In 1987, Jōji 'George' Iida makes his directorial debut with Cyclops. 88 Films has restored this cult horror film on Blu-ray. Now fans of 80s horror can watch Cyclops in the best quality possible anytime they want.
Synopsis: A secret team of scientists has crossed the line between medicine and madness, implanting embryos into human hosts in a series of hideous experiments designed to create a new form of life. But when their latest subject takes her own life before giving birth, the operation spirals into desperation. Accompanied by a malformed cyclops mutant as muscle, the researchers descend into the city in search of a new victim--dragging an unsuspecting young woman into a nightmare of medical horror that degenerates into a frenzy of deformed flesh, slimy transformations and mutant showdowns.
What makes Cyclops so realistic is the practical effects. These are so well done that it is terrifying. The gore features almost make you sick; they are so realistic. This is such a unique premise. With a run time of under an hour this would make a great viewing experience for a Halloween party.
Visual Vengeance has transferred Cyclops to Blu-ray in 1080p and is presented in 1.33:1 aspect ratio. The audio track is a Japanese language track with English subtitles. Now, this is not just any transfer it is from a new 2K transfer from original 16mm film elements. What results is the best picture quality you will probably ever find of this film.
Now, as you probably know by now, Visual Vengeance doesn't just throw a movie on a disc, and that's it. Oh No! Visual Vengeance loads some really cool bonus features on the discs. Take a look at what is included on this release.
* Commentary with Justin Decloux of The Important Cinema Club and Patrick Macias, author of Tokyoscope: the Japanese Cult Film Companion
* No Compliance: New Interview with director Joji “George” Iida
* Not In The Way Your Expect: The Films of Joji “George” Iida - Video Essay
* All the Monsters Are Here: The Japanese DTV Market of the Mid-80s - Video Essay
* Image gallery
* Koji Yamamura Sketch Gallery
* Visual Vengeance trailers
* Folded mini-poster featuring original pressbook art
* Reversible sleeve featuring original Japanese VHS art
* ‘Stick Your Own’ VHS stickers (FIRST PRESSING ONLY)
* The Creation of Cyclops – 16-page liner notes booklet (FIRST PRESSING ONLY)
* A (Short) Horror Trip – 8-page liner notes booklet (FIRST PRESSING ONLY)
* Limited Edition slipcase art by The Dude (FIRST PRESSING ONLY)
Visual Vengeance never ceases to amaze when it comes to their home video releases. They spare no expense and make the best release possible. Even when the film fails a bit, the Blu-ray release with all the bonus features does not!!
If you love splatter features like those of David Cronenberg films. Cyclops has all those elements. I cannot say whether Jōji 'George' Iida was inspired by Cronenberg, but certain scenes in this film are reminiscent of The Fly. I wouldn't be surprised.
So if you love the Visual Vengeance Blu-rays, you need the latest one in your collection. For the first time ever, this film is on Blu-ray and you need it for Halloween season. So head over to MVD Shop or Amazon and order your copy today.
Out of 4 film reels (4 being the best) the Blu-ray of Cyclops receives......
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