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4K BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary One - in this archival audio commentary, producers Larry Spiegel and Judy Goldstein discuss the production history of Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, and specifically how and where key sequences were filmed (apparently, a large portion of the film was shot in Mexico), Guy Hamilton's directing methods and body of work, the editing of the film, its marketing, etc.
- Commentary Two - in this exclusive new audio commentary, film journalist Brandon Streussnig offers a very fair assessment of Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, highlighting many of its legitimate strengths and weaknesses, and comments on Fred Ward's good but largely wasted performance (Streussnig correctly points out that the source of all troubles in the film is Guy Hamilton and his desire to direct it with a degree of seriousness that isn't right for it, as well as the absence of a formidable villain to elevate Ward's image), the inconsistent blending of comedy and action, the film's box office performance and critical reception, etc. Also, Streussnig has some very good observations about the different locations seen throughout the film and the reasons it is now effective as a good 1980s time capsule.
BLU-RAY DISC
- Commentary One - in this archival audio commentary, producers Larry Spiegel and Judy Goldstein discuss the production history of Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, and specifically how and where key sequences were filmed (apparently, a large portion of the film was shot in Mexico), Guy Hamilton's directing methods and body of work, the editing of the film, its marketing, etc.
- Commentary Two - in this exclusive new audio commentary, film journalist Brandon Streussnig offers a very fair assessment of Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, highlighting many of its legitimate strengths and weaknesses, and comments on Fred Ward's good but largely wasted performance (Streussnig correctly points out that the source of all troubles in the film is Guy Hamilton and his desire to direct it with a degree of seriousness that isn't right for it, as well as the absence of a formidable villain to elevate Ward's image), the inconsistent blending of comedy and action, the film's box office performance and critical reception, etc. Also, Streussnig has some very good observations about the different locations seen throughout the film and the reasons it is now effective as a good 1980s time capsule.
- Lessons in Popcorn Villainy - in this exclusive new program, actor Patrick Kilpatrick reveals that Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins was the first studio film he was hired to appear in and recalls his initial encounter with Guy Hamilton, first impression of the screenplay he was handed, interactions with Fred Ward and other cast members, etc. Also, Kilpatrick reveals how he prepares for each scene, especially if it involves a serious physical challenge. In English, not subtitled. (26 min).
- Created, the Destroyer: Writing Remo Williams - this archival program takes a closer look at "The Destroyer" book series by Richard Sapir and Warren Murphy and how some of the original content is used in Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins. Included in it are interviews with Devin Murphy, son of Warren Murphy, and film historian/paperbook collector Chris Poggiali. The program was produced by Ballyhoo Motions Pictures in 2016. In English, not subtitled. (18 min).
- Unarmed and Dangerous: Producing Remo Williams - in this archival program, producer Larry Spiegel and co-producer Judy Goldstein discuss the conception of Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins and how the project evolved as after Guy Hamilton committed to it and various actors were cast. There are some very interesting comments about the work of cinematographer Andrew Laszlo and its impact on the film's unique stylistic appearance as well as Peter Ward's performance. The program was produced by Ballyhoo Motions Pictures in 2016. In English, not subtitled. (22 min).
- Secrets of Sinanju: Training Remo Williams - in this archival program, actor Joel Grey recalls how he was approached with an offer to play the character of Chiun, as well as what it was like to work with Guy Hamilton and Fred Ward. Also, there are some quite interesting comments about the type of make-up he had to put on each time he stepped in front of the camera as well as the film's lasting appeal. The program was produced by Ballyhoo Motions Pictures in 2016. In English, not subtitled. (9 min).
- Balance of Power: Designing Remo Williams - in this archival program, production designer Jackson De Govia recalls his involvement with Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins and some of the unique challenges he was presented with. The action footage from the statue footage is discussed in great details. The program was produced by Ballyhoo Motions Pictures in 2016. In English, not subtitled. (16 min).
- Assassin's Tune: Composing Remo Williams - in this archival program, composer Craig Safan discusses how the original soundtrack for Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins was put together. Apparently, a lot of research was done to get some of the Koren themes in the soundtrack right yet have unique new qualities. The program was produced by Ballyhoo Motions Pictures in 2016. In English, not subtitled. (14 min).
- Radio Spot - a vintage U.S. radio spot for Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins. In English, not subtitled. (1 min).
- Theatrical Trailer - original Orion Pictures trailer for Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins. In English, not subtitled. (3 min).
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