Kino Announces Kino Repertory Blu-rays, Including Philip Kaufman's 'The Wanderers'

The distributor has added a new label for classic and cult films.

In an early announcement to retailers, Kino has announced the launch of its new Kino Repertory line. The collection will feature restored classic and cult titles curated by Jonathan Hertzberg, the company's Director of Repertory Sales and Acquisitions.

Kino Repertory films will receive theatrical releases first and then head to Blu-ray. Currently announced titles include 'The Pit' and 'The Wanderers.' 

'The Pit' (October 18) - A solitary and strange boy wreaks revenge on the people who harasses him when he makes a disturbing discovery in the depth of a forest.

The Blu-ray will feature a new high-definition transfer and supplements will include: Interviews with Star Sammy Snyders, Star Jeannie Elias, and Screenwriter Ian A. Stuart; Audio Commentary by Paul Corupe of Canuxploitation.com and Film Historian Jason Pichonsky; and a Trailer Gallery.

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'The Wanderers' (TBA) - Set in the Bronx in 1963, the film concerns the titular gang of Italian-American teens and their ongoing power struggle with the rival "Fordham Baldies."

Specs, supplements, and a suggested list price have not been detailed yet.

You can find the latest specs for 'The Pitt' and 'The Wanderers' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under October 18 and PENDING.