Cathy's
Curse
(1977/Severin Blu-ray)
Picture:
B+ Sound: B Extras: B+ Film: C+
Director
Eddy Matalon's 1977 supernatural possession film Cathy's
Curse
lands on Blu-ray in grand fashion thanks to Severin Films, with a
startling 2K high definition restoration that is above and beyond
expectations when compared to previous releases. If you like films
like Carrie,
The
Omen,
and The
Exorcist,
then you owe Cathy's
Curse
a watch!
While
not the best horror film ever made, there's plenty to like about
Cathy's
Curse
that makes it a quite charming and entertaining B-Horror film such as
decent special effects makeup and some startling moments. What
Severin does best is take rare, forgotten horror titles, bring them
up to standards with startling restorations complete with fantastic
extras and Cathy's
Curse
is no different!
The
film stars Randi Allen, Alan Scarfe, Beverly Murray, and Mary Morter.
Cathy
(Allen) is an eight year old girl that is spending some time with her
Family in a nice house in the countryside. This luxurious estate was
once home to Cathy's Father - who died in a terrible car accident
with her eight year old aunt many years ago. After Cathy goes poking
around in the creepy attic, she discovers a bizarre picture of her
dead aunt and ultimately becomes possessed. Soon, everyone within
arms reach is in danger as the possessed Cathy begins her reign of
terror!
Presented
on Blu-ray disc in 1080p high definition with a widescreen aspect
ratio of 1.85:1 and a lossless, English DTS-HD MA (Master Audio) 2.0
Mono track, both cuts of the film look better than ever before. The
colors are nicely saturated throughout and even the newly found film
elements look up to standards. This is very nice restoration work
that needs to be seen to be believed.
Special
Features...
Director's
Cut of the film
Alternate
U.S. Cut of the film
Tricks
And Treats - An Interview with Director Eddy Matalon
Cathy
& Mum - Interview with Actress Randi Allen and Costume
Designer Joyce Allen
Feature
Length Audio Commentary on U.S. Cut by BirthMoviesDeath critic Brian
Collins and Filmmaker Simon Barrett
Introduction
to Cinematic Void Screening At American Cinematheque by
BirthMoviesDeath Critic Brian Collins
Restored
Theatrical Trailer
This
is a disc that is definitely worth a spin!
-
James Lockhart
https://www.facebook.com/jamesharlandlockhartv/
