Directed by: Josh Becker
Written by: Josh Becker, Scott Spiegel, Sheldon Lettich, Bruce Campbell
Starring: Brian Shulz, Sam Raimi, Robert Rickman, John Manfredi, Tim Quill
The cracked fever dream of a movie titled Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except is best known for its impressive Evil Dead pedigree, featuring several key players from that classic indie film both in front of and behind the camera.
Spearheaded by Josh Becker (who worked on The Evil Dead ’s second unit) and Scott Spiegel (co-writer of Evil Dead 2), this “Marines vs. the Manson family” saga from 1985 has built a solid cult of its own over the years. Much like The Evil Dead, it began as a short film made to raise funds for a feature-length production. The shot-on-8mm Stryker’s War (also the alternate title for the feature) starred Bruce Campbell as Sergeant Stryker and included much of the same plot and dialogue.
Written by: Josh Becker, Scott Spiegel, Sheldon Lettich, Bruce Campbell
Starring: Brian Shulz, Sam Raimi, Robert Rickman, John Manfredi, Tim Quill
The cracked fever dream of a movie titled Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except is best known for its impressive Evil Dead pedigree, featuring several key players from that classic indie film both in front of and behind the camera.
Spearheaded by Josh Becker (who worked on The Evil Dead ’s second unit) and Scott Spiegel (co-writer of Evil Dead 2), this “Marines vs. the Manson family” saga from 1985 has built a solid cult of its own over the years. Much like The Evil Dead, it began as a short film made to raise funds for a feature-length production. The shot-on-8mm Stryker’s War (also the alternate title for the feature) starred Bruce Campbell as Sergeant Stryker and included much of the same plot and dialogue.
- 5/22/2012
- by Bradley Harding
- Planet Fury
by MoreHorror.com
The 1985 classic film Thou Shalt Not Kill… Except (Stryker’s War) is heading to Blu-ray on March 13, 2012 from the indie film company Synapse Films.
As with the companies past releases, the movie will be loaded with extra features, including a reversible cover (see, there are still reasons to purchase physical movies). You can read about the movie and features below from the official release.
From the Offical Press Release
“Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his ex-girlfriend (Cheryl Hausen) has been kidnapped by a religious cult with a vicious Manson-like leader (played by The Evil Dead and Spider-man trilogy director, Sam Raimi). Stryker teams up with some marine friends to form an assassination squad and annihilate the gang of crazed killers.
The 1985 classic film Thou Shalt Not Kill… Except (Stryker’s War) is heading to Blu-ray on March 13, 2012 from the indie film company Synapse Films.
As with the companies past releases, the movie will be loaded with extra features, including a reversible cover (see, there are still reasons to purchase physical movies). You can read about the movie and features below from the official release.
From the Offical Press Release
“Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his ex-girlfriend (Cheryl Hausen) has been kidnapped by a religious cult with a vicious Manson-like leader (played by The Evil Dead and Spider-man trilogy director, Sam Raimi). Stryker teams up with some marine friends to form an assassination squad and annihilate the gang of crazed killers.
- 12/29/2011
- by admin
- MoreHorror
Synapse Films is releasing exploitation classic Thou Shalt Not Kill...Except! on Blu-Ray and DVD - and there is a good chance you won't want to miss it. The flick stars Sam Raimi as a "Manson-like cult leader" in a story co-written by Bruce Campbell. The flick also features Evil Dead franchise stars Ted Raimi, Timothy Patrick Quill, Scott Spiegel, and composer Joe LoDuca. Check out all the meaty special features after the jump. From the press release: Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his...
- 12/22/2011
- FEARnet
Oh, Synapse Films. How we love you. Every once in a while you guys bring out a little gem that we've long forgotten about. This is easily one of those times. Strap in, kids! Thou Shalt Not Kill ... Except is on its way to Blu-ray and DVD, and it's heavy on the extras!
From the Press Release:
Synapse Films proudly presents Thou Shalt Not Kill ... Except in an all-new 2K high-definition transfer from the original negative. Directed by Josh Becker, this “must see” (Detroit Free Press) cult classic features many of the creative personnel responsible for The Evil Dead, including co-writer Bruce Campbell, writer/producer Scott Spiegel (Intruder), composer Joseph LoDuca, and actor Ted Raimi.
Synopsis
Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war,...
From the Press Release:
Synapse Films proudly presents Thou Shalt Not Kill ... Except in an all-new 2K high-definition transfer from the original negative. Directed by Josh Becker, this “must see” (Detroit Free Press) cult classic features many of the creative personnel responsible for The Evil Dead, including co-writer Bruce Campbell, writer/producer Scott Spiegel (Intruder), composer Joseph LoDuca, and actor Ted Raimi.
Synopsis
Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war,...
- 12/21/2011
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Synapse is releasing Thou Shalt Not Kill… Except in March, 2012 as a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack. The film was by Josh Becker, co-written by Bruce Campbell and stars Sam Raimi, Ted Raimi, Scott Spiegel, and Brian Schulz.
Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his ex-girlfriend (Cheryl Hausen) has been kidnapped by a religious cult with a vicious Manson-like leader (played by The Evil Dead and Spider-man trilogy director, Sam Raimi). Stryker teams up with his marine buddies to form an assassination squad to annihilate the gang of crazed killers.
Synapse Films proudly presents Thou Shalt Not Kill… Except in an all-new 2K high-definition transfer from the original negative. Directed by Josh Becker, this “must see” (Detroit Free Press) cult...
Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his ex-girlfriend (Cheryl Hausen) has been kidnapped by a religious cult with a vicious Manson-like leader (played by The Evil Dead and Spider-man trilogy director, Sam Raimi). Stryker teams up with his marine buddies to form an assassination squad to annihilate the gang of crazed killers.
Synapse Films proudly presents Thou Shalt Not Kill… Except in an all-new 2K high-definition transfer from the original negative. Directed by Josh Becker, this “must see” (Detroit Free Press) cult...
- 12/21/2011
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Our second hot home video announcement comes to us from Synapse Films, who are releasing Josh Becker's Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except on Blu-ray/DVD combo. Following up their outstanding Intruder combo pack, I expect great things from this disc. Details follow:SynopsisWHEN Violence Demands Revenge...The Exploitation Action Classic From The People Who Brought You The Evil Dead And Evil Dead 2!Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning. Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his ex-girlfriend (Cheryl Hausen) has been kidnapped by a religious cult with a vicious Manson-like leader (played by The Evil Dead and Spider-man trilogy director, Sam Raimi). Stryker...
- 12/21/2011
- Screen Anarchy
Vietnam, 1969. War is Hell. For Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker (Brian Schulz), however, Hell is just the beginning.
Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his ex-girlfriend (Cheryl Hausen) has been kidnapped by a religious cult with a vicious Manson-like leader (played by Sam Raimi). Stryker teams up with his marine buddies to form an assassination squad to annihilate the gang of crazed killers.
Synapse Films proudly presents Thou Shalt Not Kill...Except in an all-new 2K high-definition transfer from the original negative.
Read more...
Trapped outside a Viet Cong village, Stryker takes two bullets to the leg. Sent home from the war, he discovers his ex-girlfriend (Cheryl Hausen) has been kidnapped by a religious cult with a vicious Manson-like leader (played by Sam Raimi). Stryker teams up with his marine buddies to form an assassination squad to annihilate the gang of crazed killers.
Synapse Films proudly presents Thou Shalt Not Kill...Except in an all-new 2K high-definition transfer from the original negative.
Read more...
- 12/21/2011
- by ryanrotten@shocktillyoudrop.com (Ryan Turek)
- shocktillyoudrop.com
In 1982, First Blood set off a chain reaction of “Namsploitation” films about Vietnam veterans thrust into danger yet again. The film proved that, in the 1980s, no badass was complete without a tour of duty in Nam on his resume. Now everybody knows who Rambo is but this list is dedicated to the lesser-known, direct-to-video heroes. Some are genuinely cool – most are unintentionally hilarious – but all are certifiably badass.
10. Scott Monroe & Billy Thomas, Cage (1989)
In Nam, Billy (Lou Ferrigno) saved the life of his buddy Scott (Reb Brown) but was shot in the head doing so. The brain damage essentially turned Billy into a very large man-child. Now Scott takes care of him, like a testosterone-fueled rendition of Of Mice and Men. The two friends open a bar together after the war but are harassed by local thugs. Billy is tricked into underground cage fighting, so naturally Scott has to save him…...
10. Scott Monroe & Billy Thomas, Cage (1989)
In Nam, Billy (Lou Ferrigno) saved the life of his buddy Scott (Reb Brown) but was shot in the head doing so. The brain damage essentially turned Billy into a very large man-child. Now Scott takes care of him, like a testosterone-fueled rendition of Of Mice and Men. The two friends open a bar together after the war but are harassed by local thugs. Billy is tricked into underground cage fighting, so naturally Scott has to save him…...
- 1/31/2011
- by Heather Seebach
- Killer Films
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