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    Horror Classics Triple Feature, Vol. 2 (Dr. Syn / King of the Zombies / The Vampire Bat)

    Horror Classics Triple Feature, Vol. 2 (Dr. Syn / King of the Zombies / The Vampire Bat)
    Directors: Frank R. Strayer, Jean Yarbrough, Roy William Neill
    Actors: Dick Purcell, Joan Woodbury, Mantan Moreland, Henry Victor, John Archer
    Studio: Rph Productions
    Category: DVD


    This item is no longer available

    Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars 4 reviews
    Sales Rank: 130484

    Format: Black & White, Dvd, Ntsc
    Language: English (Original Language)
    Rating: NR (Not Rated)
    Region: 1
    Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
    Number Of Discs: 1
    Running Time: 207 Minutes
    Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
    Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6

    UPC: 741027161496
    EAN: 0741027161496
    ASIN: B000065Q9O

    Theatrical Release Date: January 21, 1933
    Release Date: May 7, 2002

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    Customer Reviews:

    2 out of 5 stars You get what you pay for   August 19, 2002
    4 out of 4 found this review helpful

    The first film, Dr. Syn, is a fun, old-style, British mystery set in Kent in 1800. A good film, but, a less than perfect print. The transfer is a touch misframed and there are scratches throughout. On the plus side, the dialogue is always understandable and the film appears complete. The second feature, The Vampire Bat, is a good example of a 1930's American "B" picture. An OK film, but, again, the print is in bad shape. At least the framing appears correct and the sound adequate. However, there also looks to be a ten minute chunk missing from the film's middle. While it doesn't render the story incomprehensible it doesn't help either. The final movie, ironically, is the weakest of the group in terms of story, but, the print is in by far the best shape. The contrast is good; the framing appears complete and the film isn't missing any footage. However, the zombie on a Caribbean island story is very dated. Also, I think the picture's racist elements appeared a bit over-the-top even during its initial release in 1941. If you find racial stereotypes offensive avoid this film. I guarantee it will never play again on television. All in all, good value for the money if you accept the limitations of the source material. This isn't The Criterion Collection.


    3 out of 5 stars Dr. Syn??   July 6, 2003
    Bindy Sue Fronkuenschtein (under the rubble)
    2 out of 2 found this review helpful

    This triple feature is so-so. I enjoyed "Dr. Syn", but failed to find any horror in it whatsoever. I recommend it as a good old movie, but not as a scary one. I have no idea why it is included in this collection. As for "King Of The Zombies", well, let's just say it's pretty weak. It has it's humorous moments, both intentional and unintentional, but fails to give even one good shudder. The "zombies" are about as frightening as those in a Scooby Doo cartoon. Their "King" is not very menacing either. "The Vampire Bat" is the real deal. Dwight Frye is his old weird self and Faye Wray is great. Lionel Atwill is quite sinister. I recommend one movie out of the three...


    1 out of 5 stars Poor Print Quality   February 14, 2003
    1 out of 1 found this review helpful

    Having been a fan of all things Dr Syn since my teens (30 years plus) and having the video of this film I was pleased to see it's appearance on DVD.
    However I have to express my disappointment at the quality of the print used for this edition. It is very grainy and full of "scratch marks" from the portion I have so far watched.
    My video print of this film is far superior and I am now hoping for a UK release (where I am based) of this taken from the print used for the video.
    The film is still an enjoyable romp through the Dymchurch Marshes and anything that promotes DR Syn should be encouraged.
    Here's waiting for Disney to release their version "The Scarecrow" on DVD.



    5 out of 5 stars Three cheers - Dr Syn on DVD   June 30, 2007
    Oliver W. Bedford (Queenscliff, NSW Australia)
    I'm giving 5 out of 5 just because Dr Syn is one of my favourites and it needed to be on DVD.
    And if any of you wonder what is the rather haunting hymn being played and sung in that early scene in the village church, its "We've no abiding city here" by the famous Irish hymn writer Thomas Kelly, to George Frederick Handel's tune "Cannons" (named not after guns but after the palatial home of Handel's patron, the Duke of Chandos).
    Buy the DVD for Dr Syn, even if you don't want to watch the two other movies.



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