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‘Mind Ripper’ and More Now Available for Pre-Order from the UK’s 88 Films
UK’s 88 Films has a three new and exciting June releases now available for pre-order with Wes Craven’s Mind Ripper leading the way. For those that don’t know, Mind Ripper is the third film in Craven’s desert nightmare series, The Hills Have Eyes (the film is also known as The Hills Have Eyes 3: The Outpost). While not nearly as popular as the groundbreaking original entry from 1971 or even the mid-80’s follow up, Mind Ripper is an enjoyable slice of 90’s horror worth seeking out. And now you won’t have to seek much longer.
In this entry, the government mistakenly creates a monster when trying to reanimate a corpse found in the desert. Oops. For this go-around, Craven shifts to executive producer with future Sweet Jane director Joe Gayton taking over the director’s chair with a script written by Jonathan Craven and Phil Mittleman. The film stars Lance Henriksen and features an early film performance from Giovanni Ribisi. The 88 Films region B release will featuring a stunning HD transfer, limited edition slipcase that includes the original VHS artwork, limited edition booklet containing a rundown on the tangled five-part The Hills Have Eyes franchise by Calum Waddeell and a brand-new 40-minute on-camera conversation with Jonathan Craven. Mind Ripper will be released on June 25th. Pre-order your copy straight from 88 Films today.
Joining Mind Ripper in the 88 Films lineup this June are two new titles to the 88 Asia collection. First up is the insane horror entry Black Magic 2. The follow up the original 1975 film (previously released on Blu-ray by 88 Films) manages to be even more bonkers. Doctors struggle as they try and determine why they’re encountering patients that vomit worms, melt down, spontaneously combust and more. It’s a good time for all involved. Special features include audio commentary with Ian Jane, reversible original artwork and booklet notes. Black Magic 2 will be released on June 11th. Pre-order your copy from 88 Films now.
Rounding things out is 1975’s The Spiritual Boxer. In this martial arts comedy a con artist attempts to use kung-fu to swindle villagers out of money but ends up getting in over his head when the villagers are attacked by bandits and he must attempt to use his skills for good. This one comes courtesy of legendary director Chia-Liang Liu (36th Chamber of Shaolin, Drunken Master 2). The Spiritual Boxer will be released on June 11th. You can pre-order your copy today from 88 Films.
After releasing in theaters last month, NEON announced today that horror romance Leviticus will arrive on digital platforms to rent or own beginning July 28, followed by a Blu-ray/4K Ultra HD Combo and DVD release on September 8, 2026.
Leviticus marks the feature debut by writer/director Adrian Chiarella.
Joe Bird (Talk to Me) and Stacy Clausen play star-crossed teenage boys who must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most — each other.
Mia Wasikowska (Crimson Peak), Jeremy Blewitt, Ewen Leslie (The Nightingale), and Davida McKenzie (Silent Night) round out the cast of horror movie Leviticus.
“Leviticus is a strong debut with an incisive voice at the helm,” I wrote in my review out of Sundance. “We care deeply about Naim and Ryan’s survival, making Leviticus a tense, atmospheric, and claustrophobic vision of young love in a hateful world.”
“Leviticus is the perfect title for writer-director Adrian Chiarella‘s powerful feature debut,” Meagan’s review explains, “a searing anthem against the corrosive nature of fear and bigotry.”
The physical media release comes packed with exclusive bonus features, the home entertainment release includes a feature commentary with Adrian Chiarella, interviews with Chiarella, Stacy Clausen, and Joe Bird, an exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette, and the official trailer.
Look for Leviticus on Digital next week, and check out the box art for September’s Blu-ray release this September.
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