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4K BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary - this archival audio commentary was recorded by Stephen Frears, John Cusack, Anjelica Huston, and screenwriter Donald E. Westlake. A lot of the information that is shared addresses the complex, constantly evolving relationships between the three characters, some improvements that were made while the shooting progress was underway, the unique humor that permeates the film, the nifty games that are played before the camera, etc. The commentary was recorded in 2013.
BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary - this archival audio commentary was recorded by Stephen Frears, John Cusack, Anjelica Huston, and screenwriter Donald E. Westlake. A lot of the information that is shared addresses the complex, constantly evolving relationships between the three characters, some improvements that were made while the shooting progress was underway, the unique humor that permeates the film, the nifty games that are played before the camera, etc. The commentary was recorded in 2013.
- The Making of The Grifters - this archival program takes a closer look at the production of The Grifters and its characters. Included in it are clips from interviews with Stephen Frears, screenwriter Donald E. Westlake, production designer Dennis Gassner, Anjelica Huston, and John Cusack. The program was produced in 2013. In English, not subtitled. (17 min).
- Annette Bening - in this exclusive new program, Annette Bening recalls her initial impressions of the screenplay for The Grifters and consequently what it was like to work with Stephen Frears and other cast members. Also, there are some interesting comments about Jim Thompson and his novel. The program was produced in 2024. In English, not subtitled. (21 min).
- Seduction, Betrayal, Murder - in this archival program, Stephen Frears, cinematographer Oliver Stapleton, editor Mick Audsley, executive producer Barbara De Fina, and coproducer Peggy Rajski recall their collaboration on The Grifters. The program was produced in 2018. In English, not subtitled. (75 min).
- The Jim Thompson Story - this archival program takes a closer look at Jim Thompson and his legacy, whose novel inspired Stephen Frears to shoot The Grifters. Included in it are clips from interviews with screenwriter Donald E. Westlake and Thompson biographer Robert Polito. The program was produced in 2013. In English, not subtitled. (8 min).
- Trailer - presented here is a vintage trailer for The Grifters. In English, not subtitled. (2 min).
- Leaflet - an illustrated leaflet featuring an essay by critic Geoffrey O'Brien, as well as technical credits.
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