The Plague of the Zombies

Special Features (Blu-ray)

• Commentary #1 features filmmaker Constantine Nash and film historian Steve Haberman.
• Commentary #2 features author Troy Howarth.
• "The World of Hammer: Mummies, Werewolves, and the Living Dead" (24:55, SD) is an episode of the clip show, narrated by Oliver Reed. Hammer productions recounted for viewers include "Curse of the Mummy's Tomb," "Curse of the Werewolf," "The Legend of the Seven Golden Vampires," "Blood from the Mummy's Tomb," and "The Plague of the Zombies."
• "Raising the Dead" (35:27, HD) is the making-of for "The Plague of the Zombies," gathering select film historians, critics, and talent from picture, including actors John Carson and Jacqueline Pearce. A history of the production is recounted, with Hammer looking to save money by reusing sets from "The Reptile," and a script analysis is offered, with one talking head noticing similarities to "Dracula." Director John Gilling is recalled, including the wrath of his hair-trigger temper, and casting is examined, with star Andre Morell also testy on set with those he deemed below his talents, acting rudely to Diane Clare. An appreciation of scoring efforts from James Bernard is included, and anecdotes concerning life inside the tiny Bray Studios are shared. Closing out the featurette is an overview of restorations work required to bring "The Plague of the Zombies" back to cinematic life.
• Restoration Comparison (3:37, HD) showcases the clean-up effort with split-screen evidence.
• Still Gallery (7:10) includes publicity snaps, BTS photos, international poster art, newspaper ads, and lobby cards.
• And various Theatrical Trailers (7:10, HD) are included.

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