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Take Me Out to the Ball Game Blu-ray Review

Warner Archive Collection

Score: 73

from 3 reviewers

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game delights with catchy tunes, a stunning 1080p transfer, and robust audio, but it’s mostly for die-hard MGM musical fans.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 86

Warner Archive's 1080p transfer of 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game' dazzles with razor-sharp clarity and vivid Technicolor hues, surpassing previous editions. The faithful 1.37:1 aspect ratio and meticulous restoration reveal fine details and vibrant colors, though minor overexposure persists in some scenes.

Audio: 83

Take Me Out to the Ball Game's DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 mix delivers a robust, crystal-clear audio experience with balanced dialogue, vibrant musical numbers, and excellent fidelity. With no distortion or age-related artifacts, Warner Archive ensures a professional and satisfying sound presentation.

Extra: 40

The Blu-ray of "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" offers a comprehensive package with vintage extras from previous DVDs, HD upgrades, and engaging musical outtakes featuring Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra. It includes the restored deleted numbers "Baby Doll" and "Boys and Girls Like You and Me," along with a Tom & Jerry short and the theatrical trailer.

Movie: 60

"Take Me Out to the Ball Game" reimagines baseball through the lens of a musical comedy, helmed by Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra. Despite its thin plot and overshadowing by "On the Town," it radiates nostalgic charm with spirited musical numbers and a stellar restoration on Blu-ray, making it a must for genre aficionados.

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