Imprint Films have announced their July releases and they are betting you love Harvey Keitel (we all do).
With a career spanning almost sixty years, Hollywood’s favourite tough guy Harvey Keitel is one of the most beloved and iconic actors of all time.
These six classic 90’s films celebrate his remarkable career and feature performances from Madonna, Elisabeth Moss, John Wood, Kate Winslet, Iain Glen, James Russo, Kelly Lynch, and John Turturro.
- Bad Lieutenant (1992)
- The Young Americans (1993)
- Dangerous Game (1993)
- Imaginary Crimes (1994)
- Clockers (1995)
- Holy Smoke (1999)
Limited Edition 6-Disc Hardbox packed with brand NEW special features including audio commentaries and interviews, plus an exclusive booklet featuring essays on Bad Lieutenant by film critic Sean Burns, Holy Smoke by film critic / podcast producer Blake Howard, and Harvey Keitel by filmmaker Scout Tafoya.
1500 copies only.
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Bad Lieutenant (1992) – Imprint Collection #333
The controversial neo-noir drama from cult director Abel Ferrara (King Of New York) follows a corrupt New York City police detective (Keitel) on a journey of redemption.
While investigating a young nun’s rape, a corrupt New York City police detective, with a serious drug and gambling addiction, tries to change his ways and find forgiveness.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- Audio Commentary by director Abel Ferrara and director of photography Ken Kelsch
- “It All Happens Here: Abel Ferrara & the Making of Bad Lieutenant” – documentary
- NEW Interview with director Abel Ferrara
- NEW Interview with actor Paul Hipp
- NEW Interview with composer Joe Delia
- NEW Interview with editor Anthony Redman
- NEW Interview with producer Diana Phillips
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Aspect Ratio 1.78:1
- Optional English Subtitles
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The Young Americans (1993) – Imprint Collection #334
The Young Americans stars Harvey Keitel and Iain Glen (Game Of Thrones), following an American detective sent on a case in London to break up a deadly criminal organisation.
Scotland Yard calls in American agent John Harris from the Drug Enforcement Agency to help nip a budding illegal drug cartel in London. With the assistance of British policeman Edward Foster, Harris slowly descends into a crime-filled world in which street kids are used as pawns in a much bigger game involving international gangsters.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- NEW Audio Commentary by film critic Bilge Ebiri
- NEW Interview with Director Danny Cannon
- NEW Interview with actor Craig Kelly
- NEW Interview with editor Laurence Dorman
- NEW Interview with producer Paul Tijbits
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 2.35:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
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Dangerous Game (1993) – Imprint Collection #335
Harvey Keitel stars in this thrilling drama alongside pop superstar Madonna, as a film director whose world is turned upside down when life begins to imitate art.
While he’s known for his experimental direction, for Eddie Israel, nothing quite compares to the intensity of what unfolds on the set of his latest film centred around an abusive marriage. Yet, more unsettling than the scripted violence is the fact that the brutality begins to seep off the set and into real life.
“a film of no-holds-barred language, passion and rage” – Los Angeles Times
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- NEW Interview with director Abel Ferrara
- NEW Interview with actor James Russo
- NEW Interview with editor Anthony Redman
- NEW Interview with production designer Alex Tavoularis
- NEW Interview with producer Diana Phillips
- NEW Interview with composer Joe Delia
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
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Imaginary Crimes (1994) – Imprint Collection #336
An adaptation of Sheila Ballantyne’s 1982 semi-autobiographical novel, Imaginary Crimes stars Harvey Keitel as a widowed con artist, alongside Kelly Lynch (Road House), Elisabeth Moss (The Invisible Man), and Fairuza Balk (The Craft).
Ray Weiler is a charmer who could sell cookies to Girl Scouts. He knows he’ll strike it rich if he just keeps hustling. What he doesn’t know is that his pie-in-the-sky schemes are separating him from the family he so dearly loves.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- NEW Audio Commentary by critic A. S. Hamrah
- NEW Interview with director Anthony Drazan
- NEW Interview with composer Stephen Endelman
- Promotional featurette
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Aspect Ratio 1.78:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
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Clockers (1995) – Imprint Collection #337
From iconic director Spike Lee and producer Martin Scorsese comes the critically acclaimed crime drama Clockers, starring Harvey Keitel, John Turturro (Barton Fink), and Mekhi Phifer in his film debut.
A Brooklyn man confesses to a drug dealer’s murder, but a veteran detective suspects that the real suspect is his young drug-dealer brother.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- NEW Interview with actor Delroy Lindo
- NEW Interview with editor Sam Pollard
- NEW Interview with screenwriter Richard Price
- Archival Interviews with actors Mekhi Phifer, Delroy Lindo and John Turturro, and director Spike Lee
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English DTS-HD 5.1 Surround + LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
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Holy Smoke (1999) – Imprint Collection #338
Acclaimed New Zealand director Jane Campion brings Harvey Keitel and Kate Winslet together in this scandalous romantic drama set in Australia.
When Ruth Barron is brainwashed by cult leader Baba on a trip to India, her parents take action with the help of religious cult deprogrammer P.J. Waters. What follows is a psychosexual tug-of-war.
Special Features & Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- NEW Audio Commentary by film critic Alexandra Heller-Nicholas
- Audio Commentary by writer Anna Campion and actress Kate Winslet
- NEW Video Essay by programmer and archivist Elizabeth Purchell
- Extended Scene
- TV Spot
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
Harvey Keitel stars as Augustus “Auggie” Wren, a Brooklyn Cigar Store manager, in the hilarious independent comedy Smoke, plus its sequel Blue in the Face.
Limited Edition 2-Disc Hardbox, strictly limited to 1500 copies only.
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Smoke (1995) – Imprint Collection #339
A smash hit success and instant cult classic when it was released in 1995, Smoke features an incredible ensemble cast of 90s megastars including William Hurt, Stockard Channing, Giancarlo Esposito, Ashley Judd, and Forest Whitaker.
The lives of various people intertwine when a Brooklyn cigar store manager befriends them, including his long-lost ex-girlfriend, a writer, a reluctant father, and a streetwise teen.
Directed by Wayne Wang, the critically acclaimed filmmaker behind The Joy Luck Club and Chinese Box, and written by award-winning novelist Paul Auster (The Music of Chance), this beloved comedy won Best First Screenplay at the 1996 Independent Spirit Awards.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- Audio Commentary by writer Paul Auster, producers Peter Newman and Greg Johnson, and actor Harvey Keitel
- NEW Interview with actor Harold Perrineau
- NEW Interview editor Maysie Hoy
- NEW Then & Now location featurette
- Deleted Scenes
- Behind The Scenes – featurette
- B Roll
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English DTS-HD 5.1 Surround + LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
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Blue In The Face (1995) – Imprint Collection #340
The popularity of cult comedy Smoke led to this instant sequel, seeing Harvey Keitel return to his role as Augustus “Auggie” Wren, alongside iconic stars Michael J. Fox, Roseanne Barr, Lou Reed, Mira Sorvino, Lily Tomlin, RuPaul, Jim Jarmusch and Madonna.
A wacky group of locals visit the neighbourhood cigar shop looking for good times and plenty of hilarious fun. But when the greedy owner threatens to close the shop for good, the neighbourhood proves they’ll do anything to save their favourite hangout.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- Audio Commentary by writer Paul Auster, producers Peter Newman and Greg Johnson and actor Harvey Keitel
- NEW interview with actor Jared Harris
- NEW interview with editor Christopher Tellefsen
- NEW interview with producer Diana Phillips
- A Conversation With Lou Reed
- Archival Interview with Mel Gorham (1995)
- OTB Boys – outtakes
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
Men Of Respect (1990) – Imprint Collection #341
Worldwide first on Blu-ray!
William Shakespeare’s Macbeth receives the mobster treatment in this 1990 crime drama, starring John Turturro (The Big Lebowski) as a Mafia hitman killing his way to the top.
A fearless mobster wins the respect and admiration of his powerful godfather by assassinating the leaders of a rival family. But the prodding of his ambitious wife and the prophecy of a ghetto gypsy convince him to murder the godfather and claim his crown.
With stellar supporting performances from legendary actors Rod Steiger, Stanley Tucci, Dennis Farina and Peter Boyle, this bloodthirsty adaptation delivers a gripping blend of Shakespearean tragedy and gritty underworld intrigue.
1500 copies only.
Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Aspect Ratio 1.78:1
- Optional English Subtitles
- Limited Edition Slipcase
8mm (1999) – Imprint Collection #342
8mm is the box office smash that stars Nicolas Cage as a private investigator who falls deep into the world of snuff films. Directed by Joel Schumacher (The Lost Boys), and written by Andrew Kevin Walker (Seven), this crime thriller also stars Joaquin Phoenix and James Gandolfini.
Private detective Tom Welles is hired to investigate the authenticity of a reel of eight millimetre film which shows a young girl being killed. Who is the girl? Is the film real? Will Tom live to learn the truth?
“The last two words of the screenplay are ‘save me’ and by the time they’re said, we know what they mean.” – Roger Ebert
1500 copies only.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- Audio Commentary by director/producer Joel Schumacher
- “The Making of 8mm” – featurette (1999)
- Interview with director/producer Joel Schumacher (2019)
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English DTS-HD 5.1 Surround + LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 2.35:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
- Limited Edition Slipcase
The Juror (1996) – Imprint Collection #343
Demi Moore and Alec Baldwin light up the screen in this thrilling crime drama from the Academy Award winning screenwriter of The Silence of the Lambs, Ted Tally.
Struggling single mother Annie Laird’s assignment to jury duty becomes a nightmarish ordeal when she is targeted by the mob and threatened to help a guilty man go free, while an obsessive hitman is charged with ‘motivating’ Annie to break the law… or killing her if she doesn’t.
Based on the novel by George Dawes Green, the star-studded cast also includes James Gandolfini, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Lindsay Crouse.
1500 copies only.
Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- Audio English LPCM 2.0 Stereo
- Original Aspect Ratio 2.35:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
- Limited Edition Slipcase
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