NOTE: The below Blu-ray captures were taken directly from the Blu-ray disc.

ADDITION: Arrow Blu-ray (July 2020): Arrow Video presents a new restoration of writer-director Nico Mastorakis' "The Wind" (aka "Edge of Terror"). This dual-layered Blu-ray release features a 4k scan of the original negative (which was approved by Mastorakis) with a reasonably high bitrate. The film appears in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio, with the image opening up on the top and right side of the frame, while showing a tad less on the left side. Aside from the typical boost when jumping from standard definition to 1080p, the image also benefits from the minute level of detail achieved in this 4k transfer. Close-ups reveal all kinds of information not discernible before Arrow's Blu-ray transfer. Colors also look less jaundiced without appearing too blue or teal. The film's multiple darker scenes benefit from a robust contrast, without any visible artifacts. Another great transfer from Arrow.

Arrow gives the option of watching the film in either 2.0 or 5.1 surround audio. Both tracks are DTS-HD Master audio, in 24-bit encoding. Probably the most notable thing about "The Wind" is a score composed by both Stanley Myers (The Wilby Conspiracy,  Eureka, Cimino's The Deer Hunter, Roeg's Insignificance, Harold Becker's The Boost, Pete Walker House of Mortal Sin and Frightmare, etc.) and Hans Zimmer (12 Years a Slave, The Thin Red Line, Broadcast News, Angels and Demons etc.) While this is arguably not their finest work, it is still an interesting listen for fans of both composers, and the inclusion of the complete soundtrack as a bonus feature is worth checking out. There are optional Greek, or English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing on this Region FREE Blu-ray from Arrow Video.

"Blowing The Wind" is a new half-hour interview with director Nico Mastorakis featuring footage from his work, including excised footage. "The Sound of the Wind" features the film's complete soundtrack (composed by Hans Zimmer and Stanley Myers). I always prefer the inclusion of a soundtrack on a separate CD, though here the album is accessible from the bonus features menu, with the score playing over still images from the film. Still a worthwhile extra. My favorite feature on this Blu-ray has got to be the collection of trailers for the films of Nico Mastorakis, which runs over 34-minutes! Trailers for the film (both original and re-issue versions) also make an appearance, as well as an alternate "Edge of Terror" opening credits. There is a reversible sleeve (see below) featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Graham Humphreys and an illustrated collectors’ booklet featuring new writing on the film by critic and author Kat Ellinger.

Fans of Nico Mastorakis will be sure to get their hands on this new Blu-ray from Arrow Video, especially given the new 4k restoration work. While the film leaves me wanting more, it is hard to deny the charms of Meg Foster, Wings Hauser, and a score from Hans Zimmer and Stanley Myers is worth a listen. 

Colin Zavitz