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kal
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| Posted: Thu Oct 13, 2011 1:34 am Post subject: Pulp Fiction [Blu-ray] (1994) |
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Another reference disc! One of my favourites - can't wait! It's in the mail!
Pulp Fiction [Blu-ray] (1994)
(Click on picture to order, hover over for price)
| Quote: | If you've been holding out for the American release of 'Pulp Fiction' on Blu-ray, well, now you can breathe easy. This is simply the best the movie has looked and sounded in years. The new special features are very much worth a gander, even though we would've all liked to see a new commentary for the movie. It's been a long time coming, but finally 'Pulp Fiction' is on Blu-ray, and it gives me great pleasure to highly recommend it.
The Video: Sizing Up the Picture
I've got to say it, 'Pulp Fiction' has never looked better.
Something to keep in mind is that 'Pulp Fiction' has a purposeful aged look, giving it the feel of the pulp magazines it's referencing. So, the visuals aren't going to be crystalline in the way modern action movies look on Blu-ray. The entire movie appears just a tad softer, and a little bit grimier, but it's all adding to the effective storytelling.
Even with the inherently softer appearance of the film itself, you'll still notice the perks of high definition right off the bat when you can see individual hairs poking out of Jules' Jheri curl. Black levels are wonderfully succinct, offering a depth and dimension that is lacking on the DVD version. Colors, even though intended to be muted, are very strong indeed. For example, Uma Thurman's simply crimson lips pop off the screen. Skin tones are always very natural looking. Beads of sweat can be seen clearly running down the face of Marsellus. Chunks of brain and skull are easily noticeable in Jules' hair and on his suit after Vincent blows the head off of Marvin.
Even though the movie has a permeating softness to it, there were a few shots during the Jack Rabbit Slim's scene that seemed just a bit fuzzier than they should have been. The transfer has been freed of any distracting bits of dirt and grime. There are no technical problems to point out. Noticeable DNR and edge enhancement are non-existent. In short, this is the video transfer fans were hoping for.
The Audio: Rating the Sound
Now here's where you'll get an upgrade from the Danish import version. Frankly Lionsgate's new 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio track is every bit as demo-worthy as any of the modern action and adventure movies that have come out on Blu-ray in the past few months. This is a very fun, very energetic mix that uses every channel with purpose.
The rears are alive much of the time, especially during the dance scene and the scenes in the diner. Dialogue is perfectly intelligible, even during Bruce Willis' whispered lines. Gun shots sound a bit tinny, but they've always sounded that way. Actually, the gunshots in 'Pulp Fiction' sound much more realistic than they do in other movies. When Jules lays into his Biblical verses the entire soundstage quakes. The crescendo of his prophetic voice fills the room. LFE has its moments, and when called upon offers a resonate force of bass.
I loved every minute of this engrossing audio mix. It reminded me of the movie's theatrical presentation. Audiophiles and fans alike will find this one a pure treat. |
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MikeEby
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The opening scene in the diner with the venetian blinds in the background looked horrible on DVD. I’m happy to report this scene on the Blu-ray looks terrific.
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Sweet, I'll add this to my list to order.
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Hey did you know the extra's were shot on a Canon L2 Hi8 camcorder?? Excellent!!
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bengalfan
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| Posted: Fri Oct 14, 2011 1:56 pm Post subject: Pulp fiction |
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Kal - 2 versions for sale, 1 has Miramax on cover -- ?? is the difference (if any)? Never seen this and was going to buy it.
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