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The Burning (Collector's Edition) [Blu-ray]

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Genre Horror
Format Multiple Formats, Blu-ray, Anamorphic, NTSC, Widescreen
Contributor Brian Backer, Jason Alexander, Larry Joshua, Brian Matthews, Leah Ayres, Ned Eisenberg, Tony Maylam
Language English
Runtime 1 hour and 31 minutes
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For almost 20 years, Shout! Factory has redefined what it means to be an entertainment company for fans, by fans. Through its beginnings lovingly releasing and reviving beloved cult films and classic TV series, Shout! cultivated an uncanny ability to rediscover great content and applied these skills to producing and distributing fan-driven new releases that set the bar for independent entertainment. Shout! Factory's extensive experience in a diverse array of genres has led to the launch of several well-respected properties, including Shout! Studios, Scream Factory, Mystery Science Theater 3000, Shout Kids, Shout Select and the streaming service Shout! Factory TV. Capitalizing on both traditional and emerging digital platforms, Shout! Factory is a media company devoted to producing, uncovering, preserving and revitalizing the very best of pop culture.

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The Burning enjoys a loyal following among '80s horror film aficionados, who will undoubtedly be pleased by the wealth of extras featured on Scream Factory's Blu-ray/DVD presentation. The picture's raison d'être is unquestionably its grisly, no-holds-barred special effects, which are among the most gruesome featured in an American slasher film, and their conception and execution (no pun intended) by makeup effects legend Tom Savini are the highlight of the supplemental features. The always-jovial Savini is front and center on "Blood 'n' Fire Memories," a 17-plus-minute interview ported over from MGM's 2007 DVD release which features a wealth of his own behind-the-scenes footage as well as his recollections of working on the upstate New York set with its cast of up-and-coming talent. The grainy camcorder footage also receives its own standalone eight-minute showcase, highlighting some of the picture's nastiest kills. Also ported over from the MGM DVD is director Tony Maylam's commentary track, in which Maylam discusses the film's production with writer Alan Jones in frank but affectionate terms; a second, brand-new commentary track featuring costars Shelley Bruce and Bonnie Deroski with moderator Edwin Samuelson is freewheeling and fun as they recall working with their castmates (Jason Alexander, we learn, rewrote a portion of his own self-deprecating dialogue). Actor Lou David, who played the film's villain, Cropsey, is equally informative in his brief interview segment, which highlights the physical and performing challenges of his limited, makeup-heavy role, while director Jack Sholder (A Nightmare on Elm Street 2, The Hidden) relays how his work for New Line's trailer department led to his role as editor on the film. The original theatrical coming attraction, galleries of stills, poster art and makeup effects, and a PDF of the screenplay round out this typically abundant presentation from Scream Factory. --Paul Gaita

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ NR (Not Rated)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.17 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 14027
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Tony Maylam
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Multiple Formats, Blu-ray, Anamorphic, NTSC, Widescreen
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 31 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ May 21, 2013
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Brian Matthews, Leah Ayres, Brian Backer, Larry Joshua, Jason Alexander
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ English, English
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Shout Factory
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00BCMSY80
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,464 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,464 global ratings
Children Shouldn't Play With Matches ("The Burning" Is A Classic Revenge Slasher)
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Children Shouldn't Play With Matches ("The Burning" Is A Classic Revenge Slasher)
Welcome to the great outdoors and gather around the campfire. Roast marshmallows and listen to the counselor tell the story of Cropsy, alcoholic caretaker at Camp Blackfoot; because of a prank that went wrong, he was set afire and horribly burned. Now he prowls the woods in search of victims to slash with his hedge clippers. Unfortunately, this campfire tale is horribly true. "The Burning" is a classic revenge slasher from the eighties. It is in the same mold as "Friday 13th" and "Sleepaway Camp." Though not a mystery, because we know who is doing the killing, it does offer a tremendous amount of suspense and gore, thanks to make up artist Tom Savini ("Friday 13th" and "Dawn of the Dead"). In a brief documentary, "Blood 'n' Fire Memories," Savini demonstrates how many of the gorier scenes were created, including the notorious raft massacre. "The Burning" is a body count slasher; however, I wish the count had been higher and the deaths more evenly spaced throughout the film. Most of the murders take place during the raft massacre. There is a long dry spell between the prostitute who is stabbed near the beginning of the film and the first victim on the canoe trip. Soon afterwards, there is the raft massacre. Another dry spell follows and then two lovers are killed - a scene that was copied in "Friday 13th Part V - A New Beginning." Look for a pudgy teenage Jason Alexander ("Steinfield" and "Shallow Hal") who provides a lot of comic relief as David, an adorable prankster. Also, a young, cute Holly Hunter ("The Firm" and "Copy Cat") has a small role as mischievous Sophie. Add "The Burning" to your collection of serial killer flicks from the slasher frenzy area. MGM has done a wonder job of restoring and presenting the film in its original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1. Commentary, a trailer, and English subtitles have been provided. This is a great package and highly recommended for classic horror fans.
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