U.S. label Severin Films will release on Blu-ray Mick Jackson's film Threads (1984). A standard and Limited Edition Blu-ray releases will be available for purchase on January 30.
Synopsis: In September 1984, Threads was aired on the BBC and shocked tens of millions of UK viewers. Four months later, it was broadcast in America and became the most watched basic cable program in history. After more than three decades, it remains one of the most acclaimed and shattering made–for–television movies of all time.
Reece Dinsdale (Coronation Street):, David Brierly (Doctor Who) and Karen Meagher, in a stunning debut performance star in this "graphic and haunting" (People Magazine) docudrama about the effects of a nuclear attack on the working –class city of Sheffield, England as the fabric of society unravels. Directed by Mick Jackson (The Bodyguard, Tuesdays with Moorie) from a screenplay by novelist/playwright Barry Hines (Ken Loach s Kes) and nominated for seven BAFTA Awards.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
NEW 2K REMASTER of the film prepared for this release
Audio Commentary with Director Mick Jackson, Moderated by Film Writer Kier–La Janisse and Severin Films' David Gregory
Audition For the Apocalypse: Interview with Actress, Karen Meagher
Shooting the Annihilation: Interview with Director of Photography, Andrew Dunn
Destruction Designer: Interview with Production Designer, Christopher Robilliard
Interview with Film Writer, Stephen Thrower
U.S. Trailer
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