MADE IN HONG KONG - BLU-VOLUME #1

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• Release Year: 1997
• Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
• Plot: Many countries have their own signature style when it comes to making genre films...and Hong Kong is no exception. 'Category Ill' or 'Cat; Il' films, (a ratings classification denoting a film's more extreme content) are unique films that push the boundaries of what is considered; *acceptable content.' Beyond just the more extreme content, what sets these genre films apart from others is that they are made with the; support of major studios, star popular actors, and are more accepted by the mainstream public. Contained in this set are three great examples; of the types of genre films Hong Kong has become known for. While not technically all 'Cat Ill,' they are excellent representations of the lines; that Hong Kong genre films are willing to cross.; ; THE DEMON'S BABY (1998 / 86 min / 1.85:1): Legend has it, many years ago five evil spirits were trapped inside ornate jars and sealed in the; mountains to protect humanity from destruction. However, when a power hungry ruler searching for treasure raids the secret chamber that; houses these jars, he brings them home to his five wives along with the other riches he uncovers. Unaware of the power contained in these; jars, things take an unexpected turn when the jars are accidentally opened and the ruler's five wives all become impregnated with evil fetuses; hungry for human flesh. It is up to the palace's cook, his secret girlfriend, and a local Taoist priest to stop these man-eating babies before; they escape and destroy the world.; Featuring an almost non-stop climax full of blood and mayhem, THE DEMON'S BABY is a high energy horror film with a style and humor similar; to Sam Raimi's best work. This Hong Kong splatter-fest is a must see for genre fans who think they have seen it all.; ; EROTIC NIGHTMARE (1999 / 86 min / 1.85:1): Sexually frustrated due to his wife's medical condition, Yep finds himself preoccupied with; dreaming about erotic encounters with beautiful women. Thanks to a chance encounter, Yep meets a modern-day sorcerer who promises to; give him erotic dreams beyond his wildest imagination. Yep can't help but take up the man's intriguing proposition and at first is very; 'satisfied' with the arrangement. However, Yep soon discovers that these dreams come with a price and he must find a way to free himself; of the sorcerer's spell before it's too late.; Appropriately titled, EROTIC NIGHTMARE is a Hong Kong shocker that is both equal parts sexploitation film as it is a horrific morality tale.; Featuring an excellent performance by Hong Kong legend Anthony Wong (Ebola Syndrome), EROTIC NIGHTMARE is sure to arouse the interests; of any genre fan.; ; THE DEADLY CAMP (1999 / 34 min / 1.86:1): A group of friends take a boat to a remote island to campout and party for a few days. After arriving; on the island, they soon discover that the people they were there to meet, seem to have gone missing. What's even more concerning is that; the group of friends stumble across another group of campers who are also on the island to look for their missing friends, too. After learning; that the island is riddled with deadly traps, things take an even more extreme turn for the campers, when they find themselves being stalked; and killed by a bandaged maniac wielding a chainsaw.; Unfairly labeled by many as 'the Hong Kong Friday the 13th,' THE DEADLY CAMP is a true to life slasher film made with a Hong Kong flare.; While borrowing heavily from many popular American horror films, THE DEADLY CAMP still manages to stand on its own, thanks in part to a; cast of young Hong Kong actors that ultimately leads to a hefty bodycount and surprise ending.
• Cast: Sam Lee, Neiky Hui-Chi Yim, Wenders Li
• Director: Fruit Chan
• Runtime: 4:16
• Media Format: Movie