Made after the zombie classic Dawn of the Dead, George A. Romero's Knightriders is both clearly the work of the same director (there are lots of familiar faces from his other films) and a marked change of tone. There's still plenty of action, but it takes the form of jousting by people wearing full medieval armor... while riding motorbikes. Ed Harris, soon to become a major star, is the leader of a troupe of travelling entertainers trying to live their lives according to the ideals of King Arthur - no easy feat in Reagan's America, where the outside world and its financial... realities constantly encroach on their dreams. With a memorably eccentric cast of characters (including make-up effects genius Tom Savini in a major role, and a cameo from novelist Stephen King) and a complex, nuanced script, Knightriders is Romero's warmest and most personal film to date. Special Features: High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) and Standard Definition DVD presentation Optional English SDH subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Audio commentary with George Romero, Tom Savini, John Amplas and Christine Romero The Genesis of a Legend – Star Ed Harris remembers his first leading role A Date with Destiny – Co-star Tom Savini reflects on Knightriders Medieval Maiden – An interview with actress Patricia Tallman Theatrical Trailer TV Spots Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Nat Marsh Collector’s booklet featuring new writing on the film by author and critic Brad Stevens, an archival interview with Romero and a new interview with composer Donald Rubinstein, illustrated with original archive stills and posters [show more]
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD and region B Blu-ray It will require a region B Blu-ray player to play the Blu-ray and DVD or a Region 2 DVD player for the DVD Made after the zombie classic Dawn of the Dead George A Romero s Knightriders is both clearly the work of the same director (there are lots of familiar faces from his other films) and a marked change of tone There is still plenty of action but it takes the form of jousting by people wearing full medieval armour while riding motorbikes Ed Harris soon to become a major star is the leader of a troupe of travelling entertainers trying to live their lives according to the ideals of King Arthur - no easy feat in Reagan s America where the outside world and its financial realities constantly encroach on their dreams With a memorably eccentric cast of characters (including make-up effects genius Tom Savini in a major role and a cameo from novelist Stephen King) and a complex nuanced script Knightriders is Romero&39;s warmest and most personal film to date Special Features High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) and Standard Definition DVD presentation Optional English SDH subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Audio commentary with George Romero Tom Savini John Amplas and Christine Romero The Genesis of a Legend Star Ed Harris remembers his first leading role A Date with Destiny Co-star Tom Savini reflects on Knightriders Medieval Maiden An interview with actress Patricia Tallman Theatrical Trailer TV Spots Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Nat Marsh Actors Ed Harris Gary Lahti Tom Savini Amy Ingersoll Patricia Tallman Christine Forrest Warner Shook Brother Blue Cynthia Adler John Amplas Don Berry Amanda Davies Martin Ferrero Ken Foree & Ken Hixon Director George A Romero Certificate 15 years and over Year 1981 Languages English Subtitles English for the hearing impaired Duration 2 hours and 25 minutes (approx)
George A. Romero directs this action adventure drama in which Ed Harris stars as Billy aka King William, the leader of a group of travelling performers who joust while riding motorcycles. The troupe attempt to maintain an Arthurian way of life despite the pressures and economic state of the real world. But when promoter Bontempi (Martin Ferrero) turns up, his wish to represent the company creates a divide between members and, as tensions rise, Billy finds his leadership status under threat.
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