Unrated Version Extended Scene:
The unrated version extends some scenes of violence throughout the film's duration. The most notable is the
"Tissue Rejection Scene" when the Bride that Herbert and Dan have reconstructed falls apart. The scene was
cut for its original release and only shows us the head begin to fall off. However, here we get to see the whole
deconstruction as the whole bloody mess falls apart in a very graphic and grisly way.
Supplemental Materials:
As I’ve stated before, this is where the disc excels in quality. First things first, there are two cuts presented on this
disc. Side A features the Theatrical Version with some minor cuts and trims. Side B features the uncut Unrated
Version which features the gorier “tissue rejection” scene. Refer to captures below for screen shots.
Commentaries:
There are two commentary tracks found on Side A (Theatrical Version).
Commentary One features Brian Yuzna,
Tom Rainone, and effects team: John Buechler, Mike Deak, Bob Kurtzman, Howard Berger and Screaming Mad George.
This, as one would expect, is full of onset details and information on many of the special effects and how they were
created. This highly informative commentary comes very highly recommended.
Commentary Two features actors Jeffry Combs and Bruce Abbott. This is a much more “fun” commentary with the
two actors reminiscing about the production side. Many times they poke fun at each other’s performances, the
characters and the film overall. Quite a hilarious commentary that also comes recommended.
Behind the Scenes:
On Side B is a 20 minute behind the scenes documentary edited together from tons of interviews and footage all shot
on set while making the movie. It provides a nice look into the work done to make some of the more impressive
make-up effects appear on film. This is a worthwhile featurette to watch.
Deleted Scenes:
Two deleted scenes are presented on Side A:
Meg is re-animated: This is more of a behind-the-scenes look onset while the filming of the scene was done. It
runs about 8 minutes and sets up the scene showing them preparing to film and then we see the full scene without
finished audio or effects. The scene is a continuation of the events that occured right after the end of the first movie.
The title says it all, Meg is re-animated with not-so-good results
Carnival Scene: All this is is Brian Yuzna and Combs talking over photos of the lost scene featuring Dr. Hill’s head
being found by a detective at a carnival.
Dr. West’s Casebook:
A well-produced and highly informative photo gallery found on Side A that provides detail on the making of the film
including filming, special effects, advertising, etc. Highly interesting.
Trailer:
A trailer for the film on Side A that was probably used for home video releases.
Final Thoughts:
Bride of Re-animator is not a perfect film and it’s nowhere near as good as the original, but it does have its moments.
The special make-up effects are very well created by some of the best guys in the business. Many have gone
on to much bigger features and have become quite successful. I had a good time while watching the film, mostly
because of Jeff Combs, he’s just such an interesting actor and I can’t help but smirk whenever he’s on-screen.
Pioneer’s now out-of-print Special edition truly is somewhat special. It does lack in the technical side with poor
video and average sound but it was made while DVD was still in its infancy. Despite that the DVD is truly packed
full of extras that any Re-animator fan will truly enjoy.
Feature: 3/5
Video: 1.5/5
Audio: 2/5
Extras: 4/5
