The Incredible Hulk (2008)

[Devildog151]

The Incredible Hulk Blu-ray

The Incredible Hulk Blu-ray Review

On October 21st it's releasing and it's one of my most anticipated new releases this year. After seeing it three times in theater I definitely will be picking this up.

Universal City, Calif., August 27, 2008 — From the Marvel Universe of the world’s most popular Super Heroes comes the $234.6 million worldwide summer hit that fans have been waiting for as THE INCREDIBLE HULK blasts onto DVD and Blu-ray Hi-Def from Universal Studios Home Entertainment and Marvel Studios on October 21, 2008. Filled with unstoppable action, spectacular visual effects, and non-stop thrills, THE INCREDIBLE HULK is directed by Louis Leterrier and features an all-star cast including Academy Award® nominees Edward Norton and Tim Roth, Liv Tyler and Academy Award® winner William Hurt. The visually spectacular, super-charged release will be available in three versions: a three-disc Special Edition DVD available for a limited time only; a two-disc Blu-ray release, offered in collectible 3D lenticular packaging for a limited time only; and a single-disc DVD edition.

Both the Special Edition DVD and Blu-ray releases include over two hours of bonus extras, including an exclusive, never-before-seen alternate opening and a digital copy of the film that is iPod, PC or MAC compatible. The two-disc Blu-ray set, offering the perfect picture and purest digital sound, will also include all-new, interactive features including My Chat, an innovative application that allows viewers to communicate with friends and family while watching the film for a fully immersive, exclusive experience.

The suspense-filled, action-packed story is the epic tale of Dr. Bruce Banner, whose life has been changed forever by a dose of gamma radiation that transforms him when provoked into the terrifying and powerful Hulk. Though pursued by military leaders intent on harnessing his unbelievable strength as a secret weapon, Banner must call upon the hero within himself to battle an equally powerful adversary, The Abomination.

The single-disc edition includes the film and deleted scenes. In addition to these components, both the Special Edition DVD and the Blu-ray Hi-Def release will include the following:

BONUS FEATURES – SPECIAL EDITION DVD AND BLU-RAYTM HI-DEF:

• Alternate Opening

• The Making of THE INCREDIBLE HULK: An in-depth look at the making of the blockbuster film, featuring interviews with Edward Norton, director Louis Leterrier, and producers Avi Arad, Kevin Feige and Gale Anne Hurd and the entire cast and crew. The documentary covers the film’s innovative take on the character, look and storyline, as well as the casting process, production and profile of director Louis Leterrier.

• Becoming The Hulk: This featurette focuses on Edward Norton’s approach to the iconic role and the incredible visual effects employed by award®-winning studio Rhythm & Hues to create the character on screen.

• Becoming The Abomination: From the first motion-capture session to the visual effects at Rhythm & Hues, viewers go behind the scenes with actor Tim Roth and watch as he transforms both his mind and body into the super villain known as The Abomination.

* • Anatomy of a Hulk Out: Behind-the-scenes looks at three of the movie’s most exciting action sequences: Hulking Out in the Bottling Plant – Go inside the first action sequence of the film where both viewers and the army are given a glimpse of the Hulk to come.
* Hulking Out on Campus – A behind-the-scenes look at the creation of a Hulk action sequence, featuring airplanes, guns, and even a sound machine.
* Hulking Out in Harlem – From pre-visualization animatics to visual effects, this featurette shows how filmmakers created one of the largest action sequences in Marvel film history.

• From Comic Book to Screen: See the incredible comic books come to life courtesy of narration, sound effects and “living” panels of action.

• Feature Commentary With Director Louis Leterrier And Cast

• Digital Copy of THE INCREDIBLE HULK: Compatible with PC, Mac or iPod.

• Deleted Scenes

BONUS FEATURES – EXCLUSIVE TO BLU-RAY HI-DEF:

* • U Control: Universal’s exclusive signature feature, U Control puts viewers one click away from going deeper into the making of the film without ever interrupting the movie, through animated comic book panels, storyboards, early renderings of the visual effects, interactive cast and crew interviews and exclusive information about the characters, back story, and THE INCREDIBLE HULK physics. - Thunderbolt Files – Explore the top-secret files of the forces hunting The Hulk with this interactive feature that takes you deeper into the movie – without ever leaving the film.
* - Scene Explorer – Discover the secrets behind the special effects! Explore all the individual layers that go into an effects-intensive scene with this unique Blu-ray feature.
* - Comic Book Gallery – Enjoy a Hi-Def experience of the classic comic book images that inspired key shots in the movie.

* • BD-LIVE FEATURES – Blu-ray and Playstation3 players with an Internet connection can access exclusive interactive applications that allow viewers to communicate with friends and family while watching the film: - My Chat – Just plug your player into your Internet connection and connect to BD-Live to chat with friends while watching the movie and conduct your very own private screening discussions.
* - My Scenes Sharing – Share your favorite clips with your buddies through the BD Live Internet connection

[Red Hood]

I got my preorder.

[brett_day]

never saw this movie! worth a purchase on blu? is it a good movie?

[Devildog151]

Three good reasons this is a great movie to own.

1. The SQ, if mixed right should be steller.



2. Edward Norton's performance was really good.


3. Of course Liv Tyler.

[wormraper]

#3 makes me drool

[brett_day]

oh man! liv tyler!

Gonna go pre order now!

[Sky_Captain]

Originally Posted by Devildog151

Three good reasons this is a great movie to own.

1. The SQ, if mixed right should be steller.



2. Edward Norton's performance was really good.


3. Of course Liv Tyler.

I'll give ya number 1, but Norton was mediocre in this and Liv Tyler... well, she should just retire altogether. Horrible performance.

[Devildog151]

I was expecting a comment like that. I guess some people are hard to please.

[PS3-Playb3yond]

Originally Posted by Sky_Captain

I'll give ya number 1, but Norton was mediocre in this and Liv Tyler... well, she should just retire altogether. Horrible performance.

Says you lol. I'm sorry but I thought it was 10 times better than the 2003 Hulk movie.

[Lsalas76]

Originally Posted by brett_day

never saw this movie! worth a purchase on blu? is it a good movie?

I thought it was a great movie IMHO. I saw it in Mexico and it was dubbed in Spanish(which the dialogue can get a bit cheesy, nonetheless it was a great movie). This was one movie I really wanted to see a
2nd time, cant wait for the blu-ray. Also this was one of the loudest sounding movies I've ever heard.

It was my 3rd favorite movie of the summer behind Iron Man and The Dark Knight

[haushausman]

Originally Posted by brett_day

never saw this movie! worth a purchase on blu? is it a good movie?

I did a blind-buy and it's top 5 fav BDs for me right now.

Awesome PQ/AQ.. and great storyline. Right there with Ironman

I didn't get the chance to see this in theatres so I'm looking forward to the Blu-Ray release.

[JackKnightStarman]

While I just like Hulk(2003) it didn't have that thrill ride feel. It also didn't have a villianthat could test the Hulk. The Incredible Hulk Had all of this and a tormented Banner. Much better movie. My only complaint...I wish it had more of the Abomination. Small complaint though.

[Agent23]

I never got a chance to see this in the theatre either. But, it's a blind buy for me.

I usually enjoy all the Marvel movies.

The 2003 Hulk I thought was lame thou.

[GreenScar]

First review I've found is up at IGN.com

Movie Score: 8 out of 10

Video and Presentation

Presented in its original theatrical 2.35:1 widescreen aspect ratio, Incredible Hulk looks, in a word, incredible on Blu-ray. The pristine transfer captures every vivid color and sharp detail of the print with precision. There's a nice range in contrast, and the black levels vary from subtle shadow to inky pitch and everything in between. Leterrier's camera is always on the move, but the disc doesn't have a problem keeping up with the rapid-fire action scenes and quick cuts. When it comes to the CGI, the Hulk himself doesn't stand out as a computer graphic, although other effects like helicopter crashes, rain and fire don't fare quite as well. It's a small flaw, but the only one that was particularly evident.
Score: 9 out of 10

Languages and Audio

The Blu-ray release gets a DTS HD Master Audio 5.1 track (as well as Spanish and French tracks in DTS 5.1) that is impressive and engaging. You can practically feel the sound bouncing off the walls. The stereoscopic movement in the action scenes immerses you in deep, rich, thunderous noise, but it's not all bluster. Gunshots and explosions snap from every direction, but there are also subtle noises, like Hulk's low, guttural growls and the tapping of the rain, that come across with nice clarity and make the quieter scenes seem all the more tranquil. Dialogue is sometimes lost in the busy soundscape, but since it's the least important element, that's not a major issue.
Score: 9 out of 10


Extras and Packaging
Score: 9 out of 10

[Devildog151]

Has Tower started shipping yet?

[Eagle_23]

http://dvd.ign.com/articles/917/917691p1.html

First TIH review I've seen. Can't wait to pick this up. Will be blind buying it but think I'll like it.

*link fixed*

[killat0n]

http://www.highdefdiscnews.com/?p=6318

[SBrooks1]

Originally Posted by killat0n

http://www.highdefdiscnews.com/?p=6318

Thank you. Can't wait to see this on Blu!!

Here's the correct IGN link - http://dvd.ign.com/articles/917/917691p1.html

[Eagle_23]

Oddly enough neither reviews mention the Cap scene in the deleted scenes?