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The Girl From Rio 4K

The Girl From Rio 4K

 Actors: Shirley Eaton, Maria Rohm, Marta Reves, George Sanders, Richard Stapley, Herbert Fleischmann
Director: Jesus Franco
Language: ENGLISH : DTS-HD Master Audio Mono
Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
Region: Region Free
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Number of Discs: 2
Rating: Not Rated
Orig Release Date: 1969
Studio: Blue Underground
Release Date: 9/26/2023
Run Time: 94 Min.
Special Features: 4K BLU-RAY DISC
  • Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critics Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson. The two commentators analyze the stylistic identity and narrative of The Girl From Rio, Jess Franco's direction, trends in genre cinema at the time the film was completed, cast choices and the careers and legacies of various stars, etc.
BLU-RAY DISC
  • Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critics Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson. The two commentators analyze the stylistic identity and narrative of The Girl From Rio, Jess Franco's direction, trends in genre cinema at the time the film was completed, cast choices and the careers and legacies of various stars, etc.
  • Rocking in Rio - in this new program, critic and author Stephen Thrower discusses the conception of The Girl From Rio, some of its unique qualities, Jess Franco's career and its evolution over the years. In English, not subtitled. (41 min).
  • Rolling in Rio - in this archival featurette, actress Shirley Eaton recalls how she was approached to play the evil Sumitra, the atmosphere of the film, and the notorious lesbian scene (which was apparently shot with a double); Jess Franco discusses Shirley Eaton's personality, George Sanders' performance and his tragic death, and Alfred Hitchcock's attitude towards the French New Wave; and producer Harry Alan Towers discusses the shooting of The Girl From Rio, as well as the initial work that was done on 99 Women. In English and French, with imposed English subtitles where necessary. (15 min).
  • Poster and Still Gallery - a collection of original promotional materials from around the world and behind the scenes stills. Also included in the gallery are original reprinted synopsis and production credits from an archival press book and reprinted VHS and DVD covers. The gallery was compiled by Gregory Chick.
  • Additional Scenes and Trims -
    • 1. Presented here is additional footage from the German version of The Girl From Rio which is titled The Seven Secrets of Sumuru. In German, with English subtitles. (10 min).
    • 2. While preparing the new 4K restoration of The Girl From Rio, the folks from Blue Underground uncovered a reel of trims. They are presented here without audio. (7 min).
  • RiffTrax Edition - The Girl From Rio is presented here riffed by Mike Nelson, Bill Cobett, and Kevin Murphy. In English, not subtitled. (78 min).
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 Actors: Shirley Eaton, Maria Rohm, Marta Reves, George Sanders, Richard Stapley, Herbert Fleischmann
Director: Jesus Franco
Language: ENGLISH : DTS-HD Master Audio Mono
Subtitles: English, Spanish, French
Region: Region Free
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Number of Discs: 2
Rating: Not Rated
Orig Release Date: 1969
Studio: Blue Underground
Release Date: 9/26/2023
Run Time: 94 Min.
Special Features: 4K BLU-RAY DISC
  • Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critics Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson. The two commentators analyze the stylistic identity and narrative of The Girl From Rio, Jess Franco's direction, trends in genre cinema at the time the film was completed, cast choices and the careers and legacies of various stars, etc.
BLU-RAY DISC
  • Commentary - this exclusive new audio commentary was recorded by critics Troy Howarth and Nathaniel Thompson. The two commentators analyze the stylistic identity and narrative of The Girl From Rio, Jess Franco's direction, trends in genre cinema at the time the film was completed, cast choices and the careers and legacies of various stars, etc.
  • Rocking in Rio - in this new program, critic and author Stephen Thrower discusses the conception of The Girl From Rio, some of its unique qualities, Jess Franco's career and its evolution over the years. In English, not subtitled. (41 min).
  • Rolling in Rio - in this archival featurette, actress Shirley Eaton recalls how she was approached to play the evil Sumitra, the atmosphere of the film, and the notorious lesbian scene (which was apparently shot with a double); Jess Franco discusses Shirley Eaton's personality, George Sanders' performance and his tragic death, and Alfred Hitchcock's attitude towards the French New Wave; and producer Harry Alan Towers discusses the shooting of The Girl From Rio, as well as the initial work that was done on 99 Women. In English and French, with imposed English subtitles where necessary. (15 min).
  • Poster and Still Gallery - a collection of original promotional materials from around the world and behind the scenes stills. Also included in the gallery are original reprinted synopsis and production credits from an archival press book and reprinted VHS and DVD covers. The gallery was compiled by Gregory Chick.
  • Additional Scenes and Trims -
    • 1. Presented here is additional footage from the German version of The Girl From Rio which is titled The Seven Secrets of Sumuru. In German, with English subtitles. (10 min).
    • 2. While preparing the new 4K restoration of The Girl From Rio, the folks from Blue Underground uncovered a reel of trims. They are presented here without audio. (7 min).
  • RiffTrax Edition - The Girl From Rio is presented here riffed by Mike Nelson, Bill Cobett, and Kevin Murphy. In English, not subtitled. (78 min).
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