Carl Roberts 
The classic shocker from Hammer, Demons Of The Mind, is heading onto 4K UHD in a worldwide premiere release from Studiocanal.
What madness lies like a curse on this family? Find out as DEMONS OF THE MIND makes its worldwide 4K UHD debut on the 6th April. It features a brand new 4K Dolby Vision restoration. The Collector’s Edition includes both UHD and Blu-ray discs. Additionally, it has new artwork by Johnny Dombrowski. There are also two posters and a 64-page booklet. The booklet features new essays, the original press kit, and a host of fascinating extras.
One of Hammer’s most ambitious and under-appreciated films, DEMONS OF THE MIND, directed by Peter Sykes (To The Devil A Daughter), and scripted by Christopher Wickling (who wrote BLOOD FROM THE MUMMY’S TOMB, STUDIOCANAL’s other Hammer release in April), should finally find its place as a top rank British Gothic folk horror with this stunning new release – rather than be shelved and then relegated to the second half of a double bill as it was when it was first released in the 1970s.
THE CAST
The cast is stacked with stalwart British talent, including Robert Hardy (BAFTA-nominated for All Creatures Great & Small). Shane Briant (Straight On Till Morning). Yvonne Mitchell (BAFTA-winner for The Divided Heart). Manfred Mann singer Paul Jones. Michael Hordern (Barry Lyndon) and A Clockwork Orange stars Gillian Hills and Patrick Magee. Described by Bloody Disgusting as a “fresh and distinct Hammer horror gem”, it is a film with “strikingly beautiful visuals” (from BLOOD FROM THE MUMMY’S TOMB cinematographer Arthur Grant, who also shot the Hammer thriller FEAR IN THE NIGHT, due to be released by STUDIOCANAL in March). Furthermore, this ‘nightmare of terror’ will get under your skin and haunt your dreams.
Regarded by some as Hammer’s best film, DEMONS OF THE MIND is a bold and brilliant exploration of the tortured psyche, presented here in ravishing 4K, with new extras, as well as a commentary with director Sykes and screenwriter Wicking, and much more.
THE PREMISE
Baron Zorn (Robert Hardy) is convinced that his son Emil (Shane Briant) and daughter Elizabeth (Gillian Hills) are suffering from a hereditary madness. In an attempt to contain their insanity, he keeps them imprisoned and drugged. Yet these measures are not enough to stop his children from expressing their decadent desires and violent natures. Desperate for a cure, Zorn employs the discredited Dr Falkenberg (Patrick Magee) to investigate his family’s plight…
THE SPECIAL FEATURES
NEW ‘Evil In the Blood’: Virginia Wetherell on Demons of the Mind
Audio Commentary with Author/Film Historian Steve Haberman
Audio commentary with director Peter Sykes, screenwriter Christopher Wicking and actress Virginia Wetherell, moderated by film historian Jonathan Sothcott
‘Blood Will Have Blood’: Inside Demons of the Mind
Interview with Camera Operator Neil Binney
Behind the Scenes Stills Gallery
Colour Lobby Cards Gallery
Trailer
The release includes a 64-page perfect-bound booklet featuring the original press kit, new essays, and two posters.
Certificate: 18
Running Time: 90 mins approx.
DEMONS OF THE MIND Collector’s Edition, including the film on 4K UHD and Blu-ray discs, is released on 6th April and available to pre-order HERE. The film will also be available on Digital.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
