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1977 (DVD: Oct 08)

B&W

USA

Subtitles: Optional for hearing impaired on all items (except audio commentary)

Published/distributed by BFI

ISBN/EAN: 5035673007167

Ratio 1.33:1

Region 2 RUNTIME: 77 mins

Price: £10.99
(Including VAT at 20%)

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Killer of Sheep

Burnett, Charles

Killer of Sheep is an undisputed masterpiece of African-American filmmaking and one of the most poetic, perceptive dramas ever made about family and community. This acclaimed tale of a disillusioned slaughterhouse worker, and the solace to be found in the simplest moments of life, is tender, witty and affectionate. With lovely neorealist photography - capturing the long, hot days of 1970s Los Angeles - and a gorgeous blues soundtrack (Dinah Washington, Paul Robeson and Little Walter all feature) the film has a quiet emotional power. It received widespread critical acclaim following its recent rediscovery and restoration.

Killer of Sheep was one of the first films selected by the Library of Congress for their prestigious National Film Registry, for is cultural significance and artistic importance.

'One of the greatest unseen American movies' The Guardian

Extras
* Exclusive new 20 minute interview with Charles Burnett
* Feature commentary with Charles Burnett and Richard Pea (Programme Director of the Film Society of Lincoln Centre)
* Burnett early shorts: Several Friends (1969, 21 minutes) and The Horse (1973, 13 minutes)
* Fully illustrated booklet.

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