As usual a both interesting, informative video from you. I had no idea about this line or these titles, and I'm now even more excited to delve into the best of the Giallo (as well as some of the other suggestions in this video. A big thank you as always from me. You're really funneling into my love for the physical media, and it's much much appreciated..
I think most of the 88 Films titles are worth buying even if you haven't seen the film before. There are some great giallos here as well, and some standard ones. I would dare say that if you had a collection of giallo films that consisted of some titles from Arrow, some from 88 Films, some from Shameless or other places, then you would potentially have a stellar giallo collection right there.
Really great video! I've been recently getting into 88 Films releases and only have 4 or 5 at the moment, but I watched this to help make a list of all the 88 Films blu rays I'm interested in and should get soon
Hello and thank you so much for commenting on this video! I made it a while back, and it is in need of updating, but all the same thank you so much for this. It is such an interesting label. I hope you are well and cheers.
Another great video. I have around 15 to 20 of these and your video has inspired me to get a few more. Along with Arrow and Shameless, 88 Films are a great company that do these films justice on blu ray. Looking forward to watching the ones I haven’t seen. Keep the videos coming mate 👍
Daisuke Beppu most of the 88 Films catalogue I am experiencing for the 1st time and enjoying the journey as I do. The Long Hair of Death from the Italian Collection and Just Before Dawn from the Slashers Collection are 2 that I have liked recently.
Very interesting video! A lot of films i wanna see after seeing them in your collection. Writting down the more interesting ones. Greetings from Sweden!
Wow, Daisuke. I had no idea you were into horror or Italian films! The collection looks great! I can’t say I’ve really given myself the chance to enjoy films like these so maybe I should give it a try sometime. Heard a lot about both Giallo and Fulci. Great video, as always!
Some great recommendations, Daisuke! I'm a fan of giallo and sleaze, and there were a number of titles here that I hadn't heard of before. So glad you turned me onto Short Nite of Glass Dolls and Emanuelle and the Last Cannibals - thoroughly enjoyed both.
Just paused the video to prematurely comment about how happy I am to see another fan in LIVE LIKE A COP, DIE LIKE A MAN. Where to even start. It might be the most ridiculous film ever made in how completely devoid of morality & logic it is, but that's what makes it so damn great, haha. There is not one second that passes where your attention isn't held by something happening. That motorcycle chase at the very beginning is honestly an achievement that I am devastated doesn't get more attention (I put it right up there with the chases in THE FRENCH CONNECTION & THE GENERAL)
I too am so thrilled about your liking of LIVE LIKE A COP, DIE LIKE A MAN! You are so right when you suggest that it is just a form of pure entertainment. I love that sentence by you: "There is not one second that passes where your attention isn't held by something happening." YES! This is so right!!!! You are so right!!!!
I have a bit but not so much lately. I had thought about doing another video, but there are a number of other projects I am trying to do. I wish I had more time!
I really enjoyed this episode Daisuke, and some of your others. I just subscribed. I hope you get around to talking about those foreign slasher films if you haven't already. Be well.
Thank you so much my friend! And yes, one day I want to talk about the slasher film collection from 88 Films. It is such an interesting set of films. Anyway, I hope you are well!
Haven’t heard of any of these but I’ll try and check out some of those action ones. As I’ve shown you Daisuke, I only own 4 88Films Blu Rays at the moment and I intend to get more, nicely presented as ever 👍
Yes, please make another video about the side movies from 88 Films including the slasher and martial art movies. This was a great video. There are a lot of good Italian titles in this series. I have some of these movies but from other Blu-ray companies. A Blade in the dark is a classic. I'm not so much a fan of the cannibal movies mainly because of the "animal abuse" scenes. However, most of the other movies in this collection are most likely good or great depending on who you ask. Aenigma is a descent Fulci movie but not one of his best. It has a few laughable scenes in it such as the snails that kill the woman in bed. I think that movie is more for the die hard Fulci fans than the general public. Anyways, again great video. Cheers. Matt
Thank you, Matt. Yes, there is that scene in Aenigma, which is a pretty remarkable scene for many reasons. And I get your comment about the animal cruelty in CANNIBAL HOLOCAUST. Yes, I will see about trying to make another video on the other 88 Films releases, though it is hard to find the time because I have other videos that are planned... we shall see!!
Dear Daisuke, First of all, how are you? Fun video. I've recently watched a couple of them ( Short Night of Glass Dolls / The Perfume of the Lady in Black). They were solid and both had brutal ending, don't you think? Best Wishes Manos
Hello my friend, and oh yes, those films you mentioned are really surprising and have a great mystery and shocking vibe about them, which is so great about the genre overall.
Wow, thank you so much for this! Yes, I am a big fan of Italian horror and giallo and the like, and so one day I would love to talk about these more in detail. Cheers and I hope you are well.
I'm so glad you say that having a high-brow taste in film and low-brow taste in film can co-exist; they are not mutually exclusive! Sometimes when I'm talking about significant films and throw in something that can be seen as lesser, I think people are going to come at me with comments about that thing not being good. But I enjoy it and can see it as good to an extent. It's not a masterpiece, not everything has to be brilliant and metaphorical and existential and all these adjectives that are used when discussing deeper, significant films. That's not necessarily in a video, it could be something I'm saying in a comment or a post on social media. And I'm not even limiting it to films. I love reading, and as much as classics and adult fiction and nonfiction are a part of my reading life, I love teen/YA fantasy that can be seen as cheesy and not written well, and that can be totally looked down on by over-prejudiced people. Which, to me is fine, those people can express their opinion, AS LONG AS they are being respectful about it. I've also noticed, specifically with books geared towards a teen/young adult audience, the people judging those books based on purely its audience says more about that judgment than the meaning that can and does exist in those books. It may be seen as a stretch or as reaching, but especially with discussion, so much can be said about and found in those books once you get past the surface level of the characters and plot. I also think it does a bit of a disservice to authors who are trying to write something that can be something important for their audience, even if it's just an escape. I feel like I'm going on a bit of a rant, here, and I know I can get wordy, but as a lover of a variety of books and films, it's something I've encountered a lot, whether I've actually been a part of conversations or just observed them. Oh, one more point: I definitely think something can be enjoyed and liked even if there are problems within it or with it, as long as the problems are recognized and understood. You can be a fan and be critical at the same time. ANYWAY, I think my brother would really be interested in some of these films. He's a big fan of Italian horror. I am as well, but he has a substantial collection so far with some Arrow and other UK/Region B releases. Thanks for sharing!
Dear Bailee, thank you so much for all of your great comments lately. It has been a real pleasure to read your comments and watch your videos on your channel. Yes, I am firmly of the belief that interests may be varied, and therefore the same is true for one's tastes in cinema. That is not to say that I think that all people must feel the same way of course, but for me these interests in various types of films can mutually co-exist in my mind. But again, to each his or her own, and if another person feels differently about his or her own film watching, then that is also perfectly fine with me as well. I sense here though that you and I have the same view regarding how we each view our own film watching experiences, and so your comment is very encouraging for me to read. Yes, if you or your brother have any recommendations regarding any Italian horror films, please let me know! Best regards.
You're welcome! And thank you for replying! I think it's easier for me sometimes to write comments because I am more able to articulate and thoroughly think about what it is I'm exactly trying to say. As well as, when I'm prompted with something, when there's something I'm responding to, I feel like I sometimes have more to say. You've probably seen, or are at least aware of, the Italian horror films that are our favorites. I'm a fan of Mario Bava. Black Sunday being a favorite, as well as The Girl Who Knew Too Much (aka The Evil Eye). Barbara Steele in Black Sunday is so memorable to me! My brother likes Dario Argento more. He would prefer Argento to Bava, though we each like both. And I also remember us both particularly liking The Beyond from Lucio Fulci.
What a fantastic combination! You cover the Mario Bava ground (with some excellent choices by the way, and I am such a huge fan of BLACK SUNDAY and THE GIRL WHO KNEW TOO MUCH), and your brother covers the Argento ground. And you both like THE BEYOND! What a remarkable combination. I continue to be very impressed. I wonder what your brother's favorite Argento films may be.
Hello dear friend. A great video as always. I love your videos. And I must admit I'm a drop in your ocean. I'm fond of Italian cinema but not a fan of horror movies because several of those I've watched are very cliched, with bad acting and dialogues but I agree that lowbrow films and highbrow films are not mutually exclusive. I just like the film to be worthy of my time. I like the kind of horror in Suspiria and Requiem for a Dream, for example. I don't know any of the films in your collection. I expected to see Suspiria or A Cannibal Holocaust. I have lots of films that I want to watch but since I'm doing my PhD in English literature, I have little time. Still, I keep watching regularly as my time permits. It is always a source of pleasure. Warm regards.
Thank you so much for your comment! Yes, I wholly understand that this genre of cinema is not for everyone, and that is OK. By the way, you are studying for your PhD in English literature! That is wonderful! If I may ask, what is your field of expertise in English literature?
@@DaisukeBeppu My field is English Renaissance poetry (c. 1500 to 1660). My expertise is still limited cos I started a few months ago. I'm more familiar with 19th-century and 20th-century classic novels. Incidentally, I've read a bit of Japanese literature such as Mishima, Murakami and The Penguin Book of Japanese Short Stories.
i am trying to understand why you like horror films....but i am understanding it through my way of looking at them, let me explain why i watch them: "you see i am a hardcore art film lover...so i guess horror films teach us that the real world is less scary/brutal than the horror world, so we should be happy that our lives are less haunting." so, Daisuke can you tell me exactly why do you like horror films? what is that element present in them that attracts you the most? I just finished watching The Vanishing (1988)... and it really haunted me(you know why if you have seen it)... i like such horror elements.
Thank you very much, and I suppose I can say that (1) my like of the genre does not necessarily mean that I think that everyone must like the genre; and (2) yes, I think there is something to be said about how the "thrill" or "scare" aspect is like a substitute or a distraction from other things. I think that for me there is more I could say, but in general, that is maybe how I could describe it. However, at the same time, I never want to suggest that the genre is for everyone or should be for everyone, and I think also that cinema is vast enough that one can like many different genres at the same time.
@@DaisukeBeppu thanks for replying....i truly respect your choices in films. I always think we are special characters as there are characters in a film.
Strange how some were released in standard Blue cases when most were released in clear cases. I put All mine in Clear Cases due to them being Reversible Sleeves. Can see the Artwork better both sides then....
I've only started coming to 88 Films' releases this year but I've appreciated every single release I've watched so far. 'Alice Sweet Alice' is surprisingly dramatic and meaningful (and an interesting, Paterson, NJ perspective on independent cinema). '2019: After the Fall of New York' is somehow even more enjoyable than 'Escape from New York'. 'The Mighty Peking Man' is the most fun I've had with a film this year. Some of their releases can be light on supplements but that isn't really an issue when the films are so entertaining. I avoided 88 Films for a while because they seemed pretty 'low' and exploitation - but that isn't entirely the case. Definitely need to delve deeper into their Italian Collection, Shaw Brothers titles, and specific films like 'Street Trash' and 'Beyond the Darkness' - plus they're coming out with Wes Craven's 'Swamp Thing' soon too!
Hi Peter! Yes, there is definitely a grungy "grindhouse" quality to these films, but there are some great gems here. Really great. I am very happy in particular that you mentioned ALICE SWEET ALICE! This is a very memorable shocker for me, as it feels almost like a giallo film, with some very creepy scenes and surprisingly effective scares.
greetings from India to Daisuke. *spoilers* i like the giallo films, especially their dark, mysterious, lusty and bloody environment. One thing that i have observed is that they have exploited Priest Phobia very much..i mean a lot of 70s gialli killers were found to be a priest! like in "The Bloodstained Shadow, Don't torture a duckling, Who saw her die, The house with laughing windows". i just finished watching seven Deaths In Cat's Eyes (1973)...and due to this phobia i had configured very early that the priest was killer..hahaha.
Hello! Yes, a lot of them are Region B only and so they won't play on my Region A player. Some of them are indicated as being region free, but many are region locked.
@@TheBombShhh Yeah, it is a good idea to double check before buying, and so be sure to check out places like bluray.com or dvdbeaver or other sites, just in case, and to make sure you are buying a disc that is consistent with the region of your player. I hope that helps, and thank you so much!
The Mercenary is a fantastic movie, I hope you will check it out soon! And the score by Ennio Morricone must be one of the best I have ever heard: there's a track called "L'Arena" which I think is my favourite piece of music ever (it is also included in the Kill Bill vol. 2 soundtrack by the way). Great collection Daisuke! I think I'm going to start collecting those releases too. P.S.: I have a question: do these releases have forced english subtitles or they can be switched off? Thank you so much, have a nice day
Thank you very much! Yes, I really should watch the MERCENARY, and especially with your great recommendation. Yes, the subtitles can be switched off. If you don't mind, I would like to address your question in an upcoming VIEWER RESPONSE video, and if you don't mind, may I mention your name and question?
fp9623 thanks for your comment on daisuke’s viewer comments video. For some reason I can’t see it in the comments section. The shop is fopp, which is a small chain in the uk which used to be independent but now is owned by hmv. My wallet has been bruised by their £6 sale for arrow academy and 88 films Italian collection amongst others. Thanks again.
Thank you very much. That is funny... there does not seem to be anything on my end that would indicate to me that the comments are out of view... I don't block comments at all anyway, and the last thing I would do would be to block fp9623's comments, which were amazing... . Anyway, the comment that I was responding to is this: "The Mercenary is a fantastic movie, I hope you will check it out soon! And the score by Ennio Morricone must be one of the best I have ever heard: there's a track called "L'Arena" which I think is my favourite piece of music ever (it is also included in the Kill Bill vol. 2 soundtrack by the way). Great collection Daisuke! I think I'm going to start collecting those releases too. P.S.: I have a question: do these releases have forced english subtitles or they can be switched off? Thank you so much, have a nice day" --fp9623 This is a great recommendation for the film THE MERCENARY!
Thank you for your comment. While I understand what you say in spirit, why do you say “sad”? With great respect to you, I disagree with your word choice there. I am not doing this channel as a job. I do it because I like it as a hobby. So I am not at all obligated to cover any specific label. Why do I have to talk about all labels? I choose Criterion because I like it and I wish I had more time but alas I do not. If you want more discussions on 88, then there are many other channels that do that really well or also you can do it also. And that is great. UA-cam and the internet are so big so I am confident you can find a good channel for your tastes. Cheers and best regards.
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Oh gosh! Thank you ROLLING CREDITS! I am very happy about this! Best regards from Tokyo.
As usual a both interesting, informative video from you. I had no idea about this line or these titles, and I'm now even more excited to delve into the best of the Giallo (as well as some of the other suggestions in this video. A big thank you as always from me. You're really funneling into my love for the physical media, and it's much much appreciated..
I think most of the 88 Films titles are worth buying even if you haven't seen the film before. There are some great giallos here as well, and some standard ones. I would dare say that if you had a collection of giallo films that consisted of some titles from Arrow, some from 88 Films, some from Shameless or other places, then you would potentially have a stellar giallo collection right there.
Really great video! I've been recently getting into 88 Films releases and only have 4 or 5 at the moment, but I watched this to help make a list of all the 88 Films blu rays I'm interested in and should get soon
Hello and thank you so much for commenting on this video! I made it a while back, and it is in need of updating, but all the same thank you so much for this. It is such an interesting label. I hope you are well and cheers.
Excellent video sir!
Thank you very much!
Another great video. I have around 15 to 20 of these and your video has inspired me to get a few more. Along with Arrow and Shameless, 88 Films are a great company that do these films justice on blu ray. Looking forward to watching the ones I haven’t seen. Keep the videos coming mate 👍
Thank you! Yes, I too have the Shameless blu ray lineup, which is also so brilliant.
Are there any 88 Films recommendations that you have?
Daisuke Beppu most of the 88 Films catalogue I am experiencing for the 1st time and enjoying the journey as I do. The Long Hair of Death from the Italian Collection and Just Before Dawn from the Slashers Collection are 2 that I have liked recently.
Same of these blu Rays I have in my collection 88 r awesome
Hello again!!! Again, my friend, do you have any favorites in the 88 films Italian catalog?
Very interesting video! A lot of films i wanna see after seeing them in your collection. Writting down the more interesting ones. Greetings from Sweden!
Thank you so much!! I hope you are well my friend and cheers.
Very good video
Thank you so much!!
Please have a nice weekend!
Wow, Daisuke. I had no idea you were into horror or Italian films! The collection looks great! I can’t say I’ve really given myself the chance to enjoy films like these so maybe I should give it a try sometime. Heard a lot about both Giallo and Fulci. Great video, as always!
Thank you for watching this older video!
Some great recommendations, Daisuke! I'm a fan of giallo and sleaze, and there were a number of titles here that I hadn't heard of before. So glad you turned me onto Short Nite of Glass Dolls and Emanuelle and the Last Cannibals - thoroughly enjoyed both.
Hello and thank you so much for this message on this older video! And yes, it is a very interesting genre!!!
Just paused the video to prematurely comment about how happy I am to see another fan in LIVE LIKE A COP, DIE LIKE A MAN. Where to even start. It might be the most ridiculous film ever made in how completely devoid of morality & logic it is, but that's what makes it so damn great, haha. There is not one second that passes where your attention isn't held by something happening. That motorcycle chase at the very beginning is honestly an achievement that I am devastated doesn't get more attention (I put it right up there with the chases in THE FRENCH CONNECTION & THE GENERAL)
I too am so thrilled about your liking of LIVE LIKE A COP, DIE LIKE A MAN! You are so right when you suggest that it is just a form of pure entertainment. I love that sentence by you: "There is not one second that passes where your attention isn't held by something happening." YES! This is so right!!!! You are so right!!!!
Have you continued the collection, Daisuke? There is any chance to see a part 2 of this video in the future?
I have a bit but not so much lately. I had thought about doing another video, but there are a number of other projects I am trying to do. I wish I had more time!
@@DaisukeBeppu Don't worry Daisuke, your project are all always interesting!
I really enjoyed this episode Daisuke, and some of your others. I just subscribed. I hope you get around to talking about those foreign slasher films if you haven't already. Be well.
Thank you so much my friend! And yes, one day I want to talk about the slasher film collection from 88 Films. It is such an interesting set of films. Anyway, I hope you are well!
Haven’t heard of any of these but I’ll try and check out some of those action ones. As I’ve shown you Daisuke, I only own 4 88Films Blu Rays at the moment and I intend to get more, nicely presented as ever 👍
I remember that photo! Absolutely lovely, my friend!!
Yes, please make another video about the side movies from 88 Films including the slasher and martial art movies. This was a great video. There are a lot of good Italian titles in this series. I have some of these movies but from other Blu-ray companies. A Blade in the dark is a classic. I'm not so much a fan of the cannibal movies mainly because of the "animal abuse" scenes. However, most of the other movies in this collection are most likely good or great depending on who you ask. Aenigma is a descent Fulci movie but not one of his best. It has a few laughable scenes in it such as the snails that kill the woman in bed. I think that movie is more for the die hard Fulci fans than the general public. Anyways, again great video. Cheers. Matt
Thank you, Matt. Yes, there is that scene in Aenigma, which is a pretty remarkable scene for many reasons.
And I get your comment about the animal cruelty in CANNIBAL HOLOCAUST.
Yes, I will see about trying to make another video on the other 88 Films releases, though it is hard to find the time because I have other videos that are planned... we shall see!!
Dear Daisuke,
First of all, how are you?
Fun video. I've recently watched a couple of them ( Short Night of Glass Dolls / The Perfume of the Lady in Black). They were solid and both had brutal ending, don't you think?
Best Wishes
Manos
Hello my friend, and oh yes, those films you mentioned are really surprising and have a great mystery and shocking vibe about them, which is so great about the genre overall.
I enjoy them all
Great comment!!
Greetings, Daisuke. I'd love to hear you talk more on these kinds of films.
Wow, thank you so much for this! Yes, I am a big fan of Italian horror and giallo and the like, and so one day I would love to talk about these more in detail. Cheers and I hope you are well.
Blastfighter is such an awesome movie!, i'm going for a full italian collection
Cheers from Norway!
Greetings from Tokyo, and thank you so much for your comment! Please be well!!
I'm so glad you say that having a high-brow taste in film and low-brow taste in film can co-exist; they are not mutually exclusive! Sometimes when I'm talking about significant films and throw in something that can be seen as lesser, I think people are going to come at me with comments about that thing not being good. But I enjoy it and can see it as good to an extent. It's not a masterpiece, not everything has to be brilliant and metaphorical and existential and all these adjectives that are used when discussing deeper, significant films. That's not necessarily in a video, it could be something I'm saying in a comment or a post on social media. And I'm not even limiting it to films. I love reading, and as much as classics and adult fiction and nonfiction are a part of my reading life, I love teen/YA fantasy that can be seen as cheesy and not written well, and that can be totally looked down on by over-prejudiced people. Which, to me is fine, those people can express their opinion, AS LONG AS they are being respectful about it. I've also noticed, specifically with books geared towards a teen/young adult audience, the people judging those books based on purely its audience says more about that judgment than the meaning that can and does exist in those books. It may be seen as a stretch or as reaching, but especially with discussion, so much can be said about and found in those books once you get past the surface level of the characters and plot. I also think it does a bit of a disservice to authors who are trying to write something that can be something important for their audience, even if it's just an escape. I feel like I'm going on a bit of a rant, here, and I know I can get wordy, but as a lover of a variety of books and films, it's something I've encountered a lot, whether I've actually been a part of conversations or just observed them. Oh, one more point: I definitely think something can be enjoyed and liked even if there are problems within it or with it, as long as the problems are recognized and understood. You can be a fan and be critical at the same time.
ANYWAY, I think my brother would really be interested in some of these films. He's a big fan of Italian horror. I am as well, but he has a substantial collection so far with some Arrow and other UK/Region B releases.
Thanks for sharing!
Dear Bailee, thank you so much for all of your great comments lately. It has been a real pleasure to read your comments and watch your videos on your channel.
Yes, I am firmly of the belief that interests may be varied, and therefore the same is true for one's tastes in cinema. That is not to say that I think that all people must feel the same way of course, but for me these interests in various types of films can mutually co-exist in my mind. But again, to each his or her own, and if another person feels differently about his or her own film watching, then that is also perfectly fine with me as well.
I sense here though that you and I have the same view regarding how we each view our own film watching experiences, and so your comment is very encouraging for me to read.
Yes, if you or your brother have any recommendations regarding any Italian horror films, please let me know!
Best regards.
You're welcome! And thank you for replying! I think it's easier for me sometimes to write comments because I am more able to articulate and thoroughly think about what it is I'm exactly trying to say. As well as, when I'm prompted with something, when there's something I'm responding to, I feel like I sometimes have more to say.
You've probably seen, or are at least aware of, the Italian horror films that are our favorites. I'm a fan of Mario Bava. Black Sunday being a favorite, as well as The Girl Who Knew Too Much (aka The Evil Eye). Barbara Steele in Black Sunday is so memorable to me!
My brother likes Dario Argento more. He would prefer Argento to Bava, though we each like both. And I also remember us both particularly liking The Beyond from Lucio Fulci.
What a fantastic combination! You cover the Mario Bava ground (with some excellent choices by the way, and I am such a huge fan of BLACK SUNDAY and THE GIRL WHO KNEW TOO MUCH), and your brother covers the Argento ground. And you both like THE BEYOND! What a remarkable combination. I continue to be very impressed.
I wonder what your brother's favorite Argento films may be.
Hello dear friend. A great video as always. I love your videos. And I must admit I'm a drop in your ocean. I'm fond of Italian cinema but not a fan of horror movies because several of those I've watched are very cliched, with bad acting and dialogues but I agree that lowbrow films and highbrow films are not mutually exclusive. I just like the film to be worthy of my time. I like the kind of horror in Suspiria and Requiem for a Dream, for example. I don't know any of the films in your collection. I expected to see Suspiria or A Cannibal Holocaust. I have lots of films that I want to watch but since I'm doing my PhD in English literature, I have little time. Still, I keep watching regularly as my time permits. It is always a source of pleasure. Warm regards.
Thank you so much for your comment! Yes, I wholly understand that this genre of cinema is not for everyone, and that is OK. By the way, you are studying for your PhD in English literature! That is wonderful! If I may ask, what is your field of expertise in English literature?
@@DaisukeBeppu My field is English Renaissance poetry (c. 1500 to 1660). My expertise is still limited cos I started a few months ago. I'm more familiar with 19th-century and 20th-century classic novels. Incidentally, I've read a bit of Japanese literature such as Mishima, Murakami and The Penguin Book of Japanese Short Stories.
nice italian collection! I am trying to complete my collection, unfortunately most of them are out of print or sold out 😅
Thank you very much, Uri Knight!
i am trying to understand why you like horror films....but i am understanding it through my way of looking at them, let me explain why i watch them:
"you see i am a hardcore art film lover...so i guess horror films teach us that the real world is less scary/brutal than the horror world, so we should be happy that our lives are less haunting."
so, Daisuke can you tell me exactly why do you like horror films? what is that element present in them that attracts you the most?
I just finished watching The Vanishing (1988)... and it really haunted me(you know why if you have seen it)... i like such horror elements.
Thank you very much, and I suppose I can say that (1) my like of the genre does not necessarily mean that I think that everyone must like the genre; and (2) yes, I think there is something to be said about how the "thrill" or "scare" aspect is like a substitute or a distraction from other things. I think that for me there is more I could say, but in general, that is maybe how I could describe it. However, at the same time, I never want to suggest that the genre is for everyone or should be for everyone, and I think also that cinema is vast enough that one can like many different genres at the same time.
@@DaisukeBeppu thanks for replying....i truly respect your choices in films. I always think we are special characters as there are characters in a film.
Strange how some were released in standard Blue cases when most were released in clear cases. I put All mine in Clear Cases due to them being Reversible Sleeves. Can see the Artwork better both sides then....
Yeah that is a great approach that you have in order to better appreciate the art work. Well done.
I've only started coming to 88 Films' releases this year but I've appreciated every single release I've watched so far. 'Alice Sweet Alice' is surprisingly dramatic and meaningful (and an interesting, Paterson, NJ perspective on independent cinema). '2019: After the Fall of New York' is somehow even more enjoyable than 'Escape from New York'. 'The Mighty Peking Man' is the most fun I've had with a film this year. Some of their releases can be light on supplements but that isn't really an issue when the films are so entertaining. I avoided 88 Films for a while because they seemed pretty 'low' and exploitation - but that isn't entirely the case. Definitely need to delve deeper into their Italian Collection, Shaw Brothers titles, and specific films like 'Street Trash' and 'Beyond the Darkness' - plus they're coming out with Wes Craven's 'Swamp Thing' soon too!
Hi Peter! Yes, there is definitely a grungy "grindhouse" quality to these films, but there are some great gems here. Really great. I am very happy in particular that you mentioned ALICE SWEET ALICE! This is a very memorable shocker for me, as it feels almost like a giallo film, with some very creepy scenes and surprisingly effective scares.
Why only have vanilla when you can have raspberry ripple. Excellent video sir
Haha!!!!!!!! Thank you!!
greetings from India to Daisuke.
*spoilers*
i like the giallo films, especially their dark, mysterious, lusty and bloody environment.
One thing that i have observed is that they have exploited Priest Phobia very much..i mean a lot of 70s gialli killers were found to be a priest! like in "The Bloodstained Shadow, Don't torture a duckling, Who saw her die, The house with laughing windows".
i just finished watching seven Deaths In Cat's Eyes (1973)...and due to this phobia i had configured very early that the priest was killer..hahaha.
Oh yes, great films. And thank you also for the SPOILER tag. I appreciate that. I hope you are well and cheers.
alot of these say they are region b. do you know if they will still play in region a players?
Hello! Yes, a lot of them are Region B only and so they won't play on my Region A player. Some of them are indicated as being region free, but many are region locked.
@@DaisukeBeppu ok, thank you! i almost bought one for 20 dollars. i will have to setlle for the region A dvd.
@@TheBombShhh Yeah, it is a good idea to double check before buying, and so be sure to check out places like bluray.com or dvdbeaver or other sites, just in case, and to make sure you are buying a disc that is consistent with the region of your player. I hope that helps, and thank you so much!
The Mercenary is a fantastic movie, I hope you will check it out soon!
And the score by Ennio Morricone must be one of the best I have ever heard: there's a track called "L'Arena" which I think is my favourite piece of music ever (it is also included in the Kill Bill vol. 2 soundtrack by the way). Great collection Daisuke! I think I'm going to start collecting those releases too.
P.S.: I have a question: do these releases have forced english subtitles or they can be switched off? Thank you so much, have a nice day
Thank you very much! Yes, I really should watch the MERCENARY, and especially with your great recommendation.
Yes, the subtitles can be switched off. If you don't mind, I would like to address your question in an upcoming VIEWER RESPONSE video, and if you don't mind, may I mention your name and question?
Daisuke Beppu that would be a pleasure! My name is Francesco, thank you for the answer!
fp9623, thank you! Here is the video: ua-cam.com/video/u-yKeqOGsy4/v-deo.html
fp9623 thanks for your comment on daisuke’s viewer comments video. For some reason I can’t see it in the comments section. The shop is fopp, which is a small chain in the uk which used to be independent but now is owned by hmv. My wallet has been bruised by their £6 sale for arrow academy and 88 films Italian collection amongst others. Thanks again.
Thank you very much. That is funny... there does not seem to be anything on my end that would indicate to me that the comments are out of view... I don't block comments at all anyway, and the last thing I would do would be to block fp9623's comments, which were amazing... . Anyway, the comment that I was responding to is this:
"The Mercenary is a fantastic movie, I hope you will check it out soon!
And the score by Ennio Morricone must be one of the best I have ever heard: there's a track called "L'Arena" which I think is my favourite piece of music ever (it is also included in the Kill Bill vol. 2 soundtrack by the way). Great collection Daisuke! I think I'm going to start collecting those releases too.
P.S.: I have a question: do these releases have forced english subtitles or they can be switched off? Thank you so much, have a nice day"
--fp9623
This is a great recommendation for the film THE MERCENARY!
I only Collect the Jackie Chan films from 88 films.
That is excellent, Antonio! Do you have a favorite of his films?
@@DaisukeBeppu i think Dragons Forever and Heart of the Dragon is my favorite because they both have the Japanese cuts.
Really wish you would explore more labels like this. Sad you spend the majority of your time in the criterion closet
Thank you for your comment. While I understand what you say in spirit, why do you say “sad”? With great respect to you, I disagree with your word choice there. I am not doing this channel as a job. I do it because I like it as a hobby. So I am not at all obligated to cover any specific label. Why do I have to talk about all labels? I choose Criterion because I like it and I wish I had more time but alas I do not. If you want more discussions on 88, then there are many other channels that do that really well or also you can do it also. And that is great. UA-cam and the internet are so big so I am confident you can find a good channel for your tastes. Cheers and best regards.