On April 12, 2016 Mondo Macabro will be releasing the Greek art-house horror film Medousa on DVD. Medousa was directed by George Lazopoulos and stars Eleni Filini, Thanos Amorginos and Vana Rambota.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a Greek horror film, so I’m definitely intrigued by this. Sounds like it uses Greek mythology in a fun way. Plus Mondo Macabro always releases incredibly obscure and interesting films, so this will likely be something to keep your eye on for sure.

Synopsis:
In this surreal retelling of the ancient myth of the Medusa, bizarre, clothed statues of men are appearing all over Greece. Only Perseus, the leader of a gang of modern Athenian thieves, holds the answer to the mystery. It has something to do with a beautiful, long-haired woman in black who is connected with his troubled childhood. One night his gang breaks into a deserted house in the countryside looking for goods to steal. What they find is entirely unexpected and leads Perseus on a dangerous journey into his past.

Medousa is one of the very few attempts to make a modern Greek horror film. Its intriguing plot unfolds in a surprising and yet entirely logical way, creating a memorably atmospheric thriller that reworks familiar myths into an original and highly personal narrative. Mondo Macabro is very proud to be presenting for the first time on US video this overlooked gem of genre cinema. The film was screened at a number of international festivals and won a prize at World-Fest Houston in 1998. It’s a film ripe for rediscovery and this long overdue release announces the re-emergence of a unique film making talent.

Special Features:
• Interview with writer/director George Lazopoulos
• Interview with lead actor Thanos Amorginos
• Extensive background notes
• Trailer
• Newly created optional subtitles
• Mondo Macabro previews