7.7 | / 10 |
Users | 4.7 | |
Reviewer | 4.5 | |
Overall | 4.5 |
A jaded cop gets one last chance to redeem himself by protecting a young woman from her parents' murderer, who is about to be released from jail.
Starring: Daniel Auteuil, Olivia Bonamy, Catherine Marchal, Francis Renaud, Gérald LarocheForeign | 100% |
Drama | 65% |
Crime | 41% |
Thriller | 17% |
Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Video resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
Original aspect ratio: 2.39:1
French: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
Confirmed from disc on the player.
French SDH, English
25GB Blu-ray Disc
Single disc (1 BD)
Region free
Movie | 5.0 | |
Video | 4.5 | |
Audio | 4.5 | |
Extras | 2.5 | |
Overall | 4.5 |
Undoubtedly one of the best police-thrillers to be made in recent years, Olivier Marchal’s “MR 73” (2008) reaffirms Daniel Auteuil as one of the most talented actors of his generation. The film arrives on Blu-ray courtesy of French distributors Gaumont.
Daniel Auteuil
Presented in its original aspect ratio of 2.35:1, encoded with MPEG-4 AVC, and granted a 1080p transfer, Olivier Marchal's MR 73 arrives on Blu-ray courtesy of French distributors Gaumont.
This is a fantastic disc! Detail and contrast are absolutely perfect, the color-scheme incredibly lush and rich, and clarity simply breathtaking. Furthermore, when blown-out through a digital projector, the image remains tight to the frame. Also, I must make it clear that I could not spot any disturbing examples of edge-enhancement whatsoever. I was looking closely to see if there might be any traces of DNR-sharpening as well – there are plenty of scenes in MR 73 that look so vivid that I was a bit suspicious – but I am happy to report that Gaumont's transfer has not been artificially sharpened. As expected, the actual print is also impressively healthy – I did not detect any debris, scratches, or dirt. (Note: Even though this Blu-ray disc is marketed as Region-B, it is actually Region-Free. This means that you will be able to play its content on your PS3 or SA regardless of your geographical location. For the record, the disc's menu isn't in PAL).
There is only one audio track on this Blu-ray disc: French DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. As expected, the audio presentation matches perfectly the terrific video presentation. In my opinion, the French DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 adds to the gritty aura of MR 73 exceptionally well. Frankly, this isn't a film with overwhelming special effects and edge-of-your-seat action, but there is plenty that you will hear coming out of your speakers (the rear channels in particular are quite active). On the other hand, the dialog is crystal clear and very easy to follow. I also did not detect any disturbing cracks, hissings, or drop-outs to report here. On the contrary, I thought that the dynamics and balance the DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track boasts are amongst the best I have experienced in a very long time. Finally, Gaumont have also supplied optional French HOH and English subtitles for the main feature (for the record, the subs are placed outside of the image frame).
The first extra is a very long featurette-documentary (56 minutes) titled Quelque part dans la nuit. In it members of the cast and crew share their thoughts on MR 73. They also address the true story that apparently inspired the creators of the film. In addition, there is a gallery with nine deleted scenes that could be seen with an optional commentary by Olivier Marchal. Aside from the original theatrical trailer, on this Blu-ray disc you will also find a full-blown commentary by the director of MR 73. Unfortunately, none of the extras offer optional English subtitles.
For the genre it belongs to, MR 73 is a perfect film. It is gritty, dark, and very realistic. The Blu-ray disc herein reviewed, courtesy of French distributors Gaumont, is of exceptionally high-quality. It is also Region-Free, English-friendly and very stylishly-designed (MR 73 arrives in a classy thin-case). Very Highly Recommended.
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