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- Commentary features director Kevin Connor.
- "It Takes All Kinds" (24:33, HD) is the making-of for "Motel Hell," discussing the film with co-writers Robert Jaffe and Steven-Charles Jaffe, director Kevin Connor, and actor Marc Silver. The Jaffe siblings discuss their early years, raised to play rough and embrace genre entertainment, with Robert eventually making his way to Hollywood. Working as a script reader, Robert was inspired to create his own offering in 1977's "Demon Seed," soon collaborating with his brother on "Motel Hell." Story origins are recalled, with the brothers eventually finding Connor, who could capture the humorous elements of the script, despite objections from United Artists, who wanted a straight slasher. Casting is celebrated, with Silver sharing some behind-the-scenes info on burial scenes and slashed-throat gurgling. Location concerns are shared, with the production setting up shop next to a munition factory. Connor details working with real animal carcasses, and memories of the first test screening are shared.
- "Another Head on the Chopping Block" (14:52, HD) is an interview with Paul Linke, who attended college with Robert Jaffe, becoming friends with the future screenwriter of "Motel Hell." Accepting a part written for him, Linke describes his character and the original tone of the material, with broad comedy softened by director Kevin Connor. Co-stars are recalled and stunts are detailed, with the interviewee trying to do something with a rare leading man part. Linke gets quite candid when remembering his first look at "Motel Hell," feeling disappointed with the final cut, offering some criticisms of the picture. Cult longevity is discussed, along with the actor's eventual move to stage work.
- "Ida, Be Thy Name: The Frightful Females of Fear" (18:09, HD) is an appreciation piece/critical analysis of female horror villains, featuring writers Shelagh M. Rowan-Legg and Staci Layne Wilson, and actresses Chantelle Albers and Elissa Dowling. Interviewees delving into film history, personal favorites, and hopes for the future of lady killers.
- "From Glamour to Gore" (11:28, HD) is an interview with actress Rosanne Katon, who shares her professional journey, beginning work in commercials before growing interested in the theater world. Making the leap to become a Playboy Playmate in 1978, Katon offers her thoughts on the experience, soon teaming with another centerfold, Monique St. Pierre, for small parts in "Motel Hell." Katon recalls the chilly location shoot and the spirit of her co-stars, also admiring the material's sense of humor, which she enjoyed with friends during her first viewing of the movie back in 1980.
- "Shooting Old School" (15:45, HD) is an interview with cinematographer Thomas Del Ruth, who followed his parents into show business, growing increasingly interested in cameras throughout his formative years. Del Ruth recalls his initial hiring for "Motel Hell," soon suffering a horrible personal loss that put his employment in doubt for a moment. Memories of star Rory Calhoun are shared, along with several technical challenges from the shoot. And cult longevity is assessed.
- Still Gallery #1 (2:33) collects BTS snaps.
- Still Gallery #2 (17:38) collects poster art (including concept ideas), lobby cards, film stills, and publicity shots.
- T.V. Spots (1:45, SD) offer three commercials for "Motel Hell."
- Teaser Trailer (:53, HD) and a Theatrical Trailer (2:40, HD)
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