The Invisible Maniac (1990) 4K UHD coming from Vinegar Syndrome

[bigdaddyhorse]

So I popped this in and gave it a watch last night. The 4K is an amazing upgrade over every VHS and cable rip I've seen. I didn't do a direct screen compare but judging by how the 4X3 shots in the features (including the video trailer) look, this movie was hard-matted to 1.85 and has more picture on the sides.

Then I dipped into the features. Being a longtime fan of the film but never bothering to look up any other info it, I went and watched the "deleted scene" first and was just thinking "what the **** is this?" Then the doc explained it and it makes a bit more sense. ****ing hilarious how overseas markets just wanted a longer cut, and didn't care what was longer. Nice to see Julie Strain (R.I.P.) in it though.

Great release, the only things that suck are Savannah is dead and destroyed her boobs after this movie (although she did a couple of porns with her original look: R.I.P.), and I missed out on the lenticular slip. Despite being a slip collector, I refuse to pay over $10-20 for any slip, so I'll be living without this one unless someone wants to send me one for X-Mas. Looking back now, I do recall seeing the offer and wish I had taken the gamble, but I figured it was just a joke and they would just say "thanks for playing" and refund any orders taken at best, or just keep the money at worst. I assure you next year's April Fool's thing will be far less rare as everyone will be hip to what happened with this one and seeing those dollar signs.

[bigdaddyhorse]

Did a little bit of comparison last night between the 4X3 video rip I have and the 4K. The 4X3 is open matte, but mostly just wasted space, and the difference in quality is beyond night and day. I thought that rip was decent looking for the years I've had it, but it is really horrible compared. Like watching through a dirty, fuzzy screen door filled with water. Everything feels distorted now, can't even tell who is who in longer shots (like the cheerleaders practice in the gym).

[lgans316]

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[jcs913]

OK, now I will ask in this thread since I cannot seem to get an answer in the VS thread.. Who is the woman not in the movie on the UK cover???



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[bigdaddyhorse]

Originally Posted by jcs913

OK, now I will ask in this thread since I cannot seem to get an answer in the VS thread.. Who is the woman not in the movie on the UK cover???



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She looks very familiar, but I can't place it and google image search ain't helping. Curious and following, hoping for an answer myself.

[jcs913]

Originally Posted by bigdaddyhorse

She looks very familiar, but I can't place it and google image search ain't helping. Curious and following, hoping for an answer myself.

I know, I just can't place it either. I thought it was Monique Gabriele at first, but was wrong obviously. I figure someone could chime in with the answer considering all of the movie buffs on this forum.

[D00mM4r1n3]

Originally Posted by jcs913

OK, now I will ask in this thread since I cannot seem to get an answer in the VS thread.. Who is the woman not in the movie on the UK cover???

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Looks like Jessica Hahn to me but the cover girl's breasts appear smaller.

[GasmaskAvenger]

My Target pre-order just shipped, so now my lenticular slipcover from the April Fools "Translucent Slipcover" deal won't be lonely anymore.

[blurayisnice]

Originally Posted by raja302

I've never seen this movie before but for some reason I feel a strong urge to watch it. But $46.00 for one movie plus shipping? I could get 2 criterions for that much...decisions, decisions.

Yeah, I had the same mindset, but really, VN & Criterion have very different target groups. Most VN syndrome releases are not for everyone – they are for a niche group within a niche (boutique blu-ray) within a niche (physical media collectors). Costs associated with film restoration are probably the same as for any movie, so they have the same/similar restoration costs, but a much smaller audience to sell their product to. So prices will be higher. But the niche group is so dedicated, that they will shell for titles like this. Most their stuff is not my cup of tea and the stuff I kinda want, I'll only buy on sale.


I think. My theory. Just my imo.

[Resident Evil Labs]

Thinking of getting this as a blind buy. Love almost all Vinegar Syndrome stuff. Love things like Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers and stuff like Creepazoids and fun trash like that. Is this sleazy and fun like those? Or does this have like mean spirited rape scenes in it? Because that stuff really bothers me honestly.

[Geoff D]

Originally Posted by jcs913

OK, now I will ask in this thread since I cannot seem to get an answer in the VS thread.. Who is the woman not in the movie on the UK cover???



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I think that’s UK glamour model Kirsten Imrie.

[bigdaddyhorse]

Originally Posted by Resident Evil Labs

Thinking of getting this as a blind buy. Love almost all Vinegar Syndrome stuff. Love things like Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers and stuff like Creepazoids and fun trash like that. Is this sleazy and fun like those? Or does this have like mean spirited rape scenes in it? Because that stuff really bothers me honestly.

Should be right up your alley.
There is no rape, just lots of clothes getting torn off and naked girls dying, but in a fun way!

Originally Posted by Geoff D

I think that’s UK glamour model Kirsten Imrie.

Looks like we have a winner! If that isn't her it's her lost twin. Thanks.

[jcs913]

Originally Posted by Geoff D

I think that’s UK glamour model Kirsten Imrie.

Even though it took a while to get the answer, thanks for the insight Geoff.

[Geoff D]

Originally Posted by jcs913

Even though it took a while to get the answer, thanks for the insight Geoff.

Don’t thank me citizen, thank the British newspaper obsession with having topless models on page 3, Ms Imrie being one such alumnus.

[ceferblat]

An invisible maniac is chasing me.

[JRcanReid]

Is multi-week waits for shipping typical when your order directly from Vinegar Syndrome? I LOOOVE their titles but both recent movies I bought there involve very long waiting times for shipping. Is that just how they roll?

[sb5]

Originally Posted by JRcanReid

Is multi-week waits for shipping typical when your order directly from Vinegar Syndrome? I LOOOVE their titles but both recent movies I bought there involve very long waiting times for shipping. Is that just how they roll?

If bought during their sales and/or it’s a preorder - yes.

[JRcanReid]

Thanks. Yeah, it's not a deal breaker or anything and I definitely want to support what they're doing.

[BillyBrown66]

Originally Posted by ceferblat

An invisible maniac is chasing me.

Don’t worry, he is NOT REAL.

[Mushi Minion]

Originally Posted by BillyBrown66

Don’t worry, he is NOT REAL.

If you want to stay and die, be my guest! I'm outta here!