The Acid House (Second Hand)

Director: Paul McGuigan
Title: The Acid House
Format: DVD
Genre: Drama / Dark Comedy
Starring: Ewen Bremner, Kevin McKidd, Martin Clunes, Jemma Redgrave, Maurice Roëves
Rating: 18

The Acid House is a darkly comic film adaptation of stories by Irvine Welsh, blending surreal humour, social realism, and provocative storytelling.

Film Overview

Adapted from Irvine Welsh’s collection of short stories, the film presents three loosely connected tales exploring identity, fate, and transformation within working-class Scottish life.

The stories follow a football-obsessed youth seeking redemption, a man trapped in an abusive marriage who undergoes a bizarre transformation, and a reckless night out that spirals into chaos, all told with Welsh’s trademark edge and irreverence.

Awards & Recognition

• Based on the work of Irvine Welsh, author of Trainspotting
• Recognised for its bold adaptation of surreal and controversial source material

Special Features

• Theatrical trailer

Condition

Second Hand – Good.

• Original red DVD case included
• Disc present
• Disc appears clean and in good condition
• Case shows light surface wear consistent with age and normal use

Additional Information

• Feature running time: Approx. 106 minutes
• Aspect ratio: 16:9
• Audio: Stereo / Dolby Surround
• Language: English
• Subtitles: English (HOH)
• Region: Region 2 (PAL)
• Colour
• Contains strong language, drug use, and adult themes
• Suitable only for viewers aged 18 and over