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Film Synopsis
The New Centurions (1972) follows three rookie police officers assigned to patrol the streets of Los Angeles as they begin their careers under experienced partners. As daily exposure to violence, crime, and personal sacrifice takes its toll, their ambitions, relationships, and psychological stability are tested by the demands of police work. This crime drama blends procedural realism, psychological character study, and urban social commentary while examining the emotional cost of law enforcement and the loss of idealism.
The New Centurions Blu-ray & DVD editions
See which disc extras are included across selected editions.
| Disc Extras | Twilight Time BD-ALL/US/OOP 2018 | Indicator BD-ALL/UK 2017 | Carlotta BD-B/FR 2016 | Sony DVD-1/US/OOP 2008 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Commentary by Actor Scott Wilson, Moderated by Nick Redman | ||||
| Audio Commentary by Lee Pfeiffer and Paul Scrabo | ||||
| Introduction by Nicolas Saada | ||||
| Cop Stories - Interviews with Writer Joseph Wambaugh, Actors Stacey Keach and Richard E. Kalk, and First Assistant Camera Operator Ronald Vidor | ||||
| Martini Minutes: How to Hold Your Liquor | ||||
| Martini Minutes: How to Pull Off a Heist | ||||
| Chronique Humaniste - Interview with Nicolas Boukhrief | ||||
| Super 8 Version | ||||
| Isolated Music Track | ||||
| Theatrical Trailer |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Twilight Time’s Blu-ray includes an 8-page booklet with writing by Julie Kirgo.
- Indicator’s Blu-ray includes a 24-page booklet with writing by Nick Pinkerton (“The New Centurions”), Jeff Billington (“The New Centurions – Critical Response: From Page to Screen”), and production notes (“Precinct 45/Los Angeles”).
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