Wings of Disaster: The Birdemic Trilogy Blu-ray Movie

Rating summary

Movie		2.0
Video		1.5
Audio		3.0
Extras		4.0
Overall		2.5

Wings of Disaster: The Birdemic Trilogy Blu-ray Movie Review

Reviewed by Brian Orndorf April 15, 2023

I’m not sure anyone wanted it, but Severin Films is determined to deliver it. With “Wings of Disaster,” the company looks to build a box set featuring all three “Birdemic” features (yes, there are three of them), looking to celebrate the debatable artistic vision from writer/director James Nguyen, and, if possible, get rid of some overstock with unsold Blu-ray copies of the first two movies.

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Wings of Disaster: The Birdemic Trilogy Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

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Wings of Disaster: The Birdemic Trilogy Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

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Wings of Disaster: The Birdemic Trilogy Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

Birdemic: Shock and Terror

• Commentary #1 features writer/director James Nguyen.

• Commentary #2 features actors Alan Bagh and Whitney Moore.

• Deleted Scenes (HD) include "Cave" (1:38) and "Taking a S%$t" (:18), with the latter more of an outtake than a snipped section of story.

• "'Birdemic' Experience Tour" (12:02, HD) follows writer/director James Nguyen (often clutching a clothes hanger) as he provides intros and Q&As for the feature around the world. It's not entirely clear if he understands the reaction "Birdemic" is receiving from viewers, but he soldiers on, trying to turn his accidental cult movie into a big career move.

• "Movie Close Up" (27:05, SD) is an undated episode of a San Francisco television show, with host Bonnie Steiger interviewing James Nguyen, exploring the burgeoning career of the filmmaker, with "Birdemic: Shock and Terror" going through post-production at the time of the appearance. Nguyen explores his filmmaking inspirations, including Alfred Hitchcock, trying to put his own spin on the animal attack feature, routinely reinforcing the horror elements of the endeavor. Steiger gets as far as a she can with "Birdemic" (she also appears in the movie), soon turning attention to Nguyen's other cinematic achievements, focusing on "Julie and Jack" and "Replica" (trailers are provided for both features). The interviewee also details his love for the production process and use of the San Francisco area for his shoots.

• A Teaser Trailer (1:52, HD) and a Theatrical Trailer (2:31, HD) are included.

Birdemic 2: The Resurrection

• Commentary #1 features writer/director James Nguyen.

• Commentary #2 features actors Alan Bagh and Thomas Favaloro, and producer Jeff Gross.

• Commentary #3 features cinematographer Bobby Hacker and actress Whitney Moore.

• Cast and Crew Interviews (19:30, SD) offer thoughts on the "Birdemic 2" experience from writer/director James Nguyen, producer Jeff Gross, and actors Thomas Favaloro and Alan Bagh.

• Behind the Scenes (4:46, SD) offers viewers a chance to see just how a "Birdemic" picture is put together. While some BTS footage is offered, there's also shtick from Nguyen, which is less enjoyable.

• And a Trailer (3:16, HD) is included.

Birdemic 3: Sea Eagle

• Introduction (3:00, HD) offers time to writer/director James Nguyen, who claims "Birdemic 3" to be his favorite of the trilogy.

• Commentary #1 features writer/director James Nguyen.

• Commentary #2 features actors Ryan Lord, Julia Culbert, and Alan Bagh.

• Commentary #3 features comedian Andy Wood and "his neighbor, Tony."

• Festival Highlights (6:37, HD) follow writer/director James Nguyen and some of the cast of "Birdemic 3" as they celebrate its release at various film festivals.

• And a Trailer (2:30, HD) is included.

Wings of Disaster: The Birdemic Trilogy Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

Severin is simply repackaging the first two "Birdemic" discs here, not upgrading encodes or fixing issues with the filmmaking. A/V is fairly dire at times, perhaps intentionally so. Extras are plentiful, especially for fans of audio commentaries, providing some insight into the making of this cult-ready trilogy.