Frozen II 3D Blu-ray Movie

Rating summary

Movie		4.5
Video		5.0
Audio		3.5
Extras		3.5
Overall		4.5

Frozen II 3D Blu-ray Movie Review

An imaginative and exciting follow-up to the runaway hit Frozen, Frozen II picks up after the events of the first film and takes viewers on a new (magical carpet?) ride. Our beloved group of Anna (Kristen Bell), Elsa (Idina Menzel), Olaf (Josh Gad), Kristoff (Jonathan Groff), and Sven set out to find the hidden truth behind the unique powers of Elsa. Danger, adventure, and charming songs written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez can be found in good measure. Can the mystery of Elsa's abilities come to light? Will there be a breakout song as memorable as “Let It Go” in the process? (Will Olaf survive to see another winter or melt before our eyes?) Grab on to your popcorn, get ready to belt out some tunes, and be charmed away by the exceptional follow-up to Frozen.

A fantastic premium steelbook from Zavvi.

For more information on the film, please refer to the review by my colleague Martin Liebman.

Frozen II 3D Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

Arriving on Blu-ray from Disney, Frozen II features a 1080p MPEG-4 MVC encoded high definition presentation in the original theatrical aspect ratio of 2.39:1 widescreen. This is yet another first rate presentation from Disney (proving yet again that there is real life left in 3D as a viable format for viewing films for many years to come). The presentation is a technical marvel: there are no signs whatsoever of crosstalk or ghosting when viewed on the magnificent OLED65E6P. The 3D looks radiant and mesmerizing. Depth is exceptional and the quality of 3D layering adds a great deal to the experience. Having seen Frozen II in IMAX (2D) during the theatrical run, the 3D presentation is the clear winner for immersion.

While fans of intense pop-out effects might have wanted more burst-out-of-the-screen moments, there are still some nice pop out effects sprinkled throughout the film to enhance a few scenes (such as when Elsa glides across the ocean). The 3D never feels gimmicky in implementation. Olaf would certainly approve. Viewers looking to find an exceptionally crisp and clear 3D presentation with stunning depth and accuracy will not be disappointed in the slightest.

Frozen II 3D Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

The 3D release includes an impressive and sublimely immersive DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround sound mix. Though my impression of the audio track was a bit more favorable than it was for my Blu-ray.com colleague Martin Liebman, the lossless track lacks a bit in LFE. Please refer to the standard Blu-ray review for more details.

Optional English SDH subtitles (for the deaf and hard of hearing) are provided.

Frozen II 3D Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

The Zavvi exclusive Frozen 2 3D steelbook features collectible packaging. The outer chip-board art box looks and feels premium in hand. The texture and printing is unique and gorgeous. There is an incredible sense of luxuriousness to the release. The art fits the design perfectly. The 3D steelbook is wonderful as well. The print-quality is superb and feels great in hand. An essential collectors edition, the release even comes with a set of art-cards (showing concept art) printed on quality card stock.

The Blu-ray release includes the same selection of supplemental features present on the standard 2D Blu-ray disc. For more information on the provided bonus features, please refer to the review by my colleague Martin Liebman.

Frozen II 3D Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

Frozen II is an entertaining follow-up to the instant Disney classic that swept the world by storm. The songs are just as inspired, the animation is breathtaking, and the story takes things in a new and exciting direction. The 3D presentation is jaw- dropping and is easily the most immersive way to experience the film. Hats off to Disney for proving once again why the 3D format remains the best way to see a blockbuster hit like this one. The 3D Blu-ray release is top-notch and comes highly recommended.

Disney aficionados looking o add another impressive edition of Frozen II to their collection should look no further than the Zavvi exclusive collectors edition. The steelbook design is great and the premium art box and art-cards are beautiful as well. A fantastic edition that stands as one of the best releases of Frozen II available worldwide.