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Brotherhood of the Wolf Blu-ray Review

Le pacte des loups | Collector's Edition

Score: 65

from 3 reviewers

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Brotherhood of the Wolf dazzles with its martial arts action and period drama fusion, but lacks a needed video restoration; the bonus features shine.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 50

The Brotherhood of the Wolf Blu-ray, featuring a dated AVC encoded scan, delivers inconsistent fine detail and flat color saturation, with minor improvements in definition and shadow delineation over previous releases. This non-videophile approved edition awaits much-needed 4K treatment for enhanced visual fidelity.

Audio: 80

Brotherhood of the Wolf offers three DTS-HD MA audio options: English 5.1, 2.0, and French 5.1, with the French track delivering a superior, immersive experience. It pairs crisp dialogue and dynamic surround effects with strong low-end impact. However, the English subtitles suffer from poor quality, marred by errors and inaccuracies.

Extra: 63

The Blu-ray extras for "Brotherhood of the Wolf" offer a rich exploration of the film's creation, from an extensive making-of documentary to intriguing behind-the-scenes footage, though issues with English subtitles mar the experience. However, it remains less comprehensive than its German counterparts, lacking new content for dedicated fans.

Movie: 67

Brotherhood of the Wolf is a visually stunning blend of period mystery, horror, and action, with Christophe Gans's ambitious direction creating a lush cinematic experience marred by an overextended plot. The 150-minute director's cut combines martial arts choreography, intricate set pieces, and a mix of CGI and animatronics to vivify the mythical Beast of Gévaudan, though a tighter edit could enhance its dramatic impact.

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