This is a mixed bag in more ways than one. A mixed bag of masterful cinema for sure. If you like gothic horror, murder mysteries and action and you have a love of old-time movies, then you will not be disappointed. If you are not yet familiar with great Italian film-maker Mario Bava's work, then you are in for a revelation. It is a sampler of different types of themes. Some are better than others and this is only one of two box sets. Even then, one of my favorite Bava films, "Planet Of The Vampires", a great Lovecraftian sci-fi flick and more, is not included in either box sets, but do not despair, it is available via Midnite Movies. Bava is a genius at creating interesting sets and atmosphere and a grand artist with a primary color palette and a camera. Much like his fellow Italian master of the macabre and mayhem, Dario Argento, he approaches film as art and I marvel at the images that are created...serious eye candy. This kind of cinema will not appeal to all, but I recommend it without reservation. Any one that is a fan of cinema must watch Bava's films because they are true masterpieces and countless other directors since have been sitting on his knee.Read full review
Just got this one, and watched "Black Sunday" - it is awesome! Really creepy vampiric/witchcraft/zombie themed movie, with memorable scenes (the opening sequence is spectacular) and elaborate sets. This is a great selection of movies, and a good way to be introduced to Italian horror/horror master Mario Bava. Recommended! Go for Volume 1 first if you have never seen the titles: BLACK SUNDAY BLACK SABBATH THE GIRL WHO KNEW TOO MUCH KNIVES OF THE AVENGERS KILL, BABY, KILL
Have only watched one disc(Black Sunday).A few of the other movies I have already seen and are pretty good.
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