STACK #262 August 2026

MOVIE FEATURE

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Words Glenn Cochrane

From wuxia classics and animated detective adventures to gothic Italian horror, this month’s slate of new Imprint releases has something for every collector. Here are some of the standout additions deserving a place on your shelf.

THE CINEMA OF KING HU:VOLUME ONE (1965-1973) - Limited Edition 4K UHD + Blu-ray Hardbox + Hardcover Booklet

Few filmmakers have shaped martial arts cinema like King Hu. Long before the modern wuxia revival, Hu redefined the genre with balletic action, breathtaking visuals, and stories steeped in folklore. The Cinema of King Hu: Volume One (1965 1973) is a dream release for collectors, bringing together six landmark films across a lavish ten-disc set. Come Drink with Me, Dragon Inn, and A Touch of Zen receive stunning 4K UHD presentations, while the remaining films are presented on Blu-ray. Add an exclusive bonus disc, hours of special features, and a beautifully produced 100-page hardcover booklet, and you’ve got an essential tribute to a true cinematic pioneer. Out Aug 5

THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION (1991-1992) - Limited Edition Blu-ray Hardbox One of the world’s most beloved comic book heroes, Hergé’s intrepid young reporter comes to Blu-ray in The Adventures of Tintin: The Complete Collection . This lavish eight-disc set gathers all 39 beautifully animated episodes from the acclaimed 1991-92 television series, restored in 1080p high definition, alongside the three

BLAKE AND MORTIMER:THE COMPLETE COLLECTION (1997) - Limited Edition Blu-ray Hardbox

Making its worldwide Blu-ray debut , Blake and Mortimer: The Complete Collection brings Edgar P. Jacobs’ beloved comic book heroes to life in a lavish four-disc collector’s edition. Produced by the team behind The Adventures of Tintin , the acclaimed animated series follows Captain Francis Blake and Professor Philip Mortimer as they battle their arch-nemesis Colonel Olrik through tales of

classic Belvision animated feature films. As a bonus, two feature length documentaries explore the enduring legacy of Tintin and his

espionage, ancient mysteries, and rogue science. The set includes all 26 episodes in both upscaled high-definition widescreen and original standard definition presentations, with French and English audio options, plus a premium hardbox and a 40 page hardcover booklet for collectors. Out Aug 19

creator. Presented in a premium hardbox, the collection also includes both the original French audio and English dub, making it the ultimate release for lifelong fans and adventurous newcomers alike. Out Aug 19

DOWNFALL (2004) - Limited Edition 4K UHD + Blu-ray Hardbox + Hardcover Booklet Downfall remains one of the most powerful World War II dramas ever made, anchored by Bruno Ganz’s extraordinary portrayal of Adolf Hitler during the Third Reich’s final days. This limited edition three-disc release presents the acclaimed film in a stunning 4K restoration, alongside the extended cut on Blu-ray. Bonus features include an audio commentary, the feature-length documentary Hitler’s Final Days: The Movie ’Downfall’ , interviews, and a 44-page hardcover

DANGER: DIABOLIK (1968) - Limited Edition 4K UHD + Blu-ray Hardbox + Hardcover Booklet Mario Bava’s Danger: Diabolik is a gloriously psychedelic blend of comic

HERCULES AND THE CAPTIVE WOMEN/ HERCULES INTHE HAUNTED WORLD (1961) - Limited Edition Blu-ray Hardbox Sword-and-sandal adventure meets gothic horror in this limited edition pairing of Hercules and the Captive Women and Mario Bava’s visually spectacular Hercules in the Haunted World . Starring Reg Park as the legendary hero, the two 1961 classics deliver mythological action, monsters, and supernatural thrills in equal measure. Presented in 1080p high definition, the set includes new audio commentaries, interviews, featurettes, trailers, and the original Italian cut of Hercules and the Captive Women , all housed in a premium hardbox. Out Aug 19

SUSPIRIA (2018) - 4K UHD + Blu-ray SteelBook + Poster in Limited Edition Lenticular Hardcase Following its earlier limited edition release, Imprint revisits Luca Guadagnino’s haunting reimagining of Suspiria with a stunning new steelbook edition. Led by unforgettable performances from Dakota Johnson, Tilda Swinton, and Chloë Grace Moretz, this atmospheric nightmare is housed in an exclusive steelbook with a lenticular hardcase and collectible poster. It’s the perfect excuse for collectors to see this modern classic for the first time, or double dip on one of modern horror’s most visually arresting films. Out Aug 19

book style, outrageous action, and tongue-in-cheek humour. Starring John

Phillip Law as the iconic master thief, this cult classic arrives in a limited edition two-disc set, restored in stunning 4K from the original 35mm negative. Bonus features include audio commentaries, featurettes, a video essay, multiple audio options, and a 60-page hardcover booklet, making this an irresistible release for cult cinema fans. Out Aug 19

booklet, making this a must for film lovers. Out Aug 19

• The new Imprint range is for a limited time only, while stocks last.

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