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4K BLU-RAY DISC ONE - THE FINAL CUT
- Revisiting the Locations of The Wicker Man - in this new program, Dominic Hardy, son of Robin Hardy, visits some of the main locations in Dumfries and Galloway where The Wicker Man was shot fifty years ago. There are some comments from Gary Carpenter, an associate musical director on The Wicker Man. In English. (12 min).
- The Wicker Man at 50 - in this new program, Justin Hardy, son of Robin Hardy, asks several critics why there is still so much Wicker Mania. In English. (11 min).
- Robin Hardy's Script - The Lost Ending - in this new program, actor/director Tim Plester and Justin Hardy discuss the original screenplay that Robin Hardy used to make The Wicker Man. In English. (11 min).
- Britt Ekland Interview - in this new program, Britt Ekland recalls how she was approached with an offer to appear in The Wicker Man, and discusses the production process and Robin Hardy's working methods. In English. (11 min).
- Stills Gallery - presented here is a large collection of production stills. Black-and-white.
- "The Wicker Man Enigma" (2001) - this archival documentary examines the conception and production of The Wicker Man. Included in it are interviews with writer Anthony Shaffer, Robyn Hardy, and various cast members. In English. (35 min).
- Burnt Offering: The Cult of The Wicker Man - in this video program, director Robin Hardy, Christopher Lee, writer Anthony Shaffer, producer Peter Snell, writer David Pinner (Ritual), and historian Ronald Hutton, amongst others, discuss the history and cult status of The Wicker Man, some of the unique ritual dances in the film, the religious overtones, etc. The program is narrated by Mark Kermode. In English. (49 min).
- Worshiping The Wicker Man - director Ben Wheatley (Kill List), director James Watkins (The Woman in Black), director Eli Roth (Hostel), film critic Larushka Ivan-Zadeh, film editor Chris Tilly, and music and film critic Frances Morgan recall their first experiences with The Wicker Man and explain why it is considered a cult horror film. In English. (23 min).
- The Music of The Wicker Man - associate musical director Gary Carpenter and Johnny Trunk discuss the unique qualities of Paul Giovanni's soundtrack. There is also some information about the first ever release of The Wicker Man original soundtrack. In English. (16 min).
- Interview with Robin Hardy (2013) - in this archival video interview, director Robin Hardy recalls how The Wicker Man came to exist, and addresses The Final Cut of the film. In English. (17 min).
- Interview with Robin Hardy and Christopher Lee - in this archival interview from 1979, director Robin Hardy and Christopher Lee discuss the pre-production of The Wicker Man, the shooting process, and the film's critical reception. The interview was conducted by critic Sterling Smith for the New Orleans TV show "Critic's Choice". In English. (25 min).
- Trailers - presented here are two trailers for The Final Cut of The Wicker Man and the unrestored version of the film. In English. (4 min).
Blu-ray
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Worshiping The Wicker Man (1080p; 23:36) interviews with various film notables (like Eli Roth) who discuss what the film has meant to them.
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The Music of The Wicker Man (1080p; 16:02) discussing the film's now iconic score. Gary Carpenter, Associate Music Director, is interviewed. Jonny Trunk discusses the release of the original soundtrack recording.
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Interview with Robin Hardy (1080p; 16:59) background information on the genesis of the project as well as the shoot.
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Restoration Comparison (1080p; 1:55)
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Trailer (1080p; 1:30)
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