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Avatar: The Way of Water 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review

DigiPack Collector's Edition

Score: 95

from 4 reviewers

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Avatar: The Way of Water 4K UHD dazzles with cutting-edge CG imagery, a definitive collector's edition loaded with special features, and stunning packaging.

Avatar: The Way of Water 4K UHD Blu-ray Front Cover

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True 4K

HDR10

Dolby Vision

Dolby Atmos

DTS-HD MA

Dolby TrueHD

Video: 97

The 4K UHD Blu-ray of 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is a flawless visual spectacle. Utilizing native 4K capture with Sony CineAlta Venice 3D cameras, it offers stunning visuals in 1.85:1, enhanced by HDR10/Dolby Vision. The levels of detail, color vividness, and contrast make this a full demo disc for 4K enthusiasts.

Audio: 97

The 4K UHD Blu-ray of "Avatar: The Way of Water" presents an exceptional Dolby Atmos mix, offering a wide, immersive soundstage with dynamic height and surround channel activity, robust bass, and clear dialogue. The soundtrack is expertly layered, delivering a top-tier home theater experience with additional DTS and Dolby Digital audio options.

Extra: 94

The extras for "Avatar: The Way of Water" 4K UHD Blu-ray elevate the initial release to exemplary status with insightful features, such as Jon Landau's engaging behind-the-scenes glimpses, detailed production and design panels, and extensive scene deconstructions. Despite lavish packaging, which can be cumbersome, the set offers over eight hours of comprehensive content that provides a deep dive into the technical and creative processes behind the film.

Movie: 83

Avatar: The Way of Water impresses with its stunning 4K UHD release, showcasing photorealistic visuals and groundbreaking underwater sequences spearheaded by WETA's exceptional effects team, though its extended runtime could have been trimmed for a tighter narrative. The rich world-building and character evolution captivate despite occasional pacing challenges.

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