The Grifters (1990) - May 7, 2013

[KilloWertz]

Originally Posted by DrexlerMcStyles

no subs. you seem to speak pretty good english though.....

It's not that, but thanks. I have issues with my ears and occasionally my hearing isn't as good as it should be, so subs are always nice to have to fall back on if I miss a line.

I tend to refuse to buy anything without them, but I may have to break down and make an exception one of these days if it's something I really want (like The Dick Van Dyke Show or Jersey Girl). This would have been an automatic blind buy if it was from Lionsgate, but I still might break down and get it.

[Oscar Rothman]

Originally Posted by DrexlerMcStyles

Nope. Just like the DVD, during the intro credits the image doesnt entirely fill the screen. On the DVD there are really small black bars on both sides. On the blu-ray theres only a small black bar on the left. When the movie starts it fills in. However, I noticed during a very early scene in Roys apartment on the DVD, that the clown picture (on the far right of the frame) has a small bit of wall space between it and the edge of the frame. On the blu, the clown frame is right up against the edge of the frame. So the film has been cropped to 1.78. Why? I wish I knew, but that seems to be EBs preferred aspect ratio for matted films

As far as how this thing looks. The blu image has more defined detail, is sharper, colors are more robust and overall it certainly looks more filmic. When I did some back and forth comparison with the DVD it looked soft versus the blu. Film grain is intact and I doubt this Blu saw any DNR, at all. There are a couple night scenes (pulling into the hotel in Phoenix, and Mira getting ice) where the grain is pretty heavy and there is some crush, but overall the film looks good. I will say that there are small white dust specs throughout the film and a rare hair here and there. I wish they werent there but overall they didnt bother me that much. I was expecting the worst with this release and ended up being quite happy with it. Especially for six bucks. Im sure some people with 70 inch screens who are looking for imperfection might not be as happy with it. But from what Ive read about Echo Bridge (I only own one other title by them), this might turn out to be one of their best releases. If your a fan of this film, you will want this disc.

Awesome! Thx for your review

[DrexlerMcStyles]

Anyone else watched this yet? I was curious as to what other peoples thoughts are about the transfer.

[Petyr_Baelish]

Wow. For $5.99 on amazon, you just know this will be a quality release.

[shacmasta]

Originally Posted by KilloWertz

It's not that, but thanks. I have issues with my ears and occasionally my hearing isn't as good as it should be, so subs are always nice to have to fall back on if I miss a line.

I tend to refuse to buy anything without them, but I may have to break down and make an exception one of these days if it's something I really want (like The Dick Van Dyke Show or Jersey Girl). This would have been an automatic blind buy if it was from Lionsgate, but I still might break down and get it.

Yea, same here. Have the same issues with my ears and sometimes it just makes life easier.

[JMK]

The Grifters Blu-ray Review

[Monty70]

Just finished watching my copy that I picked up friday afternoon. The film is a classic in my opinion, with all three leads giving knock out performances. The blu-ray looks as though it comes from a dated HD source, the good news being that no digital manipulation seems to have been performed. (much like many recent Olive films BD releases)

I'm glad to have this one in my HD digital library at all.

[wonkavision]

Wow. This is news to me and at five bucks right now for pre-order, I couldn't help myself. Great little film without one single redeeming character. This movie makes me feel better about myself.

[Spicoli]

Pretty good movie just low replay value hence 5 bucks

[Early Memphis]

Anyone know anything about the different versions of The Grifters. The UK version has the OAR and, apparently, better sound - yet got a slightly worse video rating from BRDC & the same audio rating as the US version. BRDC lists the UK version as Region B (locked is grayed out), yet it's being sold on eBay with no mention of being Region B only. There is also an Italian version with no rating.

UK Version [3/3.5]
Video Codec: MPEG-4 AVC - Resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1 [OAR : 1.85:1]
Audio :: DTS-HD MA 5.1/LPCM 2.0

US Version [3.5/3.5]
Video Codec: MPEG-4 AVC - Resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.78:1 [OAR : 1.85:1]
Audio : DTS-HD MA 2.0

Italian Version [Unrated]
Video Codec: MPEG-4 AVC - Resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1 [OAR : 1.85:1]
Italian Audio : DTS HD-MA 5.1/Dolby Digital 2.0
English Audio: Dolby Digital 2.0

[growler]

Has anyone received their copy from Amazon? Today is release day, 5-7-13. I ordered mid Feb., & do not have a shipping notification.

[Jobla]

I saw a copy of it in a local brick and mortar store today. Was tempted, but will wait for a bit more feedback on this product.

[captveg]

Robert Harris - who is a credited producer on the film - gave it a 3.5 for video. http://www.hometheaterforum.com/topi...rs-in-blu-ray/