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Bambi Blu-ray Review

Diamond Edition

Score: 72

from 4 reviewers

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Bambi's Blu-ray delivers a timeless classic with a stunning video transfer, notable DTS-HD 7.1 surround track, and excellent extras, despite its lossy audio.

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Video: 79

Disney's meticulous restoration of 'Bambi' for Blu-ray is an exceptional triumph, presenting the 1942 classic with vivid colors, pristine details, and robust contrast in a 1.33:1 AVC-encoded transfer that remains true to its original look. Boasting smooth motion, authentic textures, and rich painterly backgrounds, this transfer revitalizes the film's timeless beauty without intrusive issues like edge enhancement or artifacts.

Audio: 59

The Blu-ray release of "Bambi" features a DTS-HD High Resolution 7.1 track, which expands the original sound design, delivering an enveloping yet authentic audio experience with clear dialogue, seamless panning, and impressive musicality, though some reviewers question the necessity of a lossy format over DTS-HD Master Audio.

Extra: 73

The Blu-ray of "Bambi" delivers a variety of top-tier special features with highlights including the immersive Inside Walt's Story Meetings (Enhanced Edition) Picture-in-Picture track, a comprehensive Making Of documentary, engaging interactive galleries, and an innovative Disney Second Screen App. Suitable for both casual viewers and die-hard enthusiasts.

Movie: 88

Bambi, Disney's 1942 timeless classic, remains a beautifully animated tale of love, life, and loss. With its groundbreaking multi-plane camera work, exquisite detailing, evocative soundtrack, and minimalistic storytelling, this Blu-ray release offers a stunning AV transfer with thoughtful supplements that honor its legacy.

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