This week, Paul Cardullo takes a look at an unusual and lesser-known fright flick, The Slayer (1982). Is it a monster movie, a slasher film, or a psychological horror tale? While it may have a fairly low body count for a film of its era, Paul talks about why horror fans still may want to check it out. With the Arrow Video release of a new 4K restoration in a special 2-disc set, aficionados of 1980s horror films can watch this atmospheric and unconventional chiller in glorious high-definition.
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The Slayer (1982) 
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From Arrow Video:
NEW UK/US TITLE: The Slayer (Dual Format Blu-ray & DVD)
The Slayer finally rises from the ashes of obscurity in a brand new 4K transfer courtesy of Arrow Video.
Pre-order in the UK via Arrow: http://bit.ly/2r9t2Ab
Pre-order in the UK via Amazon: http://amzn.to/2r9sZnZ
Pre-order in the US: http://bit.ly/2r9yYsP
Release dates: 21/22 August
IS IT A NIGHTMARE? OR IS IT… THE SLAYER?
One of the most sought-after titles for slasher fans everywhere, The Slayer finally rises from the ashes of obscurity in a brand new 4K transfer courtesy of Arrow Video.
Two young couples set off to a secluded island for what promises to be a restful retreat. But the peace is short-lived: as a storm batters the island, troubled artist Kay begins to sense that a malevolent presence is here with them, stalking them at every turn. Is she losing her mind, or are her childhood nightmares of a demonic assailant coming to terrifying life?
Previously only available on home video in truncated or full-screen versions, The Slayer — whose nightmares-seeping-into-reality theme predates a certain Wes Craven classic by several years — comes lovingly restored from the original negative in a stunning transfer that will be a revelation to fans both old and new.
SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS
– Brand new restoration from a 4K scan of the original negative
– High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) and Standard Definition DVD presentations
– Original Uncompressed Mono Audio
– Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
– Brand new interviews with cast and crew
– Original Theatrical Trailer
– Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Justin Osbourn
FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Collector’s booklet featuring new liner notes by writer Lee Gambin”
