Crimson Peak (2015)

[Akijama]

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Released: 9th February 2016
Further Details:
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment and Legendary Entertainment have announced the Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD) and DVD releases of Guillermo del Toro's Crimson Peak.

The Blu-ray Combo Pack will include:

Feature Commentary with co-writer and Director Guillermo Del Toro
Deleted Scenes
The Light and Dark of Crimson Peak – Crimson Peak offers a stylized turn of the century with carefully crafted visuals that provide the perfect backdrop for Del Toro’s brand of psychological horror. Follow the phases of production to discover a booming America and a dark and removed England portrayed with a multi-layered sophistication unlike any seen in recent cinema.
Beware Of Crimson Peak – Tom Hiddleston (Sir Thomas Sharpe) offers a walking tour of the many secret spaces in Allerdale Hall.
I Remember Crimson Peak – A series of interviews with director Guillermo del Toro and his standout cast, Mia Wasikowska, Tom Hiddleston and Jessica Chastain.
A Living Thing –An army of artisans was amassed to construct the Sharpe mansion on North America’s largest soundstage. Witness first-hand and in great detail the construction of Del Toro’s most elaborate set to date.
A Primer on Gothic Romance – Employing his encyclopedic knowledge and passion for the genre, Guillermo del Toro traces the lineage of Gothic Romance in cinema. Using Crimson Peak as the basis, Del Toro outlines the history of cinematic terror and illuminates the differences between traditional scares and elevated horror.
Crimson Phantoms – Del Toro’s approach to make-up effects is discussed by award-winning effects house DDT. In this piece, they offer an exclusive look inside their workshop, where they deconstruct the creation of the film’s most disturbing prosthetic effects. The discussion delves into the mythology of these elegant creatures and how Del Toro’s belief in the supernatural informed the design and narrative of the ghosts.
Hand Tailored Gothic – Costume designer Kate Hawley unravels her collaboration with Del Toro and reveals the symbolism constantly at play in the wardrobe’s design.

When her heart is stolen by a seductive stranger, a young woman is swept away to a house atop a mountain of blood-red clay: a place filled with secrets that will haunt her forever. Between desire and darkness, between mystery and madness, lies the truth behind Crimson Peak. From the imagination of director Guillermo del Toro comes a supernatural mystery starring Tom Hiddleston, Jessica Chastain, Mia Wasikowska and Charlie Hunnam.

Crimson Peak - Official Theatrical Trailer [HD] - YouTube

[monorail91]

Wasn't really feeling this one. The visuals were lovely, and the ending was rather

[Show spoiler]outrageous, with the incest twist plus Jessica Chastain chasing Mia Wasikowska around the estate with a knife. Mia's acting bothered me though (as it does in pretty much everything) and her character said & did things that didn't feel appropriate to the period.

Worth seeing once maybe, but I won't be picking this up.

[Goremageddon]

I received an email from Zavvi today saying that they're going to have a steelbook release for this.

I'll Netflix it before I decide (like always).

[moulinette]

Originally Posted by Goremageddon

I received an email from Zavvi today saying that they're going to have a steelbook release for this.

I just pre-ordered the Steelbook from Zavvi. Thanks for letting me know about it.

I really loved this movie. I'll being seeing it for a 4th time in cinemas next week, which I have never for a movie before. It's just so beautiful and I keep trying to absorb all the detail and notice parts I missed before. I loved Lucille!

[moulinette]

Zavvi has added the finalised artwork to the website now.

I tried to post the images, but my post wasn't approved because I haven't made 10 posts.

[Namuhana]

[Lt. Brannigan]

Originally Posted by monorail91

Wasn't really feeling this one. The visuals were lovely, and the ending was rather

[Show spoiler]outrageous, with the incest twist plus Jessica Chastain chasing Mia Wasikowska around the estate with a knife. Mia's acting bothered me though (as it does in pretty much everything) and her character said & did things that didn't feel appropriate to the period.

Worth seeing once maybe, but I won't be picking this up.

What he said.

[Lord Summerisle]

This is a must buy for me.

[Kamelot121]

Originally Posted by Lord Summerisle

This is a must buy for me.

Me too, absolutely loved this movie!

[Rickydenim]

I really want the steelbook but missed out on Zaavi. I see there is a German one also on Amazon but it has the rating on the bottom left corner - do you think that will be printed on?

[Namuhana]

Originally Posted by monorail91

[Show spoiler]the incest twist

That's classic gothic, though. It's straight from The Fall of the House of Usher, which is a pretty cool connection, I think; I wouldn't even consider it a twist because, well, it seemed kind of obvious to me. You can see a lot from Poe's stories in Crimson Peak. Maybe I was able to make that connection because I'm a fan of gothic literature . I guess it's not for everyone, though.

I do agree with you on Wasikowska, though. Her acting seemed wooden.

In any case, I'm definitely picking this up. I found it pretty enjoyable.

[NShep53]

This movie looked too good to not get on blu. The story was blah yes, but the acting was great by all three leads and the visuals were just amazing.

[Namuhana]

I'm seeing this tomorrow, but I've already done the pre-order for the Blu-ray. If it's in the same vein as Cronos, The Devil's Backbone, and Pan's Labyrinth, I'll probably really enjoy it.

[Blizzard]

I fairly enjoyed this movie but my girlfriend hated it - she was hoping it would be more scary. I'll probably pick it up at launch if it has a steelbook or an amazing slip, otherwise I'll wait for it to drop to about $10 or so.

[callahan09]

I was looking immensely forward to seeing this. I never get out to the movies, but I was planning to go this week for this one if I can make it there. Haven't been to a movie in over a year, in fact. But I'm hearing a lot of negative word of mouth, and it did bad at the box office. What gives? It looks stunning and Del Toro is always worth at least one watch for every movie he's done. I like the cast a great deal, as well. It was marketed like crazy, I saw commercials for it all month long all over the place, and cast & director on talk shows, etc.

Can anyone give an entirely spoiler free explanation for why it is doing rather underwhelmingly at the box office and in people's opinions I'm reading everywhere?

[DMRI2006]

Originally Posted by callahan09

Can anyone give an entirely spoiler free explanation for why it is doing rather underwhelmingly at the box office and in people's opinions I'm reading everywhere?

Variety indicated it's too bloody for the Harlequin crowd but not scary enough for horror fans...so it's kind of in a netherworld where it appeals to neither.

[roycck]

Watched this in IMAX and i must say the acting is good but the story was just average.

[javi92]

Really enjoyed this. Set design and costumes were crazy good. For me, the movie had an old school Corman-Poe type feel (obviously much more polished) with some Bava overtones too. Not for anyone looking for a scary movie though. Did feel like the movie's weak link was Mia.

[feeling22]

Enjoyed it but I'll wait until it drops to $15 or less.

[DMRI2006]

Originally Posted by javi92

Not for anyone looking for a scary movie though.

That would be the problem...especially as it's being marketed as a scary movie.