Press Release Scream Factory Press Release: The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982) (4K UHD) (1 Viewer)

[Ronald Epstein]

Your warrior cries have been answered! The cult-classic THE SWORD AND THE SORCERER comes to 4K UHD/Blu-ray for the first time in North America on March 15th!
Meet Talon, a daring mercenary who conquers castles and dungeons alike with his lethal three-bladed sword. But when Talon learns that he is the prince of a kingdom controlled by an evil sorcerer, he is thrust into the wildest fight of his life. Can Talon rescue the beautiful princess and slay the warlock, or will he fall prey to the blakc magic of medieval mayhem? Lee Horsley (The Hateful Eight), Kathleen Beller (Dynasty), Simon MacCorkindale (Jaws 3D) and Richard Moll (House) star in this action-packed saga, filled with brutal battles, plucky maidens, savage monsters and more!

*Extras to be announced at a later date*

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[Alan Tully]

Of all the sword & sorcery films, I think this one is the most fun & closest to the spirit of the genre. Since I read the news, I've had David Whitaker's catchy score going around in my head (I have the score on CD, I'll have to dig it out) I had the Anchor Bay DVD, which was sort of VHS quality, so I hope this film gets a region B release.

 

[B-ROLL]

Of all the sword & sorcery films, I think this one is the most fun & closest to the spirit of the genre. Since I read the news, I've had David Whitaker's catchy score going around in my head (I have the score on CD, I'll have to dig it out) I had the Anchor Bay DVD, which was sort of VHS quality, so I hope this film gets a region B release.

If you're only concerned about the movie - the 4K would be ALL Region .

 

[Walter Kittel]

I haven't seen this film in ages. I recall enjoying the theatrical viewing, but less so on DVD due (as I recall) to a pretty bad video presentation. This might be worth seeing again if the video is cleaned up and recreates the theatrical exhibition. There are a number of dark scenes in the film and they really looked muddy on the DVD (once again as I recall.)

Whomever wrote that press release should have mentioned Richard Lynch who specialized in playing the scummiest of villains, and his Cromwell in this film was one of the more memorable characters in the feature.

- Walter.

 

[Keith Cobby]

This is definitely one to wait for the 4k reviews.

 

[Alan Tully]

If you're only concerned about the movie - the 4K would be ALL Region .

Yeah, but a wee bit expensive with the price of the 4K plus p&p to the UK plus tax. I'll wait & hope for a European release, probably not the UK, but a real possibility for Germany or France. And no matter how it looks, it has to look better than the DVD.

 

[Walter Kittel]

Thinking about the film a bit more. A trip down memory lane...



- Walter.

 

[Ronald Epstein]

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[Ronald Epstein]

PRESENTS THE SWORD AND THE SORCERER (COLLECTOR'S EDITION) TO BE RELEASED ON UHD™ AND BLU-RAY™ FOR THE FIRST TIME 4KUHDTM + BLU-RAYTM COMBO PACK LOADED WITH NEW EXTRAS COMING MARCH 15, 2022​

On March 15 the cult-favorite The Sword and the Sorcerer will be released on UHD™ and Blu-ray™ for the first time when Scream Factory releases the 4K UHDTM+ Blu-rayTM combo pack The Sword and the Sorcerer (Collector’s Edition), which is loaded with exciting new extras. Customers ordering from ShoutFactory.com will receive an exclusive 18x24 rolled poster featuring the original theatrical artwork, while supplies last. Meet Talon, a daring mercenary who conquers castles and dungeons alike with his lethal three-bladed sword. But when Talon learns that he is the prince of a kingdom controlled by an evil sorcerer, he is thrust into the wildest fight of his life. Can Talon rescue the beautiful princess and slay the warlock, or will he fall prey to the black magic of medieval mayhem? Lee Horsley (Matt Houston, The Hateful Eight), Kathleen Beller (Dynasty), Simon MacCorkindale (Jaws 3-D) and Richard Moll (House) star in this action-packed adventure saga, filled with brutal battles, plucky maidens, savage monsters and more! DISC 1 – 4K ULTRA HD: 2160p 4K HDR Widescreen (1.85:1)/Dolby Vision/DTS-HD Master Audio Stereo DISC 2 – BLU RAY: 1080p High-Definition Widescreen (1.85:1)/DTS-HD Master Audio Stereo English SDH Subtitles/1982/Approximate Feature Running Time: +/- 99 Minutes ​ Special Features: DISC 1 (UHD): NEW 4K scan from the original negative NEW Audio Commentary with director Albert Pyun DISC 2 (Blu-Ray): NEW 4K scan from the original negative NEW Audio Commentary with director Albert Pyun NEW Tales of the Ancient Empire – an interview with director Albert Pyun NEW A Princess’ Tale – an interview with actress Kathleen Beller NEW Mightier Than the Sword – an interview with co-writer/co-producer John Stuckmeyer NEW Master of the Blade - an interview with editor Marshall Harvey NEW The Specialist and the Effects - an interview with special makeup effects artist Allan Apone NEW Brothers in Arms – an interview with special effects artists the Chiodo Brothers – Charles, Edward and Stephen NEW Dedicated to Jack Tyree, Stuntman – the cast and crew remember stuntman Jack Tyree Trailers from Hell – editor Marshall Harvey on THE SWORD AND THE SORCERER Theatrical Trailers TV Spot Still Gallery

 

[Stephen_J_H]

Four words that strike fear into the heart of every cinema fan: directed by Albert Pyun. Some things are better left as memories.

 

[Alan Tully]

Four words that strike fear into the heart of every cinema fan: directed by Albert Pyun. Some things are better left as memories.

Ha, another opinion. I think this film is a lot of fun, very enjoyable. I saw the Schwarzenegger Conan the other week: what a borefest (the 2011 remake is so much more fun). I have the Anchor Bay S & S DVD, which is pretty much unwatchable on todays big TV screens, I hope this new transfer gets a European B release.