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4K BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary One - this audio commentary was recorded by critics Troy Howarth, Nathaniel Thompson, and Eugenio Ercolani. The bulk of the information addresses the production history of Eyeball, its visual style and genre identity, Umberto Lenzi's career and body of work, and comments about different cast and crew members.
- Commentary Two - this audio commentary was recorded by critics Kim Newman and David Flint. Again, there is plenty of information about the production history of Eyeball but also the exact period in which it emerged, the city of Barcelona and locations where key segments were shot, the evolution of Umberto Lenzi's career and the type of genre films he made, etc.
- Commentary Three - this audio commentary was recorded by critic Justin Kerswell of Hysteria Lives and several of his compatriots. The commentators recall their first experiences with Eyeball explain why they enjoy the film and what makes it unique. As expected, there are plenty of observations about its style and genre tricks, as well as its creator Umberto Lenzi and his body of work.
- An Eye for Murder - in this program, actress Martine Brochard discusses her early days in Italy (after relocating from France), why she was seen as a sex symbol, and involvement with Eyeball. Brochard shares some interesting information about her character and the shoot in Barcelona, and Umberto Lenzi's personality and working methods. In Italian, with English subtitles. (21 min).
- Genre Maestro - in this archival program, Umberto Lenzi discusses his love for the classic American film noirs and American stars and explains how they influenced his style, how the Italian film industry operated when he entered it and why he "arrived late to thrillers (gialli)", the evolving censorship rules during the 1960s and 1970s, and the most glorious period of his career (when he made his notorious over-the-top poliziotteschi). Lenzi also addresses some of his greatest critics and clarifies why he was labeled a "fascist". In Italian, with English subtitles. (18 min).
- The Wandering Eye[Ball] - this video essay was created by critic Mike Foster. In English, not subtitled. (14 min).
- Locations Featurette - this recent program visits some of the locations in Barcelona that Umberto Lenzi used in Eyeball. Then-and-now comparisons are included. With music. (3 min).
- English Title Sequence - presented here is the alternate
- English title sequence for Eyeball, called The Secret Killer. Fully restored in 4K. With music. (2 min).
- English End Credits - fully restored in 4K. Presented with music. (1 min).
- Trailer Reel - presented here are several vintage trailers for Eyeball. In English and Italian. (6 min).
BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary One - this audio commentary was recorded by critics Troy Howarth, Nathaniel Thompson, and Eugenio Ercolani. The bulk of the information addresses the production history of Eyeball, its visual style and genre identity, Umberto Lenzi's career and body of work, and comments about different cast and crew members.
- Commentary Two - this audio commentary was recorded by critics Kim Newman and David Flint. Again, there is plenty of information about the production history of Eyeball but also the exact period in which it emerged, the city of Barcelona and locations where key segments were shot, the evolution of Umberto Lenzi's career and the type of genre films he made, etc.
- Commentary Three - this audio commentary was recorded by critic Justin Kerswell of Hysteria Lives and several of his compatriots. The commentators recall their first experiences with Eyeball explain why they enjoy the film and what makes it unique. As expected, there are plenty of observations about its style and genre tricks, as well as its creator Umberto Lenzi and his body of work.
- An Eye for Murder - in this program, actress Martine Brochard discusses her early days in Italy (after relocating from France), why she was seen as a sex symbol, and involvement with Eyeball. Brochard shares some interesting information about her character and the shoot in Barcelona, and Umberto Lenzi's personality and working methods. In Italian, with English subtitles. (21 min).
- Genre Maestro - in this archival program, Umberto Lenzi discusses his love for the classic American film noirs and American stars and explains how they influenced his style, how the Italian film industry operated when he entered it and why he "arrived late to thrillers (gialli)", the evolving censorship rules during the 1960s and 1970s, and the most glorious period of his career (when he made his notorious over-the-top poliziotteschi). Lenzi also addresses some of his greatest critics and clarifies why he was labeled a "fascist". In Italian, with English subtitles. (18 min).
- The Wandering Eye[Ball] - this video essay was created by critic Mike Foster. In English, not subtitled. (14 min).
- Locations Featurette - this recent program visits some of the locations in Barcelona that Umberto Lenzi used in Eyeball. Then-and-now comparisons are included. With music. (3 min).
- English Title Sequence - presented here is the alternate
- English title sequence for Eyeball, called The Secret Killer. Fully restored in 4K. With music. (2 min).
- English End Credits - fully restored in 4K. Presented with music. (1 min).
- Trailer Reel - presented here are several vintage trailers for Eyeball. In English and Italian. (6 min).
ADDITIONAL CONTENT
- Booklet - 80-page illustrated booklet featuring multiple essays on Eyeball, vintage promotional materials, and technical credits.
- Poster - reversible mini-poster with original Italian and recent English poster art.
- Cards - six collectible lobby cards for Eyeball.
- Cover - reversible cover with vintage Italian poster art for Eyeball.
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