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Beau Geste Blu-ray Review

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Score: 64

from 2 reviewers

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Kino Lorber's Blu-ray of 'Beau Geste' boasts a top-notch 4K master and engaging commentary, revitalizing this classic adventure with excellent video and audio quality.

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 71

Presented in 1080p from a new 4K master with the original 1.37:1 aspect ratio and MPEG-4 AVC encoding, 'Beau Geste' on Blu-ray impresses with excellent clarity, contrast, and grayscale despite minor cosmetic imperfections and occasional damage—offering what may be its definitive visual presentation.

Audio: 76

Beau Geste's Blu-ray presentation boasts a clear and stable English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track, with excellent fidelity and dynamic range handling. While minor unevenness appears in select parts due to age, overall audio quality is robust, free from distortions, enhancing the viewing experience.

Extra: 26

The Blu-Ray extras of 'Beau Geste' offer a vintage trailer, a slew of previews for related Kino classics, and a richly informative audio commentary by William Wellman Jr. and historian Frank Thompson, detailing the film's production nuances, casting choices, and cinematic characterizations, making it indispensable for enthusiasts.

Movie: 76

Kino Lorber's Blu-ray release of William A. Wellman's "Beau Geste" (1939) masterfully showcases this enduring adventure classic with 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video and DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 mono sound, accompanied by compelling new commentary and vibrant supplemental features, ensuring a top-tier viewing experience.

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