Shatter: Hammer Films 4K Blu-ray Drops May 12
Hammer unveils a 4K restoration of Shatter, starring Stuart Whitman and Ti Lung, complete with extensive special features.
Shatter, a classic crime thriller from Hammer Films, is making its way to 4K Blu-ray with a scheduled release on May 12, 2025. Directed by Michael Carreras, the film stars Hollywood tough guy Stuart Whitman and martial arts sensation Ti Lung. Set in Hong Kong and co-produced with the renowned Shaw Brothers, this thrilling caper immerses audiences into a high-stakes narrative of professional killer Shatter, who is manipulated and pursued in the gritty streets of Hong Kong.
The 4K restoration has been meticulously crafted from the original camera negative, aiming to deliver a visual and auditory experience faithful to its original aesthetic. Accompanying this meticulous restoration are multiple exclusive featurettes. Film enthusiasts can delve into new audio commentaries featuring Asian cinema expert Leon Hunt, film historian Adrian Smith, and more. Additionally, once credited director Monte Hellman shares insights from behind the scenes.
The disc includes an array of content exploring various dimensions of the film: from scholarly examinations of its cultural impact on 1970s cinema to in-depth interviews shedding light on its challenging production in Hong Kong. The thoughtful curation extends beyond the screen with a collection of informative articles and unique insights into the making of Shatter.
Release Contents:
- NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE ORIGINAL CAMERA NEGATIVE: Painstakingly restored visual quality.
- NEW commentary: Enthusiastic discussions by cinema experts Leon Hunt, Adrian Smith, Heidi Honeycutt, and Toby Roan.
- 1998 commentary: Insights from Monte Hellman, Stan Whitman and others.
- Archival interviews and insights: Various interviews tackling continuity challenges and cultural intersections.
- Censored comparison: Exploration of censored versus uncensored versions.
- Gallery: A visual collection complemented with tracks by Dave Lindup.
The booklet features new articles by Bruce G. Hallenbeck, Paul Bramhall, Barry Forshaw, Tim Worthington, and comparisons diving deep into the script's evolution.
Release Date: 12/05/2025
Source: Blu-ray.com