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David Robert Mitchell's superb 2014 horror film, It Follows, has been released in 4k via Second Sight, which follows the domestic Anchor Bay Blu-ray.
Question is - how much of a difference is there between the two, or is there any difference at all.
The answer is "yes," there is a difference, albeit not earth-shattering.
However, that doesn't tell the entire story, for fans of the film may want to double-dip not for the bit of 4k upgrade, but rather for the additions and extras, which include a new Dolby Atmos track as well as eight new commentaries and interviews.
I enjoyed the film, and for me, the Atmos track would be a benefit, even if I didn't get around to the extras.
The new 4k is not inexpensive as it also comes either as a boxed set with a new 150 page book, or as a basic 4k. The boxed set is currently available for around $55. The standard 4k is going for $40.
I'd normally take the position that if you don't have the film, and you're a horror fan, just go for the 4k, but in this case, since the Blu-ray has been around for it bit, it can be had for $10.
For the difference one could order the Big fries.
Image – 5 (Dolby Vision)
Audio – 5 (Dolby Atmos)
Pass / Fail – Pass
Plays nicely with projectors - Yes
Makes use of and works well in 4k - 7
Worth your attention - 7.5
Upgrade from Blu-ray - If you love the film - for the extras and Dolby Atmos
Highly Recommended
RAH
Question is - how much of a difference is there between the two, or is there any difference at all.
The answer is "yes," there is a difference, albeit not earth-shattering.
However, that doesn't tell the entire story, for fans of the film may want to double-dip not for the bit of 4k upgrade, but rather for the additions and extras, which include a new Dolby Atmos track as well as eight new commentaries and interviews.
I enjoyed the film, and for me, the Atmos track would be a benefit, even if I didn't get around to the extras.
The new 4k is not inexpensive as it also comes either as a boxed set with a new 150 page book, or as a basic 4k. The boxed set is currently available for around $55. The standard 4k is going for $40.
I'd normally take the position that if you don't have the film, and you're a horror fan, just go for the 4k, but in this case, since the Blu-ray has been around for it bit, it can be had for $10.
For the difference one could order the Big fries.
Image – 5 (Dolby Vision)
Audio – 5 (Dolby Atmos)
Pass / Fail – Pass
Plays nicely with projectors - Yes
Makes use of and works well in 4k - 7
Worth your attention - 7.5
Upgrade from Blu-ray - If you love the film - for the extras and Dolby Atmos
Highly Recommended
RAH
