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THEY HAVE THEIR OWN LANGUAGE…THEIR OWN CODES OF SEX, HONOR AND VENGEANCE…AND THEIR OWN WAY OF CHOOSING A KING.
In the criminal and violent world of modern-day Gypsies based in New York City, their ‘king’ Zharko Stepanowicz passes his leadership to his unwilling grandson, leaving the skipped father resentful.
This critically acclaimed crime drama stars Eric Roberts in his feature film debut, alongside Sterling Hayden, Shelley Winters, Susan Sarandon, Brooke Shields, Annette O’Toole and Judd Hirsch.
Based on the 1975 book King of the Gypsies by Peter Maas.
1500 copies only.
Special Features & Technical Specs:
- 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
- NEW Audio Commentary by film historian/filmmaker Daniel Kremer
- NEW Interview with editor Paul Hirsch
- Trailers From Hell: Michael Schlesinger on “King of the Gypsies”
- Vintage Interview with actor Eric Roberts (1978)
- Trailer
- Audio LPCM 2.0 Mono
- Original Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
- Optional English HOH Subtitles
- Limited Edition slipcase with unique artwork
- Region Coding: Region Free