Unearthed Films brings you New Zealand’s supernatural cult classic THE UGLY (Limited Collector’s Edition) on April 21st, 2026. This atmospheric drama-thriller-horror combo delves into the psyche and evolution of a serial killer from his own warped perspective.
Confined to a mental institution, disturbed young serial killer Simon (The Rule of Jenny Pen‘s Paolo Rotondo) is tormented by cruel orderlies and his own personal demons, including “The Ugly”, which compel him to kill.
BLU-RAY LIMITED COLLECTOR’S EDITION CONTENTS:
- NEW 4K restoration of the film from the original 35mm interpositive
- NEW Original Theatrical 2.0 Stereo and 4.0 DTS-HD MA Surround
- NEW Commentary with actors Paolo Rotondo and Rebecca Hobbs, moderated by Nathaniel Thompson
- NEW Scott Reynolds short films ‘A Game with No Rules’ & ‘The M1nute’
- NEW 1997 Radio New Zealand Interview with Scott Reynolds
- NEW Isolated Score
- NEW Photo Gallery
- NEW Original Theatrical Trailer
- NEW The Ugly Visual Essay
- NEW Collectable Booklet
- Reversible Cover
Reviews:
“The Ugly is a little beauty …
a tricky, stylish horror, turning the screws of suspense.”
— David Stratton, Variety
“The Ugly is a little beauty …
a tricky, stylish horror, turning the screws of suspense.”
— David Stratton, Variety
“A chilling and frightening mind game!”
— Tony Timpone, FANGORIA
SPECIAL HONORS:
Sitges Fantasy Film Festival Winner – Best Director
Fantafestival Winner – Best Actor and Best Screenplay
New Zealand Film & TV Awards – Best Design
Puchon Int. Fantastic Film Fest – Citizens Choice Award
THE UGLY (Limited Collector’s Edition) will be available to purchase on April 21st, 2026.
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Hey there, I’m Jim and I’m located in London, UK. I am a Writer and Managing Director here at Grimoire of Horror. A lifelong love of horror and writing has led me down this rabbit hole, allowing me to meet many amazing people and experience some truly original artwork. I specialise in world cinema, manga/graphic novels, and video games but will sometime traverse into the unknown in search of adventure.