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The Day of the Locust Blu-ray Review

Limited Edition

Score: 84

from 2 reviewers

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A cool reception aside, Arrow's Blu-ray of 'The Day of the Locust' excels with a superior HD transfer and exceptional supplements, highly recommended.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 85

The Day of the Locust Blu-ray by Arrow Video offers a significant upgrade with an AVC encoded 1080p transfer at 1.85:1 from a 4K scan of the original 35mm negative. While showcasing improved grain, color fidelity, and detail over previous releases, some low-light scenes remain inconsistently restored.

Audio: 85

The Day of the Locust Blu-ray features three audio options: original restored mono, 2.0 stereo, and a reserved 5.1 surround, all offering clear dialogue and John Barry’s score with minimal distortion. While the stereo opens up slightly, the restoration positions this as the best audio presentation for home video.

Extra: 86

The Blu-ray extras for "The Day of the Locust" offer a comprehensive exploration of the film through insightful oral history by Lee Gambin and various visual essays, notably enriched by Glenn Kenny's appreciation and Elissa Rose's costume analysis. However, the packaging misses elements from previous releases, such as Kat Ellinger's commentary.

Movie: 76

The Day of the Locust Blu-ray offers an arresting, albeit unsettling, portrayal of Hollywood's darker facets, with exceptional performances, notably by Donald Sutherland, and stunning production design. While this release surpasses previous editions technically, its grim narrative might not resonate with all viewers, yet it's a hidden gem that captivates those with a taste for biting satire.

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