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Special Features
- Restored high-definition digital transfer of John Cassavetes’ original 135-minute edit of the film
- Restored high-definition digital transfer of Cassavetes’ 108-minute edit for the 1978 theatrical rerelease
- Video interviews with star Ben Gazzara and producer Al Ruban
- Audio interview with Cassavetes by film historians Michel Ciment and Michael Wilson, conducted after the film’s release
- Stills gallery featuring rare behind-the-scenes production photos
About the Transfer:
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie is presented in their original theatrical aspect ratio of 1.85:1. Black bars at the top and bottom of the screen are normal for this format. This new high-definition digital transfer was created on a Spirit Datacine from a 35mm color reversal internegative. Thousands of instances of dirt, debris, and scratches were removed using the MTI Digital Restoration System. The soundtrack was mastered at 24-bit from a 35mm magnetic audio track, and audio restoration tools were used to reduce clicks, pops, hiss, and crackle. |
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