Man of a Thousand Faces (1957) on Blu-ray

Actor: James Cagney, Dorothy Malone, Jane Greer, Marjorie Rambeau, Robert Evans, Jim Backus, Robert J. Evans
Director: Joseph Pevney
Genre: Drama
Year: 1957
Studio: Arrow Video
Length: 122
Released: 10/29/2019
Rating: Not Rated (MPAA Rating)
Format: DVD
Misc/Special Features: NTSC, Anamorphic, Brand new restoration from the original negative by Arrow Films, High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation, Uncompressed Mono 1.0 PCM audio soundtrack, Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing, New audio commentary by film scholar Tim Lucas, The Man Behind a Thousand Faces, a newly filmed look at Lon Chaney and his legacy by the critic Kim Newman, Image gallery, Original trailer, Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Graham Humphreys, FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Fully Illustrated booklet with a newly commissioned essay by Vic Pratt of the BFI.
Language: English
Subtitles : N/A

DESCRIPTION:

One screen legend pays homage to another in Man of a Thousand Faces, an enthralling biopic which sees Oscar-winning tough guy James Cagney give a multifaceted portrayal of silent cinema legend Lon Chaney. In early horror classics such as The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Phantom of The Opera, Lon Chaney captivated audiences with his vivid personifications of grotesque and afflicted characters. His extraordinary make-up skills, and miraculous ability to completely transform into grisly yet sympathetic and tragic monsters, garnered him international acclaim and the famous moniker of this film’s title. Yet, despite his talent and success, Chaney led a life plagued by hardship and heartache. This insightful film-portrait traces the trajectory of the actor’s career: from impoverished vaudeville clown to Hollywood stardom, whilst also capturing the drama that surrounded his private life. The film is presented here for the first time in dazzling High Definition, with a selection of revealing extras.