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Back to 1942 Blu-ray Review

一九四二 Yi jiu si er

Score: 49

from 2 reviewers

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Back to 1942 offers compelling historical insights and intense set pieces but often feels emotionally detached, with some technical issues in video transfer and audio.

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Video: 54

The Blu-ray of 'Back to 1942' features a 1080p/AVC transfer in 2.39:1 with very good fine object detail; however, the desaturated color palette, subtle compression artifacts, and occasional unconvincing CGI animation slightly hinder the overall visual appeal, despite strong shadow detail and balanced contrast.

Audio: 69

Back to 1942 features a lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track in Mandarin with excellent fidelity and consistent surround activity, though it includes a minor echo anomaly in the dialogue. The mix balances boisterous sequences with quiet dialogue effectively, with robust bass and a wide dynamic range enhancing the film's atmosphere.

Extra: 6

The Blu-ray extras include the film's trailer in 1080p with Dolby Digital 5.1 sound, offering a crisp and immersive preview.

Movie: 51

"Back to 1942," though ambitiously covers the harrowing Henan famine with solid production values and occasionally impressive visuals, ultimately feels emotionally detached due to its scattered focus and unrelenting portrayal of human suffering, which often overshadows character development.

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