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- Introduction - presented here is an archival introduction by Jean Rollin. In English, not subtitled. (3 min).
- Commentary One - presented here is an archival commentary on selected scenes from Lips of Blood by Jean Rollin. In English. (33 min).
- Commentary Two - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critics Stephen Jones and Kim Newman. The commentators address the production and publicity histories of Lips of Blood, some extra footage that exists on foreign versions of the film, Jean Rollin's shooting technique (which according to one of the commentators had improved rather dramarically), the flexible stylistic identity of the film, etc.
- Cast and Crew Interviews -
- 1. Jean Rollin: Living Memories - in this archival program, Jean Rollin explains how Lips of Blood came to exist and discusses its shooting process. In English, not subtitled. (10 min).
- 2. Jean Rollin: This Beach That Follows Me - in this archival program, Jean Rollin discusses a very special location in France, a beach, that had a tremendous impact on his imagination as a child and later as a filmmaker. The beach is featured in a key sequence in Lips of Blood. In French, with English subtitles. (25 min).
- 3. Jean-Loup Philippe: Fantasy Life - in this archival program, Jean-Loup Philippe discusses his background and acting career, as well as his involvement with Lips of Blood. In French, with English subtitles. (16 min).
- 4. Serge Rollin: Early Impressions - in this archival program, Serge Rollin, son of Jean Rollin, recalls his contribution to Lips of Blood, where he plays the young boy that falls in love with the mysterious girl from the ancient castle. In French, with English subtitles. (11 min).
- 5. Catherine Castel: Sibling Rivalry - in this archival program, Catherine Castel recalls her first encounter with Jean Rollin, whom she describes as a "bastard" who forced his actresses to work naked in terrible conditions. Castel and her twin sister appeared in several of Rollin's films, including Lips of Blood, which she describes as "brilliant". In French, with English subtitles. (12 min).
- 6. Natalie Perrey Exceptional Poetry - in this archival program, recalls her initial encounter with Jean Rollin and collaborations on seveal of his films, including Lips of Blood. In French, with English subtitles. (11 min).
- 7. Natalie Perrey: Petite Mere - in this archival program, Natalie Perrey recalls the production of Lips of Blood and the many difficulties that had to be overcome during a relatively short period of time. In French, with English subtitles. (11 min).
- Virginie Selavy: Buried Dreams - in this new program, critic Virginie Selavy deconstructs Lips of Blood. In English, not subtitled. (10 min).
- Trailer - presented here is a theatrical trailer for Lips of Blood. (3 min).
- Image Gallery - a collection of original promotional materials for Lips of Blood.
- Book - an exclusive 80-page book with a new essay by Maitland McDonough, archival writing by Jean Rollin on the making of the film, archival interviews with Rollin and Annie Brilland, an analysis of Suck Me, Vampire, the hardcore film Rollin made using scenes from Lips of Blood, and technical credits.
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