The Stone Tape Limited Edition Blu-Ray

101 Films presents Nigel Kneale's The Stone Tape (1972), released on Blu-ray for the first time. The Stone Tape was broadcast by the BBC on Christmas Day 1972 and was critically acclaimed. In the film, Kneale uses his characteristic blend of science fiction and supernatural horror to create a frightening effect, and it is considered one of the legendary screenwriter's best works.

A team of scientists, eager to discover a new recording medium, take over a gloomy Gothic mansion that has recently been purchased and renovated by their employer. However, when they move in, they discover that one room is unfinished and that the construction workers refuse to work there. Reports of strange noises and feelings of unease are dismissed. The researchers soon discover that the renovation work on the mansion has disturbed something hidden beneath the stone walls, something ancient and evil.

Special features

Brand new bonus material:

"Children of The Stone Tape" Documentary about the enduring legacy of The Stone Tape

”Out of the Darkness: A Visionary Manxman

Short film about author Nigel Kneale

Commentary with filmmakers Jon Dear and Sean Hogan

Packaged in a limited edition hardcover box set

Set of art cards

Booklet with screenplay

Booklet including "Placememory" by Andy Murray and "Weird Science: The Stone Tape at Fifty" by John Doran

Extras from the archive:

Commentary with Nigel Kneale and film critic Kim Newman

Subtitles: English