Vinegar syndrome bring us "Bloodsuckers from Outer Space", newly scanned and restored in 2k from 16mm negative elements in all its low-budget glory. The film is presented on a single-layered Blu-ray disc in 1080p with a reasonably high bitrate. Though the box says it is in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio, it is transferred in 1.78:1. The film has a heavy amount of grain, but it is not too distracting and it just amplifies its b-movie, drive-in roots. There are the occasional specks and debris in the transfer, but it is not overwhelming and is clearly related to the source.

The soundtrack features period rock music, especially the instantly memorable They're Out For Blood (written by Emilie Aronson, Ann Armstrong and Steve Hughes). The score is credited to actor / art director Rick Garlington and is as cheesy as the production demands. The 1.0 mono (24-bit) track sounds very clear, with dialogue levels coming through crisp. There are optional English SDH subtitles on this Region free Blu-ray disc.

Vinegar syndrome gives us a new commentary with writer/director Glen Coburn, actor Thom Meyers and cinematographer Chad D. Smith. The sound quality of the commentary is a little rough, but it fits with the low-budget quality of the film. There is an exhaustive and informative making-of documentary included here, the 51-minute "34 Years Later". Also here is a 15-minute locations featurette called "Back to Bloodsucker Town" where the cast and crew re-visit and recall certain locations featured in the film. Next up is a 5-minute featurette called "Bloody Arm Rip 101" featuring Richard Taylor and Zack Beins of Bizjack Flemco Productions. This is a fun little piece going into the grueling work behind the grue. There is also a stills gallery with over 100 images from the director's personal collection. A limited edition slipcover is included for the first 1000 units, and there is a rad reversible cover artwork.

"Your father was like a brother to me"... "my father WAS your brother." If that sort of dialogue doesn't float your boat, this movie ain't for you. Bloodsuckers is a fun, tongue-barely-in-cheek low-budget sci-fi/horror Troma-esque gem that has been brought to us by Vinegar Syndrome. The transfer is probably the best this film will ever look, and there are a ton of extras to explore. Highly recommended for the schlocky B-movie crowd. 

Colin Zavitz