Original Faces of Death is getting a 4K UHD limited release with never-before-seen outtakes, thanks to Vinegar Syndrome

Faces of Death- Courtesy of Vinegar Syndrome

One of the most controversial horror movies of all time, the original Faces of Death, is getting a major upgrade. The boutique physical media label, Vinegar Syndrome, is releasing the Video Nasty in 4K UHD and Blu-ray with never-before-seen outtakes. The initial run is limited to only 5,000 copies and is available to order on the Vinegar Syndrome website. Orders will ship later this month.

The faux documentary initially released in 1978. Vinegar Syndrome's 4K restoration came from the movie's 35 mm and 16 mm original camera negatives and will be presented in Dolby Vision HDR. Additionally, the special release includes a spot-gloss slipcase designed by Steak Mtn, a 40-page booklet, a sticker, and reversible sleeve artwork. The release is only available through Vinegar Syndrome's website and participating indie retailers. The company stresses that the film will not be available at major retailers.

Here's more info about the release, including all the special features.

• 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray

• 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range

• Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35 mm and 16 mm original camera negative

• Commentary with director Conan Le Cilaire, moderated by Michael Felsher

• "Buried Footage" - newly discovered, never-before-seen outtakes

• "Choice Cuts" - an archival featurette with editor Glenn Turner

• "The Death Makers" - an archival featurette with effects creators Allan Apone and Douglas White

• "Many Faces of Death" - scholars and genre experts examine the controversial origins and lasting cultural impact of Faces of Death

• 40-page perfect bound book with essays by Samm Deighan, David Kerekes and Stephen Thrower

• Isolated music track

• Archival outtakes

• Trailer

• Reversible sleeve artwork

• English SDH subtitles

Faces of Death became notorious for its faux documentary style, which compiled staged and real footage depicting gruesome ways to die. The anthology is framed as an investigation by a pathologist, Dr. Francis B. Gross (Michael Carr). The movie later became an underground hit and was apparently banned in 46 countries, which only increased its lore and underground cult following. Even today, it's still considered one of the most shocking movies of all time for the way that it pushed the boundaries of filmmaking.

Additionally, there's a remake of the film set to release in U.S. theaters on April 10 that's being distributed by IFC and Shudder. The remake follows a woman who's a content moderator for a video platform. Suddenly, she discovers murder re-enactments. She's then left to determine if it's all fiction or real-life violence. The remake stars Barbie Ferreira, Dacre Montgomery, Josie Totah, Jermaine Fowler, Aaron Holliday, Nathaniel Woosley, J.D. Evermore, Sarah Voigt, and Charli XCX.