International Press Release Arrow Video Press Release: Cruising (1980) (2-Disc 4k UHD Combo) (1 Viewer)

[Ronald Epstein]

Coming to 4K UHD in Feb from Arrow Video
Cruising (1980) 4K UHD

2-DISC 4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS:
Brand new 4K restoration from the original 35mm camera negative by Arrow Films
120-page perfect-bound collector’s book featuring articles from The Village Voice and The New York Times, essays from the film’s extras cast, an introduction from William Friedkin, and an archive interview with Al Pacino
Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sister Hyde
DISC ONE - FEATURE & EXTRAS (4K ULTRA HD):
4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible)
Original lossless English mono audio, 2.0 stereo, and 5.1
Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
Two archive audio commentaries by director William Friedkin, one solo and one moderated by critic and broadcaster Mark Kermode
Brand new commentary featuring original musicians involved with the soundtrack
I Want to Be the Curator, a brand-new interview with actress Karen Allen
Deleted scenes and alternative footage
On-set audio featuring the club scenes and protest coverage
Censored material reels
Theatrical trailer, teasers, and TV spots

DISC TWO - EXTRAS (BLU-RAY):
Walking the Line, a brand-new interview with actor, film consultant, and former police detective Randy Jurgensen
Cut Offs, an interview with editor Bud S. Smith
Who’s That Guy?, an interview with actor Jay Acovone
Pounding the Beat, an interview with actor Mike Starr
Boy on the Bus, an interview with actor Mark Zecca
Mineshaft Memories, an archive interview with Wally Wallace, former manager of the Mineshaft
Breaking the Codes, a brand-new visual essay surrounding the hanky-codes featuring actor and writer David McGillivray
Stop the Movie, a short film by Jim Hubbard capturing the Cruising protests
The History of Cruising, an archival featurette looking at the film’s origins and production
Exorcising Cruising, an archival featurette looking at the controversy surrounding the film and its enduring legacy
William Friedkin’s BeyondFest 2022 Q&A at the American Cinematheque
Extensive image gallery featuring international promotional material, on-set sketches, and more


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[Kevin Antonio (Kev)]

Those bonus features may be enough to get me to open my wallet for this so so film.

 

[Konstantinos]

When they say "Brand new 4k restoration", they mean a newer restoration than the one that was prepared for the previous blu-ray?
Because that wasn't very good...

 

[tenia]

It'll be a new one, which will bypass the revisions applied for the previous/current 4K master.

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[Alexander_Nevermind]

Hard pass.

 

[JoshZ]

I watched the Blu-ray last year, and was very annoyed/disappointed with Friedkin's heavy-handed revisionism of the video transfer. On that mark, I think it's a good thing for Arrow to disregard their previous work and start over.

However, even though I don't necessarily dislike the movie, my feelings about it are mixed enough that I don't personally plan to buy another copy. I'm glad to have watched the movie when I did to understand what all the controversy is about, but it's not the type of thing I'm likely to watch again anytime soon.

 

[Ronald Epstein]

Amazon preorder. See first post.

 

[Konstantinos]

I hear from everyone how great is the new Arrow UHD and then I see this:

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The new 4K release is the one that was manipulated! It was always blue, since 1980. Just like The Exorcist was always blue, since 1973. Friedkin merely restored these two films to their original, theatrical blue grandeur for those previous home video releases, and now Arrow has gotten their grubby hands on Cruising and drained the beautiful cool blue life out of it! Let’s pray they never get their hands on The Exorcist!

Does anyone know if this post, holds any truth in it?

 

[Peter Apruzzese]

That sounds like a gag post.

 

[JoshZ]

I hear from everyone how great is the new Arrow UHD and then I see this:

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Does anyone know if this post, holds any truth in it?

That's definitely nonsense, if not intentional parody. If you watch the prior Arrow Blu-ray (with Friedkin-approved transfer), it's very clear how "digital" and manipulated it looks.

One of the bonus features on the disc has an old interview with the cinematographer, who describes shooting the movie in a desaturated, almost monochromatic style. That isn't at all evident in the Blu-ray transfer, which cranks up all the colors, especially the pervasive blue tint.

 

[DarkVader]

It's a shame that there is no separate Blu-ray release of this new restoration. Not everyone owns a 4K UHD player or can afford the equipment to display a 4K restored film properly.

 

[Robert Crawford]

It's a shame that there is no separate Blu-ray release of this new restoration. Not everyone owns a 4K UHD player or can afford the equipment to display a 4K restored film properly.

Released in 2019 from Arrow and still available for purchase that is derived from a 4K scan:

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[DarkVader]

Released in 2019 from Arrow and still available from a 4K scan:

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SMDH

I am very aware of that release but here's the thing: It is the 2019 revisionist version by director Friedkin that had many "up in arms". It is NOT the original theatrical version that is being offered in Arrow's new 4K UHD release.

 

[Robert Crawford]

I am very aware of that release but here's the thing: It is the 2019 revisionist version by director Friedkin that had many "up in arms". It is NOT the original theatrical version that is being offered in Arrow's new 4K UHD release.

If true, then I don't blame Arrow for not releasing it twice on Blu-ray in a five-year period when they're trying to maximize profitability as a boutique company.

 

[DarkVader]

If true, then I don't blame Arrow for not releasing it twice on Blu-ray in a five-year period when they're trying to maximize profitability as a boutique company.

Good for you....[slow clap]

 

[Robert Crawford]

Good for you....[slow clap]

Don't be snarky!

 

[Sadsack]

There is a demand for the music soundtrack which has had a vinyl release. Would have been great if they could have included it as a music-only audio channel (or CD).

 

[Alexander_Nevermind]

I originally posted a HARD PASS on this but in diving deeper into this film's complicated history and the fact that an effort has been made to restore it to its original theatrical version I've changed my mind and I am purchasing it.

I also agree that the absence of a Blu-ray release to purchase of this version for the fans who do not have the good fortune to own 4K equipment is unfortunate.

 

[tenia]

Released in 2019 from Arrow and still available for purchase that is derived from a 4K scan:

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The UHD release is from a new 4K scan. The 2019 is indeed a revisionist version, while the 2025 UHD doesn't re-apply these changes.
As such, there currently is no BD equivalent of what Arrow are offering on their 2025 UHD release.

 

[tenia]

(Downconverted) comparative caps are now available and wow do they show how digitally filtered the previous restoration was.