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American Gigolo Blu-ray Review

Limited Edition

Score: 90

from 2 reviewers

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Arrow's Blu-ray of 'American Gigolo' offers solid technical merits and outstanding supplements, making it an essential acquisition for fans and newcomers alike.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 91

Arrow Video's newly remastered Blu-ray of *American Gigolo* significantly enhances the film’s visual quality, featuring a 1080p transfer in its original 1.85:1 aspect ratio, a 4K scan from the original 35mm negative, and grading in SDR, HDR10, and Dolby Vision. Despite some grain inconsistencies, the overall presentation is consistently superior to previous releases, vividly showcasing John Bailey's cinematography.

Audio: 91

American Gigolo offers impressive LPCM Mono, LPCM 2.0, and DTS-HD MA 5.1 tracks, with the upgrade to stereo significantly enhancing the Giorgio Moroder score and dialogue clarity. The 5.1 track further enriches the ambient effects, making the audio presentation a standout feature of this Blu-Ray release. English subtitles available.

Extra: 91

The Blu-ray extras for 'American Gigolo' are meticulously comprehensive, featuring enlightening HD interviews with key figures like Paul Schrader and King Baggot, alongside Adrian Martin's insightful commentary re-evaluating the film. The handsome packaging and abundant archival materials make it a collector’s gem.

Movie: 81

Arrow's Blu-ray release of American Gigolo brilliantly captures the essence of the 1980s with its stylish presentation, enhanced technical merits, and iconic performances, particularly Richard Gere’s star-making role. Supported by a pulsating score and sharp cinematography, this edition surpasses previous releases in both supplements and overall quality.

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