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The Devils (2-DVD set)

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Ken Russell's bold account of religious hysteria, political persecution and the corrupt marriage of church and state

 

 

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In seventeenth century France, Father Urbain Grandier (Oliver Reed), uses his powers to protect the city of Loudun from destruction at the hands of the establishment. Soon, he stands accused of the demonic possession of Sister Jeanne (Vanessa Redgrave), whose erotic obsession with him fuels the hysterical fervour that sweeps through the convent.

With its bold and brilliant direction, magnificent performances, exquisite Derek Jarman sets and sublimely dissonant score by Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, The Devils stands as a profound and sincere commentary on religious hysteria, political persecution and the corrupt marriage of church and state.

Extras
  • Disc One
  • DVD premiere presentation of the original UK 'X' certificate version
  • Mark Kermode introduction (2012, 2 mins): the broadcaster and critic's newly filmed foreword to The Devils
  • Audio commentary with Ken Russell, Mark Kermode, Michael Bradsell and Paul Joyce
  • Original UK trailer
  • Original US trailer
  • Amelia and the Angel (Ken Russell, 1958, 26 mins): a delightful mix of religious allegory and magical fantasy Disc Two
  • Hell on Earth (Paul Joyce, 2002, 48 mins): documentary exploring the film's production and controversial history.
  • Director of Devils (1971, 22 min): documentary featuring candid Ken Russell interviews and unique footage of Sir Peter Maxwell Davies recording his score.
  • On-set footage with Michael Bradsell commentary (2012, 8 mins)
  • On-stage Q&A with Ken Russell (2012, 13 mins): the director in conversation with Mark Kermode at the NFT in 2004.
  • Fully illustrated booklet featuring new essays by Mark Kermode, Craig Lapper (BBFC) and editor Michael Bradsell, with original production materials and on-set photographs.
Additional Information
More Information
SKU 5035673009406
Catalogue Number BFIVD940
Subtitle A film by Ken Russell
Year 1971
Director Russell, Ken
Format DVD
Publisher(s) BFI
Countries United Kingdom
Aspect ratio 2.35:1
Colour Colour
Sound Sound
Subtitles English for the hard-of-hearing
Language(s) English
Running time 107
DVD region 2
Certificate 18
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