Director: Peter Newbrook
Description:
Blending elements of Gothic horror with the more contemporary ingredients of steampunk, THE ASPHYX has emerged from obscurity to become a
cult favourite of the sci-fi/fantasy genre. Utilising an experimental photographic device, a scientist (Robert Stephens) captures what appears to be the image
of the Asphyx - the ancient Greek spirit if the dead. With the help of his adopted son (Robert Powell), he conducts further experiments and conceives of
a way to harness the Asphyx and thereby gain immortality. But as every visionary scientist should know, defying the laws of nature and the spiritual world
unleashes dreadful consequences.
Special features:
• Mastered in HD from the 35mm negative
• Standard UK release version (86 minutes) and
extended US cut (98 minutes)
• Theatrical trailer
• Photo gallery
Film details:
UK 1973 Colour 86 min 2.35:1 1920x1080p Mono
Written and Directed by Peter Newbrook
Produced by John Brittany
Screenplay by Brian Comport
based on a story by Christina Beers and Laurence Beers
Director of Photography: Freddie Young
Music by Bill McGuffie
With Robert Stephens, Robert Powell, Jane Lapot
Product Code: R008
