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Tod Brownings Sideshow Shockers: Freaks / The Unknown / The Mystic (Criterion Collection)
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This cabinet of pre-Code curiosities reveals a master of the morbid whose ability to unsettle is matched only by his daring compassion for society’s most downtrodden.
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- The world is a carnival of criminality, corruption, and psychosexual strangeness in the twisted pre-Code shockers of Tod Browning. Early Hollywood’s edgiest auteur, Browning drew on his experiences as a circus performer to create subversive pulp entertainments set amid the world of traveling sideshows, which, with their air of the exotic and the disreputable, provided a pungent backdrop for his sordid tales of outcasts, cons, villains, and vagabonds. Bringing together two of his defining works (The Unknown and Freaks) and a long-unavailable rarity (The Mystic), this cabinet of pre-Code curiosities reveals a master of the morbid whose ability to unsettle is matched only by his daring compassion for society’s most downtrodden. The world is a carnival of criminality, corruption, and psychosexual strangeness in the twisted pre-Code shockers of Tod Browning. Early Hollywood’s edgiest auteur, Browning drew on his experiences as a circus performer to create subversive pulp entertainments set amid the world of traveling sideshows, which, with their air of the exotic and the disreputable, provided a pungent backdrop for his sordid tales of outcasts, cons, villains, and vagabonds. Bringing together two of his defining works (The Unknown and Freaks) and a long-unavailable rarity (The Mystic), this cabinet of pre-Code curiosities reveals a master of the morbid whose ability to unsettle is matched only by his daring compassion for society’s most downtrodden.TWO-DVD SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES:New 2K digital restoration of FreaksNew 2K digital reconstruction and restoration of The Unknown by the George Eastman Museum, with a new score by composer Philip CarliNew 2K digital restoration of The Mystic, with a new score by composer Dean HurleyAudio commentaries on Freaks and The Unknown and an introduction to The Mystic by film scholar David J. SkalNew interview with author Megan Abbott about director Tod Browning and pre-Code horrorArchival documentary on FreaksEpisode from 2019 of critic Kristen Lopez’s podcast Ticklish Business about disability representation in FreaksReading by Skal of “Spurs,” the short story by Tod Robbins on which Freaks is basedPrologue to Freaks, which was added to the film in 1947Program on the alternate endings to FreaksVideo gallery of portraits from FreaksEnglish subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearingPLUS: An essay by film critic Farran Smith NehmeYEAR: 1925–1932RATING: NRB&WRUN TIME: 204 MINUTESFreaks / The Unknown / The Mystic: Tod Browning’s Sideshow Shockers
| Movie genre | Horror |
| Mpaa rating | R |
| Director | Tod Browning |
| Actors | Aileen Pringle, Johnny Eck, Joan Crawford, Lon Chaney, Olga Baclanova, Wallace Ford |
| Movie & tv media format | DVD |
| Resolution | 480p |
| Duration | 204 min |
| Edition | Standard |
| Number of discs | 2 |
| Subtitled languages | ENG |
| Has subtitles | Y |
| Original languages | ENG |
| Movie subgenre | Horror |
| Dvd release date | October 17, 2023 |
| Brand | Criterion Collection |
| Studio & production company | The Criterion Collection |
| Is dubbed | N |
| Narrated | N |
| Item Weight | 0.5 lbs (230 grams) |
Who Should Buy?
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Classic Film Enthusiasts
Fans of classic cinema will appreciate Tod Browning's unique storytelling and style in these iconic films.
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Horror Aficionados
Individuals interested in horror and the macabre will find these films a fascinating exploration of the genre's roots.
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Cultural Historians
Researchers and enthusiasts of cultural history can gain insights into societal views of physicality and abnormality in early cinema.
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Mainstream Moviegoers
People seeking typical Hollywood blockbusters may not enjoy the slow pacing and unconventional narratives of these films.
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Opportunistic Viewers
Viewers looking for quick, entertaining films may not appreciate the depth and historical significance of Browning's work.
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Casual Audiences
Individuals without an interest in classic horror or historical cinema may find these films unengaging or challenging.
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What films are included in this collection?
Answer: The collection includes 'Freaks', 'The Unknown', and 'The Mystic'. -
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Answer: Yes, it includes new 2K digital restorations and audio commentaries. -
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Is there additional reading material included?
Answer: Yes, the collection features an essay by film critic Farran Smith Nehme.
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Pros
- Exceptional film collection
- High-quality remastering
- Insightful bonus features
- Cult classic status
- Engaging storytelling
Cons
- Some may find the themes unsettling.
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Features & Benefits
- Experience the pervasive world of Tod Browning's eerie storytelling.
- Includes two defining works: 'Freaks' and 'The Unknown'.
- Features a rare, long-unavailable film: 'The Mystic'.
- Enjoy new 2K digital restorations and rich soundscapes.
- Insightful audio commentaries and exclusive interviews included.
- Perfect for fans of early Hollywood's daring and unconventional cinema.