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Eastern Promises Blu-ray Review

Score: 66

from 2 reviewers

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Eastern Promises, a gripping film with stellar performances, exudes a unique take on violence.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 70

Eastern Promises mesmerizes with a vivid 1.85:1 1080p VC-1 transfer, showcasing London's dark narrative with lush, cinematic colors and deep blacks, detailed textures, and an almost flawless visual quality, capturing Cronenberg's intense vision.

Audio: 67

The AV package's audio, with its clear thunderclap, omni-directional rainfall, and well-mixed DTS HD Master Audio 5.1 track, creates a menacing atmosphere complemented by Howard Shore's tense score, enhancing the film's visual drama without overpowering it.

Extra: 49

Insights from Cronenberg, Knight, and cast on their research into the Russian mafia for 'Eastern Promises,' highlighting Mortensen's role evolution and behind-the-scenes details like the impactful bathhouse brawl and Watts' motorcycle training.

Movie: 86

Eastern Promises, directed by Cronenberg, delves into the brutal realm of the Russian mob in London, exploring themes of violence and identity through vivid storytelling and visceral imagery.

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