The Devil Rides Out- U.S. Blu-ray Release and the Occult Roots of the Novel Version
Finally, the 1968 Hammer Films classic, The Devil Rides Out , has gotten a Blu-ray release in the U.S. This release is courtesy of the folks at Shout Factory/Scream Factory. U.S. Blu-Ray release from Scream Factory There are two versions of the film included on the disc: the original version as released in the U.S. (including the alternate title of The Devil's Bride ) and there is also the revamped version Hammer released in the U.K. with the modified special effects. Obviously, making changes to an old movie is a contentious issue, so it is a good move to have both versions, rather than just choosing one or the other. For those who are curious to see the enhanced effects, it is there, but at the same time, you aren't stuck with it if you don't like it. There is still the regular version to watch. Much of the bonus stuff is carried over from some previous releases, such as the audio commentary featuring Christopher Lee, plus some featurettes from the Hammer Bl