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4K BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critic and author Maitland McDonagh. The commentator discusses the controversy that surrounded Dressed to Kill in the past and the obvious connection between Brian De Palma and Alfred Hitchcock, the manner in which violence defines the film, the construction of the narrative and some specific editing choices, the personalities and appearances of the stars, etc.
BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critic and author Maitland McDonagh. The commentator discusses the controversy that surrounded Dressed to Kill in the past and the obvious connection between Brian De Palma and Alfred Hitchcock, the manner in which violence defines the film, the personality and appearance of the stars, etc.
- Strictly Business - in this exclusive new program, actress Nancy Allen recalls how she approached her character in Dressed to Kill, how this character was finalized (hair, clothes, lingerie), the shooting of the difficult subway scene, what it was like to work with Brian De Palma, etc. In English, not subtitled. (18 min).
- Killer Frames - in this exclusive new program, associate producer and production manager Fred C. Caruso discusses his background in music/music education, his work as a production manager on The Godfather, and involvement with Dressed to Kill. There are some interesting comments about Brian De Palma's working methods as well. In English, not subtitled. (9 min).
- An Imitation of Life - in this exclusive new program, actor Keith Gordon recalls how he auditioned for his part in Dressed to Kill and what it was like to work with Brian De Palma during the production process. In English, not subtitled. (9 min).
- Dressed in Purple - in this archival interview, Nancy Allen talks about her work on Dressed to Kill and discusses her relationship with Brian De Palma. The interview was conducted by Robert Fischer for Fiction Factory in 2012 and initially appeared on Carlotta Films' release of Dressed to Kill. In English, not subtitled. (24 min).
- Dressed in White - in this archival interview, Angie Dickinson discusses in great detail her contribution to Brian De Palma's Dressed to Kill. The interview was conducted by Robert Fischer for Fiction Factory in 2012 and initially appeared on Carlotta Films' release of Dressed to Kill. In English, not subtitled. (30 min).
- Lessons in Filmmaking - in this archival interview, Keith Gordon explains how Dressed to Kill influenced his career and discusses the film's unique qualities. The interview was conducted by Robert Fischer for Fiction Factory in 2012 and initially appeared on Carlotta Films' release of Dressed to Kill. In English, not subtitled. (31 min).
- Symphony of Fear - in this archival interview, producer George Litto recalls his first encounter with Brian De Palma and discusses their professional relationship during the years, as well the production history of Dressed to Kill.The interview was conducted by Robert Fischer for Fiction Factory in 2012 and initially appeared on Carlotta Films' release of Dressed to Kill. In English, not subtitled. (18 min).
- The Making of "Dressed to Kill" - in this archival documentary, Brian de Palma, Angie Dickinson and Keith Gordon, and producer George Litto recall their work on Dressed to Kill. There is terrific information here about some of the key sequences in the film, how and where they were shot, what were some of the technical challenges that had to be overcome, etc. The documentary was produced in 2001. In English, not subtitled. (44 min).
- 1. Beginnings
- 2. Casting
- 3. Visual complexity
- 4. Cop talk
- 5. Call girl character
- 6. The key to horror
- 7. A charmed experience
- Slashing "Dressed to Kill" - in this archival featurette, Brian De Palma, Nancy Allen, Keith Gordon, Angie Dickinson, editor Jerry Greenberg, and producer George Litto discuss the controversy that once surrounded the rating of Dressed to Kill. Also included are clips highlighting some of the differences between the R-rated and Unrated versions of the film. The featurette was produced in 2001. In English, not subtitled. (10 min).
- Version Comparison - this archival featurette compares the various visual and audio differences between the R-rated theatrical cut, the director's preferred unrated version, and the television version of Dressed to Kill. The featurette was produced in 2001. In English, not subtitled. (6 min).
- An Appreciation by Keith Gordon - in this archival video featurette, Keith Gordon discusses the visual composition of various sequences from Dressed to Kill. The featurette was produced in 2001. In English, not subtitled. (7 min).
- Audio Interview with Michael Caine - in this archival audio interview, Michael Caine explains why Dressed to Kill is a "suspense thriller" and discusses Brian De Palma's style. The interview was conducted in 1980. In English, not subtitled. (5 min).
- Audio Interview with Angie Dickinson - in this archival audio interview, Angie Dickinson quickly addresses her contribution to Dressed to Kill without spoiling it. The interview was conducted in 1980. In English, not subtitled. (4 min).
- Audio Interview with Nancy Allen - in this archival audio interview, Nancy Allen discusses the look and personality of the classic call girl, violence in cinema and in Dressed to Kill, and her preparation for the character she played in the film. There are some very interesting comments about the seduction scene between her character and Michael Caine's. The interview was conducted in 1980. In English, not subtitled. (15 min).
- Promotional Materials -
- 1. Original theatrical trailer
- 2. Original teaser trailer
- 3. TV spots
- 4. Radio spots
- Cover - reversible cover with vintage poster art.
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