Coming to Blu-ray on February 4th: Lars von Trier's THE HOUSE THAT JACK BUILT and the Soska Sisters' RABID Redo!

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THE HOUSE THAT JACK BUILT finally makes its North American debut (it was released on DVD & Blu-ray in Australia by Umbrella Entertainment last year) and comes complete with both the theatrical and director's cuts of the film! Also due out the same day is the Soska Sisters' (DEAD HOOKER IN A TRUNK, AMERICAN MARY, SEE NO EVIL 2) remake of David Cronenberg's RABID. I'm a fan of the classic original, which features Marilyn Chambers as the unfortunate victim that spreads a viral madness to every man she mounts, so I'm a bit wary of this contemporary retelling. Let's take a closer look at both of these new releases, shall we?

THE HOUSE THAT JACK  BUILT (2018)

Synopsis: Boundary-pushing cinematic visionary Lars von Trier (ANTICHRIST) returns with one of his most daring, masterfully provocative works yet. In five audacious episodes, failed architect and arch-sociopath Jack (Matt Dillon) recounts the elaborately orchestrated murders — each, as he views them, as a towering work of art — that define his "career" as a serial killer. Mixing pitch-black humor, transcendent surrealism, and renegade musings on everything from history to architecture to cinema itself, von Trier fashions a radical, blazingly personal inquiry into violence, art, and the twin acts of creation and destruction. Uma Thurman, Riley Keough, and Bruno Ganz co-star.

Disc Specs:
Rated R | Color | 151 & 152 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (2.40:1)
Audio - English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 & 2.0

Extras:

• Includes Both The Theatrical Cut And Director's Cut Of The Film!
• Sonning Prize: An Interview With Director Lars Von Trier!
• Teaser Trailer
• Theatrical Trailer

Scream Factory's release of THE HOUSE THAT JACK BUILT will be available on Tuesday, February 4th wherever Blu-rays are sold, and should cost between $18 - $19! Get your copy now from AMAZON, BULL MOOSE, DIABOLIK DVD, or directly from SHOUT! FACTORY.

RABID (2019)

Synopsis: A gruesome accident ... an experimental treatment ... an unstoppable nightmare. Jen and Sylvia Soska bring you a terrifying new take on the legendary David Cronenberg's RABID.

Demure and unassuming fashion designer Sarah (Laura Vandervoort - JIGSAW), horribly disfigured after a grisly collision, agrees to undergo an untested procedure involving stem cells to restore her damaged face. This miracle cure causes her to recover beyond her wildest imagination: Sarah now looks as beautiful as the models she works with. But as her confidence – and her sexual appetite – grows, it comes with a price: Sarah is now the carrier of a contagion that causes her lovers to become violent spreaders of death. As the disease spirals out of control, time is running out in the race to find a cure.

Disc Specs:
Not Rated | Color | 107 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 & 2.0

Extras:

• Audio Commentary With Directors & Writers Jen & Sylvia Soska!
• Interview With Actress Laura Vandervoort!
• Trailer

The Soskas' RABID also arrives on Blu-ray on February 4th, and should cost between $18 - $19! Order this remake today from AMAZON, BULL MOOSE, DIABOLIK DVD, or directly from SHOUT! FACTORY.

Shout! Studios Set to Distribute the Soska Sisters' Remake of Cronenberg's RABID!

Original promo poster for David Cronenberg's RABID.
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Hey Vault Dwellers! We recently got word that Jen and Sylvia Soska, the duo behind AMERICAN MARY, SEE NO EVIL 2, and VENDETTA, are prepping to remake David Cronenberg's 1977 film, RABID! The original film stars Marilyn Chambers as Rose, a young woman that receives an experimental surgery after a terrible motorcycle accident. Though it seems like a success at first, the series of skin grafts that Rose underwent result in a mutation, essentially cursing her with a blood-sucking vagina under her armpit, that infects people and turns them.... rabid!

The Soska Sisters are currently in the pre-production stage, and are planning to start principal photography in April. Working alongside screenwriter John Serge (who has worked exclusively on made-for-TV movies until now) the Soskas have adapted their screenplay from the original film. Shout! Studios has secured the U.S. rights to distribute the RABID redo across all digital platforms, while Back 40 Pictures will be handling theatrical distribution.

Jen and Sylvia had this to say about their latest production:

"It's a tremendous honor to be re-imaging David's 1977 body horror classic, RABID, with such incredible support behind us. We are not fans of soulless remakes as seems to be the trend these days as they disrespect the fans and the original body of work. Our RABID is a continuation of the thoughts and conversation David started with his original piece and modernized through a female perspective.

This film will truly honor not only the original, but Cronenberg's entire body of work which would not have been possible without a team behind us that cares about the artist and well as the fans. Shout! Studios has always put the fans first and this film will blow audiences away with its authenticity and elevated horror."

Currently, this is all the information that is available on the upcoming RABID remake, so stay tuned for more details as they are released Vault Dwellers! For additional details and future updates, be sure to like the RABID Facebook Page! And while you wait for the remake, why not give the original film a look if you haven't already? Watch the trailer below, and considering buying it on Blu-ray HERE! Hate remakes? Well maybe this article from the Vault archives will help put your mind at ease!