Sheba, Baby [Blu-ray]

The item came really fast, in perfect condition.Everything is as described. The story is great - real classic blacksploitation ,picture quality is perfect.100 % entertainment.PAM GRIER is hot as hell.ARROW edition is GREAT.The price is cheap so, don't hesitate - BUY IT NOW!

NICE BLACKEXPLOITATION MOVIE WHEN WILL SUPERFLY COME OUT ON DVD OR BLURAY - REGION 2????

Amazing once again from Arrow Video

Hi good day the P & A Very Good.

Personally I think this is the worst of pam griers films ---- the script is really poor and lets face it you watch these films to see Pam dressed and undressed and she looks far better in the earlier films.

Arrow’s commitment to Pam Grier and her Blaxploitation films of the seventies continues with their latest package Sheba, Baby (1975). By the arrival of the mid-seventies Grier was at the top of her game, coming off such genre classics as Coffy (1973) and Foxy Brown (1974) both directed by Jack Hill and both of which are also available in superb releases from Arrow. Grier’s work for AIP continued in explosive, fashionable style with Sheba, Baby and with new director William Girdler at the helm. Sheba is without doubt a star vehicle that was tailor made for exploiting Grier’s talents. Sheba Shayne is a Chicago private eye who receives a telegram informing her of trouble in her hometown of Louisville. The local mob boss, Pilot (D'Urville Martin) has started to turn up the heat in trying to obtain her father’s loan business. Along with her father Andy (Rudy Challenger), the business is run by his partner Brick Williams (Austin Stoker), an instantly recognisable actor and best known perhaps as Lt. Ethan Bishop from John Carpenter's cult classic Assault on Precinct 13 (1976). After several threats and a near fatal car bomb, Sheba soon realises that the situation is becoming desperately out of control. Despite a few shaky moments in the script (credited to director Girdler and producer David Sheldon), the film is carried in every respect by Grier’s scintillating screen presence, she truly bosses the film, and looks fantastic in every frame. It’s a film that should be enjoyed without too much scrutinising, accept it purely on its surface level and you’ll find yourself smiling a whole lot and lapping up the action. If your intention is to analyse it, then forget it, continuity of dates, Sheba’s small quantity of luggage (there’s a costume change in practically every scene), then you’ll be missing out on the action and overlooking its pure entertainment value. The action scenes are plentiful and arrive fast and furious. Was this film actually rated as PG upon its release? Look out for the car that spins wildly off a grass verge, then look again to see how it misses Grier (on the assumption it was her and not a stunt double) by a matter of inches. It is a pure adrenalin pumping sequence. Yes, the film might be considered as routine and stereotypical, even offensive in relation to its language (the ‘N’ word raises its ugly head on several occasions), and the mob are of course pimped to the max. But you’d be wise to let it go, this is after all a product of its time, and yes, it was almost considered as socially tolerated in the more discriminate social culture of the seventies. Arrow’s 1080p presentation of Sheba, Baby can only be described as flawless. The picture quality is as near to pristine as you could ever wish. Whist it retains a generic low budget look, its colour grading delivers both a natural look and just enough enhancement to emphasise those wonderful vivid colours of the fashions and the times. The whole look manages to achieve a perfect balance. Check out the film’s opening credits, the pin sharp yellow lettering almost pops out from the screen. If they look familiar, you might just make the comparison with Jackie Brown (1997), as director Quentin Tarantino uses the exact same colour and font for his own Pam Grier movie. It’s not only homage, but a deeper example of how Tarantino holds these movies so close to his heart. The Blu-ray audio (Original mono uncompressed PCM) is clean and clear throughout, and allows the film’s soulful score (by Alex Brown and Monk Higgins) to become an integral part of the experience. There are also a couple of great vocals tracks (including the theme) provided by the American R&B/soul singer Barbara Mason. Arrow’s bonus material is both enjoyable and generous. Firstly, there are two audio commentaries, the first featuring producer-screenwriter David Sheldon and is moderated by critic Nathaniel Thompson. The second is provided by Patty Breen the webmaster of WilliamGirdler.com. Breen’s commentary is actually a great deal of fun; it’s a completely relaxed ‘fan’ style narration. Whilst Breen can’t help having fun with the film’s flaws and inconsistencies, it is never in malice and it’s clear she absolutely adores every aspect of the movie. Sheldon: Baby (15mins) is a brand new interview with David Sheldon who discusses his role and his experience working on the movie and alongside director William Girdler. Pam Grier: The AIP Years (12mins) does exactly what it says on the tin and takes a look over the wonder years of the Blaxploitation queen with film historian Chris Poggiali. The original theatrical trailer (2mins) and a selection of publicity shots and lobby cards rounds off a very nice collection of bonus material. Arrow’s packaging consists of a reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sean Phillips, while the booklet features brand new writing on the film by Patty Breen and is illustrated with both archive stills and posters. Overall, Sheba, baby is an excellent package and one that leaves us in hope that Arrow will continue to explore Grier’s later American international Pictures such as Bucktown (1975) and Friday Foster (1975). There’s little doubt that they would certainly be welcomed and appreciated with open arms. Technical Spec: Region: Region A/B Blu-ray / DVD 1/2, Rating: 15, Cat No: FCD1210, Duration: 90 mins, Language: English, Subtitles: English SDH, Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1, Audio: Mono, Discs: 2, Colour Darren Allison, Cinema Retro Magazine

je me le suis repassé plusieurs fois, il est assez inégal, par moments il y a un poil de longueur, mais c'est bien comme tout, on ne s'ennuie pas, l'image est belle. c'est en même temps un peu documentaire de l'époque où ça a été tourné.pour amateurs du genre, un dvd à posseder. je ne l'ai jamais revendu celui-là d'ailleurs.

Altro film d'azione con l'icona del genere degli anni 70 Pam Grier. Non uno dei suoi film più riusciti, comunque sempre godibile.

Was on the hunt for 70’s movies and had to buy this one. Classic Pam Grier in one of her best movies besides Coffy!

監督・脚本は『マニトウ』のウィリアム・ガードラー。爆発・お色気・キャットファイト・水上アクションと、娯楽映画の要素をふんだんに盛り込んでいるが、いかんせん演出がたどたどしいので『コフィー』『フォクシー・ブラウン』といった傑作の域には辿り着いていない。が、パム・ファンなら当然、必見の作品。ユルい部分も作品の味。 今回のパム様の相棒役は『ジョン・カーペンターの要塞警察』の新任署長役でおなじみ、オースティン・ストーカー。 ビデオの画質は良好。ヴィスタ・サイズからのトリミングなので、ＴＶ画面で観ても遜色ない。

The story is virtually fiction. Quality in good condition