Yongary Monster from the Deep (1967) 4K UHD (Vinegar Syndrome)

[MifuneFan]

https://vinegarsyndrome.com/collecti...-from-the-deep

This special limited edition 2-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set comes with a spot gloss hard slipcase + slipcover combo (designed by Matt Frank) and is limited to 6,000 units. It is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.

Earthquakes are causing havoc throughout Korea and it's no simple seismic mayhem, but instead the mythic monster Yongary emerging from the earth! After nuclear testing awakens the giant monster presaged in Korean folklore, Yongary threatens to level the country, breathing fire and stomping entire buildings. Only scientist Il-Woo, with the help of his girlfriend's prankster kid brother Icho, can figure out how to slow down the terrible Yongary, who gobbles up petroleum products and only appears to be growing stronger. The seemingly powerless army considers using guided missiles against Yongary, potentially demolishing ancient historical landmarks in order to save lives, all in the hope of stopping his fiery path of destruction.

Considered one of Korea's first giant monster epics, YONGARY, MONSTER FROM THE DEEP is a vital and original take on the genre, with an expertly handled monster, a healthy dose of humor, and even a clever touch of sentiment shown towards the monster itself. It also boasts masterful special effects crafted by the legendary Keizô Murase (Mothra, King Kong vs. Godzilla, Gamera, etc.) himself, character stories built around Il-Woo and Icho, and utterly exquisite miniature work. This kaiju classic and long-time staple on regional U.S. TV has something for everyone, including a jaw-dropping rock 'n roll dance sequence! The folkloric monster team at Vinegar Syndrome is proud to bring you this beloved creature classic, newly restored in 4K and finally featuring the surviving fragments of its original Korean language version.

directed by: Kim Ki-duk
starring: Yeong-il Oh, Jeong-im Nam, Lee Soon-jae, Moon Kang, Kwang Ho Lee
1967 / 80 min / 2.35:1 / English Mono

Additional info:

• 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray
• 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range
• Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm interpositive
• Commentary track with film historian Samm Deighan
• Commentary track with film historian Steve Ryfle & writer/critic Kim Song-ho
• All that remains of Daegoesu Yonggari, the original Korean cut of Yongary with newly translated English subtitles, sourced from tape and courtesy of the Korean Film Archive (48 min)
• Archival video interview with legendary kaiju suitmaker Keizo Murase, originally produced for TohoKingdom.com (20 min)
• "Yongary: The Birth of Korea's Monster" (19 min) - a featurette with Korean film historians Kim Hyun-jae, Hong Gi-hun, and Park Sang-kyu
• Video introduction by film historian Sean Rhoads, co-author of Japan's Green Monsters: Environmental Commentary in Kaiju Cinema (8 min)
• Image gallery
• Anatomy poster by renowned kaiju artist Matt Frank
• Reversible sleeve artwork
• English SDH subtitles

Yongary, Monster from the Deep (1967) [Vinegar Syndrome 4K UHD+Blu-ray Promo Trailer] - YouTube

[Mikezilla3k]

Ooooo, very nice.

[starsteam]

Much more exciting than Konga (they can do that next year though). I disregarded this since the full Korean cut is lost and I didn't think they would bother to include a partial version. This is the best we will probably ever get.

Who the frick has the rights for the 90's reboot? Sony still? That's one that needs a release with multiple cuts (especially if they can unearth the practical monster suit footage)

[Mikezilla3k]

Originally Posted by starsteam

Who the frick has the rights for the 90's reboot? Sony still? That's one that needs a release with multiple cuts (especially if they can unearth the practical monster suit footage)

Looks like Samuel Goldwyn Films owns the rights for it now. Or at least digitally.

[kevers7290]

What is the release date? The site says "pre-order" but the trailer says "available now."

[starsteam]

Originally Posted by kevers7290

What is the release date? The site says "pre-order" but the trailer says "available now."

It'll ship later this month.

[kevers7290]

Originally Posted by starsteam

It'll ship later this month.

Thank you!

[fattyjoe37]

Would've preferred Konga lol

[russweiss1]

This is the release I'm most excited about this month.

[UFAlien]

"Vital and original?" "An expertly handled monster?" "Masterful special effects?"

Guys your audience loves this kind of silly junk for being silly junk you don't have to lie in your ads...

I'm sure it'll look a lot better than the existing Blu-ray, but personally this isn't something I really want to pay Vinegar Syndrome exclusive prices for. Probably a pass for me.

[Infallible Presence]

For a moment I was about sh!t myself, then saw they still can't find the original Korean version. But a great surprise nonetheless. Was actually expecting "Konga" to be their next, but this is just as good naturally.

[RalphoR]

This is an unexpected surprise. Wracking my brain trying to figure out what movie we'd get and this never came to mind Ordered!

[starsteam]

They got a commentary from the person who did the one for Criterion's Biollante? Oh boy. Hope they don't confuse this for Bulgasari (that's another film they need to find).

[RalphoR]

My copy shipped a few days back. Eta Thursday.

[RalphoR]

Arrived today and the packaging looks great as usual. Love these special edition monster slip box movies VS has been putting out. What's next?

[El Sleezo]

Originally Posted by RalphoR

Arrived today and the packaging looks great as usual. Love these special edition monster slip box movies VS has been putting out. What's next?

Also from MGM's AIP library, I wouldn't mind Konga.

[Infallible Presence]

Originally Posted by El Sleezo

Also from MGM's AIP library, I wouldn't mind Konga.

I'm assuming that's down the pipeline. I was thinking that would've been their next title given this one's negatives are lost.

[RalphoR]

Originally Posted by El Sleezo

Also from MGM's AIP library, I wouldn't mind Konga.

Not one of my favorite films but it does have Michael Gough. So far the choices have been foreign kaiju films.

[Hammerlover]

Originally Posted by El Sleezo

Also from MGM's AIP library, I wouldn't mind Konga.

"Konga, put me down!"

[chriszilla]

Originally Posted by Hammerlover

"Konga, put me down!"

And at one point he says "Konga, you fool!" which never fails to crack me up!