Horror movie fans, get ready for a treat! On March 14th, Synapse Films will release Phenomena in stunning 4K UHD. The new release features all three versions of the movie – the original Italian version, the International cut, and the U.S. “Creepers” cut, which are all newly restored in 4K with Dolby Vision. The film’s soundtrack is just as impressive, featuring music from Goblin, Motörhead, Iron Maiden, Andi Sex Gang, Bill Wyman, and Simon Boswell.

Phenomena tells the story of Jennifer Corvino, played by Oscar winner Jennifer Connelly, a sleepwalking teen with telekinetic powers who is sent to a Swiss boarding school by her famous actor father. Jennifer soon finds herself embroiled in a series of gruesome murders and sets out to unravel the mystery with the help of an entomologist, Dr. McGregor, played by Donald Pleasence, and his chimpanzee Inga.

Phenomena (1985) International Theatrical Trailer
The two-disc set also includes multiple audio and language options (with subtitles) in Lossless DTS-HD Master Audio. Special features include two commentary tracks, one by film historian Troy Howarth on the Italian version, and the other by Argento scholar Derek Botelho and film historian David Del Valle on the International version. “Of Flies and Maggots,” a feature-length documentary about the making of the film, is also included, as well as a visual essay by Michael Mackenzie comparing the different cuts of Phenomena, and the Jennifer music video directed by Argento. The set also includes theatrical trailers, radio spots, and slipcover artwork from Nick Charge, along with a reversible cover featuring the original Italian Phenomena art.

Dario Argento’s Phenomena is widely regarded as one of his best works, featuring his signature hypnotic and nightmarish style. Fans of horror and suspense films won’t want to miss this chance to see the film in 4K UHD and to explore its various versions and special features.

 

 

 

 

 

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