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4K BLU-RAY DISC ONE - ENGLISH VERSION
- Trailer - fully restored original English language trailer for Goodbye Uncle Tom. In English, not subtitled. (4 min).
4K BLU-RAY DISC TWO - ITALIAN VERSION
- Trailer - fully restored original Italian language trailer for Goodbye Uncle Tom. In Italian, with English subtitles. (5 min).
BLU-RAY DISC - BONUS FEATURES
- The Importance of Shocking: Gualtiero Jacopetti - this archival documentary examines the life, career, and creative philosophy of Gualtiero Jacopetti. Included in it are clips from interviews with Ursula Andress, composer Riz Ortolani, journalist/screenwriter Claudio Quarantotto, director/actor Jean Douchet, and documentarian Folco Quiilici, among others. The documentary was produced by Andrea Bettinetti in 2009. In Italian, English, and French, with English subtitles. (94 min).
- The Godfathers of Mondo - this archival documentary focuses on the emergence and success of the mondo documentary and the directors that did the most to popularize it. It is dedicated to Goodbye Uncle Tom. The documentary was produced by David Gregory in 2003. In English and Italian, with English subtitles. (90 min).
- Goodbye Cruel Mondo - this program gathers archival interviews with writers/directors Gualtiero Jacopetti and Franco Prosperi and composer Riz Ortolani. The interviews reveal that initially Goodbye Uncle Tom was supposed to be a cinematic adaption of Kyle Onstott's novel Mandingo, but after several setbacks a different concept for it emerged. Their comments also address the production, controversial visuals, themes, and soundtrack of Goodbye Uncle Tom. In Italian, with English subtitled. The program was produced by David Gregory. In Italian, with English subtitles. (20 min).
- Behind the Scenes 8mm Footage - presented here is behind the scenes 8mm footage from the filming of Goodbye Uncle Tom, which can be viewed with an audio commentary by production manager Giampaolo Lomi. In English, not subtitled. (50 min).
- Mondo Mercenaries - in this program, author and academic Marc Goodall discusses Gualtiero Jacopetti and Franco Prosperi's professional relationship and explains how their films created the mondo genre. The program was produced by High Rising Productions in 2023. In English, not subtitled. (28 min).
- Abjection Under Authoritarianism - in this program, professor Matthew J. Smith discusses Goodbye Uncle Tom. The program was produced by High Rising Productions in 2023. In English, not subtitled. (20 min).
- Posters - presented here is a large collection of original posters for Goodbye Uncle Tom from around the world. The collection was compiled by Gregory Chick.
- Advertising Materials - presented here is a collection of original advertising materials -- printed material, documents, etc. The collection was compiled by Gregory Chick.
- Japanese Souvenir Program - presented here is a collection of original Japanese promotional materials. The collection was compiled by Gregory Chick.
- Lobby Cards - presented here original lobby cards for Goodbye Uncle Tom from around the world. The collection was compiled by Gregory Chick.
- Stills - presented here original are original black-and-white production stills. The collection was compiled by Gregory Chick.
- Video & Soundtrack - a large collection of covers for various domestic and international home video releases of Goodbye Uncle Tom, as well as soundtrack jackets. The collection was compiled by Gregory Chick.
- Giampaolo Lomi's Photographs - presented here is a collection of behind the scenes photographs from the personal collection of assistant director/production manager Giampaolo Lomi. These photographs capture the cast and crew during the filming of Goodbye Uncle Tom.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT
- Soundtrack - a separate CD disc with Riz Ortolani's original soundtrack for Goodbye Uncle Tom. 23 tracks. Total running time: 53.10 min.
- Booklet - 20-page illustrated booklet featuring Dan Madigan's essay "A Case for Goodbye Uncle Tom" and film and soundtrack credits.
- Cover - reversible cover with original Italian poster art for Goodbye Uncle Tom.
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