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A Closer Look at “The Demoniacs” in Stunning 4K

Greetings, fans of the eerie and mysterious! Get ready for a gripping journey with Jean Rollin’s “The Demoniacs,” now available in a spectacular US Limited Edition, beautifully restored in 4K UHD. Diverging from his usual tales of vampires, Rollin weaves a gripping narrative of raw brutality, eerie rituals, and otherworldly revenge, all against the relentless backdrop of the sea.

A Haunting Story of Revenge

In “The Demoniacs,” we follow the harrowing plight of two shipwreck survivors who fall victim to a ruthless band of pirates known as ‘the wreckers.’ Rendered mute from their traumatic experience, these women stumble upon a mysterious clown who leads them to a decrepit castle. There, they gain mystical powers aimed at exacting their vengeance. This film, featuring performances by Joélle Coeur, John Rico, Willy Braque, and Mireille Dargent, is one of Rollin’s most audacious forays into the supernatural, celebrated for its deep narrative and thematic richness.

Exquisite Restoration for Optimal Viewing

This US Limited Edition offers a pristine 4K HDR restoration from the original film negative, ensuring that every eerie detail and spectral shade of Rollin’s vision is vividly resurrected. Enhanced with Dolby Vision and compatible with HDR10, this release is tailored for the most advanced home cinema setups.

Delve Deeper with Special Features

This edition is loaded with extras that enrich your viewing experience and offer deeper insight into Rollin’s creative vision. It includes three versions of the film: the original theatrical cut, a longer, more explicit export version, and “Curse of the Living Dead,” the alternative English-language version. With original mono audio, expert commentary by Tim Lucas, and select scene commentaries directly from Jean Rollin, this package is a deep dive into the film’s context. Also featured are interviews with Rollin, critical essays, outtake footage, and extensive image galleries, along with improved subtitle translations for greater accessibility.

A Must-Have for Collectors

More than just a movie, this limited edition is a collector’s entry into Jean Rollin’s unique cinematic world, with only 10,000 individually numbered copies available. It includes an exclusive 80-page book filled with new essays and archival interviews, offering a deeper look into the film’s creation and Rollin’s enduring legacy. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore the dark depths of human cruelty and the stark power of revenge through “The Demoniacs,” now in stunning 4K UHD.

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