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Paddington 2 Blu-ray Review

Score: 80

from 6 reviewers

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Paddington 2 is a warmly charming film for all ages, with an excellent Blu-ray featuring a great Atmos track, strong video encode, and enjoyable extras.

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Dolby Atmos

Dolby TrueHD

Video: 83

The Blu-ray of *Paddington 2*, shot digitally on Arri Alexa with a 2K digital intermediate, delivers stunning clarity, vibrant colors, and impressive detail, despite minor noise and aliasing. Though unavailable in 4K UHD from Warner Bros., the 1080p transfer remains impeccable, offering a warm and inviting visual experience with deep blacks and lifelike textures.

Audio: 82

Paddington 2’s Dolby Atmos mix delivers crystal-clear dialogue, dynamic range, and tight LFE. Height channels and full surround effects enhance key scenes like the train chase and prison escape, making the audio experience lively and immersive, although overheads are used sparingly.

Extra: 65

The Blu-ray extras for 'Paddington 2' include lightweight but entertaining featurettes, such as making marmalade and exploring character roles, with the highlight being the detailed and organized audio commentary by director Paul King, discussing script-writing, cinematography, and visual effects.

Movie: 88

Paddington 2 masterfully balances syrupy sweetness with a heartwarming narrative, featuring top-notch visual design, a delightful cast including Hugh Grant as the villain, and seamless CG integration, making it a joyful family film that transcends age barriers and technical expectations.

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