Bram Stoker's Dracula [Blu-ray] [1992]

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Magnifico!!!

Great movie but the Blu-Ray adaption could have ben better

Excellent Movie - A First Class Blu-ray Presentation

Bram Stoker's Dracula [Blu-ray] [1992]
Starring: Gary Oldman , Cary Elwes , Richard E. Grant , Winona Ryder , and Anthony Hopkins
Director: Francis Ford Coppola
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: Blu-ray

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ASIN: B000UD5LOC
Release Date: 2007-10-22

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Magnifico!!!.......2008-02-06

Totally agree with the other reviewer that this blu-ray transfer of this superlative movie is excellent. It has so been unfairly criticised by so-called movie experts which is totally unjustified. Beautiful colours, inky blacks, crisp sharp image with hardly a trace of grain or artifact. The 5.1 Dolby Digital soundtrack is also sublime with deep rumbling bass and lavish orchestration as befitting this gothic masterpiece. If you allow others with eyes that can't see, to sway you from buying this, it is your loss. Highly recommended in every way...

Great movie but the Blu-Ray adaption could have ben better.......2008-01-25

The movie itself is a fantastic movie and a great interpretation of Bram Stoker's Dracula.

My main critique of this title is the image quality which in my view is not the best blu-ray adaption I've seen. Although the image is certainly better than DVD-quality, it does not have the crystal clear image as some other blu-ray titles.

If you are looking for a great film, then look no further - but if you're looking for something to really show off your brand new Full HD TV and blu-ray player to all your friends, I would look elsewhere. For example Blade Runner Final Cut.

Excellent Movie - A First Class Blu-ray Presentation.......2007-10-30

The Movie: Very little needs to be written about the plot and production values of this 15 year old film. Chances are you've seen it at least once, if not then I would suggest looking further afield for detailed reviews, a few critics have been snippy about small details or overblown minor flaws. This is to be expected regarding a film of such high caliber, there really isn't anything substantial to berate. The movie is one of the all time greats of the 1990's, great plot (faithful to the book) which has been enhanced by F.F. Coppola's production to make the transition from book to film flawless. Rarely dull with real emotion and exciting action and horror sequences.

The Blu-ray Presentation: First of all, the major concern is that this film is advertised as being 2.40:1 aspect ratio - it isn't - it's the same as the original DVD release which is 16:9. Neither is the sound format made entirely clear, the packaging states simply '5.1' but doesn't say weather it's Dolby Digital or DTS. It isn't until you play the film that it becomes clear that it's DD. The picture clarity is excellent - and that's only on a 1080i TV - I'm sure it would be even better with a 1080p capable TV. It's amazing to think that this movie was made before High Definition was an option. The make-up and set design is absolutely flawless - really, quite stunning. Of interesting note, Gary Oldman's make-up is actually much more convincing whist he's portraying the old and decrepit Dracula; His make-up whilst in his 'young' mid 30's guise is actually less believable, but not so much as to be distracting. Winona Ryder's make-up is barely visible as is that of Keanu Reeves. The sets look realistic, solid and vivid, showing up extremely well in HD. The costumes are also flawless and vivid, with great detail visible throughout. This is a subtle movie and is well underplayed. The same can be said of the details that stand out due to the HD presentation. The viewer notices small details such as the beauty of props, sets and costumes that really stand out among the darkness of the overall film. The character of Lucy now stands out as a vivid bold character due to costume, hair and make-up whereas in the SD DVD version of the movie the character is too strong compared to the muted image portrayed, instead coming across as somewhat tarty an scandalous - the bold contrast, colours and clarity now give the character's image a very strong look which matches the personality of the character. The lower price than many Blu-ray movies is also attractive. This release offers a lot, the sound, despite not being DTS is vivid and busy with a lot of attention paid to channel separation and positioning.

Special features: These are numerous, of special note is the collection of deleted scenes, while presented in a rather muddy SD format, they are none-the-less engaging and interesting. There's a whole lot more besides, including several documentaries, trailers and commentaries. You really get the impression that a lot of care and attention has been invested in this movie, from its initial production in 1992 to its late 90's DVD presentation and on to its High Definition Special Edition release. Obviously not the very best Blu-ray release available but certainly apt and well realized treatment for a brilliant movie.

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Director: Margarita Pilikhina
Manufacturer: Video Artists International
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B0002M5SYO
Release Date: 2003-09-24

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