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The Abyss 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review

Ultimate Collector's Edition

Score: 89

from 6 reviewers

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The Abyss 4K UHD Blu-ray is a visually striking restoration with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, finally offering a pristine home viewing experience despite some digital tinkering.

The Abyss 4K UHD Blu-ray Front Cover

Disc Release Date

True 4K

HDR10

Dolby Vision

Dolby Atmos

DTS-HD MA

Dolby TrueHD

Video: 88

The Abyss' 4K UHD release is a masterful restoration with Dolby Vision and HDR10, maintaining its original 2.39:1 aspect ratio. Photochemical grain is reduced but present. Despite minimal grain and occasional digital imperfections, the stunning clarity, deep blacks, and enhanced color depth breathe new life into this underwater epic.

Audio: 91

The Abyss 4K UHD Blu-ray thoroughly impresses with a dynamic Dolby Atmos mix featuring immersive sound design, active surrounds, and strong LFE. Dialogue is clear, and Alan Silvestri’s score is well-integrated, providing a superb audio upgrade that's both subtle and bold.

Extra: 88

The Abyss's 4K UHD Blu-ray delivers both the Theatrical and extended Special Edition versions in stunning 4K with Atmos sound. The set includes highlights like a new 32-minute James Cameron interview, a 24-minute retrospective, and the original hour-long making-of documentary, all supplementing the archival extras.

Movie: 85

The Abyss remains a masterclass in underwater thrillers blending claustrophobic tension, groundbreaking practical effects, and heartfelt performances, presented in both its theatrical and superior Special Edition cuts, making this 4K UHD release a highly anticipated and essential upgrade for Cameron enthusiasts.

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