Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange) and the beautiful Madolyn Smith Osborne (Urban Cowboy) are amazing in their respective roles!

    You need to see the film at least two times to grasp all the little details!

    I hope VS can also release Final Approach (1991) and the thriller Deadly Intentions (1985), both with Madolyn Smith Osborne!

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    JJ P.
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    1 year ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Malcolm Mcdowell gem! This was

    Malcolm Mcdowell gem! This was a fun watch! Very happy to own this one!

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