This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray. The limited edition slipcover (designed by Rich Long) was limited to 2,000 units and is sold out. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.
The crown jewel of sophisticated erotica, filmmaker Cecil Howard's COMMAND CINEMA presents lavish Blu-ray and 4K UHD editions of Howard's own masterworks, alongside those he produced with other hardcore auteurs such as Chuck Vincent, Roberta Findlay, and Armand Weston.
Sandy lives in a large suburban estate with her sexually voracious single mother and her mother's lecherous boyfriend, Robert. After Robert tries to molest her, Sandy decides to run away to the city, hoping to move in with her twin sister. Hitting the road, Sandy is quickly picked up by a strange magician couple whose mastery of spells makes for an otherworldly experience. But upon arriving at her sister’s home, Sandy realizes that she’s unwittingly stumbled into a far far darker and more dangerous situation than she could have ever imagined…
Integrating suspense and the supernatural into a story of a girl on the run, Cecil Howard’s award winning NEON NIGHTS ranks as one of its director’s most unusual and memorable films. Working from an expertly crafted screenplay from regular collaborator Anne Randall (Firestorm) and tackling unsettling themes both in storytelling and visuals, Howard assembles a remarkable cast headlined by Lisa Thatcher (American Desire), Veronica Hart (Roommates, Boogie Nights), Eric Edwards (Sexcapades), Kandi Barbour (Budding of Brie), Jody Maxwell (Expose Me Lovely), and, of course, Jamie Gillis (Seduction of Lyn Carter). Command Cinema proudly brings this memorably unhinged hardcore classic to Blu-ray, newly restored in 4K from its original 35mm camera negatives and supplemented by an astonishing selection of interviews with cast and crew.
directed by: Cecil Howard starring: Kandi Barbour, Lisa Thatcher, Jamie Gillis, Eric Edwards, Linda Vale, Jody Maxwell, Veronica Hart, Jake Teahue, Arcadia Lake, Ashley Moore 1981 / 87 min / 1.37:1 / English DTS-HD MA 1.0
Additional info:
Region Free Blu ray
4k scan and restoration from the original camera negative
Original mono audio
Feature length audio commentary with director Cecil Howard moderated by film historian Casey Scott
Video interview with actress Veronica Hart
Video interview with actor Jamie Gillis
Video interview with actor Eric Edwards
Video interview with cinematographer C. Davis Smith
Original theatrical trailer
Film outtakes with director commentary
Archival image gallery
Reversible cover artwork
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.6666665 / 5 from 219 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Neon Nights, a limited edition Blu-ray and 4K UHD release, impresses with its outstanding restoration, excellent cinematography, and fantastic film quality. The release includes invaluable extras and enticing scenes, making it a must-have for fans of sophisticated erotica. The striking slipcover adds to its appeal, though some may find the content niche.
"Consistently high quality films, most discs (like this one) stacked with solid extras, and beautifully packaged!" — Justin O.
"The film itself is a fun one where the restoration and transfer are excellent." — Huw P.
"- Great restoration - Locations look rich and textured." — Kevin C.
Reviews
A Hodgepodge of dark secrets and Magic !
"I DO NOT expect a Cecil Howard's film to make much sense. His movies are usually all about nice cinematography, style, vibrant colors, nice set designs & decorations, interesting costumes, good looking actors and. . . . that's it. Neon Nights is a perfect example. There are some good sex scenes in it and then there's magic and so-called special effects !! This is a nice release, worth buying though, as there are 4 wonderful interviews with cast and crew. There are also outtakes with director's commentary. The limited edition slipcover is awesome."
— Dennis B. (4/5)
The vibes from this are IMMACULATE
"Literally all style over substance cause I had no idea what was going on. Not that I’m complaining! The only nitpick I have for this release is the poster isn’t the best quality. The slipcover is gorgeous and the poster seems like a picture a lower quality image."
— Taylor S. (4/5)
Dull
"I am not a huge fan of Jamie Gillis, so this may be a biased review. I had much higher hopes for this movie than what it turned out to be. I found it pretty dull and pointless. The lead actress can’t act her way out of a paper bag."
— Dorothy C. (2/5)
"Only for those who know themselves very, very well"
"My first venture into the realm of Command Cinema. A wild and trippy ride filled with taboo subject matter and a cast of your favorite faces. Jamie Gillis is of course here as the dirty creep that is unforgiving with his desires. The magician actor looks like a sleazy, hippy version of Dick Van Dyke. Kandi Barbour is gorgeous, but she has the puffiest, most under-developed nipples/breasts I've ever seen. The scenes blend into each other in a very disoriented, but psychedelic kind of way making me feel like I'm living in a vivid dream or fantasy. The mansion location is pure class. Perfect XXX movie of its time! The bonus interviews with Jamie Gillis, Veronica Hart, and Eric Edwards are a treat! Seems rare to see any interview with these legends. Highly recommended!"
— Allan R. (5/5)
Love It!
"A very streamy Erotica put out by Command video. This was is highly recommended from me!"
— Jerry L. (5/5)
Incredible mood
"My first Cecil Howard but probably not my last. Gorgeous camerawork made amazing by the transfer preserving all the color. Beautiful slipcover."
— Stephen P. (5/5)
Neon Nights - Blu-Ray review
"As long as there is a Veronica Hart scene it is a must buy for me. The story is rather average but the scenes are entertaining. I am not so sure about the covers though. I like them more memorable in order to distinguish the films."
— NIKOS D. (4/5)
Cecil Howard at his peak power!
"I viewed this film on the Neon Nights Peekarama Blu-ray Limited Edition physical media released through Vinegar Syndrome’s sister-website Mélusine and it is the same great premium level of packaging and presentation that you’ve come to expect from the generic releases of this boutique label. No other brand beats Vinegar Syndrome at the cardboard game and this great slipcover is no exception to the consistently fantastic artwork and component quality this company produces. For my full detailed review of Neon Nights, see my entry on Letterboxd: @M4N14K"
— Michael B. (5/5)
Great picture and slipcover
"Great picture and slipcover"
— Edward l. (4/5)
Neon Nights Command Cinema bluray review
"Neon Nights is another gem restored and remastered for bluray from the Command Cinema Vaults. Command Cinema is the company owned and created by Cecil Howard. Their catalog is slowly getting restored by the fine folks at VS. Neon Nights is the next upgrade. This movie is more than a typical adult film. It contains some suspense and supernatural themes. A girl is almost molested by her mom's sleezy boyfriend. She manages to escape and is taken in by a magician couple. She is trying to get to her sisters house. The plot is intriguing and the camerawork is really good. The restoration looks incredible. Compared to what's online it's like years of grime have been washed away. The disc is stacked with many interviews and some outtakes. The OCN slipcover looks really nice. Check this one out!"
— Mark P. (5/5)
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