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Want to meet Luther, President Obama's anger translator? Or hang by the punch bowl with Bar Mitzvah sensations Dr. Dreidel & Gefilte Fresh? Whether it's satirizing the President, spoofing Nazis, or ordering up some soul food, Key & Peele aren't afraid to take on taboo subjects for the sake of comedy. These guys are daring and outrageous and it shows in this critically acclaimed first season. Don't miss Key & Peele Season One on Blu-ray.
Starring: Keegan-Michael Key, Jordan PeeleComedy | 100% |
Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Video resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
Original aspect ratio: 1.78:1
English: Dolby TrueHD 5.1
English: Dolby Digital 2.0
English SDH
50GB Blu-ray Disc
Single disc (1 BD)
Region A (locked)
Movie | 3.5 | |
Video | 3.5 | |
Audio | 3.5 | |
Extras | 2.0 | |
Overall | 3.5 |
It is prominently stated on a packaging sticker that President Obama likes Key & Peele, calling it "pretty good stuff." Well, in today's environment where politics seem to drift into and influence pretty much everything, that means that, according to the most recent polls, 46% of Democrats will like the show, 46% of Republicans won't, and 8% of the population will remain undecided, at least until the early November episodes. Or does it? Well, to one of the two 46%ers, President Obama is right! (Never! For once? As usual? Forward! For shame, this is an apolitical site!). But really, Key and Peele is adult-oriented and very funny entertainment, and everybody -- Republicans, Democrats, Independents, Libertarians, Socialists, Anarchists, Tea Partiers, MSBNC and FOX News viewers all -- should give it a shot. Key and Peele will leave open-minded viewers in stitches thanks to their involved and hilarious skits that encompass a wide range of topics, from President Obama's angry alter ego to a terrified substitute helicopter traffic reporter.
Why are we in widescreen again?
Key & Peele: Season One makes its Blu-ray debut with a fair high definition transfer. This isn't exactly a striking image, nor would most expect it to be. However, it is a stable, watchable presentation that delivers adequate detailing, consistent crispness, and sufficient clarity. Facial and clothing textures aren't as intricate as might be seen on a perfect film or high dollar HD video shoot, but textures are fine for a mid grade television presentation. Colors are balanced, not too bright and never too pale. The image does suffer from some evident banding and bouts of shimmering. Such troublesome elements are easily noticeable but don't too terribly degrade from the presentation. Key & Peele: Season One works on the level required; it's not a stunner of a transfer, but it's a workmanlike image that does the show proudly on Blu-ray.
Key & Peele: Season One features a serviceable Dolby TrueHD 5.1 lossless soundtrack. Dialogue is the series' centerpiece sonic element, and it plays cleanly, crisply, and evenly from the center. Audience cheers and applause sometimes sound a bit mushy and never completely immersive, but the effect spreads nicely enough about the stage and never seems too distressed. There's a fair sense of space in some scenes taking place in a wider stage. Ambient effects are fairly compelling and accurate, particularly those taking place on street level where sounds of the city nicely fold into the listening experience. Bass is deep and effective in a few spots, notably an outer space scene in one early season one sketch. The track shows some goodness, exudes a bit of confidence, and finds some energy and clarity throughout. It's not a masterpiece soundtrack, but much like the video presentation, it serves the series' Blu-ray presentation well.
Key & Peele: Season One contains the following extras:
Key & Peele: Season One holds plenty of replay value, and the good thing about the entire collection on Blu-ray is that fans can skip around and watch only their favorite sketches. The series is a laugh riot, with great writing and exceptional performances from two gentleman who share a remarkable on-screen chemistry and an uncanny ability to completely disappear into any variety of character. It's one of the funniest things going on television today. Paramount's Blu-ray release of Key & Peele: Season One offers good video and audio to go along with several extras. Recommended.
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