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This listing is for the standard edition 4K UHD/Blu-ray.
The original limited edition sideloading hard case + slipcover (designed by Chris Barnes) was limited to 2,000 units and is sold out.
The limited edition variant slipcover (designed by Wes Benscoter) was limited to 1,000 units and is sold out. All three versions are identical, aside from the packaging.
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After a year of combating a pandemic with relatively benign symptoms, a frustrated nation finally lets its guard down. This is when the virus spontaneously mutates, giving rise to a mind-altering plague. The streets erupt into violence and depravity, as those infected are driven to enact the most cruel and ghastly things they can think of. Murder, torture, rape and mutilation are only the beginning. A young couple is pushed to the limits of sanity as they try to reunite amid the chaos. The age of civility and order is no more. There is only "The Sadness".
directed by: Rob Jabbaz starring: Regina Lei, Berant Zhu, Tzu-Chiang Wang, Apple Chen, Wei-Hua Lan, Ralf Chiu 2021 / 99 min / 2.00:1 / Mandarin Chinese, Hokkien DTS-HD MA 5.1
Additional info:
Region Free 4K UHD / Region A Blu-ray
New feature audio commentary with director Rob Jabbaz and composers Tzechar
New feature audio commentary with film critic Simon Abrams
Feature audio commentary with director Rob Jabbaz and medical advisor Shu
Four previously released featurettes: SFX, Director, Art Director, BusinessMan
New featurette: The Production
New video essay by Samm Deighan
Two exclusive short films: Clearwater and Fiendish Funnies, both from director Rob Jabbaz
Numerous theatrical trailers
Booklet featuring new writing by film critic Brandon Streussnig as well as exclusive storyboards and a "gore guide"
English subtitles
Overall rating: 4.752232 / 5 from 448 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Sadness 4K UHD/Blu-ray set offers a fantastic viewing experience with stunning visuals, excellent packaging, and a great transfer. The film has received mixed opinions, with some praising its quality and others finding it excessively gory. The release and edition are highly recommended by customers.
"Great movie, great transfer and packaging." — John W.
"Spectacular cult film and a fantastic artwork and packaging to go with it." — Tarek E.
"Slip box and slip cover look incredible with the stunning new artwork make this a must have release." — james b.
Reviews
Pure Chaos!
"I honestly didn't have high hopes for this movie as I figured it was another run-of-the mill zombie/outbreak flick, but boy was I wrong. From the moment the first infected began his assault, it was game on."
— Christopher A. (5/5)
Bloody and Brutal
"Like a gorier post-COVID version of Romero's The Crazies, The Sadness even makes the 2010 Crazies' remake look tame by comparison. This is in part to the film's use of practical effects and buckets of red stuff. At times, it feels a little too real (the subway stabbing), but the violence is mostly over-the-top, despite never getting too cheesy other than the government broadcast. The screenwriter and director admits that he was tired of zombie films (me too, bud), and he wanted to fo something different. He achieves it; creating a visceral and often creepy movie that doesn't overstay its run time. It moves at a fast clip. The film looks great with excellent scenery and lighting effects. The special features are plentiful and even gave a couple of interesting short films from the director. Highly recommended. I love the alternate slipcover more than the original. It's just so disturbing."
— NICHOLAS K. (5/5)
Blown away
"Gorgeous looking release for such an incredible film! Its not everyones cup of tea, but if it is, this film is packed with tons of gorgeous elements! brutally gore and bloody!"
— jonas R. (5/5)
Great art
"A compelling film, particularly in the context of the COVID era. The new slipcover variant art is incredible."
— Noel H. (4/5)
Relentless and Visually Stunning in 4K
"An intense and uncompromising horror experience that absolutely delivers. The 4K presentation is outstanding, with razor-sharp detail and bold color grading that enhances the film’s chaotic energy. Audio is powerful and immersive, giving real impact to the atmosphere and sound design. A top-tier release for fans of extreme modern horror."
— Thomas L. (4/5)
This movie is f*cking nuts!
"Excellent movie! Absolutely insane! Dont want to give anything away so just watch ut!"
— Stephen J. (5/5)
THE SADNESS
"This is as gross and off-putting as you may have heard. (Complimentary)"
— Richard M. (5/5)
The Sadness 4K
"Shudder has brought an amazingly scary and brutal Japanese film to the US market. With an amazing variant artwork slipcover."
— Michael N. (5/5)
Sadness review
"Sadness is a violet & disturbing take on the zombie genre."
— Brian G. (4/5)
A new age Cat. III style classic
"Thank god this came back in stock. Love the new slipcover. What a crazy film. If you enjoy Cat. III slop you’ll love this!"
— Dylan W. (5/5)
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