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Clive Barker’s ‘Rawhead Rex’ is Coming to 4K UHD From Kino Lorber

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One of Clive Barker’s lesser-seen short story adaptations was for Rawhead Rex. The British, anti-religion film was felt like a Roger Corman version of folklore. Rawhead Rex is the cooler than cool looking berzerker demon that dresses in leather and wears a mullet like absolutely nobody else can. The underappreciated and super low-budget Barker film is heading to a special edition Kino Lorber 4K UHD release.

The synopsis for Rawhead Rex goes like this:

He’s pure evil… pure power… pure terror! RawHead Rex is a demon, alive for millennia, trapped in the depths of hell, and waiting for release. He is held by an ancient seal, imprisoned for centuries in a barren field near the hamlet of Rathmore, Ireland. In time, this gruesome legacy has been forgotten, dismissed as an odd pre-Christian myth until Tom Garron (Donal McCann) decides to plow the field his ancestors knew better than to disturb. The seal is broken and an unspeakable evil is unleashed – on a rampage of blood and lust. Howard Hallenbeck (David Dukes), an American historian on a working vacation with his family, discovers on the stained glass windows of a local church a series of scenes illustrating the reign of terror of RawHead Rex, but the one piece of glass depicting the defeat of the monster is missing. RawHead Rex is on the loose, and he is insatiable as Howard desperately races against time for a way to stop the vicious monster. Directed by George Pavlou (Transmutations) with a screenplay by horror legend Clive Barker (Hellraiser, Candyman, Nightbreed, Lord of Illusions).

The short story came from Clive Barker’s Books of Blood Volume III and told a sacrilegious tale of good ole Rex. Of course, there are some variations between the story and the film, but Rex remains intact.

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If you have seen Rawhead Rex at some point in your life then you and everyone else recalls Rawhead Rex taking an acidic, steaming piss on a preacher’s face. It is one of those images that embeds itself deeply into your mind.

The amazing special features for Rawhead Rex were partially created by Black Mansion Film producer, Heather Buckley.

DISC 1 (4K UHD):
-Brand New HDR/Dolby Vision Master – From a New 4K Scan of the Original Camera Negative
-Audio Commentary with Director George Pavlou, Moderated by Author Stephen Thrower
-5.1 Surround and Lossless 2.0 Audio
-Optional English Subtitles

DISC 2 (Blu-ray):
-2017 HD Restoration – From a 4K Scan of the Original Camera Negative
-Audio Commentary with Director George Pavlou, Moderated by Author Stephen Thrower
-CALL ME RAWHEAD: Interview with Actor Heinrich von Bünau (Rawhead Rex)
-GROWING PAINS – THE CHILDREN OF RAWHEAD: Interview with Actors Hugh O’Conor and Cora Venus Lunny
-WHAT THE DEVIL HATH WROUGHT: Interview with Actor Ronan Wilmot
-RAWK ‘N’ ROLL – THE REX SESSIONS: Interview with Composer Colin Towns
-RAWHEAD FX – A COCK AND BULL STORY: Interview with Crew Members Peter Mackenzie Litten, Gerry Johnston, Rosie Blackmore, John Schoonraad & Sean Corcoran
-RAWHEAD RISING: Interview with Artist Stephen R. Bissette
-RAWHEAD REX: Behind-the-Scenes and Original Art Image Gallery
-RAWHEAD REX: Restored Theatrical Trailer
-5.1 Surround and 2.0 Lossless Audio
-Optional English Subtitles

The Kino Lorber release of Rawhead Rex is heading to 4K UHD and Blu-Ray on March 28, 2023. You can pre-order your copy right HERE.

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Morticia & Wednesday Addams Join Monster High Skullector Series

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Believe it or not, Mattel’s Monster High doll brand has an immense following with both young and not-so-young collectors. 

In that same vein, the fan base for The Addams Family is also very large. Now, the two are collaborating to create a line of collectible dolls that celebrate both worlds and what they have created is a combination of fashion dolls and goth fantasy. Forget Barbie, these ladies know who they are.

The dolls are based on Morticia and Wednesday Addams from the 2019 Addams Family animated movie. 

As with any niche collectibles these aren’t cheap they bring with them a $90 price tag, but it’s an investment as a lot of these toys become more valuable over time. 

“There goes the neighborhood. Meet the Addams Family’s ghoulishly glamorous mother-daughter duo with a Monster High twist. Inspired by the animated movie and clad in spiderweb lace and skull prints, the Morticia and Wednesday Addams Skullector doll two-pack makes for a gift that’s so macabre, it’s downright pathological.”

If you want to pre-purchase this set check out The Monster High website.

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Wednesday Addams Skullector doll
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1994’s ‘The Crow’ Coming Back to Theaters for A New Special Engagement

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Cinemark recently announced that they will be bringing The Crow back from the dead once again. This announcement comes just in time for the film’s 30th anniversary. Cinemark will be playing The Crow in select theaters on May 29th and 30th.

For those unaware, The Crow is a fantastic film based on the gritty graphic novel by James O’Barr. Widely considered one of the best films of the 90s, The Crow’s lifespan was cut short when Brandon Lee died of an accidental on set shooting.

The official synapsis of the film is as follows. “The modern-gothic original that entranced audiences and critics alike, The Crow tells the tale of a young musician brutally murdered alongside his beloved fiancée, only to be risen from the grave by a mysterious crow. Seeking revenge, he battles a criminal underground that must answer for its crimes. Adapted from the comic book saga of the same name, this action-packed thriller from director Alex Proyas (Dark City) features hypnotic style, dazzling visuals, and a soulful performance by the late Brandon Lee.”

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The timing of this release couldn’t be better. As a new generation of fans eagerly awaits the release of The Crow remake, they can now see the classic film in all of its glory. As much as we love Bill Skarsgard (IT), there is something timeless in Brandon Lee’s performance in the film.

This theatrical release is part of the Scream Greats series. This is a collaboration between Paramount Scares and Fangoria to bring audiences some of the best classic horror films. So far, they are doing a fantastic job.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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Hugh Jackman & Jodie Comer Team Up for a New Dark Robin Hood Adaptation

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A report from Deadline details director Michal Sarnoski’s (A Quiet Place: Day One) newest project, The Death of Robin Hood. The film is set to feature Hugh Jackman (Logan) and Jodie Comer (The End We Start From).

Michael Sarnoski will write and direct the new Robin Hood adaptation. Jackman will be reunited with Aaron Ryder (The Prestige), who is producing the film. The Death of Robin Hood is expected to be a hot item at the upcoming Cannes film market.

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Deadline describes the films as the following. “The film is a darker reimagining of the classic Robin Hood tale. Set of its time, the film will see the title character grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, a battleworn loner who finds himself gravely injured and in the hands of a mysterious woman, who offers him a chance at salvation.”

Lyrical Media will be financing the film. Alexander Black will produce the film alongside Ryder and Andrew Sweet. Black gave Deadline the following information about the project. “We are thrilled to be part of this very special project and to be working with a visionary director in Michael, a phenomenal cast in Hugh and Jodie, and producing with our frequent collaborators, Ryder and Swett at RPC.”

“This is not the story of Robin Hood we’ve all come to know,” Ryder and Swett stated to Deadline “Instead, Michael has crafted something far more grounded and visceral. Thanks to Alexander Black and our friends at Lyrical along with Rama and Michael, the world is going to love seeing Hugh and Jodie together in this epic.”

Jodie Comer

Sarnoski seems to be excited by the project as well. He offered Deadline the following information about the film.

“It has been an incredible opportunity to reinvent and freshly innovate the story we all know of Robin Hood. Securing the perfect cast to transform the script to screen was essential. I could not be more thrilled and trusting in Hugh and Jodie to bring this story to life in a powerful and meaningful way.”

We are still a long way away from seeing this Robin Hood tale. Production is expected to begin in February of 2025. However, it does sound like it will be a fun entry into the Robin Hood canon.

That’s all the information we have at this time.

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