Why are so many offbeat films, horror and otherwise, showing up on DVD?
DVD is simply following the path of most video formats. The most common consumers of new video technology are male, and “guy movies” generally tend to sell better. Horror and adult films really made VHS what it is today (for what that’s worth), and these genres likewise boosted laserdisc and are doing the same with DVD. Action films, horror, and strange cult items are the strongest sellers, with comedy also strongly in the running. It may be a while before you see a petition for Gandhi on DVD.
