This special limited edition 2-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set comes with a spot gloss hard slipcase + slipcover combo (designed by Suspiria Vilchez), includes a 40-page perfect bound book and is limited to 8,000 units. It is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
Detective Anna Manni is on the hunt for a sadistic serial rapist and murderer when, whilst working her way through the various artworks on display in Florence’s Uffizi Gallery, she falls into a trance and faints. After regaining consciousness and returning to her hotel room in a dissociative state, Anna is brutally attacked and raped by the killer before she eventually manages to escape his clutches. In the wake of this ordeal, Anna’s psychiatrist explains to her that she suffers from Stendhal syndrome, a rare condition in which individuals become overwhelmed in the presence of great works of art. Returning to her hometown of Viterbo where she has been advised to rest up, Anna continues to psychologically unravel, all the while sensing that the killer has unfinished business with her…
A standout in the ’90s filmography of Italian horror maestro Dario Argento (Suspiria, The Bird with the Crystal Plumage), THE STENDHAL SYNDROME marked the director’s return to his native country after a brief US excursion with Two Evil Eyes and Trauma. More intensely mean-spirited than his previous offerings, THE STENDHAL SYNDROME sees the master filmmaker continue to experiment with a range of striking visual techniques, aided by veteran cinematographer Giuseppe Rotunno and complemented by a mesmerizing score from famed composer Ennio Morricone. Now newly restored in 4K from its original camera negative and accompanied by a wealth of bonus features, Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to unveil THE STENDHAL SYNDROME in its UHD world premiere.
directed by: Dario Argento
starring: Asia Argento, Thomas Kretschmann, Marco Leonardi, Luigi Diberti, Paolo Bonacelli
1996 / 119 min / 1.85:1 / Italian, English 5.1 Surround
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Overall rating: 4.7983193 / 5 from 119 reviews.
The Stendhal Syndrome is a limited edition 4K UHD/Blu-ray set, featuring a newly restored film by Italian horror maestro Dario Argento. It includes a spot gloss hard slipcase, a slipcover, a 40-page book, and various bonus features. Customers praised the release, the film, and the upgrade to the DVD version.
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"This 4K restoration of The Stendhal Syndrome looks excellent, with a detailed, film-like picture and rich colors that enhance Argento’s striking visual style. The box and artwork are beautifully designed, giving the release a premium collector’s feel. A carefully produced edition and a substantial upgrade for fans of the film."
"Once again, vinegar syndrome has created a benchmark edition with an excellent 4K restoration. This time, it's Dario Argento's turn. In addition to the magnificent audio and video, there's a great deal of extra content."
"As a *big* Dario Argento fan, I was delighted to see his underrated THE STENDHAL SYNDROME available for purchase, and so purchase I did! I'm delighted to report that this was yet another smooth, easy purchase -- the 4K special edition arrived in perfect condition, both in terms of its packaging and the film itself. No complaints whatsoever. Thanks again, Vinegar Syndrome. You guys never let me down. : )"
"Great UHD transfer from Vinegar"
"Gorgeous packaging, fantastic transfer of a all time great👏"
"Although not one of my favourites, the transfer was sold with a lot of grain kept in within the restoration. The box art is fantastic too. Recommended title"
"One of Argentos last hurrahs. Not quite as good as Sleepless or Card Player but still a decent plot/storylibe. As usual a great transfer from VS and of course a beautiful looking slipcover."
"This one is wild! So bloody and with the twists and turns you l9ve from Argwnto. Qith pkenty of crazy, nutty stuff in between. Loved it."
"One of the better Argento efforts of this period. Quality release, nice hard box and slipcover with book."
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