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Branded Blu-ray Review

Score: 41

from 2 reviewers

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Branded's intriguing ideas are buried under a morass of incomprehensibility; while the Blu-ray boasts decent audio, its overall underwhelming package is best avoided.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 44

"Lionsgate Films presents 'Branded' on Blu-ray with an inconsistent 1080p transfer (2.40:1) marred by severe banding, low contrast, fluctuating black levels, and a heavy color grading resulting in a dreary aesthetic. While some scenes achieve excellent fine detail, overall quality suffers significantly."

Audio: 59

Branded's DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack delivers a clear and immersive experience with excellent fidelity, pronounced surround activity, and well-mixed dialogue. The dynamic range is decent, though not immense, and while some effects are overly localized, the overall audio performance remains strong and engaging.

Extra: 16

The commentary by Jamie Bradshaw and Alexander Doulerain on the Blu-ray of 'Branded' falls flat, offering little insight or meaningful explanation, focusing instead on scene descriptions; complemented by two HD theatrical trailers that add no additional value.

Movie: 21

"Branded" is an ambitious yet muddled film that fails to deliver on its marketing promise of a dystopian sci-fi thriller. Overloaded with disjointed ideas and surreal elements, it struggles to coherently satirize consumerism and branding. Despite featuring Max von Sydow, the film's baffling narrative and unconvincing characters make it a forgettable viewing experience.

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