Mighty Chroma Logo
Mighty Chroma Logo

The Beastmaster 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review

Score: 83

from 2 reviewers

Review Date:

The Beastmaster pairs edgy content with ambitious fantasy, while its 4K release impresses despite challenges.

The Beastmaster 4K UHD Blu-ray Front Cover

Disc Release Date

True 4K

HDR10

DTS-HD MA

Video: 82

Vinegar Syndrome's 4K restoration of The Beastmaster from a 35mm interpositive retains detail and color despite source damage and grain inconsistencies, reflecting a careful preservation effort.

Audio: 82

The 2.0 and 5.1 DTS-HD MA audio mixes excel in clarity, dynamic sound staging, and rich orchestration, enhancing the film's atmosphere with sharp dialogue and immersive effects, complemented by English SDH subtitles.

Extra: 94

The Beastmaster UHD release features extensive interviews, commentaries, and documentaries detailing its production challenges, cinematic legacy, and cult following, enriched by insider recollections.

Movie: 69

After achieving a breakthrough with *Phantasm*, Don Coscarelli's *The Beastmaster* combines 1980s fantasy and heroism with a mix of action, magic, and a warrior (Marc Singer) leading an animal alliance against evil, despite pacing issues and an unconventional villain.

Loading

We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.

By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies. For more details, please visit our Privacy Policy.