Of Flies and Maggots

A documentary concerning the violent Italian 'poliziotteschi' cinematic movement of the 1970s which, at first glance, seem to be rip-offs of American crime films like DIRTY HARRY or THE GODFATHER, but which really address Italian issues like the Sicilian Mafia and red terrorism. Perhaps even more interesting than the films themselves were the rushed methods of production (stars performing their own stunts, stealing shots, no live sound) and the bleed-over between real-life crime and movie crime.

'Giallo' is Italian for 'yellow', the color of the lurid pulp novels that inspired one of the most intense, extreme and influential genres in movie history. In this unprecedented collection, experience the full chronological evolution of giallo with more than 100 rare and classic trailers from such masters as Mario Bava, Dario Argento, Lucio Fulci, Sergio Martino, Antonio Margheriti, Umberto Lenzi and many more. Then slip on black leather gloves and set the mood with a Bonus CD of legendary soundtrack music from composers that include Ennio Morricone, Riz Ortolani, Bruno Nicolai, Stelvio Cipriani and others, along with all-new featurettes that thrust even deeper into the genre. "But be warned," says Gizmodo.com, "Once you start going down the blood- slicked giallo rabbit hole, you may become dangerously obsessed."

An interview with Blanc about her first real leading role here, her fond memories of her fellow cast members and director, the most vivid memory of having to kiss Gordon Mitchell, and her affinity for making horror

An interview with author and filmmaker Antonio Tentori, included on the Arrow Video Blu-ray box set of "Gothic Fantastico - Four Italian Tales Of Terror" for the film "The Blancheville Monster" (1963).

An interview With Actor Gianfranco De Grassi, included on the Severin Films 4K UHD Blu-ray release of "Night Train Murders" (1975)

A video interview with Paul Muller about his own acting background, his early days in French cinema, his frequent casting in bad guy roles, his experiences watching audiences at his films, and thoughts on some of his key roles in various genres from swashbucklers to horror. [From the Arrow Video "Gothic Fantastico - Four Italian Tales Of Terror" Blu-ray box set as bonus content for the film "Lady Morgan's Vengeance" (1965).]

An interview With Writer/Director Aldo Lado, included on the Severin Films 4K UHD Blu-ray release of "Night Train Murders" (1975)

Italian film devotee Mark Thompson Ashworth introduces "The Blancheville Monster", discussing the many borrowed Poe motifs, differences between the Italian and English dubs (one is technically set in Scotland, the other in France), and Gothic horror ‘touchstones.’ This video is included on the Arrow Video Blu-ray box set of "Gothic Fantastico - Four Italian Tales Of Terror".

An introduction to "Lady Morgan's Vengeance" by Mark Thompson Ashworth talking about the central location, similarities to Castle of Blood, and his preference for this over Bloody Pit.

A feature length documentary on the 1976 film 'The House with Laughing Windows' by Pupi Avati.

Mark Thompson Ashworth discusses the 1966 film "The Third Eye "( or "Il Terzo Occhio"), and its cast and crew, pointing out key figures, including Franco Nero, Erika Blanc, and Olga Sobelli. It includes observations on the contrast between the film’s grisly subject matter—necrophilia and preservation of a dead beloved—and its comparatively elegant visual approach. [Included on the Arrow Video "Gothic Fantastico: Four Italian Tales of Terror" Blu-ray box.]

An interview with actress Erika Blanc, where she returns to humorously discuss working on the 1966 film, The Third Eye. In the interview, Blanc looks back on her work on The Third Eye, which was one of her final black-and-white films; Playing the dual role of Laura and her twin sister Daniela; Her mid-1960s career; And her recollections of co-star Franco Nero, who plays the increasingly unhinged Mino. [Included on the Arrow Video "Gothic Fantastico: Four Italian Tales of Terror" Blu-ray box.]

Documentary about the making of Riccardo Freda's "I vampiri" and Mario Bava's involvement.

A featurette containing interviews with actress Liana Orfei and film historian Fabio Melelli

Feature length documentary on the making of 1993's Skiheads.