The Piano (1993) Jan 20th 2014

[JackTwist]

I received the release a few days ago and cannot be happier. In fact, it blew away any and all expectations I had for this release. For starters, all subs have returned for the sign language and Maori sequences that had been removed from most of the recent releases. The image quality far surpasses the Lionsgate release to the point that I'd label it near reference quality. Its obviously a newer restoration of a print in very good condition. Some of the color scheme is slightly different from the US release but it mirrors the European prints that you can find in earlier trailers for the film. With all of the special features, I'd be curious to know if this was director approved or not. I admire this film more than almost any other and to have this beautiful picture quality was unexpected. The issue of being teal-ified I don't think are warranted but perhaps I'm not the best judge on that issue. The 5.1 mix is also unexpectedly enveloping in a way that transcends previous experiences with the film. I say if you can play region B, purchase away. STRONG RECOMMENDATION.

Edit: Maori.