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Amusement Park, The DVD

DVD  |  Horror  |  19 Oct 2022
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See you in the Park, Someday

Recently discovered and restored 46 years after its completion, George A. Romero's The Amusement Park stars MARTIN's Lincoln Maazel as an elderly man who finds himself disoriented and increasingly isolated as the pains, tragedies, and humiliations of aging in America are manifested through roller coasters and chaotic crowds. Commissioned by the Lutheran Society, the film is perhaps Romero's wildest and most imaginative movie- an allegory about the nightmarish realities of growing older, and an alluring snapshot of the filmmaker's early artistic capacity and style. The lost film was restored in 4k by IndieCollect in New York City.

Title: Amusement Park, The

Format: DVD

Release Date: 19 Oct 2022

Actor(s): Lincoln Maazel, Harry Albacker, Phyllis Casterwiler, Pete Chovan, Marion Cook, Sally Erwin, Michael Gornick, Jack Gottlob, Halem Joseph, Bob Koppler, Sarah Kurtz, Aleen Palmer, Georgia Palmer, Arthur Schwerin, Bill Siebart, Gabriel Verbick

Sku: 2690595

Catalogue No: AMA10522

Category: Horror

Disc Count: 1

Aspect Ratio: 16:9

OFLC Rating: M

Run Time: 54

Transfer Format: 16:9 Enhanced, Widescreen

Video Format: PAL

Primary Audio: Dolby Digital

Language: English, Dolby Digital

Region Code: 4

OFLC Advice: Mature Themes

Production Studio: Acorn Media

Dubbed Languages: English, Dolby Digital

Director(s): George A. Romero

Genre: Thriller,

PRODUCT REVIEWS

The Amusement Park was finally discovered forty-six years after it was initially completed by the well-known director George A. Romero in 1973.  After resurfacing, it has received a 4K restoration and is now available to movie lovers worldwide for the first time on blu-ray & DVD! The film introduces an older man (Lincoln Maazel) who decides to spend his day at a popular amusement park, hoping to have a fun time. Shortly after the older man buys his ticket, he begins to experience several horrifying and unsettling moments. As a film, I'm excited to say The Amusement Park has a unique horror style. Firstly, this is not your typical horror movie. The film introduces many moments of creativity as it reveals the ultimate horror- what it is like to be an older adult in America. The film brings many clever ideas to the surface to get its message across. These ideas seem so simple, yet they've never been in cinema before. One example is when we witness our lead attempting to go the dodgem cars.  First, witnesses that older people must pass an eye exam or won't be allowed to drive ever again.  We then witness firsthand the consequences of an older person involved in a car (I mean dodgem car) accident. From the start to the final act, the entire film is designed to make movie lovers think and consider the ageing population in the present day, and the film reminds its audiences even if you're not an older person, one day you will be. To my surprise, even though this film was made forty-six years ago, it is highly relevant today. Some moments on the screen will most certainly shock and unsettle viewers. Upon my first watch, I understood why the film was shelved upon completion. While moments are unsettling to watch, I was impressed by the film's concept.  Many scenes deliver powerful moments, and most are nearly impossible to forget as they are so thought-provoking. The runtime is short and brief, ending within fifty-two minutes. Overall, it's pretty amazing that George A. Romano made a movie in 1973, which has finally surfaced thanks to the good people at Shudder! This is unlike anything I have ever seen from George A. Romero and cinema. The Amusement Park is a world that is unforgettable and yet disturbing. It is a unique horror style filled with creativity that will have its viewers feeling and sympathising with every moment on screen. Visiting The Amusement Park is certainly worth your while and who knows, maybe I will see you at the park one day. * This review has been written for Sanity. For more reviews from Walkden Entertainment, check out the link here: www.walkdenentertainment.com

Published on:
24 Aug 2022

Published by:
Walkden Entertainment (Peter Walkden) www.walkdenentertainment.com


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