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Blu-ray Disc #1
- Commentary features co-writer/director Martin Walz and special effects supervisor Jorg Buttgereit.
- "A Rough Ride" (35:23, HD) is an interview with co-writer/director Martin Walz, who explores his formative years as an actor, achieving early success before a career decline began. Switching to film direction, Walz found his footing, eventually discovering work from Ralf Konig, which provided the inspiration for "Killer Condom." Casting is examined, assembling actors in a hurry, while design elements were worked over by H.R. Giger. Permitted some time to shoot in New York City, Walz shares the creativity employed to make the most out of the opportunity. Tone is also dissected, with "Killer Condom" trying to be a comedy but also real when dealing with some characters. The feature's international release is celebrated, and the effort's eventual sale to Troma Entertainment is highlighted, with the company trying to find a hit in an oddball endeavor.
- "Severed Parts" (25:55, HD) is an interview with special effects supervisor Jorg Buttgereit, who shares his early connection to co-writer/director Martin Walz, interested in the unique technical challenge "Killer Condom" provided. The interviewee details the shoot and his brief time with H.R. Giger, who left the picture when it became clear that the budget was going to drain quickly. Buttgereit offers his thoughts on the film and its editorial adventure, delighted to have the original cut restored for this release.
- "Rubber and Rushes" (21:09, HD) is an interview with editor Simone Klier, who found her way to jobs, gradually building a resume in the German film industry. For "Killer Condom," Klier was tasked with finding the atmosphere of the picture, rushed through post-production time, which resulted in an uneven movie, and one that was additionally trimmed by the producers, without Kiler's participation. More editorial challenges are examined, finding the interviewee going through some tense moments while hastily assembling the endeavor.
- "This is What We Built" (19:45, HD) is listed as a "Show and Tell" with co-writer/director Martin Walz, who shares H.G. Giger sketches, marketing materials, and personal photos and correspondence with viewers.
Blu-ray Disc #2
- "What is This?" (14:03, HD) is an interview with actress Adriana Altaras, who began her career as a child, eventually running into co-writer/director Martin Walz during his years as a club DJ, receiving an invitation to join "Killer Condom." The interviewee discusses the shooting experience in New York City, where the locals didn't react to her extreme appearance. Altaras also shares memories from the production, and her specific approach to acting with such broad material.
- "Really Special Items" (14:21, HD) is a tour of Roman Guttinger's personal collection of movie props and memorabilia, focusing on pieces from "Killer Condom."
- "It's Just a Movie" (22:29, HD) is an interview with actor Peter Lohmeyer, who shares his initial disinterest in "Killer Condom" before being talked into participating in the project. Characterization is explored, and the filming adventure in New York City is fondly recalled, putting the thespian in the vicinity of acting inspirations. The interviewee details the moviemaking process, offers an assessment of cast and crew, and shares reactions to the feature. He also explores the homosexual elements of "Killer Condom."
- "Holy Mackeroni" (18:45, HD) is an interview with actor Udo Samuel (joined by Martin Walz), who shares his thoughts on "Killer Condom," including his perspective as a gay man in a potentially homophobic movie. The interviewee offers memories from the shoot and his time with Walz.
- Archival Making-Of (9:37, SD) is a summary of the shooting experience for "Killer Condom."
- Behind-the-Scenes Footage (10:49, SD) highlights the on-set mood of "Killer Condom."
- Archival Interviews (8:57, SD) with an assortment of cast and crew are offered.
- "Would You Use This Condom?" (1:55, SD) is a collection of man-on-the-street interviews, with pedestrians offered a look at the monstrous "Killer Condom" creation.
- "Ich Hatt's Imn Fruher Sagen Sollen" (7:27, HD) is a 2003 short film directed by Martin Walz.
- A Theatrical Trailer (4:53, HD) and Video Trailer (1:16, SD)
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