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Never Give a Sucker an Even Break Blu-ray Review

Score: 73

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A fascinating deconstruction, 'Never Give a Sucker an Even Break' showcases W.C. Fields' unique style in a wild, surreal narrative. Recommended.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 72

Presented in 1080p with a 1.36:1 aspect ratio using the MPEG-4 AVC codec, this release from Kino Lorber offers decent delineation but lacks clarity, with grain appearing smeary due to digital corrections. While the grayscale is solid, some micro-scratches detract slightly from an otherwise good image stability. Region-A locked.

Audio: 82

The Blu-ray's English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track delivers clear, well-balanced dialogue and sound with minimal background hiss, effectively preserving the audio quality typical of its era and allowing room for future enhancements.

Extra: 61

An insightful Blu-ray experience with a vintage documentary delving into W.C. Fields' iconic craft and an engaging audio commentary by Dr. Eddy Von Mueller, focusing on Fields' performance style and film legacy, plus trailers for classic films, enriching the historical context.

Movie: 71

Never Give a Sucker an Even Break, despite its production challenges and the interventions by studio personnel, stands out as one of W.C. Fields' most personal and eccentric works, blending surreal narrative with quintessential Fields humor. The Blu-ray by Kino Lorber offers insightful commentary and showcases Fields' last starring role with trademark wit and whimsical sequences, even as the comedian shows signs of age.

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