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4K BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary One - this archival audio commentary was recorded by director Bob Clark. The comments address in great detail how various sequences were shot and specifically how the camera movement was managed, the lighting choices that were made, the tone and atmosphere of the film, some interesting criticisms Mr. Clark encountered, the unique 'visualization' and sound profile of the killer, etc. This is a casual but very technical and ultimately wonderfully illuminating commentary that should not be ignored by fans of Mr. Clark's film.
- Commentary Two - this archival audio commentary was recorded by actors John Saxon and Keir Dullea. Mr. Saxon explains how he was offered a part in Black Christmas and a terrible mix-up that made him lose it, though eventually he was invited to join the cast again; Mr. Saxon also discusses the candid dialog and how Bob Clark perfected its kind in other genre films as well as the nature of the horror that gives Black Christmas its identity. Mr. Dullea discusses his contribution as well, with some quite interesting observations about his interactions with the rest of the cast.
- Commentary Three - this archival audio commentary was recorded by Nick Mancuso, though he is credited only as "Billy". It is pretty, well, loose and exotic, so I would not recommend it to anyone that actually expects to learn anything meaningful or interesting about the conception and production of Black Christmas. To be perfectly honest, most of the time Mr. Mancuso sounds slightly inebriated.
- Audio Interview with Director Bob Clark - in this archival audio interview, Bob Clark discusses the genesis of Black Christmas, the idea of using the camera as the killer, the casting process, the film's period appearance and specifically the fact that it does not look dated. Mr. Clark also comments on the remakes of some of his biggest hits. In English, not subtitled. (26 min).
BLU-RAY DISC ONE
- Black Christmas - Restoring the Sound - in this exclusive new program, audio restoration specialist Brett Cameron discusses the work that was done during the recent restoration of the original Mono track of Black Christmas. Also included in the program are before-and-after comparisons. In English, not subtitled. (9 min).
- Newsprint Ad Gallery - presented here is a collection of original news ads for Black Christmas from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. (4 min).
- Commentary One - this archival audio commentary was recorded by director Bob Clark. The comments address in great detail how various sequences were shot and specifically how the camera movement was managed, the lighting choices that were made, the tone and atmosphere of the film, some interesting criticisms Mr. Clark encountered, the unique 'visualization' and sound profile of the killer, etc. This is a casual but very technical and ultimately wonderfully illuminating commentary that should not be ignored by fans of Mr. Clark's film.
- Commentary Two - this archival audio commentary was recorded by actors John Saxon and Keir Dullea. Mr. Saxon explains how he was offered a part in Black Christmas and a terrible mix-up that made him lose it, though eventually he was invited to join the cast again; Mr. Saxon also discusses the candid dialog and how Bob Clark perfected its kind in other genre films as well as the nature of the horror that gives Black Christmas its identity. Mr. Dullea discusses his contribution as well, with some quite interesting observations about his interactions with the rest of the cast.
- Commentary Three - this archival audio commentary was recorded by Nick Mancuso, though he is credited only as "Billy". It is pretty, well, loose and exotic, so I would not recommend it to anyone that actually expects to learn anything meaningful or interesting about the conception and production of Black Christmas. To be perfectly honest, most of the time Mr. Mancuso sounds slightly inebriated.
- Audio Interview with Director Bob Clark - in this archival audio interview, Bob Clark discusses the genesis of Black Christmas, the idea of using the camera as the killer, the casting process, the film's period appearance and specifically the fact that it does not look dated. Mr. Clark also comments on the remakes of some of his biggest hits. In English, not subtitled. (26 min).
BLU-RAY DISC TWO
- Critical Mass Version (2006) - presented here is the 2006 remastered version of Black Christmas. This version of the film is framed in 1:78:1 and has not undergone a full-scale digital restoration. In English, not subtitled. Dolby Digital 5.1. (98 min).
- Film and Furs Remembering Black Christmas - in this archival program, actor Art Hindle recalls how he was offered the part of Chris Hayden in Black Christmas and what it was like to work with Bob Clark and the rest of the cast during the shooting of the film in Canada. There are some interesting observations about the reception of the film as well as the state of the Canadian film industry during the 1970s. In English, not subtitled. (27 min).
- Victims and Virgins Remembering Black Christmas - in this archival program, actress Lynne Griffin explains how she entered the film business and discusses her involvement with Black Christmas. Also, there are some interesting observations about the nature of the horror that flourishes in the film. In English, not subtitled. (27 min).
- Black Christmas Legacy - in this archival program, actors Lynne Griffin, Nick Mancuso, Margot Kidder, Olivia Hussey, composer Carl Zittrer, and journalist Bruce Kirkland (Toronto Star), amongst others, discuss the timeless appeal of Black Christmas and how it may have impacted the creative concept of 'modern horror'. Also included is footage from an archival interview with Bob Clark discussing a fictional sequel to Black Christmas. In English, not subtitled. (41 min).
- 40th Anniversary Panel at FanExpo 2014 - presented here is footage from the 40th anniversary union panel at FanExpo in Canada, 2014. Actors Lyynne Griffin, John Saxon, and Art Hindle, and Nick Manuso recall their involvement with Black Christmas and discuss Bob Clark's working methods. The discussion is moderated by Paul Corupe (critic/writer from Canuxploitation.com). In English, not subtitled. (18 min).
- On Screen!: Black Christmas - this archival program examines the conception and unique qualities of Black Christmas as well as its impact on the evolution of horror cinema. Included in it are clips from interviews with critic Paul Corupe, critic/author Calum Waddel, Bob Clark, Keir Dullea, Margot Kidder, and producer/distributor William Alexander, among others. In English, not subtitled. (49 min).
- 12 Days of Black Christmas - this archival program examines the production or Black Christmas and the qualities of its key characters. There are some interesting observations about Bob Clark's techniques and the film's stylistic appearance as well. Included in it are clips from interviews with Art Hindle, Olivia Hussey, Lynn Griffin, John Saxon, and Doug McGrath, among others. In English, not subtitled. (20 min).
- Black Christmas Revisited - this archival program focuses on the production of Black Christmas as well. Included in it are clips from interviews with Bob Clark, co-producer Gerry Arbeid, Vision 4 executive Victor Solnicki, Keir Dullea, Lynne Griffin, John Saxon, and Art Hindle, among others. In English, not subtitled. (37 min).
- Archival Interviews - the following actors and Bob Clark recall their collaboration on Black Christmas. In English, not subtitled. (102 min).
- 1. Olivia Hussey
- 2. Art Hindle
- 3. Margot Kidder
- 4. John Saxon
- 5. Bob Clark
- Midnight Screening Q&A - presented here is footage from a Q&A session that was held after a screening of Black Christmas in Santa Monica, California, in December 2004. Audience questions are answered by Bob Clark, John Saxon, and composer Carl Zittrer. In English, not subtitled. (21 min).
- Two Scenes with a New Soundtrack - presented here are two scenes with alternate audio/sounds that were discovered during the 5.1 mixing session for the DVD release of Black Christmas. The alternate audio/sounds are not present in the final version of the film. In English, not subtitled. (4 min).
- Trailers -
- 1. Original English language trailer
- 2. Original French language trailer.
- Original TV and Radio Spots - in English, not subtitled. (4 min).
- Alternate Title Sequences - with music. (3 min).
- Image Gallery - a collection of original promotional materials for Black Christmas from around the world. (5 min).
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