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4K BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary One - in this archival audio commentary, co-writer/director Gary Sherman, producer Paul Maslansky, and assistant director Lewis More O'Ferrall discuss in great how the original idea for Death Line/Raw Meat came to exist, the shooting of different parts of the film at specific locations (there is a great story about a representative from London Transport who was supposed to monitor the work), Donald Pleasence's terrific sense of humor and how his presence instantly convinced a lot of other actors to join the project, the notorious long tracking shot, the new remaster of the film that was used for the Blu-ray release, the cutting of the film, etc.
- Commentary Two - in this new audio commentary, critics Nathaniel Thompson and Troy Howarth share their thoughts on Death Line, what works well or does not in it, the cast that was assembled for it, and even the posters displayed in the underground. Toward the end of the commentary, there are also some interesting comments about the film's history on the home video market and the type of releases it has received over the years.
- Featurettes -
- 1. Tales From The Tube - in this brand new program, co-writer/director Gary Sherman and executive producers Jay Kanter and Alan Ladd, Jr. recall how Death Line was financed and specifically producer Paul Maslansky's involvement with the project, and discuss the casting process (apparently, the initial intent was to bring Marlon Brando on board), the shooting of different segments at various locations, some of the graphic footage and effects/makeup, etc. The program was produced exclusively for Blue Underground. In English, not subtitled. (19 min).
- 2. From The Depths - in this brand new program, star David Ladd recalls how he was cast to play Alex Campbell and his interactions with the rest of the actors during the shooting of the film, and discusses the original script for the film and some of the main themes from it with producer Paul Maslansky. The program was produced exclusively for Blue Underground. In English, not subtitled. (13 min).
- 3. Mind The Doors - in this program, star Hugh Armstrong explains how he entered the film business and how he was cast to play the maniac from the subway, and discusses the shooting process, his character's dual identity, and the film's atmosphere. The program was created by Dead Mouse Productions. In English, not subtitled. (16 min).
- Trailers - two original trailers.
- 1. Death Line - in English, not subtitled. (3 min).
- 2. Raw Meat - in English, not subtitled. (3 min).
- TV Spots - three original TV Spots.
- 1. TV Spot One - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- 2. TV Spot Two - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- 3. TV Spot Three - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- Raw Meat Radio Spots - two original TV spots.
- TV Spot One - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- 2. TV Spot Two - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- Poster & Still Gallery - an outstanding collection of original posters from around the world, as well as a variety of advertising materials (from printed articles to clippings), U.S. pressbook, lobby cards, stills, and home video covers. The gallery was compiled by Gregory Chick.
BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary One - in this archival audio commentary, co-writer/director Gary Sherman, producer Paul Maslansky, and assistant director Lewis More O'Ferrall discuss in great how the original idea for Death Line/Raw Meat came to exist, the shooting of different parts of the film at specific locations (there is a great story about a representative from London Transport who was supposed to monitor the work), Donald Pleasence's terrific sense of humor and how his presence instantly convinced a lot of other actors to join the project, the notorious long tracking shot, the new remaster of the film that was used for the Blu-ray release, the cutting of the film, etc.
- Commentary Two - in this new audio commentary, critics Nathaniel Thompson and Troy Howarth share their thoughts on Death Line, what works well or does not in it, the cast that was assembled for it, and even the posters displayed in the underground. Toward the end of the commentary, there are also some interesting comments about the film's history on the home video market and the type of releases it has received over the years.
- Featurettes -
- 1. Tales From The Tube - in this brand new program, co-writer/director Gary Sherman and executive producers Jay Kanter and Alan Ladd, Jr. recall how Death Line was financed and specifically producer Paul Maslansky's involvement with the project, and discuss the casting process (apparently, the initial intent was to bring Marlon Brando on board), the shooting of different segments at various locations, some of the graphic footage and effects/makeup, etc. The program was produced exclusively for Blue Underground. In English, not subtitled. (19 min).
- 2. From The Depths - in this brand new program, star David Ladd recalls how he was cast to play Alex Campbell and his interactions with the rest of the actors during the shooting of the film, and discusses the original script for the film and some of the main themes from it with producer Paul Maslansky. The program was produced exclusively for Blue Underground. In English, not subtitled. (13 min).
- 3. Mind The Doors - in this program, star Hugh Armstrong explains how he entered the film business and how he was cast to play the maniac from the subway, and discusses the shooting process, his character's dual identity, and the film's atmosphere. The program was created by Dead Mouse Productions. In English, not subtitled. (16 min).
- Trailers - two original trailers.
- 1. Death Line - in English, not subtitled. (3 min).
- 2. Raw Meat - in English, not subtitled. (3 min).
- TV Spots - three original TV Spots.
- 1. TV Spot One - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- 2. TV Spot Two - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- 3. TV Spot Three - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- Raw Meat Radio Spots - two original TV spots.
- 1. TV Spot One - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- 2. TV Spot Two - in English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- Poster & Still Gallery - an outstanding collection of original posters from around the world, as well as a variety of advertising materials (from printed articles to clippings), U.S. pressbook, lobby cards, stills, and home video covers. The gallery was compiled by Gregory Chick.
- Reversible Cover - reversible cover with original poster art for Death Line.
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