Kane Parsons’ horror film "Backrooms," a major summer success, is poised for a 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray release in late August. The film, produced on a modest $10 million budget, has grossed an impressive $384.4 million worldwide. The physical release from A24 will excite fans by including the previously unavailable 16-minute "Everything Must Go" extended footage, which had been shown during a special theatrical run but was missing from the initial premium video on demand version.
"Backrooms" stars Chiwetel Ejiofor as Clark, a furniture store owner who becomes trapped in a surreal, interdimensional maze beneath his store. Renate Reinsve co-stars as Mary, Clark’s therapist who ventures into this unsettling environment to rescue him. The film opened to strong box office numbers, earning $81 million domestically its opening weekend and continuing to perform well across North America and internationally.
A24’s upcoming physical edition promises over three hours of bonus content, enhancing the appeal for collectors and horror aficionados. The extras include in-depth director commentary featuring Kane Parsons, discussions with the VFX supervisor Edward J Douglas, sound designer Eugenio Battaglia, and composer Edo Van Breemen. Additional content includes a featurette titled "Building the Backrooms," VFX breakdowns, a prop walkthrough with Parsons, and six collectible postcards inspired by the film.
While the exact release date remains unconfirmed, the 4K + Blu-ray package is now available for pre-order on A24’s retail site, priced at $35 or $31.50 for members. With the inclusion of the "Everything Must Go" footage and extensive supplemental material, this release is positioned as the definitive edition for fans who want the full cinematic and behind-the-scenes experience of this notable indie horror hit.
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