| | | Based on a Story by Edgar Allan Poe.
Features: DVD
The Black Cat is a fantastical tale based on the life of one of the most prolific literary icons in history. Directed by the legendary Stuart Gordon, this film is a gut-wrenching, soon-to-be horror classic. A stunning mix of eloquent beauty, cringe-inducing horror, pristine cinematography and dynamic performances makes this macabre masterpiece one of the most anticipated releases in the Masters of Horror library.
"Evocative and compelling...These may be Masters' most upsetting moments since Imprint!" Fangoria
"...looks and works tremendously well...definitely one of the better episodes..." Marcus Ingelmo, Evil Dread
Editor's Note
The Showtime series turns to the original master of horror for inspiration in this chilling tale. Jeffrey Combs (RE-ANIMATOR) stars as Edgar Allan Poe, a writer tortured by debt, drink, and his dying wife. But what is most haunting to the writer is his bride's creepy cat, an animal that's seemingly possessed by evil. Thanks to the cat's behavior, Poe's own actions become increasingly deranged while he is inspired to write one of his greatest stories. THE BLACK CAT continues the terrifying tradition of MASTERS OF HORROR with its inspired pairing of RE-ANIMATOR director Stuart Gordon and Combs, the film's star.
| Features | Audio Commentary Featuring Director Stuart Gordon & Actor Jeffrey Combs | | Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound, Dolby Digital Stereo | | DVD-ROM Feature: Screenplay | | Featurette: Bringing Down The Axe - A Look Behind The Special Effects Of The Black Cat & The Tell-Tale Cat - Making Of The Black Cat | | Interactive Menus | | Photo Gallery | | Scene Selection |
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Release Information
| | Studio: TCFHE/ANCHOR BAY/STARZ |
| Release Date: 7/17/2007 |
| Running Time: 60 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 2007 | | Catalog ID: 9906 | | UPC: 00013138990686 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Anamorphic Widescreen 1.78:1 |
| Cast & Crew | Elyse Levesque | | Eric Keenleyside | | Jeffrey Combs | | Patrick Gallagher | | David Pelletier - Cinematographer | | Dennis Paoli - Screenplay | | Don Macaulay - Production Designer | | Edgar Allan Poe - Based On Story By | | Ken Abraham - Editor | | Ken Abraham - Producer | | Margot Ready - Art Director | | Marshall Harvey - Editor | | Mick Garris - Executive Producer | | Rich Ragsdale - Original Music By | | Stuart Gordon - Director | | Stuart Gordon - Screenplay |
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| | Professional Reviews | Dread Central 10 of 10
Gordon and Paoli chose, wisely I think, not to do a direct adaptation of the short story. We all know how adaptations usually turn out. Here, they took the story and decided instead to integrate it into the life of the great writer, turning the straight up tale of fright into an exploration of the man, and his inspirations. Poe is played expertly by Jeffrey Combs, who not only looks eerily like the character but manages to make him so relatable that despite the dress and surroundings of his times, he could be someone you know. The depth of the character and all his facets -- drunk, loving husband, frustrated writer and madman -- is endearing and refreshing...With deft writing, a great look, and well thought out sound design he loaded the bases and the talented actors helped him knock this one straight out of the park. I dare say this is my favorite episode of either season so far. This week's installment was a grisly but gorgeous gothic tale of terror. This is one you're definitely going to want to see.
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