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Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9786305972020
Format: Anamorphic, Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, Limited Edition, THX, Widescreen, NTSC
ISBN: 6305972028
Label: Starz / Anchor Bay
Manufacturer: Starz / Anchor Bay
Number Of Items: 2
Publisher: Starz / Anchor Bay
Region Code: 1
Release Date: September 19, 2000
Running Time: 118 minutes
Sales Rank: 76341
Studio: Starz / Anchor Bay
Theatrical Release Date: September 18, 1987
Editorial Review:
Amazon.com:
Hellraiser
Having made his reputation as one of the most prolific and gifted horror writers of his generation (prompting Stephen King to call him 'the future of horror'), Clive Barker made a natural transition to movies with this audacious directorial debut from 1987. Not only did Barker serve up a chilling tale of devilish originality, he also introduced new icons of horror that since have become as popular among genre connoisseurs as Frankenstein's monster and the Wolfman. Foremost among these frightful visions is the sadomasochistic demon affectionately named Pinhead (so named because his pale, bald head is a geometric pincushion and a symbol of eternal pain). Pinhead is the leader of the Cenobites, agents of evil who appear only when someone successfully 'solves' the exotic puzzle box called the Lamont Configuration--a mysterious device that opens the door to Hell. The puzzle's latest victim is Frank (Sean Chapman), who now lives in a gelatinous skeletal state in an upstairs room of the British home just purchased by his newlywed half-brother (Andrew Robinson, best known as the villain from Dirty Harry), who has married one of Frank's former lovers (Claire Higgins). The latter is recruited to supply the cannibalistic Frank with fresh victims, enabling him to reconstitute his own flesh--but will Frank succeed in restoring himself completely? Will Pinhead continue to demonstrate the flesh-ripping pleasures of absolute agony? Your reaction to this description should tell you if you've got the stomach for Barker's film, which has since spawned a number of interesting but inferior sequels. It's definitely not for everyone, but there's no denying that it's become a semiclassic of modern horror. --Jeff Shannon
Hellbound: Hellraiser II
Definitely not one for the weak of stomach, Hellbound: Hellraiser II takes up where the first Hellraiser left off, piling on the gore to near camp levels. Luckily, the 1988 sequel retains enough of British horror-meister Clive Barker's macabre wit--like the original, it's based on a Barker story--to save it from the schlock-heap. Hospitalized following her last misadventure, Kirsty (Ashley Laurence) implores authorities to destroy a bloody bed at the carnage scene, but the enigmatic Dr. Channard (Kenneth Cranham) brings an addled patient there and unleashes a dread Cenobite instead. As if that's not bad enough, Kirsty's getting distress calls from her father, who begs her to rescue him from Hell. When she journeys through Hell's dark labyrinths with a mute puzzle solver, however, Kirsty only finds the evil Pinhead (Doug Bradley) and other bizarro creatures, plus her nasty former stepmother and lascivious Uncle Frank. Much maniacal laughter and skin shedding later, the newfound compadres unlock the puzzle box again to safety. Hellbound isn't genius, but it does have flair, which goes a long way toward offsetting Laurence's leaden acting and occasionally over the top gore. --Diane Garrett
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - These are true horror classics.
These two films are arguebaly the best in the series and considered to be classic 80's horror films. Clive Barker has created a world of horror that was very creative it has a very dark and creepy atmosphere and unlike the later sequals in the series it has a ton of gore and violence (make sure that you get the unrated editions). Hellraiser part 1 and 2 should be watched back to back but only if you have a strong stomach as both films continue the narrative storyline and are both very enjoyable to ... Read More
Rating: - Do not let the flesh murder the spirit.
_For years I was at a loss to explain why I watched the entire Hellraiser series. As a general rule, I avoid horror movies and slasher flicks. Yet, I made it a point to watch this entire series- more than once.
_Then it hit me. All of these movies have a "message." Under all the gore is one central message: "Do not let your flesh murder your spirit." Think about it, every character that is butchered and torn to bits has pretty well deserved it- it was their weakness and ambition that ... Read More
Rating: - It all began very nice..
Nowadays Hellraiser 1 is still very impressive. You will find a good story combined with a very creepy atmosphere and the fine cast really adds some extra value to the movie as well. This is a horror movie Hollywood can use as a blue print of how scary movies should be. Unlike part two, Hellbound, however....that one was a great anticlimax for me. Some of the originally very inventive plot is starting to get annoying then..with the final battle between the Doctor and the Cenobites being ridiculous. ... Read More
Rating: - Classic Hellraiser - At its best!! before the letdowns
I would review these individually, but luckily they fall into the same level of enjoyment. Clearly the best 2 Hellraiser movies ever made. These have everything a horror fan could want. Great enigmatic characters, interesting historical content, a plan and a purpose. What is unique is that we don't get the whole story.... There is so much left to wanting to see into further. It opens itself up to very imaginative alternatives and background follow-up. Sadly though the sequels to follow give us some ... Read More
Rating: - Hellraiser 1 & 2 tin boxset
I've had this limited tin-set of the first 2 Hellraiser movies for about 6 months now. I've watched both DVD's several times and am very impressed with the quality. The widescreen transfer is excellent, the sound is phenomenal in THX. The extras are well done also, i liked the bonus full-length audio commentary tracks for both movies. The only thing that could have been added were the extra "Bonus Interviews" that were on the Collector's Edition VHS editions that came out a few years ago. I'm keeping ... Read More
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