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Jennifer 8 Blu-ray Review

Special Edition

Score: 71

from 3 reviewers

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A nice upgrade with improved A/V presentation and new extras; extended cut adds little to the original, making it a niche '90s thriller at its core.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 79

Jennifer 8's Blu-ray edition showcases an impressive 2023 4K restoration from the original camera negative, delivering enhanced detail, texture, and deep blacks in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio. The DTS-HD MA 5.1 remix, derived from the original Dolby Stereo, enriches atmospheric ambience, maintaining whisper-soft dialogues amid environmental surround effects.

Audio: 76

The Blu-ray of 'Jennifer 8' offers a solid DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Stereo track and an immersive DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround mix, which enhances atmospheric elements like rain and doors. Dialogue clarity varies, with the 2.0 often outperforming the 5.1. Christopher Young's score is notable across both, elevating the auditory experience.

Extra: 53

The Blu-ray of "Jennifer 8" offers an engaging experience with a new 4K restoration and two film cuts, including a never-before-seen alternate ending. A retrospective documentary featuring interviews with Bruce Robinson and stars enhances the cinematic exploration, although the alternate cut mainly differs in its ending.

Movie: 57

Jennifer 8, a moody yet flawed 90s thriller featuring Andy Garcia and Uma Thurman, grapples with captivating performances and Conrad Hall's stunning cinematography but struggles under Paramount’s creative constraints and a lumbering script. Despite uneven execution, it offers moments of tension and a stylish visual appeal, with a Blu-ray release presenting an extended cut for fans.

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