Rewind @ www.dvdcompare.net - House on the Edge of the Park (The) AKA La casa sperduta nel parco (1980)

R0 America - Brentwood [2002 Release] Subtitles: None Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Non-Anamorphic TV System: NTSC Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 1.0 Case type: Special Case Notes: A PAL > NTSC transfer. Only available in: - the "Roots Of Evil: 4 Movie Set", along with "Christmas Evil", "Deep Red" and "Messiah Of Evil" - the "Tales Of Terror: 10 Movie Set", along with "Christmas Evil", "Circus Of Fear", "Deep Red", "Die, Sister Die!", "Lady Frankenstein", "Messiah Of Evil", "Sister Of Death", "Web Of The Spider" and "The Werewolf And The Vampire Woman" - "Nightmares From the Crypt" 20-movie set (10 discs), with "Moon of the Wolf", "Sisters of Death", "Dominique is Dead", "Deep Red", "Devil's Nightmare", "Cathy's Curse", "Horror Hotel", "God told Me To", "Web of The Spider", "Christmas Evil", "Don't Look In The Basement", "Satanic Rites of Dracula", "Circus of Fear", "Messiah of Evil", "Jack the Ripper", "Die Sister Die", "Lady Frankenstein", "The Werewolf & The Vampire Woman", and "Wolfman". Special thanks to Rewind user electricboy for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R0 Germany - Laser Paradise [2004 Release] Subtitles: None Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Non-Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono German Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Special Case UPC Number: 4012019977958 Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R0 Holland - EC Entertainment [2002 Release] Extras: Theatrical Trailer (2:28) Subtitles: None Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Non-Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Keep Case Notes: An NTSC > PAL transfer. Collectable Booklet containing biography of director Ruggero Deodato There are two different editions of this disc from EC Entertainment: - The first has an English back cover and states that it is "125 min with extras" which is incorrect. This version has both English and German soundtracks. The catalogue number is EC 1006-DVD on the spine and EC 1006 DVD (C) 1998 on the disc. - The second (the edition detailed here) has a German backcover which doesn’t mention that it actually contains a theatrical trailer. The cover wrongly states that there is a German soundtrack. The catalogue number is EC 1004 DVD on the spine and EC 1004B-DVD on the disc Special thanks to Rewind user Åsmund_Utvik for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R0 Holland - EC Entertainment [2006 Release] Remastered Extras: Interviews with director Ruggero Deodato and actor David Hess Stills and Artwork Gallery Theatrical Trailer Subtitles: None Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Keep Case UPC Number: 8717377001920 Notes: The picture and soundtrack have both been re-mastered for this release. Comes with a collectable booklet containing a biography of director Ruggero Deodato. Special thanks to Rewind user electricboy for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R0 United Kingdom - Shameless Screen Entertainment [2011 Release] Extras: 2011 Introduction by actor David Hess (0:14) 2011 Interview with director Ruggero Deodato and actor David Hess (20:56) "Ruggero Deodato and Giovanni Lombardo Radice Face the BBFC" 2011 documentary (47:18) "David Hess on the Cutting of House" 2011 featurette (4:45) Isolated Score (See Notes) Theatrical Trailer (2:33) Start-up Trailers: - "Four Flies on Grey Velvet" - "Cannibal Holocaust" - "Don't Torture a Duckling" DVD-ROM Material: - "Introduction to Poliziotteschi" PDF file Subtitles: English (optional) Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Italian Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Keep Case Notes: The Isolated Score is not a menu option and can only be accessed through your remote. Comes with a reversible cover. Special thanks to Rewind user ecc for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R1 America - Shriek Show/Media Blasters [2002 Release] Extras: 2002 Interviews: - Director Ruggero Deodato (8:40) - Actor David Hess and Family (39:02) - Actor Giovanni Lombardo Radice (16:01) Stills Gallery Trailers (13:49): - "Eaten Alive" - "Seven Bloodstained Orchids" - "The House on the Edge of the Park" - "Zombi 3" - "Zombi 4" Subtitles: None Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Anamorphic TV System: NTSC Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Keep Case Notes: Includes an insert with an essay by Casey Scott. If you have a problem with English subtitles on Ruggero Deodato´s interview, try this: Go to the David Hess interview. During that interview, the disc allows you to turn on the subtitles (even though there aren't any subtitles for that interview). Then switch back to the Deodato interview, which will now play with subtitles. R1 Media Blasters vs R1 Brentwood comparison can be found here. Easter eggs: From the disc's Main Menu go to the "Extras" section. Once you get there, select the "Interviews" menu entry and on the following screen highlight the menu entry that reads "David Hess And Family". Now press the "right" arrow key on your remote control and you will highlight a blood-splattered stain on the screen. Press "enter". Trivia game consisting of 10 questions about the history of the film. If you answer all these questions correctly you will be treated to a music video by David's son, Jessie Hess. The video is then followed by a slide show consisting of the movie's foreign lobby cards Special thanks to Rewind user the13thman for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R2 Austria - NSM Records [2016 Release] Extras: DISC ONE (Blu-ray) DISC TWO (DVD Copy) * The Film Video Commentary by Prof. Dr. Marcus Stiglegger (18:46) German Intro (5:33) German Theatrical Promotion Pictures (38 pictures) (3:13) "Much More" Music Video by Riz Ortolani (5:06) Original English Trailer (2:38) Subtitles: German (forced) Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): Italian Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo German Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo Case type: Special Case UPC Number: 9007150877705 Notes: DVD Title: Der Schlitzer - The Ripper on the Edge Comes with 16-page liner notes booklet inside the Mediabook case with an essay by Martin Beine. The video commentary is in German. Special thanks to Rewind user Christian_Bütikofer for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R2 Italy - Alan Young Pictures [2003 Release] Commentaries: Audio Commentary with director Ruggero Deodato and scriptwriter (2003) Extras: Photo Gallery Theatrical trailer Subtitles: Italian Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): Italian Dolby Digital 5.1 Italian Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Keep Case UPC Number: 8032442201204 Easter eggs: Go to the "Extras" section, underline the writing "Galleria Foto", then press 2 times left and you will see a hand on the table, press enter!! Special thanks to Rewind user madymask for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R2 Scandinavia - Another World Entertainment [2007 Release] Extras: John Morghen Text Interview Ruggero Deodato Filmography Slideshow Bonus Trailers: - "Cannibal Holocaust" - "Puzzle" - "Eaten Alive" - "The New York Ripper" - "The Beyond" - "Zombie Flesh Eaters" - "Cannibal Ferox" - "The New Barbarian" Theatrical Trailer 4-page leaflet Subtitles: Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Italian Dolby Digital 5.1 Italian Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Keep Case UPC Number: 5709498010441, 7035534101445, 3387010013518 Notes: Case incorrectly states a runtime of 91 minutes. Special thanks to Rewind user James_Morton for providing these specifications. Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page
R2 United Kingdom - Vipco [2004 Release] Extras: Photo Gallery Bonus trailer for "Vipco" promo Subtitles: None Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Picture Format: Non-Anamorphic TV System: PAL Soundtrack(s): English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono Case type: Keep Case Have you spotted a mistake in these specifications? If so, let us know via our forums. Return to top of page

OVERALL: Draw

Between the Dutch Region 0 re-release, Austrian release, Italian release and US release for their uncut status and extras. All have differing exclusive extras.

The UK release from Shameless also features a good array of exclusive extras that fans should also consider, despite the cut status of the film. It also has the option of both English and Italian audio tracks.
CUTS:
- R0 America- Brentwood - No cuts (87:44 PAL > NTSC)
- R0 Germany- Laser Paradise - No cuts (87:51 PAL).
- R0 Holland- EC Entertainment - No cuts (90:26 NTSC > PAL)
- R0 Remastered Holland- EC Entertainment - No cuts
- R0 United Kingdom- Shameless Screen Entertainment - Yes, compulsory BBFC cuts (13 of them) totalling 0:42 to the razor assault:
  - Remove sight of razor being traced between woman's breasts
  - Remove sight of razor being traced over woman's breast and nipple
  - Remove sight of razor being traced over woman's breasts and nipples
  - Remove sight of razor being traced over woman's breast and nipple and over her body
  - Remove sight of razor being traced over woman's stomach, with her breast visible
  - Remove sight of razor being eased inside woman's jeans
  - As man approaches woman with razor blade, remove all sight of breast and arm being slashed with razor
  - Remove all sight of razor cutting woman's breast and arm
  - Remove all sight of razor cutting woman's breast and arm (again)
  - Remove all sight of razor cutting woman's breast and arm (again, for a third time)
  - Remove close sight of razor cutting woman's leg, next to her genitals
  - Remove close sight of razor cutting woman's leg, next to her genitals (again)
  - Remove sight of razor cutting down woman's body, between her breasts.
  Substitution maintains the original runtime (87:47 PAL).
- R1 America- Shriek Show/Media Blasters - No cuts (91:27 NTSC)
- R2 Austria- NSM Records - No cuts (87:52 PAL)
- R2 Italy- Alan Young Pictures - No cuts
- R2 Scandinavia- Another World Entertainment - No cuts (87:46 PAL)
- R2 United Kingdom- Vipco - Yes - Compulsory cuts totalling 11:43 to several sequences of sexual violence, humiliating depictions of female nudity and gross violence (76:05 PAL).
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Comparison added by Adrian_Busby on 13/03/02
Comparison last updated by Matthew_B_Harrah on 02/03/23

UPDATE LOG:

28/10/11 - Added UK release from Shameless.
21/07/12 - Added timings and enlivened dead weblink for R1. Corrected BBFC from "requested" cuts to "compulsory" and noted substitution on UK Shameless release. Added runtime to UK Vipco release.
16/10/13 - Added R2 Scandinavia.
19/10/17: Added Austria.
12/02/23: Updated Brentwood release and clean-up. Added
02/03/23: Caps-a-holic.
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House on the Edge of the Park (The) AKA La casa sperduta nel parco (1980)

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