Sammo Hung's ground-breaking blend of horror, comedy and kung-fu. Eureka Entertainment to release ENCOUNTER OF THE SPOOKY KIND, the unique ground-breaking action-horror comedy from legendary director Sammo Hung, presented on Blu-ray (a worldwide debut of this brand-new 2K restoration on home video) for the first time in the UK as part of the Eureka Classics range from 21 June 2021. The First Print Run of 2000 copies will feature a Limited-Edition O-card Slipcase, Collector's Booklet and Reversible Poster. A defining film in Hong Kong genre cinema, Encounter of the Spooky Kind blended kung fu, special effects, and Chinese folklore to invent a whole new sub-genre of Asian cinema, the Jiangshi film, which only a few years later would spawn the iconic and hugely successful Mr. Vampire. Sammo Hung plays Courageous Cheung, a man well known in his local village for his lack of fear. His reputation is soon put to the test after he is tricked into spending the night in a temple full of spirits, zombies, and vampires! Not content with delivering a bucket load of supernatural chills and thrills, Sammo also delivers some of the finest action choreography of his career. Eureka Classics is proud to present Encounter of the Spooky Kind on Blu-ray for the first time in the UK, from a brand new 2K restoration! Special Features Limited Edition O-Card Slipcase featuring new artwork by Darren Wheeling Limited-Edition Reversible Poster featuring the film's original HK artwork 1080p presentation on Blu-ray from a brand new 2K restoration (worldwide debut of this restoration on home video) Cantonese audio (original mono presentation) Rare alternate Cantonese soundtrack Optional English dubbed audio Optional English Subtitles (newly translated for this release) Brand new feature length audio commentary by Asian film expert Frank Djeng (NY Asian Film Festival) Archival interview with Sammo Hung Alternate English opening & closing credits Stills Gallery Original trailer Limited Edition Collector's Booklet featuring new writing by James Oliver
The indescribable 20-minute fight finale, which rounds off the movie, is a perfect showcase for the unique spectacle that is Hong Kong Cinema! Innovative Action-Legend Sammo Hung re-invents the action-horror genre with Encounters of the Spooky Kind, a hi-energy combination of Kung Fu, special effects and horror, which led to the creation of an entire sub-genre in the world of Hong Kong filmmaking, spawning many tributes, most notably in the form of the Mr. Vampire movies. Generally recognized as one of the possible inspirations for Sam Raimi's Evil Dead series, Sammo's choreographic genius goes into overdrive with this project, as he demonstrates his unmatchable skill with weapons and in unarmed combat, showcasing scene after scene of incredible physical dexterity. Special Features: Feature Length Audio Commentary with Hong Kong Cinema Expert Bey Logan Animated Biography Showcase Trailer Gallery Interview with Sammo Hung Restoration Featurette
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