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Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan AKA Ai nu AKA Body and Sword (Blu-ray) (1972)
The Four Seasons Brothel is run by a ruthless madam, Lady Chun Yi. Countless young girls have been kidnapped or bought and then sold into a life of servitude, prostitution, and torture at this brothel.Director: Yuen Chor
OVERALL: Draw-
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Extras:DISC ONE: The One Armed Swordsman (Blu-ray)
*The Film (115:36)
Audio Commentary by David West, author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film (2024)
2024 appreciation by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (38:09)
"One Armed Superstar" 2001 interview with actor Wang Yu (41:15)
"Chiao Chiao: A Shaw Career" 2005 interview with actor Chiao Chiao (16:32)
"Ku Feng on Chang Cheh" 2004 interview with actor Ku Feng (18:47)
"Sam Ho on Chang Cheh" 2003 appreciation of director Chang Cheh's work by film historian Sam Ho (22:21, English)
"Daniel Lee on One Armed Swordsman" 2004 interview with Daniel Lee, director of the remake "What Price Survival" (10:46, English)
"One-Armed Side Hustles" 2024 video essay by film historian Brandon Bentley on actor Wang Yu (10:06, English)
Trailer Gallery:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (4:02)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (4:02)
- Chang Cheh Trailer Reel (23:00)
DISC TWO (Blu-ray)
Return of the One Armed Swordsman (109:34)
Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:58)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:58)
The New One Armed Swordsman (102:33)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Brian Bankston (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:21)
- German Theatrical Trailer (3:02)
- "Triple Irons" U.S. Theatrical Trailer (2:02)
- "Triple Irons" U.S. TV Spots (1:27)
DISC THREE (Blu-ray)
The Lady Hermit (102:38)
Audio Commentary by critic James Mudge (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (4:27)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (4:27)
*The Film
(1) Audio Commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (2024)
(2) Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Alternate English Export Credits (2:00)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:21)
DISC FOUR: The 14 Amazons (Blu-ray)
*The Film (129:51)
Audio Commentary by Jonathan Clements, author of "A Brief History of China" (2024)
2004 interview with stuntwoman Sharon Yeung (12:40)
2005 interview with film historian Bede Chang (10:34)
2005 interview with film critic Law Kar (16:04)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:30)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (4:03)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:30)
DISC FIVE (Blu-ray)
The Magic Blade (101:11)
Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:57)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:57)
Clans of Intrigue
*The Film – Theatrical Version (98:18)
*The Film – Uncensored Version (99:46)
Audio Commentary by critic James Mudge (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:05)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (4:04)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:05)
DISC SIX (Blu-ray)
Jade Tiger (104:55)
Audio Commentary by critic Ian Jane (2024)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (3:24)
The Sentimental Swordsman (103:17)
Audio Commentary by David West, author of "Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film" (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:06)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (3:37)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:06)
DISC SEVEN (Blu-ray)
Avenging Eagle (93:09)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
Alternate English Export Credits (2:30)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:46)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English #1) (3:46)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English #2) (3:53)
Killer Constable (98:21)
(1) Audio Commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (2024)
(2) Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
(3) Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Brian Bankston (2024)
Additional and Alternate Scenes from the South Korean Version (34:15, SD, in Korean with English subtitles)
Alternate "Lightning Kung Fu" English Credits (1:40)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:17)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:17)
DISC EIGHT (Blu-ray)
Buddha's Palm (96:52)
Audio Commentary by critic and translator Dylan Cheung (2024)
Alternate "Raiders of the Magic Palm" English Credits (1:22)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (2:42)
Bastard Swordsman (97:05)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (2:53)
DISC NINE (Blu-ray)
Killer Constable - South Korean Version (104:53, in Korean with English subtitles)
2024 appreciation of director Chor Yuen by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (39:11, English)
"Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan":
- "Confessions of a Stunt Woman"2004 interview with stunt woman Sharon Yeung (4:51)
- "Theories on Intimate Confessions 2003 appreciation by academic Sze Man-hung, musician Kwan King-chung, and filmmaker Clarence Fok (18:01)
"The Magic Blade":
- 2004 audio interview with actor Ti Lung (21:02, in English)
- 2002 interview with director Chor Yuen (13:23)
- 2002 interview with actor Yuen Wah (17:34)
- 2002 interview with actor Li Ching (14:56)"Sam Ho on Chor Yuen" 2003 appreciation by film historian Sam Ho (14:11, in English)
- "The Scriptwriter" 2003 interview with screenwriter Sze-to On (15:59)
"The Avenging Eagle":
- "The Eagle Chief" 2004 interview with actor Ku Feng (9:12)
- "The Blue Eagle" 2004 interview with actor Eddy Ko (6:31, in English)
DISC TEN: More Music from the De Wolfe Music Library (CD)
CD Soundtrack (79:14, 35 tracks) -
Subtitles:English (for Mandarin), English HoH (for English)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):Mandarin LPCM 1.0 (48kHz/24-bit)
English LPCM 1.0 (48kHz/24-bit) -
Case type:Special Case
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UPC Number:760137161844
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Notes:Region A/B-coded.
Brand new 2K restoration from the original negatives by Arrow Films.
The discs are housed in a digibook in a slipcase with an illustrated 60-page collectors' booklet featuring new writing by David West, Jonathan Clements and Dylan Cheung, plus cast and crew listings and notes on each film by Ian Jane. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE: The One Armed Swordsman (Blu-ray)
*The Film (115:36)
Audio Commentary by David West, author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film (2024)
2024 appreciation by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (38:09)
"One Armed Superstar" 2001 interview with actor Wang Yu (41:15)
"Chiao Chiao: A Shaw Career" 2005 interview with actor Chiao Chiao (16:32)
"Ku Feng on Chang Cheh" 2004 interview with actor Ku Feng (18:47)
"Sam Ho on Chang Cheh" 2003 appreciation of director Chang Cheh's work by film historian Sam Ho (22:21, English)
"Daniel Lee on One Armed Swordsman" 2004 interview with Daniel Lee, director of the remake "What Price Survival" (10:46, English)
"One-Armed Side Hustles" 2024 video essay by film historian Brandon Bentley on actor Wang Yu (10:06, English)
Trailer Gallery:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (4:02)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (4:02)
- Chang Cheh Trailer Reel (23:00)
DISC TWO (Blu-ray)
Return of the One Armed Swordsman (109:34)
Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:58)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:58)
The New One Armed Swordsman (102:33)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Brian Bankston (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:21)
- German Theatrical Trailer (3:02)
- "Triple Irons" U.S. Theatrical Trailer (2:02)
- "Triple Irons" U.S. TV Spots (1:27)
DISC THREE (Blu-ray)
The Lady Hermit (102:38)
Audio Commentary by critic James Mudge (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (4:27)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (4:27)
*The Film
(1) Audio Commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (2024)
(2) Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Alternate English Export Credits (2:00)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:21)
DISC FOUR: The 14 Amazons (Blu-ray)
*The Film (129:51)
Audio Commentary by Jonathan Clements, author of "A Brief History of China" (2024)
2004 interview with stuntwoman Sharon Yeung (12:40)
2005 interview with film historian Bede Chang (10:34)
2005 interview with film critic Law Kar (16:04)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:30)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (4:03)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:30)
DISC FIVE (Blu-ray)
The Magic Blade (101:11)
Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:57)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:57)
Clans of Intrigue
*The Film – Theatrical Version (98:18)
*The Film – Uncensored Version (99:46)
Audio Commentary by critic James Mudge (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:05)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (4:04)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:05)
DISC SIX (Blu-ray)
Jade Tiger (104:55)
Audio Commentary by critic Ian Jane (2024)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (3:24)
The Sentimental Swordsman (103:17)
Audio Commentary by David West, author of "Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film" (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:06)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (3:37)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:06)
DISC SEVEN (Blu-ray)
Avenging Eagle (93:09)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
Alternate English Export Credits (2:30)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:46)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English #1) (3:46)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English #2) (3:53)
Killer Constable (98:21)
(1) Audio Commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (2024)
(2) Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
(3) Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Brian Bankston (2024)
Additional and Alternate Scenes from the South Korean Version (34:15, SD, in Korean with English subtitles)
Alternate "Lightning Kung Fu" English Credits (1:40)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:17)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:17)
DISC EIGHT (Blu-ray)
Buddha's Palm (96:52)
Audio Commentary by critic and translator Dylan Cheung (2024)
Alternate "Raiders of the Magic Palm" English Credits (1:22)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (2:42)
Bastard Swordsman (97:05)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (2:53)
DISC NINE (Blu-ray)
Killer Constable - South Korean Version (104:53, in Korean with English subtitles)
2024 appreciation of director Chor Yuen by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (39:11, English)
"Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan":
- "Confessions of a Stunt Woman"2004 interview with stunt woman Sharon Yeung (4:51)
- "Theories on Intimate Confessions 2003 appreciation by academic Sze Man-hung, musician Kwan King-chung, and filmmaker Clarence Fok (18:01)
"The Magic Blade":
- 2004 audio interview with actor Ti Lung (21:02, in English)
- 2002 interview with director Chor Yuen (13:23)
- 2002 interview with actor Yuen Wah (17:34)
- 2002 interview with actor Li Ching (14:56)"Sam Ho on Chor Yuen" 2003 appreciation by film historian Sam Ho (14:11, in English)
- "The Scriptwriter" 2003 interview with screenwriter Sze-to On (15:59)
"The Avenging Eagle":
- "The Eagle Chief" 2004 interview with actor Ku Feng (9:12)
- "The Blue Eagle" 2004 interview with actor Eddy Ko (6:31, in English)
DISC TEN: More Music from the De Wolfe Music Library (CD)
CD Soundtrack (79:14, 35 tracks) -
Subtitles:English (for Mandarin), English HoH (for English)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):Mandarin LPCM 1.0 (48kHz/24-bit)
English LPCM 1.0 (48kHz/24-bit) -
Case type:Special Case
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UPC Number:760137161844
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Notes:Region A/B-coded.
Brand new 2K restoration from the original negatives by Arrow Films.
The discs are housed in a digibook in a slipcase with an illustrated 60-page collectors' booklet featuring new writing by David West, Jonathan Clements and Dylan Cheung, plus cast and crew listings and notes on each film by Ian Jane. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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Extras:DISC ONE: The One Armed Swordsman (Blu-ray)
*The Film (115:36)
Audio Commentary by David West, author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film (2024)
2024 appreciation by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (38:09)
"One Armed Superstar" 2001 interview with actor Wang Yu (41:15)
"Chiao Chiao: A Shaw Career" 2005 interview with actor Chiao Chiao (16:32)
"Ku Feng on Chang Cheh" 2004 interview with actor Ku Feng (18:47)
"Sam Ho on Chang Cheh" 2003 appreciation of director Chang Cheh's work by film historian Sam Ho (22:21, English)
"Daniel Lee on One Armed Swordsman" 2004 interview with Daniel Lee, director of the remake "What Price Survival" (10:46, English)
"One-Armed Side Hustles" 2024 video essay by film historian Brandon Bentley on actor Wang Yu (10:06, English)
Trailer Gallery:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (4:02)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (4:02)
- Chang Cheh Trailer Reel (23:00)
DISC TWO (Blu-ray)
Return of the One Armed Swordsman (109:34)
Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:58)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:58)
The New One Armed Swordsman (102:33)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Brian Bankston (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:21)
- German Theatrical Trailer (3:02)
- "Triple Irons" U.S. Theatrical Trailer (2:02)
- "Triple Irons" U.S. TV Spots (1:27)
DISC THREE (Blu-ray)
The Lady Hermit (102:38)
Audio Commentary by critic James Mudge (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (4:27)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (4:27)
*The Film
(1) Audio Commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (2024)
(2) Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Alternate English Export Credits (2:00)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:21)
DISC FOUR: The 14 Amazons (Blu-ray)
*The Film (129:51)
Audio Commentary by Jonathan Clements, author of "A Brief History of China" (2024)
2004 interview with stuntwoman Sharon Yeung (12:40)
2005 interview with film historian Bede Chang (10:34)
2005 interview with film critic Law Kar (16:04)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:30)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (4:03)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:30)
DISC FIVE (Blu-ray)
The Magic Blade (101:11)
Audio Commentary by critic Samm Deighan (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin) (3:57)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:57)
Clans of Intrigue
*The Film – Theatrical Version (98:18)
*The Film – Uncensored Version (99:46)
Audio Commentary by critic James Mudge (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:05)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (4:04)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:05)
DISC SIX (Blu-ray)
Jade Tiger (104:55)
Audio Commentary by critic Ian Jane (2024)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (3:24)
The Sentimental Swordsman (103:17)
Audio Commentary by David West, author of "Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film" (2024)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:06)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (3:37)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:06)
DISC SEVEN (Blu-ray)
Avenging Eagle (93:09)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
Alternate English Export Credits (2:30)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Cantonese) (3:46)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English #1) (3:46)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English #2) (3:53)
Killer Constable (98:21)
(1) Audio Commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (2024)
(2) Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
(3) Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Brian Bankston (2024)
Additional and Alternate Scenes from the South Korean Version (34:15, SD, in Korean with English subtitles)
Alternate "Lightning Kung Fu" English Credits (1:40)
Theatrical Trailers:
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #1) (3:17)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (Mandarin #2) (3:21)
- Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (English) (3:17)
DISC EIGHT (Blu-ray)
Buddha's Palm (96:52)
Audio Commentary by critic and translator Dylan Cheung (2024)
Alternate "Raiders of the Magic Palm" English Credits (1:22)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (2:42)
Bastard Swordsman (97:05)
Audio Commentary by martial arts cinema expert Frank Djeng (2024)
Hong Kong Theatrical Trailer (2:53)
DISC NINE (Blu-ray)
Killer Constable - South Korean Version (104:53, in Korean with English subtitles)
2024 appreciation of director Chor Yuen by film critic and historian Tony Rayns (39:11, English)
"Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan":
- "Confessions of a Stunt Woman"2004 interview with stunt woman Sharon Yeung (4:51)
- "Theories on Intimate Confessions 2003 appreciation by academic Sze Man-hung, musician Kwan King-chung, and filmmaker Clarence Fok (18:01)
"The Magic Blade":
- 2004 audio interview with actor Ti Lung (21:02, in English)
- 2002 interview with director Chor Yuen (13:23)
- 2002 interview with actor Yuen Wah (17:34)
- 2002 interview with actor Li Ching (14:56)"Sam Ho on Chor Yuen" 2003 appreciation by film historian Sam Ho (14:11, in English)
- "The Scriptwriter" 2003 interview with screenwriter Sze-to On (15:59)
"The Avenging Eagle":
- "The Eagle Chief" 2004 interview with actor Ku Feng (9:12)
- "The Blue Eagle" 2004 interview with actor Eddy Ko (6:31, in English)
DISC TEN: More Music from the De Wolfe Music Library (CD)
CD Soundtrack (79:14, 35 tracks) -
Subtitles:English (for Mandarin), English HoH (for English)
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Picture Format:1080p24 AVC MPEG-4
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Soundtrack(s):Mandarin LPCM 1.0 (48kHz/24-bit)
English LPCM 1.0 (48kHz/24-bit) -
Case type:Special Case
-
Notes:Region A/B-coded.
Brand new 2K restoration from the original negatives by Arrow Films.
The discs are housed in a digibook in a slipcase with an illustrated 60-page collectors' booklet featuring new writing by David West, Jonathan Clements and Dylan Cheung, plus cast and crew listings and notes on each film by Ian Jane. -
Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. -
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OVERALL: Draw
Identical specs.
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CUTS:
- Blu-ray A Shawscope Volume 3: Limited Edition America- Arrow Films - No cuts (90:35)
- Blu-ray A Shawscope Volume 3: Limited Edition Canada- Arrow Films - No cuts (90:35)
- Blu-ray B Shawscope Volume 3: Limited Edition United Kingdom- Arrow Films - No cuts (90:35)
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