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This special limited edition 2-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set comes with a spot gloss hard slipcase + slipcover combo (designed by Wes Benscoter & Shea Hardacre), includes a 40-page perfect bound book and is limited to 6,000units. It is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
Jane Baker is finding life difficult to cope with following the death of her lover. Seeking seclusion, she takes a room in a large, gothic mansion, whose owner is blind. But Jane is also keeping a horrifying secret; a remnant of her love which she cannot let go but must keep hidden. As her fragile mental state further deteriorates, visitors to the spooky old house come too close to uncovering the shocking truth, when Jane snaps and unleashes a wrath of increasingly bloody terror…
The first feature film directed entirely by Italian horror legend Lamberto Bava (A Blade in the Dark, Demons), the giallo-tinged, true-crime-inspired MACABRE (Macabro) offers a tense and grisly study of budding madness. Starring Bernice Stegers (Fellini’s City of Women, Xtro) in a riveting performance utilizing the haunting beauty of New Orleans, and featuring a screenplay co-authored by Bava along with the great Pupi and Antonio Avati (The House With Laughing Windows, Zeder), this unnerving thriller at last hits 4K UHD from Vinegar Syndrome in a brand new, absolutely gorgeous restoration of its totally uncensored original camera negative, along with a heaping assortment of fresh interviews and critical appraisals.
directed by: Lamberto Bava starring: Bernice Stegers, Stanko Molnar, Veronica Zinny, Roberto Posse, Ferdinando Orlandi, Fernando Pannullo, Elisa Kadigia Bove 1980 / 90 min / 1.85:1 / Italian & English Mono
Additional info:
2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region Free Blu-ray
4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range
Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
Three presentations of the film (UHD and BD):
Italian theatrical version
International theatrical version
US theatrical version
Commentary track with film historians Eugenio Ercolani, Troy Howarth, and Nathaniel Thompson
"The Bloody Beginning" - an interview with director Lamberto Bava
"New Orleans Gothic" - an interview with writer Pupi Avati
"A Head for Producing" - an interview with producer Antonio Avati
"Jazzing for a Murder" - an interview with film music historian Pierpaolo De Sanctis
"Macabre Love" - an interview with Macabre expert Mark Thompson Ashworth
Macabre Q&A with Lamberto Bava
"Danse Macabre" - an archival interview with screenwriter Roberto Gandus
Original theatrical trailer
International theatrical trailer
40-page perfect-bound book with essays by Dakota Noot, Pierce Conran, and Danielle Burgos(limited edition only)
Reversible sleeve artwork
Newly translated English subtitles
Overall rating: 4.8990827 / 5 from 109 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Macabre, a limited edition 2-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set, features a new restoration of the 1980 Italian horror film directed by Lamberto Bava. This set includes a hard slipcase, slipcover, a 40-page book, and is limited to 6,000 units. The film, starring Bernice Stegers, offers a tense and grisly study of budding madness, presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range with multiple versions and bonus interviews.
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Film Quality (20%): A significant number of customers appreciated the movie, describing it as enjoyable, great, and enjoyable.
Film Presentation (20%): Many customers raved about the film, describing it as classic Italian film and an amazing presentation.
"This gave me Hellraiser-meets-giallo vibes. I had a rough idea of the setup from the artwork and wasn’t sure how they’d stretch it into a full film, but it still managed to surprise and delight and horrify. Lucy is straight trouble. I didn’t find many lulls in the pacing, though I can see why some might find it slow if they’re unfamiliar with the genre. The jazzy “get it on” music is a bit much at times, but it serves its purpose. A genuinely original flick with a solid transfer. It includes multiple cuts, though I’ve only watched the Macabre English version so far."
— Kyle M. (5/5)
Macabre debut film from son of Bava
"Satisfying debut film from Lamberto Bava . A thriller/ Giallo that takes place in New Orleans in the beginning of 80s. Great picture and sound . Lots of extras and a cover that beats most of the similar releases makes this a big recommendation!"
— Patrick J. (5/5)
A wonderfully atmospheric gothic horror
"A wonderfully atmospheric gothic horror film, and this release does it justice. The transfer is excellent, with a clean and detailed picture that still preserves the film’s original look. Definitely worth picking up, especially for fans of classic horror."
— Luis C. (5/5)
great edition
"This isn't my favorite Lamberto Bava film, but it's one of the first ones I saw back in the heyday of Anchor Bay DVDs & I think it's great. This set is truly gorgeous. The film looks fantastic, & what a treat to have 3 cuts, even if there might not be major differences. All the packaging design is beautiful. I'm truly pleased to have this deluxe edition on my shelf."
— Isaac W. (5/5)
Great 4K upgrade!
"Wonderful 4K package! The transfer is a nice upgrade from the blu-ray. The artwork is great (maybe besides the front cover on the slipcase), informative extras, and solid essays in the included booklet. Recommend picking this one up!"
— Matthew L. (4/5)
Magnificent edition of Lambertos first full movie as director!
"I've owned a few versions of Macabre over the years and this is outstanding. A very mad film indeed and just look at that cover!"
— Harry F. (5/5)
Lamberto Bava's Debut!
"This new 4k of Lamberto Bava's debut directorial effort is worth every penny and the wait! The new transfer looks immaculate and VS has adorned it with an abundance of supplements, housed in their customary sturdy slipcase, along with a nicely appointed booklet! Everything fans of this odd and gruesome giallo could ask for!"
— Steven M. (5/5)
A girl and her corpse…
"Awesome release and restoration of Lamberto Bava’s classic. Love the artwork! This release is pretty simple to spoil, so I’ll just say the film is a beautifully filmed Italian mystery mind-bender, albeit pretty tame by today’s standards, but still a great watch."
— Steven B. (5/5)
Lamberto my beloved
"This movie has a reputation for being very slow. And it was but at no point was I bored, there’s two characters here who are so bizarre and psychotic. It’s not one of my favorite Lamberto Bava movies but it’s still pretty good"
— Gustavo M. (5/5)
Bavas jr best
"Best Bavas jr movie. Top 4k transfer and extras. Thanks again to the company for this excellent work"
— Marcos O. (5/5)
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