Marius Holst's true drama King of Devil's Island comes to Blu-ray and DVD in October

A new week, and we kick it off with a true story based drama from none other than Scandinavia. Arrow Films Distribution have announced the release of King of Devil's Island for 29th October, on both DVD and Blu-ray.

Made by director Marius Holst, this stars Stellan Skarsgård, Kristoffer Joner, Benjamin Helstad and Trond Nilssen. Described as a stylish slice of Scandi-gloom set in a boys’ correctional centre, it follows the hope and friendship of the boys of Bastøy in the face of adversity, as they desperately attempt to overthrow a brutal regime in the name of freedom.

In it's original Norwegian language with English subtitles, it comes with a 15 certificate, and recommended retail prices of £17.99 for the standard definition, and £19.99 for the Blu-ray.

Synopsis and trailer follow...

Under the guise of rehabilitation, the boys’ daily regime is dictated by mental and physical abuse at the hands of their wardens. Thearrival of new boys Erling and Ivar sparks a chain of events that ultimately ignite rebellion.

King of Devil’s Island explores a sinister moment in Norwegian history that won’t be forgotten.