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Navajo Joe Blu-ray Review

Special Edition

Score: 66

from 2 reviewers

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Kino Lorber's reissue of Navajo Joe, using the dated MGM master, visually enhances the film while adding new commentary, marking the best home video release yet.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 66

Navajo Joe on Blu-ray displays in 2.35:1 aspect ratio with MPEG-4 AVC 1080p transfer, exhibiting stable color balance and film grain but plagued by soft, flat areas, and occasional blemishes; necessitating a 2K or 4K remaster for optimal viewing quality.

Audio: 76

The DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track offers clear dialogue and a faithful presentation of Ennio Morricone's score, with minimal distortion, though some 'thinning' and aging effects may be apparent at higher volumes. Overall, it is on par with the 2015 Blu-ray in terms of audio quality.

Extra: 51

Extras include Alex Cox's new commentary offering comprehensive insights on the film’s production, a scene-specific commentary by Ennio Morricone expert Gary Palmucci, and vintage trailers. This blend of fresh and archival content enriches the Blu-ray experience with technical depth and historical context.

Movie: 61

Navajo Joe, directed by Sergio Corbucci, features stunning scenery from southern Spain and an evocative Ennio Morricone score; however, it suffers from a simplistic plot and one-dimensional characters, undermining its potential despite Burt Reynolds' notable performance and Corbucci’s promising direction.

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