Sex & Fury / Female Yakuza: Update
On Saturday, I sat in (quietly) on the commentary track sessions for SEX & FURY and FEMALE YAKUZA TALE with American Cinematheque programmer and Outlaw Masters of Japanese Film author Chris D. It was astonishing how much Chris knew about the people behind the scenes in these films, and his preparation and professionalism will bring a lot to these Panik House releases. He’s also written several bios and essays which will appear on the DVDs, and I included a ton of stills to accompany the text.
Yesterday I received David Zuzelo’s amazing and informative Christina Lindberg bio (which also carries some great images). I also got a press proof of the DVD O-sleeves for both films, and Reiko Ike literally pops off the cover.
The packaging is virtually transparent, and unlike anything I’ve ever seen before. Everything is submitted on these two movies, and I’ll be previewing the final DLT within the next week before they’re off to replication. I can’t wait to see them on store shelves.
