This is a complete reimagining of the film, built from 96 hours of original footage. It removes the hardcore "Penthouse" pornographic inserts to follow the original script's intent.
: Director Tinto Brass and screenwriter Gore Vidal both eventually disowned the film after Guccione inserted hardcore sexual footage without their consent. Historical Scale caligula 1979 blu ray
The audio has also been given a thorough overhaul, with a newly remastered 5.1 surround soundtrack that immerses viewers in the world of ancient Rome. The score, composed by Ennio Morricone, is a masterpiece of cinematic music, perfectly capturing the mood and atmosphere of each scene. The Blu-ray release also includes a range of bonus features, including interviews with Tinto Brass and Malcolm McDowell, which provide valuable insights into the making of the film. This is a complete reimagining of the film,
Often considered a better transfer of the unrated version than the Imperial Edition, though it has fewer extras. Historical Scale The audio has also been given
9/10 (Deducted one point for the lack of a 4K UHD release—though we are still praying to Guccione’s ghost for that.)
founder Bob Guccione, the film had a chaotic production that attempted to merge high-art drama with explicit pornography.
B (Requires a region-free player for US users) Distributor: Arrow Films