Friday the 13th Part VII - The New Blood

The film centers on Tina Shepard, a young woman struggling with her telekinetic powers. During a visit to Crystal Lake, she accidentally frees Jason Voorhees from his watery grave, setting off another deadly massacre. The narrative pits Tina's psychic abilities against Jason's brute force, creating a fresh dynamic within the series.

John Carl Buechler, known for his special effects work, directed and contributed to the film's practical creature effects. Kane Hodder made his first appearance as Jason, a role he would reprise multiple times, becoming iconic in the franchise. Lar Park Lincoln played Tina, delivering a notable performance as the protagonist with supernatural gifts.

The New Blood stands out for integrating supernatural elements into the conventional slasher formula. Its blend of horror motifs and thriller pacing marked a shift for the series, influencing later installments. The movie's production involved Friday Four Films and Sean S. Cunningham Films, maintaining the franchise's connection to its original creator.

Collectors will find this entry available on multiple physical formats, including VHS, Betamax, DVD, and Blu-ray. Its place in the Friday the 13th Collection makes it a key piece for fans of the series, especially due to Kane Hodder's debut as Jason and the film's unique storyline. The varying formats reflect its late 1980s release during a transitional era for home media.