School in the Crosshairs Blu-ray Review – Toei’s 1981 Sci-Fi Fantasy Gets HD Upgrade

When most think of Japanese cinema we think kung-fu movies or the horror films. This is because these genres of Asian cinema really are awesome! But in 1981 director Nobuhiko Obayashi brought the world a sci-fi/fantasy film entitled School in the Crosshairs.

Cult Epics have been releasing some simply amazing Blu-ray releases such as His Motorbike, Her Island, Wan Pipel and Dakota. So, the next Cult Epics deluxe Blu-ray is the above-mentioned School in the Crosshairs.

Synopsis: Ordinary schoolgirl Yuka's (Yakushimaru) new term comes to an odd start when she inexplicably stops an accident by using latent psychic powers. Troubled by her newfound abilities, Yuka also senses a strange force start to take hold of the school, with students turning into mind-controlled fascists, patrolling school halls, stifling dissent and mandating the re-education of freethinkers.

School in the Crosshairs is a light-hearted film with a live-action anime feel to it. The stellar dreamlike photography of DP Yoshitaka Sakamoto brings this film into a whole new level of must see!

School in the Crosshairs has been transferred to Blu-ray in 1080p and is presented in 1.85:1 aspect ratio. The audio track is a Japanese DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. There are also new improved English subtitles.

Now this is not just any Blu-ray transfer. This transfer comes from a 2K Restoration. The picture is crisp and clean, and the colors are vibrant. The audio is clear. This is yet another great restoration from Cult Epics. But with this Blu-ray there is also cool bonus features. Take a look at what is included. 

Bonus Materials
* Audio Commentary by film critic Max Robinson
* Sailor Suits and Sound - Visual essay by Phillip Jeffries
* Obayashi Film Poster Gallery
* Theatrical Trailers
* New Slipcase art design by Sam Smith
* Reversible sleeve with original Japanese poster art
* First Pressing includes repro 24-page Japanese booklet (pamphlet)

As you can see Cult Epics impresses once again with their deluxe edition of this fun little Asian film. From the on-disc bonus to all the great artwork. Cult Epics never disappoints with the quality of their products.

If you enjoy sci-fi fantasy films or are a fan of the deluxe Blu-rays from Cult Epics head over to MVD Shop or Amazon and order your copy of School in the Crosshairs today! 

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