NEKRomantik 2 (1991) - Coming Soon from Cult Epics

[takeasneededforpain]

Originally Posted by Lacrymosa

I wonder if Arrow will be doing this one as well. Not that I can't get this version, but you know, just to match my copy of the first one from Arrow.
Either way good news!

Originally Posted by takeasneededforpain

This.

Given how awesome the Arrow edition of the first "Nekromantik" is (I can't wait to get mine in the mail), IMO another limited edition for this sequel and hopefully one for "Schramm" from them too would be most welcome.

Update: Well I posted on their Facebook wall and asked them if they'd be doing another limited edition Blu-Ray/DVD/soundtrack bundle for Nekromantik 2 (like how they did with the original) and they said that "while they'd like to...it's not in the cards right now."

So barring a miracle I guess we're stuck with this upcoming Cult Epics edition.

[Lacrymosa]

Originally Posted by takeasneededforpain

Update: Well I posted on their Facebook wall and asked them if they'd be doing another limited edition Blu-Ray/DVD/soundtrack bundle for Nekromantik 2 (like how they did with the original) and they said that "while they'd like to...it's not in the cards right now."

So barring a miracle I guess we're stuck with this upcoming Cult Epics edition.

At least Cult Epics is releasing it! And relatively quickly too.

[asianxcore]

So happy this is coming out so soon. I just picked up Cult Epics' release of the first film last night.

I'll be holding onto my Barrel (DVD) releases of both films and still picking this one up as well. Can't wait!

[nerdy916]

I hope this doesn't get pushed to 10,000 units like Nekromantik.

[MomentsAgo]

I'm ashamed to admit I still have yet to pick up the original Nekromantik on bluray. But I'm far more excited about this release and I'm hoping that if they do keep it at a 5,000 print run, I can get it preordered before they sell out. Damn Christmas time and having no money ><

Originally Posted by digideadus

The content is vastly over hyped in my opinion but it's still worth owning for any collector of extreme cinema.

Agreed. Love the film, but I remember hearing about the original for years and how disturbing it was. I constantly saw it on "most extreme/disturbing" lists so when I finally got a hold of the original Barrel DVD and watched the film for the very first time, I have to say I was slightly let down I didn't feel like I had watched a disturbing film but instead one of the greatest black comedies of all time.

Or maybe I'm just a sick bastard

Originally Posted by Red Dragon

I second that emotion! Now ...if they'd only release the "August Underground trilogy", "Cutting moments" a totally uncut "A Serbian Film" and "Aftermath" - (if you're into extreme cinema, I think you'll know which "Aftermath" I'm referring to). And by the by, wasn't "Subconscious Cruelty" supposed to receive the blu treatment?

August Underground was another one that suffered from being overhyped for me. It had a few moments but overall it didn't live up to the reputation it had built up. I have yet to see the other two films in the series, though. I've heard they get worse.

I'd be all over a bluray release of Aftermath. Or the Guinea Pig series

Originally Posted by Deadpool

That and the Begotten still give me chills when i think about them.

Oh man! I would love to see a new Begotten release! Though I don't know how much an HD transfer would benefit it.

[asianxcore]

Specs:

http://www.fangoria.com/new/exclusiv...tails-and-art/

NEKROMANTIK 2 will see its Blu-ray debut and a new DVD February 10, featuring a new hi-def transfer from the original 16mm negative approved by Buttgereit. Monika M. stars as a necrophiliac nurse who steals fresh corpses from cemeteries to satisfy her particular lust, and falls in love with a young man (Mark Reeder) who dubs porno films. The first 5,000 Blu-rays and 2,000 DVDs will include new collectible NEKROMANTIK 2 artwork by Johnny Ryan and a necrophilia/gore photo of Monika M. The special features are:

• Audio commentary by Buttgereit, co-writer Franz Rodenkirchen and actors Monika M. and Reeder
• New introduction by Buttgereit
• “The Making of NEKROMANTIK 2”
• Still photo gallery
• Buttgereit trailers
• Original motion picture soundtrack
• Original motion picture soundtrack 20th-anniversary live concert performed by Monika M. and friends—video
• A MOMENT OF SILENCE AT THE GRAVE OF ED GEIN short film by Buttgereit
• “Half Girl—Lemmy, I’m A Feminist” music video by Buttgereit

Retail prices are $34.95 for the Blu-ray, $29.95 for the DVD.

[Undeadcow]

The "limited edition exclusives" in the first were really disposable as is, two cardstock inserts, and this second exclusive doesn't seem much different - a cool freebie but nothing essential.

Originally Posted by nerdy916

I hope this doesn't get pushed to 10,000 units like Nekromantik.

Yeah, it would suck if everyone who wants one could get a copy.

[lolwut]

Originally Posted by MomentsAgo

August Underground was another one that suffered from being overhyped for me. It had a few moments but overall it didn't live up to the reputation it had built up. I have yet to see the other two films in the series, though. I've heard they get worse.

August Underground is a found footage masterpiece IMO.

[MomentsAgo]

Originally Posted by lolwut

August Underground is a found footage masterpiece IMO.

Maybe I need to revisit it. It's been several years since I watched it and I just remember being a bit underwhelmed.

[lolwut]

Originally Posted by MomentsAgo

Maybe I need to revisit it. It's been several years since I watched it and I just remember being a bit underwhelmed.

Maybe it was the state of mind I was in but I had to take a break at one point. It just felt so real. I loved the anti-Hollywood, grounded depiction of psychopaths, and I felt that it did what it set out to do perfectly.

[takeasneededforpain]

Well I just got my limited edition Arrow copy of the original Nekromantik in the mail today and after seeing what a beautifully put together 3 disk set it really is, I really hope that Arrow do release another limited edition bundle for the second film in the future.

[zombivish]

Originally Posted by Red Dragon

I second that emotion! Now ...if they'd only release the "August Underground trilogy", "Cutting moments" a totally uncut "A Serbian Film" and "Aftermath" - (if you're into extreme cinema, I think you'll know which "Aftermath" I'm referring to). And by the by, wasn't "Subconscious Cruelty" supposed to receive the blu treatment?

I've the Barrel dvd of Nek2 & like other's have said, i always found it the blackest of comedies. Stoked to get it on blu, though Id LOVE an edition similar to the Arrow edition of the first.

[zombivish]

Originally Posted by MomentsAgo

I'm ashamed to admit I still have yet to pick up the original Nekromantik on bluray. But I'm far more excited about this release and I'm hoping that if they do keep it at a 5,000 print run, I can get it preordered before they sell out. Damn Christmas time and having no money ><


Agreed. Love the film, but I remember hearing about the original for years and how disturbing it was. I constantly saw it on "most extreme/disturbing" lists so when I finally got a hold of the original Barrel DVD and watched the film for the very first time, I have to say I was slightly let down I didn't feel like I had watched a disturbing film but instead one of the greatest black comedies of all time.

Or maybe I'm just a sick bastard



August Underground was another one that suffered from being overhyped for me. It had a few moments but overall it didn't live up to the reputation it had built up. I have yet to see the other two films in the series, though. I've heard they get worse.

I'd be all over a bluray release of Aftermath. Or the Guinea Pig series


Oh man! I would love to see a new Begotten release! Though I don't know how much an HD transfer would benefit it.

Cutting Moments (& the entire Family Portraits: A Trilogy of America triptych) would be a great addition to bluray, but Nacho's Aftermath is vital imo. I recently re-watched the dvd and whilst it's still beautifully shot & a fantastic piece of work, i really noticed how soft it looked. I thin it'd really look amazing with a solid restoration.

And Subconscious Cruelty did get a blu release. It's a French disc (here http://www.amazon.fr/Subconscious-Cr...A1X6FK5RDHNB96) and i'd love to upgrade my dvd, but 23 Euros is a little dear for my budget right now.

[GasmaskAvenger]

Just pre-ordered this bad boy via DiabolikDVD, just like I did with the first film.

Haven't seen it, so it'll be a welcome addition to my collection.

[LWC3077]

Originally Posted by mar3o

Do they really have to sell in the first 30 days? I hate this expectation these days that everything has to sell now, now, now. Why can't there be some copies that don't sell out immediately so that a few months from now some fan that doesn't frequent this forum can actually find it if they are looking for it? Just because all 10,000 copies doesn't sell out during pre-order doesn't mean fans won't buy them over the next several months or a year. That's how it should be anyways. I hate when a title sells out as fast as it is released - it gives the casual blu-ray/movie fan no chance to even find out that it was released before it's too late.

Finally i find someone with the same opinion/thoughts as myself. i dont get the mentality that releases have to sell out with in a month or 2. With so many companies doing 'limited editions' these days it makes it very hard for the average consumer to keep up. We only have so much $ to go around each month. Give us some time to pick these up in out own time when we can.

[redrunner97]

Originally Posted by LWC3077

Finally i find someone with the same opinion/thoughts as myself. i dont get the mentality that releases have to sell out with in a month or 2. With so many companies doing 'limited editions' these days it makes it very hard for the average consumer to keep up. We only have so much $ to go around each month. Give us some time to pick these up in out own time when we can.

I agree, it's almost too much stress to manage. Especially if you are in school and need food lol.

[GasmaskAvenger]

I too strongly agree with the anti-limited edition sentiment.

However, i'm quite the gullible sucker when it comes to them, so whenever I have the spare cash, i'll definitely splurge on them before any of the scalpers come to ruin the party.

[nerdy916]

2 more days!

[MomentsAgo]

Originally Posted by GasmaskAvenger

I too strongly agree with the anti-limited edition sentiment.

However, i'm quite the gullible sucker when it comes to them, so whenever I have the spare cash, i'll definitely splurge on them before any of the scalpers come to ruin the party.

This is something I struggle with as well. I feel pressured to grab them before they go OOP and start going for stupid prices. Especially with so many films getting released for the first time on Bluray in limited edition form. It makes expanding my collection harder because I spend all my money upgrading titles I already own on DVD instead of buying titles I don't own at all.

It's my own fault, but it would still be nice not to feel pressured into upgrading constantly. But I suppose that's what they want and why they do it.

[GasmaskAvenger]

My pre-ordered copy from DiabolikDVD is expected to be delivered tomorrow alongside with my copy of the Nightmare on Elm Street blu-ray collection I ordered on Amazon.

Should be a fun day.