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This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray. The limited edition slipcover (designed by Robert Sammelin) was limited to 5,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.

A busload of travelers and their guide, on the hunt for Aztec ruins, decide to stop in an all but forgotten-to-time Mexican village, on the eve of the Day of the Dead. The tour leader, a disgraced priest, is enlisted by a local doctor to perform what he believes to be an exorcism, but in actuality, the doctor is using him to begin a diabolical ritual intended to bring about Hell on Earth!

Among the weirder and more original indie horror films to pop up at the tail end of the 80s, Thai born filmmaker Somtow Sucharitkul's THE LAUGHING DEAD, which he directed, wrote, produced, scored, and acts in, plays heavily into the colorful, gory, and effortlessly surreal tropes of Asian horror films of the 70s and early 80s, but relocates the setting to rural Mexico. Reveling in plentiful and creative death scenes (including a human 'basketball'), all gorgeously photographed by David Boyd (The Walking Dead), Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to present the world Blu-ray debut of THE LAUGHING DEAD, newly restored in 4K from its original negative.

directed by: Somtow Sucharitkul
starring: Tim Sullivan, Wendy Webb, Premika Eaton, Patrick Roskowick, Larry Kagen, Krista Keim
1989 / 91 min / 1.85:1 / English Stereo

Additional info:

Region Free Blu-ray
Newly scanned & restored in 4k from its 35mm original negative
Commentary track with writer/director/producer Somtow Sucharitkul
“Unholy Assembly: Crafting The Laughing Dead” - an extended making-of documentary with: director Somtow Sucharitkul, producer Lex Nakashima, actress Premika Eaton, actor Tim Sullivan, cinematographer David Boyd, associate producer/second unit director Michael Deak, costume designer Shellagh Hannigan and transportation/pa Ron Ford
Reversible cover artwork
English SDH subtitles

Overall rating: 4.2743363 / 5 from 339 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Laughing Dead is a restored horror film with a Mayan theme, praised for its excellent visuals, practical effects, and fantastic transfer. The slipcover artwork is highly appreciated, and the release is considered fantastic by customers.

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Horror Film Quality (17%): In general, customers find this horror film to be great looking and follows an Aztec cult.
Horror Experience (8%): Customers raved about the unhinged horror with a Mayan theme that feels like it was pulled from the depths of VHS fever dreams.
Visual Quality (7%): It was highlighted by customers that the film looks great and has a fantastic transfer and slipcover.
Slipcover Artwork (5%): Customers expressed appreciation for the excellent artwork on the slipcover and packaging of the film.
Video Transfer Quality (12%): It was highlighted by customers that the transfer was excellent, with fun extras and a great slip.

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Review highlights

"I love these kinds of genre films, fun little cheap horror movie." — Joonas H.
"Overall, a solid recommendation, The film looks great and the packaging is solid." — Stephen P.
"I really loved this movie, and the packaging and extras are great as well." — David R.

Reviews

Love/Hate this movie

"Love it for its bizarre premise, hate it for how it’s executed in parts. For sure, it’s different from many other movies of its period. Slipcase is a beauty!"

— massimiliano m. (3/5)

Blind buy that exceeded my expectations.

"Weird and wild occult horror from the late 80's. This one is definitely hard to describe. It's the video store film that I had always heard about, but somehow never saw it for rental at any of the places. Good practical effects, cool death scenes, and a nice transfer. Despite being bat$#!t bizarre, it's a solid film that I'd totally recommend."

— Jason C. (5/5)

Cool slipcover

"The transfer is really nice. If you like weird and nasty vibes you're gonna love The Laughing Dead. Maybe don't go looking for Aztec Ruins unless you're ready to get decimated. Great fun and nasty movie!"

— Nolan L. (5/5)

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"Weird South American horror, some nice extras and a gorgeous slipcover …."

— richard c. (4/5)

More campyness from VS. Thank you!

"I've gotten so fed up of over-budget movies with way too much money poured into the CGI. It's so nice to see classic effects and practical monsters too."

— Leon R. (5/5)

Very silly

"Great release for fans of the film but it’s not my cup of tea. It’s very schlocky and non-sensical and the lead is incredibly stiff and a charisma vacuum. Best part of the release is easily the amazing slipcover art."

— Brandon T. (2/5)

The laughing dead

"Loves the gore gags in the film and the effort that was put in to making the film. Really enjoyed the making of documentary that was in the special features."

— Chelsea G. (4/5)

Laughing Dead

"This is a blind buy but I feel like everything I have seen about this movie makes me believe it’s going to be right up my alley. Plus the artwork is so sick."

— Ian R. (5/5)

Insane in the best of ways.

"This flick is bonkers, but in the best way, and worth the price just for the awesome practical FX. Slipcover is gorgeous. Grab it before it goes OOP."

— Travis H. (5/5)

Nice release!

"Nice release!"

— Kristian W. (5/5)