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Asphyx [Blu-ray] [1973] [US Import]

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  • Language: English
  • Region: Region A/1 (Read more about DVD/Blu-ray formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
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4.0 out of 5 starsRestored and uncut
By Fallen TOP 1000 REVIEWER on 23 Feb. 2010
Format: DVD
The Asphyx at last beautifully restored and available on two discs in a 2:35:1 ratio as the director had intended it to be seen. Included here is the original shortened UK version and the US longer (12 mins or so) version released in region 2 for the first time, at least that I'm aware of.
It's a tale of one of those well meaning but power-mad meddling with nature Victorian scientists who having discovered via the medium of photography what he initially believes to be the captured images of the souls of the near dead/recently expired soon realises that what he has discovered is the Asphyx, a tormented spirit that possesses the bodies of the soon to be deceased as its escape route from its own suffering. The scientist soon discovers that if he can capture and contain the asphyx before it can possess the body then that person, as long as the asphyx is prevented from entering them, would not die; the secret of immortality no less!
The Asphyx is a really quirky original british horror but it is very dialogue heavy. There is a lot of character building, back story, ethical debating, exposition etc which slow the pace somewhat and is probably best not watched unless you are fully mentally alert enough to appreciate the quite bizarre narrative, questionable behaviour and decisions and occasional illogicality of what it is laying forth.
A tale of perdition, guinea pigs both literal and metaphorical, immortality and obsession The Asphyx is well acted, has an interesting premise and manages to gloss over all the bits that don't really add up.
There are no real special effects to talk of bar the Asphyx itself which is a kind of glowing incandescent mish mash with a face of sorts, though what it lacks in visual effect it makes up for with sound by way of a nice screechy eerie noise.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsGetting into the spirit of things
By Mr. Jonathon T. Beckett on 30 Dec. 2009
Format: DVD Verified Purchase
Before summarising the plot and reviewing the film I must just state that this is a review for the 'Hen's Tooth' release not the Anchor Bay release. So the following things are incorrect in other reviews(they are actually reviews for the 'Anchor Bay' release!). The Hen's Tooth release is a widescreen presentation as stated and is in the correct aspect ratio, so no hideously cropped pan and scan as to be found in previous releases. Secondly, and most importantly, this release is uncut. Yes, 100% uncut, not one little snip has been made. Oh, it also happens to be all regions, not Region 1 as stated. So the Amazon product information is wrong as well. So please ignore negative reviews for release from other companies, and any incorrect info under the cover image.
Anyway, onto the film. It starts in 'contempary' Britain(well for when the film was made anyway) and a poLice car rushes to the scene of a car accident. A policeman rushes over and drags a body from between the wreckage of two cars. He then discovers that the victim is still alive.
The viewer is then taken back to Victorian Britain, and to the country mansion of wealthy squire Sir Hugo Cunningham(Robert Stephens), who is taking his bride to be Anna to meet his family for the first time. The family Cunningham comprises of son Clive, adopted son Giles and daughter Christina. The film paints an idyllic picture of family life as everyone gets on famously. Sir Hugo also is a scientist, conducting experiments into the last moments before death, through the medium of still photography and the moving image.
When Clive and Anna are on the lake boating, Sir Hugo decides to film the event. However disaster strikes, and Clive is knocked into the water by a tree branch, the boat capsises, and both lives are lost to the murky water.Read more ›
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3.0 out of 5 starsA Pretty Decent Horror Flick
By E. Barrios on 25 Aug. 2008
Format: DVD
Luckily, I bought the version put out by Umbrella in Australia. It's the uncut that lasts for 99 minutes. The video quality is okay but the print used shows some wear every now and then. Let's face it: if you want a really good print of this movie, then a bit of restoration is in order, inasmuch as the film needs color correction, general scratch removal, and lighting adjustments. However, Umbrella did an adequate job with what they had.

Aside from those technicalities, the plot is original and the acting is pretty good, with Robert Powell giving a convincing performance.

Worth owning if you're a true horror fan. If not, see it out of curiosity's sake.
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3.0 out of 5 starsODEON - WHY THIS ONE?
By A. W. Wilson TOP 500 REVIEWER on 8 Oct. 2012
Format: DVD Verified Purchase
I have had cause to criticise Odeon in the past for some less than mint quality releases (See "The Big Sky"), but, boy have they shown us just what can be done with some care and research. This Odeon double DVD release (2010) is a great example. A truly beautiful Cinemasope transfer in great colour of the U/K original, plus the U.S. longer version including scenes from different sources. If you are intersted it's a fabulous opportunity to see both versions. Plus you bget a featurette, stills gallery and Trailers. It is just a shame, I personally feel, that so much trouble has been taken over a not really very good film. What holds it together for me are the performences of Roberts Stephens and Powell, who must have had a pretty hard job keeping their faces straight! It's basically the old oft done "seeking immortality" story with a bit of an "Asphyx" twist, but with a lot of talk. Jane Lapotaire has no real chance to shine, and this is almost a 2 hander. I think a lot of people will enjoy this in all it's pristine glory. Perhaps I just wasn't in the mood, tho I am glad I bought it. 5 stars for the 2 Dvd's and quality, and 3 for the film
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