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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 Sam Smith), includes a 40-page perfect bound book and is limited to 8,000units. It is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
Martin Bells is finding it tough to pay his way through law school, especially as his studies occupy nearly all of his waking hours. Needing to make extra income while remaining in a quiet environment, he takes a job as a night watchman at the city morgue. However, shortly after his arrival, a twisted necrophiliac killer begins murdering local prostitutes. As Detective Thomas Cray begins to investigate, the clues he uncovers unexpectedly start to point towards Martin as the prime suspect…
A twist-filled contemporary whodunit, adapted from director Ole Bornedal’s own 1994 Danish film while taking cues from the then-reemerging Hollywood slasher boom, NIGHTWATCH (1997) offers an all-star cast including Ewan McGregor (Trainspotting), three-time Academy Award® nominee Nick Nolte (48 Hrs., The Thin Red Line), Academy Award® nominee Josh Brolin (No Country for Old Men), Academy Award® nominee Brad Dourif (One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest), and Academy Award® winner Patricia Arquette (Boyhood). Vinegar Syndrome is proud to bring this tense and grisly thriller to UHD, newly and exclusively restored in 4K from its original 35mm camera negative, and packed with both new and archival extras.
directed by: Ole Bornedal starring: Ewan McGregor, Josh Brolin, Nick Nolte, Patricia Arquette, Lauren Graham, Brad Dourif 1997 / 101 min / 2.35:1 / English 5.1 Surround + 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 author/screenwriter Kelly Goodner and film historian Jim Hemphill
"World of Nothingness" (7 min) - an interview with co-writer/director Ole Bornedal
"A Thrilling Cast" (8 min) - an interview with casting director Rick Pagano
"Building Suspense" (10 min) - a featurette with production designer Richard Hoover and set decorator Brian Hasch
"The Paranoid Cinema of Nightwatch" (8 min) - a video essay by filmmaker Will Webb
Behind-the-scenes footage (10 min)
Still gallery (5 min)
Trailer
40-page perfect-bound book with essays by Phillip Escott, Alexandra Heller-Nicholas, and Ariel Powers-Schaub (limited edition only)
Reversible sleeve artwork
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 60 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Nightwatch, a limited edition 2-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set, is praised for its excellent packaging and restoration. The movie, a contemporary whodunit, is celebrated for its thrilling cast and engaging plot. Extras include commentary, featurettes, and a 40-page book, making it a must-have for fans of the genre.
"Love this movie and love everything about this release" — Chris H.
"a great movie gets a good release." — mattias d.
"Cool movie with a great cast." — John S.
Reviews
Excellent Dark Thriller
"While not as good as the Danish original, this is nonetheless a fine Hollywood remake, with a superb cast. I've been waiting a long time for a good release of this, and VS delivered with a stacked edition."
— Kyle S. (4/5)
Pales In Comparison
"This is a remake of a Danish film. It has a great cast, and it follows the original incredibly well. It has the same director and writer along with a co-write from Stephen Soderbergh, but it just doesn't compare to the original. I can't put my finger on why it didn't work for me. Nick Nolte was miscast in this one, and some of the acting was very hammy. I would just watch the superior original film."
— Nathan L. (3/5)
Great hidden 90s gem!
"I bought this as a blind buy while the trailer really had me intrigued. This proved to be a great decision! Noghtwatch has a definitive 90s feel, but also has the makings of a genuine creepy late night thriller sprinkled with some neo-noir flavor. Overall a great movie presented in stunning quality"
— Harry R. (5/5)
Nightwatch
"Was eager to grab this release as soon as it was announced and it doesn’t disappoint. The new transfer is a huge upgrade and looks wonderful, with a really informative book and features."
— Ben S. (5/5)
Lost gem back in my life
"So glad VSU got the rights to this. This sleeper came into my life in VHS of 25 years ago. The suspense and acting lives on. The picture quality is awesome and special features rule."
— Eric C. (5/5)
Great
"Great to get a nice edition for this film, very happy"
— Gary J. (5/5)
Good film, great transfer!
"Not every catalog title receives this kind of treatment, which makes releases like this especially appreciated. I got this as a blind buy, and while I thought the film was just “good” I am so glad to own it in this substantial package! The film looks magnificent, sounds great, excellent bonus features, and the flick has been packaged with the kind of attention that collectors notice immediately."
— Patrick F. (4/5)
Great late 90’s thriller
"I remember the trailers for this movie and one in particular that was on the vhs for Jackie Brown that made me want to see it. That trailer had some extra footage in it too. It’s a shame that the original cut doesn’t exist, but the movie as is is a tense and creepy film. Nick Nolte is the big standout in the film."
— Rene R. (5/5)
Good for a night watch
"A slow burn, but I was into it. Creepy atmosphere, solid mystery, and a few genuinely tense moments."
— Tyler S. (5/5)
Night watch
"Saw this in theaters and knew then it was a remake. I always enjoyed this version,even after seeing the original. Ewan McGregor was always so engaging in his early roles and this is no exception. Fun and creepy"
— Ron N. (5/5)
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