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A Clockwork Orange Blu-ray Review

DigiBook 40th Anniversary Edition | Includes: O Lucky Malcolm! and Stanley Kubrick: A Life In Pictures

Score: 54

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The 40th Anniversary Blu-ray release of 'A Clockwork Orange' offers minimal video and audio upgrades but includes valuable new featurettes and a Kubrick documentary.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 37

The 40th Anniversary edition of A Clockwork Orange retains the same 1080p/VC-1 transfer from 2007, presenting issues like inconsistent color saturation, contrast wavering, and noise. Despite preserving Kubrick's original intent, the transfer lacks the anticipated clarity and vibrancy seen in more recent restorations.

Audio: 47

A Clockwork Orange's newest Blu-ray audio presents an above-average DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track, comparable to the 2007 LPCM mix, delivering clear dialogue and a bold, commanding score. The audio remains front-heavy with minimal rear involvement, preserving Kubrick’s original sound design despite age-related limitations.

Extra: 81

The 40th Anniversary Edition of *A Clockwork Orange* offers extensive, candid insights through McDowell's engaging commentary and comprehensive documentaries like 'Still Tickin'' and 'Great Bolshy Yarblockos!' However, the set's reliance on standard definition for key features like 'A Life in Pictures' falls short of expectations.

Movie: 81

Kubrick’s "A Clockwork Orange" remains a cinematic masterpiece, its powerful narrative on crime, punishment, and societal control, enhanced by Malcolm McDowell's iconic performance and jarring visuals. The Blu-ray's 40th Anniversary Edition preserves the film’s visceral impact with impeccable picture and sound quality, making it essential for collectors.

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