wow, now abko is embracing jodorowsky's films!

www.abkco.com

click on "films"...

don't watch the video if you've never seen the holy mountain, as it gives away the ending...

i still won't believe these are coming out on dvd till i have them in my hand...

I saw the Cannes screening of EL TOPO the other night. The film was introduced by Jodorowsky, and joining him on stage were Jody and Robin Klein, plus Alejandro's two sons. Jodo' spoke in French, and he explained the problems he had had in getting the film released, and how happy he was now that everything had been resolved, and thanked Allan's son and daughter. It was all very emotional.

The film was digitally projected in Hi Definition from the newly restored HD master, and it looked absolutely stunning. ABKCO have restored the original Spanish language version. Earlier in the day I met up with Jody Klein, who gave me a list of the extras you can expect on the upcoming US DVD releases later this year, which will tie in with limited theatrical releases of FANDY Y LIS, EL TOPO and THE HOLY MOUNTAIN.

They've uncovered unseen footage, some great extras, trailers, and he also mentioned that soundtracks are in preparation too. I can't wait to get these on CD!

Best news I've heard all day. EL TOPO and THE HOLY MOUNTAIN are way, way up there on my list. Thanks for the great pic, too.

best,
FBC

I still need to see Fandy y Lis and The Holy Mountain, and I look forward to replacing my El Topo tape. Great news.

Any word on possible new films by Jodorowsky? I know Sons of El Topo is probably dead in the water, but with the rights issues finally settled, maybe there's hope?