Arthur [Blu-ray] Reviews

"Arthur" remakes the popular 1981 comedy of the same name.  If features enough charm and style, thanks largely to well-modulated performances by a charismatic cast, to entertain viewers (at least those not pre-disposed to dislike Russell Brand) for most of the film, but crashes and burns in a mess of romcom cliches in its final reel.  It lacks some of the darkness and depth that make the 1981 original an enduring success, but merits a rental for the easy pleasures of its first 80 or so minutes.  Audio and video are acceptable but far from spectacular, and extras are fairly sparse, including a featurette blending outakes and electronic press kit-style interviews with the cast and director; seven deleted, extended, and/or alternate scenes; and a gag reel.

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