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Odoshi Blu-ray Review

脅迫 | Odoshi | Limited Edition

Score: 68

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Though 'The Threat' engages well-worn home invasion themes, its distinctive style and solid technical merits, bolstered by Arrow Video's attractive presentation, make it recommended.

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Video: 76

Arrow's Blu-ray presentation of 'The Threat' excels with its high-definition 1080p transfer in its original 2.35:1 aspect ratio, offering excellent contrast, appealing grain, and clear details, despite minor anamorphic stretching and occasional focus issues in dim scenes. The black and white cinematography shines, capturing the film's stylistic choices beautifully.

Audio: 76

The Threat’s LPCM Mono track in original Japanese offers a clean, clear audio experience characterized by Isao Tomita's jazzy, sinuous score. The uncompressed mono mix ensures well-leveled dialogue and impactful sound effects, complemented by newly translated English subtitles.

Extra: 41

With expertly curated extras including a new audio commentary by Tom Mes, an insightful video appreciation by Mark Schilling, and an engaging booklet featuring Hayley Scanlon’s essay, the Blu-ray of Odoshi delivers a rich historical context that enhances the appreciation of its significance in Japanese cinema.

Movie: 66

The Threat is a gripping home invasion thriller set in post-WWII Japan, blending visceral intensity with noir influences. Director Kinji Fukasaku masterfully crafts a tale of moral ambiguity, where a family's fragile safety is shattered by two ruthless criminals. Arrow's Blu-ray release features newly commissioned artwork, an illustrated booklet, and a foldout poster, making it a must-have for collectors.

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