The Emperor Jones (1933) Blu-ray (Film Masters)

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Film Masters will be releasing the pre-code film The Emperor Jones (1933), which stars Paul Robeson, in Limited Edition Blu-ray release on February 25th. It includes a number of extras including a commentary track, a 2nd film, add a documentary on Robeson.

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The murderous Brutus Jones escapes from jail and bluffs his way to becoming the emperor of a Caribbean island. Jones claims to have magical powers and rules with an iron fist. Based on Eugene O'Neill's Expressionistic play, the film stars Paul Robeson in the same role he played on the Broadway stage. Brutus Jones is an unforgettable character, and The Emperor Jones is an American classic! This version includes the rare, blue-tinted reel.

Special Features

• Full length commentary by Karen Burroughs Hannsberry
• Bonus Film, The Tallest Tree in Our Forest (1977)
• Documentary on Paul Robeson
• English Subtitles;
• Full color inserted booklet with original essay by Karen Burroughs Hannsberry
• Limited Edition packaging