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- Newly scanned and restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative
- Reversible cover artwork
- Commentary features director Charles Kaufman and assistant art director Rex A. Piano.
- Interview (7:55, HD) is a discussion of "Mother's Day" with director Charles Kaufman and his sibling, Lloyd Kaufman, conducted "via satellite."
- "Cutting Mother" (30:17, HD) is an interview with editor Daniel Loewenthal and assistant editor Richard W. Haines. The men discuss their early career interests and initial contact with director Charles Kaufman. The interviewees explore creative influences and their work on "Mother's Day," finding the tone of the movie, learning more about horror in the process.
- "You're a Sick Woman" (32:37, HD) is an interview with actress Nancy Hendrickson, who was actually married to an editor on "Mother's Day," helping her to get the part. Character business is explored, along with location work, with "Friday the 13th" shooting nearby, finding cast and crew sharing the pain of cold night shoots. Technical challenges and production memories are offered, along with thoughts on the "Mother's Day" theatrical release experience.
- "The Book of Mother's Day" (32:55, HD) is an interview with producer Michael Kravitz, who details his initial meeting with director Charles Kaufman and his planning work on "Mother's Day." Memories from the shoot are presented, with the interviewee offering a producer's perspective on scheduling and contracts, and he pulls out his script and inventory book from the shoot, explaining breakdown responsibilities. Theatrical release memories are also shared.
- "Writing to Mother" (37:30, HD) is an interview with co-writer Warren Leight, who's also credited as a boom operator. Leight claims responsibility for the title "Mother's Day," brought in to help director Charles Kaufman generate a quickie horror production in the wake of "Halloween." The interviewee explores the relationship between Charles and Lloyd Kaufman, and admits his role as a boom operator was created due to the production's unwillingness to pay him as a writer. Memories from the shoot are offered, and Leight explores other career experiences.
- "My Brother and Me" (26:54, HD) is an interview with actor Michael McCleery, who describes his early career ambitions and his hiring for "Mother's Day." Thoughts on the locations and co-stars are offered, with Deborah Luce ultimately refusing to work with McCleery during a sexual assault sequence. The interviewee details life on set and his work with stunts, and he's refreshingly hostile about the lack of a "Mother's Day" sequel, dismissing the 2010 remake.
- "Celebrating 'Mother's Day'" (21:52, HD) is an interview with assistant art director Rex A. Piano, who tracks his involvement in "Mother's Day," hired due to his willingness to work for free and provide a car for the production. Piano's inexperience is highlighted, sharing his time on the set, forgoing personal hygiene while dealing with testy crew members. Promotional efforts are celebrated as well.
- "The Last House in the Woods" (21:31, HD) is an interview with production designer Susan Kaufman and costume designer Ellen Lutter. They recall their connection to "Mother's Day" and early career options, with Kaufman Charlie and Lloyd's sister, pulled into filmmaking duties. Memories from the shoot are shared.
- "Messin' Up in the Deep Barons" (19:10, HD) is a tour of "Mother's Day" locations with assistant art director Rex A. Piano and superfan Brandon Hall.
- Interview (6:53, HD) is a conversation with actress Tiana Pierce, who recalls the New Jersey locations and shares her experience on-set, dealing with freezing conditions. The cult longevity of "Mother's Day" is also analyzed.
- Camera Test (10:07, HD) is a look at unused ideas, makeup plans, and actor appearances.
- Intro (2:29, HD) is an official welcome to the Blu-ray experience of "Mother's Day" from director Charles Kaufman.
- Interview (13:07, SD) is a chat with superfan Eli Roth.
- And a Theatrical Trailer (2:17, HD)
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