Reconnecting German cinema with its Weimer forebears via Murnau's iconic Nosferatu (1922), Herzog's vampire film references its predecessor but has a distinctive temperament. Dracula, played by the stunning Klaus Kinski, is modelled on the monster of the earlier film, yet his obsession with Isabelle Adjani's character of Lucy Harker reveals a certain pathos, even as his army of rats wreck plague and delirium on a prosperous small town. Herzog's images and Popul Vuh's music combine to create a darkly hypnotic and seductive experience. Extras 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) Feature-length audio commentary with Werner Herzog On-set documentary (1979, 13 mins): promotional film featuring candid interviews with Werner Herzog and Klaus Kinski Original theatrical trailer Stills gallery Original mono audio (German and English) Alternative 5.1 Surround audio (German) Other extras tbc
1978 American neo-noir, directed by Walter Hill (Warriors) and starring Ryan O'Neal, Bruce Dern and Isabelle Adjani. The Driver (Ryan O'Neal) is the best wheel man for hire. His work in driving getaway cars are exhibitions in excellence, works of art.The Detective (Bruce Dern) is the top cop of the force. Nobody he tracks down ever eludes him. Except the Driver. As the Driver pulls off another job, the Detective lays in wait for him. But the Driver has already planted his alibi and is one step ahead of him.Product FeaturesIncludes poster of new artwork (UHD exclusive)Masterclass: Walter Hill Interview with Walter Hill Alternate opening sequence Trailer Teasers
Emma Thompson scores a double bull's-eye with Sense and Sensibility, a marvellous adaptation of Jane Austen's novel. Not only does Thompson turn in a strong (and gently humorous) performance as Elinor Dashwood--the one with "sense"--she also wrote the witty, wise screenplay. Austen's tale of 19th-century manners and morals provides a large cast with a feast of possibilities, notably Kate Winslet, in her pre-Titanic flowering, as Thompson's deeply romantic sister, Marianne (the one with "sensibility"). Winslet attracts the wooing of shy Alan Rickman (a nice change of pace from his bad-guy roles) and dashing Greg Wise, while Thompson must endure an incredibly roundabout courtship with Hugh Grant, here in fine and funny form. All of this is doled out with the usual eye-filling English countryside and handsome costumes, yet the film always seems to be about the careful interior lives of its characters. The director, an inspired choice, is Taiwan-born Ang Lee, here making his first English-language film. He brings the same exquisite taste and discreet touch he displayed in his previous Asian films (such as Eat Drink Man Woman). Thompson's script won an Oscar. --Robert Horton
Based on Love in a Cold Climate and The Pursuit of Love two classic novels by aristocratic writer Nancy Mitford this is a sumptuous and darkly comic costume drama about three upper-class young women and their quest for romance just before World War II. Celia Imrie Alan Bates Sheila Gish Anthony Andrews and Frances Barber hurrah hunt and bitch behind the pot plants but this is more than tweeds cocktails and country houses. It's also a sharp and witty look at the dying days of a particular breed of landed gentry. Based partly on Mitford's own life it captures the highs and lows of the aristocratic smart set before World War II snuffed out their world forever. Directed by the Oscar winner for the King's Speech - Tom Hooper.
Emma Thompson scores a double bull's-eye with this marvellous adaptation of Jane Austen's novel . Not only does Thompson turn in a strong (and gently humorous) performance as Elinor Dashwood--the one with "sense"--she also wrote the witty, wise screenplay. Austen's tale of 19th-century manners and morals provides a large cast with a feast of possibilities, notably Kate Winslet, in her pre-Titanic flowering, as Thompson's deeply romantic sister, Marianne (the one with "sensibility"). Winslet attracts the wooing of shy Alan Rickman (a nice change of pace from his bad-guy roles) and dashing Greg Wise, while Thompson must endure an incredibly roundabout courtship with Hugh Grant, here in fine and funny form. All of this is doled out with the usual eye-filling English countryside and handsome costumes, yet the film always seems to be about the careful interior lives of its characters. The director, an inspired choice, is Taiwan-born Ang Lee, who brings the same exquisite taste and discreet touch he displayed in his previous Asian films (such as Eat Drink Man Woman). Thompson's script won an Oscar. --Robert Horton, Amazon.com
This 14-disc Blu-ray collection contains Michael Haneke's entire feature filmography, many available on Blu-ray for the first time in the UK, plus newly restored TV works from the acclaimed director. This limited edition also includes an 80-page booklet with two essays by Haneke and new essays by Catherine Wheatley and Ian Haydn Smith, as well as 3 reversible posters.From his Glaciation Trilogy to the shock of Funny Games and subsequent Palme d'Or-winning films The White Ribbon and Amour, Haneke has developed a style that articulately fuses social critique with a cinema of transcendent beauty in its precision, purpose and humanity. With formal disruption and sly reminders of artifice, as well as empathy and dark humour, Haneke stares where others fear to glance. In his worlds, we are all complicit even him, even you.Films included:Three Paths to the Lake (1976)Lemmings 1: Arcadia (1979)Lemmings 2: Injuries (1979)The Seventh Continent (1989)Benny's Video (1992)The Rebellion (1993)71 Fragments Of A Chronology Of Chance (1994)Funny Games (1997)The Castle (1997)Code Unknown (2000)The Piano Teacher (2001)Time of the Wolf (2003)Hidden (2005)Funny Games U.S. (2007)The White Ribbon (2009)Amour (2012)Happy End (2017)
Every episode from the hard-hitting ITV drama series depicting the trials and triumphs of prison inmates and officers in the notorious women's prison of HMP Larkhall. The initial inhabitants of Larkhall's 'G' Wing, overseen by Wing Governor Helen Stewart (Simone Lahbib), include Nikki Wade (Mandana Jones), a woman serving time for murdering a policeman who assaulted her girlfriend. The unusual relationship that develops between Helen and Nikki highlights the complexities of prison life and the unique and intense environment of Larkhall.
Being attacked in her home by an unknown assailant changes Michele's life forever. When she resolutely tracks the man down, they are both drawn into a curious and thrilling game--a game that may, at any moment, spiral out of control.
Secrets run deep.A dramatic thriller directed by Academy Award® winner Tom McCarthy and starring Matt Damon, Stillwater follows an American oil-rig roughneck from Oklahoma who travels to Marseille to visit his estranged daughter, in prison for a murder she claims she did not commit. Confronted with language barriers, cultural differences, and a complicated legal system, Bill Baker builds a new life for himself in France as he makes it his personal mission to exonerate his daughter.Bonus FeaturesAn Alchemy of ViewpointsAn American in Marseille: The Locations of StillwaterWith Curiosity & Compassion: Director Tom McCarthy
Luc Besson's sophomore feature is a stylish urban odyssey which helped to consolidate Besson's reputation for unique, visually creative cinema.After stealing sensitive documents from a mob boss, Fred (Christopher Lambert) takes refuge in the Paris Métro. Whilst hiding in this labyrinthine and surreal world beneath the city, Fred attempts to blackmail the mob boss's wife, Héléna (Isabelle Adjani), into exchanging money for the documents. As Fred's bond with Héléna deepens and as his life interweaves with the denizens living in the shadows, the police and the mob close in from all angles Brand New 4K RestorationUHD Disc & BD Disc 1FeatureNew Extra: The Making of Subway BD Disc 2New Extra: Interview with Jean-Hugues Anglade, actorNew Extra: Interview with Sophie Schmit, editor and co-writerNew Extra: Interview with Didier Grousset, assistant directorNew Extra: Interview with Didier Naert, assistant set designerNew Extra: Michel Jonasz discusses Arthur Simms, singer of It's Only Mystery
A magical story about a young girl who has a life changing encounter with a fox, which combines documentary footage with a fictionalised tale.
He'll get you away faster than anyone else on wheels. Ryan O'Neal plays the driver - an ice-cool getaway ace for hire by whoever can afford his crash course skills. Bruce Dern is the detective - a man obsessed with arresting the speed demon at any cost... The Driver lures his foe into a deadly game of cross and double cross by leaving tantalising evidence at every heist until the vengeance-crazed Detective can stand no more and the film erupts into a frenzy of twisted metal and burning rubber. A 1970's classic from Walter Hill.
Hit hard by the tragic loss of an unborn child, Kate (Vera Farmiga) and John (Peter Sarsgaard) decide to adopt. But even Kate can't guess at their adopted daughter's secret and her warnings go unheeded until it may be too late... for everyone.
It might not be the highest profile animated film of the year, but thats no reason to write off A Turtles Tale: Sammys Adventure 3D. Its a film aimed at a younger audience, with a strong ecological message at its heart, and bears more than a passing tip of the hat to Finding Nemo. Yet while it doesnt measure up to Pixars movie, children are likely to be content for the length of its running time. A Turtles Tale: Sammys Adventure 3D tells the story of Sammy the turtle, and takes in five decades of his life and the colourful characters he meets along the way. Its significantly enlivened by a strong voice cast, including John Hurt, Dominic Cooper and Gemma Arterton, who put some real gusto into their work. The film is a Belgian movie thats been redubbed for the UK market, and that alone is usually enough to put people off. But dont be discouraged here, particularly when you factor in the genuinely impressive 3D.--Jon Foster
Two outsider sisters must battle with not just coming of age as women but also accepting the harsh reality of turning into bloodthirsty werewolves. Product Features Rigid slipcase with new artwork by Michael Dunbabi 112-page book with new essays by Meredith Borders, Kat Hughes, Dr Rachel Knightley, Mikel J Koven, Jolene Richardson, Zoë Rose Smith and Caelum Vatnsdal 5 collectors' art cards New audio commentary by Mary Beth McAndrews and Terry Mesnard Audio commentary with Director John Fawcett Audio commentary with Writer Karen Walton Canadian Uncanny: Stacey Abbott on Ginger Snaps Girls on Film: a new interview with Producer Paula Devonshire The Making of Ginger Snaps Back Deleted Scenes with optional Director commentary Grant Harvey's Video Diaries
In this highly anticipated adaptation of Stephen King s bestselling apocalyptic thriller, John Cusack (Love and Mercy), Samuel L. Jackson (Django Unchained) and Isabelle Fuhrman (Orphan) star as three survivors fleeing Boston after a mysterious pulse turns cell phone users into vicious predators. 'Powerhouse performances from Samuel L Jackson and John Cusack' Bloodguts Horror 4 STARS 'Stephen King resurrects the zombie genre' Love Horror 4 STARS 'brain-bending' Sight and Sound 'smart, persuasive, intriguing... a refreshing throwback.' Kim Newman.
She will kill to be part of the family. Esther's terrifying saga continues in this thrilling prequel to the original and shocking horror hit Orphan. Esther's (Isabelle Fuhrman, Orphan) secret may be out but this time around there's more to this psychotic young girl than meets the eye. Escaping from the psychiatric facility that housed her, Esther hides in plain sight by assuming the identity of a missing American child whose mother (Julia Stiles, Dexter) is matriarch to one of the wealthiest families in the United States. Will Esther's thirst for blood destroy the strong family ties or will she discover that even a mother will cross the line to protect her family? Produced by eOne and Dark Castle Entertainment, the prequel stars Isabelle Fuhrman, Rossif Sutherland (Possessor) and Julia Stiles.
An early work from director Luc Besson, Subway is a dark and highly stylised picture which concerns an enigmatic safecracker (Christopher Lambert) hiding out in the Paris Metro system. While living in the underground and eluding both gangsters and Metro police he meets up with a group of colourful and quirky subterranean inhabitants eager to help him and start a rock band. All the while the safecracker blackmails a rich woman (Isabelle Adjani) with whom he is in love. Meant to be a tongue-in-cheek commentary on urban life, the film works better as a light freewheeling entertainment, with well-constructed fast-paced action sequences and a breezy sense of humour about itself. Subway is an intriguing diversion and a chance to see the cutting-edge of contemporary French moviemaking. --Robert Lane
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