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01-06-2008, 02:54 PM
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A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
This commentary has been updated, based upon new information at of 6/08.
One of last year's great theatrical pleasures was Guillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth released by New Line.
Released just after Christmas in both high definition flavors, the film has arrived in high quality.
One interesting attribute of the production is the manipulation of black levels, which in many scenes have been lifted quite dramatically to avoid any semblance of a real black. In other scenes, they play quite normally.
This is an acceptable high definition version of the film when viewed on monitors not over 50",
as above that size DNR and softening of the image becomes noticeable.
For those who have not experienced it on screen, a rental in high def is a wonderful way to go, until this is re-mastered without the loss of resolution.
My only advice is to stay away from reviews and commentaries regarding content, so as not to spoil the dream-like qualities of this work. And please, if at all possible, view in Spanish with English sub-titles.
Recommended, with caveats.
RAH
Last edited by Robert Harris : 06-30-2008 at 08:20 PM.
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01-06-2008, 03:39 PM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
I was very pleased with the Blu-ray Disc when I watched it last week. I almost did not buy this disc, but it seems that Guillermo del Toro's movies always require a subsequent viewing for me to truly appreciate them. This film is a real masterpiece.
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01-06-2008, 06:56 PM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
Agreed RAH and Paul. What a beautiful film. One that leaves you feeling quite changed as a result.
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01-06-2008, 07:48 PM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
I have yet to see this in HD. But I saw the film twice in theaters -- a friday night, and then the next day. I couldn't stop thinking about it.
Definitely picking this one up.
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01-06-2008, 09:42 PM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
I want to add a caution to potential viewers of this film: it's disturbingly violent in places; this caught me off guard and left me shaken afterwards. If you're put off by personal, explicit violence, you might give this one a second thought.
That noted, this is a strong, novel film.
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01-07-2008, 04:24 AM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
I still don't know how to rate this movie. Yes, it is violent in some areas.
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01-07-2008, 07:06 AM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
Great film. Unfortunately New Line saw it fit to apply DNR to the US version. If you like natural film grain and dislike the smoothed over look you are better served with the UK BD or the German DB (no English subtitles on that one, but DTS Spanish).
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01-07-2008, 08:02 AM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
A classic and yes it is violent. Shocking until one realizes this is a non-Hollywood fairytale.
The story takes place in violent times where when things at their worst, people are at their best. A beautiful and moving film.
I've watched my SD version several times and can't wait for my HD disc to arrive.
BTW the extras are great too!
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01-07-2008, 08:41 AM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
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Great film. Unfortunately New Line saw it fit to apply DNR to the US version. If you like natural film grain and dislike the smoothed over look you are better served with the UK BD or the German DB (no English subtitles on that one, but DTS Spanish).
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Yeah, I heard about the complaints beforehand, but I still thought the Region 1 release was excellent.
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01-07-2008, 03:01 PM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
This is one of those movies that I recognize as an excellent piece of work but just don't feel much urge to watch a second time. I found it very depressing.
I'm generally a big fan of Del Toro.
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01-08-2008, 07:50 AM
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Re: A few words about...™ Pan's Labyrinth -- in HD & BD
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Yeah, I heard about the complaints beforehand, but I still thought the Region 1 release was excellent.
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I have not seen the US version. But the stills tell me at least some shots must have suffered from DNR. I know the German BD which has also DNR in a few shots, but is overall free of the problem and looks very good. |
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