Plot Synopsis:
Oliver Reed and Diana Rigg head an impeccable cast in The Assassination Bureau, a spirited caper inspired by a book co-written by Jack London. Reed plays Ivan, the self-confident chief of an association of hitmen for hire, who will refuse no well-paid offer --especially the lucrative challenge of an aspiring reporter (Rigg). Reasoning that a running cat-and-mouse duel with his henchmen will rid the organization of incompetents, Ivan agrees to become the object of a nonstop hunt. The game is afoot...and Europe is the playground!
Oliver Reed and Diana Rigg head an impeccable cast in The Assassination Bureau, a spirited caper inspired by a book co-written by Jack London. Reed plays Ivan, the self-confident chief of an association of hitmen for hire, who will refuse no well-paid offer –especially the lucrative challenge of an aspiring reporter (Rigg). Reasoning that a running cat-and-mouse duel with his henchmen will rid the organization of incompetents, Ivan agrees to become the object of a nonstop hunt. The game is afoot…and Europe is the playground!
The Assassination Bureau is a lavishly produced comic sendup with unforgettable performances from Oliver Reed & Diana Rigg.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
- 1080p High definition presentation
- NEW Audio Commentary with Vic Pratt from the BFI and Kim Newman (2021)
- NEW Tribute To Diana Rigg Visual Essay by Kat Ellinger
- Theatrical Trailer
- Audio English LPCM 2.0
- Theatrical Trailer
- Optional English subtitles
- Limited Edition slipcase on the first 2000 copies with unique artwork.