Rock'N'Roll Nightmare [Special Edition]

Director: John Fasano John Fasano

Overview

"It was a long time coming, but Rock 'n' Roll Nightmare finally hit DVD thanks to Synapse Films! Jon Mikl Thor's opus can now be appreciated for all of the brilliantly cheesy schlock that it is for the masses that haven't already been indoctrinated into its hardcore fan base. Incredibly, this special edition is packed with new exclusive extras that shed more light on the production, while presenting the film in such a pristine way that was once never believed possible. Accompanying the incredible high-definition widescreen transfer is a Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack that pumps out the jams in surround mode or for those completists out there, the original 2.0 mono track is included as well. Features-wise, the fun starts with a candid audio commentary from Thor and director John Fasano, both of whom have a good time as they recount stories of the rushed production (which was apparently filmed in ten days). On top of that, there's an interview special with Thor as he reminisces on his career and the way that the film has continued to affect it, as well as rare behind-the-scenes footage of the filming and make-up portions of the picture. Two music videos are also on tap, plus in-depth liner notes and a brand-new intro and afterward to the film provided by Thor make this a must-have purchase for the film's devoted audience that have long worn out their VHS copies of the film."

Product Details

Release Date:	06/27/2006
UPC:	0654930305591
Original Release:	1986
Rating:	R
Source:	Synapse Films
Presentation:	[Wide Screen]
Sound:	[Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround]
Language:	English
Time:	1:29:00
Sales rank:	27,967

Special Features

Audio commentary from director John Fasano and Heavy Metal Icon and Star, Jon-Mikl Thor; Revelations of a Rock 'N' Roll Warrior - The life and history of Jon-Mikl Thor featurette; Creating a child-wolf - behind-the-scenes make-up featurette; Rock 'N' Shock memories -- Rare footage from the set of Rock 'N' Roll Nightmare; Music videos for "Energy" and "We Live to Rock"; Liner notes by Ian Jane; New video introduction and afterword by Jon-Mikl Thor

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits

David Lane	max,Actor
Frank Dietz	Roger Eburt
Jillian Peri	Lou Anne
Jon-Mikl Thor	John Triton,Actor
Teresa Simpson	Randy
Adam Fried	Actor
Denise Dicandia	Dee Dee
Liane Abel	Mary Eburt
Jim Cirile	Stig
Gene Kroth	Karl
Jesse D'Angelo	Little Boy
Rusty Hamilton	Seductress
Nancy Bush	Groupie
Lara Daans	Groupie
Chris Finkel	Father
Paula Francescatto	Actor
Tralle O'Farrell	Groupie
Clara Pater	Mother
Carrie Schiffler	Cindy Connelly
Teresa Simson	Actor

Technical Credits

Jon-Mikl Thor

John Fasano	Director,Special Effects
Jerry Landesman	Executive Producer
Jim Cirile	Special Effects
Anthony Bua	Special Effects
Vincent Modica	Special Effects
Jon-Mikl Thor	Producer,Screenwriter
Frank Dietz	Special Effects
Arnold Gargiulo II	Special Effects
John Gibson	Special Effects
Ray Van Doorn	Sound/Sound Designer

Editorial Reviews

Rock fans who kept an ear to the heavy metal underground in the early 80s might remember a band called Thor, a sturdy group of Vikings whose simple sword-n-sorcery riffs were forever overshadowed by the legendary feats of strength performed onstage by their leader and namesake, singer Jon-Mikl Thor. This bodybuilding he-man was known for bending steel rods with his teeth and blowing up hot water bottles with the mighty power of his lungs, all while clad in skimpy chainmail duds and brandishing the occasional sword or mace. While there's always a select audience for this kind of macho bombast, the big hits were not forthcoming, and Jon-Mikl Thor expanded his horizons by exploring the film industry. Written, produced and starring the Canadian muscle-man, Rock 'n' Roll Nightmare is his baby all the way, with plenty of excuses for him to show off his rock chops, flex heroically, and even make it with a naked lady in a shower. Directed by future big budget screenwriter John Fasano (Another 48 Hours, Darkness Falls), this demonic slasher tale is as cheap as they come, with puppets and marionettes as "special effects" and a cast of friends and family members smirking their way through boneheaded dialogue. Giant plot holes, extraneous characters and continuity mishaps are prevalent, and the generous helping of dated hair-metal fashions make the film either insufferable or hilarious, depending on one's tastes. What allows Rock 'n' Roll Nightmare to achieve a certain transcendence is an inspired twist ending which explains away the cliched characters and botched logic of the previous 75 minutes with one simple, ridiculous stroke. Headbangers with an appreciation for clumsy gore will enjoy Rock 'n' Roll Nightmare, and anyone who still believes that heavy metal is the devil's music will be in for a big surprise.