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Vinegar Syndrome

Shot

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This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray/DVD combo. The limited edition slipcover (designed by Earl Kessler Jr.) was limited to just 1,500 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.

Semi-urban detective duo Ross and Wilson have been charged with taking down local drug kingpin, Blasi. After busting a low-level pusher, they convince his girlfriend, Sheila, to start working for them as an undercover operative in exchange for avoiding prison. But as Ross finds himself becoming romantically interested in his new, perpetually spaced out informant, Blasi continues to strengthen his crime empire, setting his sights on even loftier, and deadlier, ambitions.

A low-key piece of regional New American Cinema influenced action-thriller and character drama, SHOT was produced for a scant $15,000 in the college town of Champaign, IL and is made all the more impressive by the fact that it was written, produced and directed by then college students Mitch Brown and Nate Kohn, using funds they'd raised doing campus film screenings. With its well choreographed and French Connection inspired car chase and stunt scenes, impressive helicopter photography (and pursuits), punctuated by naturalistic performances from a mostly amateur cast, along with extensive local color, SHOT remains a forgotten gem of early 70s regional filmmaking. Barely screened theatrically and almost impossible to see since its brief VHS release (in which it was retitled DEATH SHOT), Vinegar Syndrome presents SHOT on Blu-ray, newly restored from its 16mm reversal original and fully uncut for the first time on video.

directed by: Mitch Brown
starring: Richard C. Watt, Frank Himes, Charles Russell, Neil Lifton, Jay Brett, James Hinton, Denise Sondej, Margaret Uharik
1973 / 92min / Color / 1.33:1

Additional info:

  • Region free Blu-ray/DVD combo
  • Newly scanned and restored in 2k from 16mm camera negative
  • "Taking the Shot" - an interview with director Mitch Brown
  • Audio interview with producer Nate Kohn
  • Promotional still and article gallery
  • Reversible cover artwork
  • English SDH subtitles

Overall rating: 4.2222223 / 5 from 99 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

SHOT is a low-budget action thriller that has been praised for its focused story and impressive car chases. Customers have also commended the outstanding box artwork and the great release features, including interviews and promotional stills. The film's naturalistic performances and local color have made it a hidden gem of early 70s regional filmmaking.

Summary topics

  • Action Thriller: 8%
  • Box Artwork: 7%
  • Film Quality: 31%
  • Overall Enjoyment: 20%
  • Release Features: 7%

Review topics: ["looks","packaging","effort","buy","film","movie","budget","thriller","presentation","release","artwork","story","cinematography","acting","fun","transfer","scenes","ambition","low-budget thriller","cars","enjoyed","watch","features","marks","fare","plot","slipcover","pacing","officer","blood"].

Review highlights

  • "This is a very interesting thriller that is a classic VS title imo, one of the best films I’ve seen from them." — Hudson L.
  • "Excellent restoration, packaging and artwork." — James R.
  • "Great low budget action that plays out like and hour and half long version of Beastie Boys Sabotage." — mike w.

Reviews

Fun watch

"Fun watch and better then expected, even added a media club slipcover"

— Adri H. (5/5)

So low budget. So much ambition.

"Watch this one 8f you really want to see what people can do with no budget but endless ambition. Great watch!"

— Stephen J. (5/5)

What an absolute delight!

"I made this purchase largely due to the fact that it was shot in and around the mean streets and backroads of Champaign-Urbana, IL. For a $15,000 student film shot in Central IL in the early 70’s, the on-screen production value is staggering. Do car tires screech on dirt and grass? Sure. Is the climatic action scene unlike anything I’ve ever seen? Yes, it is. For a student film, it’s very well made, and entertaining from start to finish. A tip of the cap to Mitch Brown and everyone involved in making this charming piece of IL film history."

— Chris B. (4/5)

Not bad

"Definitely admire the passion and I'm happy to see films like this getting restored, even if I didn't find the film great"

— Ian B. (3/5)

Trash I like

"Dope shit"

— chris b. (5/5)

Awesome for a student made film

"Great film. Especially for a student made film."

— Tait K. (4/5)

Experimental cinema at its rawest

"Shot is a chaotic and fascinating dive into the no-budget underground of the early 1970s. It’s ragged, irreverent, and completely unfiltered—a true time capsule of countercultural filmmaking. The amateur performances and rough edits only add to its raw charm. Vinegar Syndrome's restoration gives this obscurity a new life, and it's a must-see for fans of experimental or outsider cinema."

— Thomas L. (4/5)

SOUBOTAGE: THE MOVIE! A fun indie-Art-house action packed crime drama!

"An urban detective duo Ross and Wilson have been charged with taking down a viscous drug kingpin. After busting a low-level pusher, they convince his girlfriend to start working for them as an undercover operative in exchange for avoiding prison. A for effort for this first time director & for the impressive Cinematography. The pacing is packed with fun action packed crime drama! stuffed with tons of Extras & comes with a now OOP embossed Slipcover."

— Derek L. (3/5)

Shot

"Missed out on the slip version of this film, I believe this was a student project film and they did a really good job. Stunts were surprisingly well done for such a low budget film."

— James j. (5/5)

Shottastic

"Wow this was so good! Shot on a small budget and by students. What an achievement if you can find this now please pick it up."

— Daniel D. (5/5)

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