The Babadook is Back!

If it’s in a word, or if it’s in a book you can’t get rid of the Babadook. ba-ba-ba-dook-dook-dook…

A modern horror classic The Babadook blazed through cinema screens back in 2014 scaring any and all audiences with its blend of chills, thrills and psychological menace.

Internationally renowned horror The Babadook saw The Nightingale’s Jennifer Kent make a huge impact with her feature film debut. Now Second Sight Film brings this acclaimed chiller back to life with a brand-new Limited-Edition dual format release featuring the world premiere on 4K UHD plus Blu-ray which will ensure you won’t want to get rid of The Babadook.

This standout film sees Essie Davis, star of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries, as a grief-stricken mother who is desperately trying to bring up her troubled son the best she can, will a new book be the answer to his sleep woes, or is it the beginning of an unimaginable nightmare?

Following the violent death of her husband on the day their son Samuel (Noah Wiseman) was born, Amelia struggles with his erratic behaviour, and is still battling with the never-ending grief. Refusing to celebrate Samuel’s birthday as it’s inextricably linked to such a traumatic time, life is a struggle and the one person who’s always been there for her, her sister Hayley McElhinne’s patience is wearing thin.

As Samuel’s seventh birthday approaches his fears get worse, he’s convinced a monster is coming to get them, and he won’t settle, no matter how many bedtime stories he’s told. When an intriguing storybook appears on the bookshelf, Samuel becomes convinced that the Babadook is the monstrous creature he’s always feared and as Amelia senses the ominous presence herself, she slowly begins to unravel.

The stunning Limited Edition is out now and comes in a stunning rigid slipcase with new artwork by Peter Diamond. Inside is a 150-page hardback book with new essays by Daniel Bird, Anna Bogutskaya, Kat Ellinger, Rich Johnson, Jon Towlson and Laura Venning, archive interview with Jennifer Kent, production stills and original artwork concepts and 6 collectors’ art cards.

The films itself is presented in 4K mastered by the original post production facility and presented in HDR10. It also includes audio Commentary by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas and Josh Nelson as well as a ton of other extras and an exclusive short film Monster.

Features wise there is a fantastic making of They Call Him Mister Babadook, There’s No Place Like Home which is a look at creating the house, two features of the special effects and the stunts and another on creating the book called Illustrating Evil.

Lastly are a slew of interviews with Essie Davis, Hayley McElhinney, Kristina Ceyton, Kristian Moliere, Simon Njoo, Alex Holmes, Alexander Juhasz and Jed Kurzel ranging in subjects and tackling all angles of making the movie and more.

Order your copy of The Babadook Limited Edition 4K / Blu-ray right HERE

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Peter is one of the most seasoned contributors to LoveHorror.com. Hs journey into the heart of horror began in the late 1980s, sparked by an early viewing of the iconic film Predator. This initial foray ignited a passion that has spanned decades, with a particular fondness for horror/sci-fi/action blends, and an unwavering loyalty to zombie movies as his favourite sub-genre. Throughout his career, Peter has lent his expertise and unique voice to various platforms, including other horror-themed websites and magazines, cementing his reputation within the horror community.

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