6.1 | / 10 |
Users | 4.0 | |
Reviewer | 3.5 | |
Overall | 3.5 |
As two evil sisters prepare to conquer land; two renegades, Eric the Huntsmen and his forbidden lover Sara set out to stop them.
Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron, Jessica Chastain, Emily Blunt, Nick FrostAction | 100% |
Adventure | 99% |
Fantasy | 75% |
Drama | Insignificant |
Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Video resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 2.39:1
Original aspect ratio: 2.39:1
English: DTS:X
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
Spanish: DTS 5.1
French (Canada): DTS 5.1
English: DTS Headphone:X
English SDH, French, Spanish
50GB Blu-ray Disc
Two-disc set (1 BD, 1 DVD)
UV digital copy
DVD copy
BD-Live
D-Box
Slipcover in original pressing
Region free
Movie | 3.0 | |
Video | 4.5 | |
Audio | 4.5 | |
Extras | 2.5 | |
Overall | 3.5 |
Universal is releasing 'The Huntsman: Winter's War' to both 1080p Blu-ray and 4K UHD. The first film in the series, 'Snow White and the Huntsman,' is also releasing in 4K UHD on the same date.
"A story long before happily ever after." That can mean only one thing: prequel! And sequel, too! The Huntsman: Winter's War follows up on,
and moves backwards from (albeit in more of an extended flashback), Snow White and the Huntsman, a movie better remembered for its
whose cheatin' who off-camera side antics than its qualities as a Fantasy retake on the classic Snow White fairy tale. Indeed, this follow-up,
noticeably
absent both Kristen Stewart (who played Snow White) and Director Rupert Sanders, covers a wide-swath timeline that returns to the Huntsman's
childhood and spends the bulk of its runtime in a post-Snow White and the Huntsman landscape where the fairest queen rules, but fears the
magic mirror's powers. The film does return Stars Chris Hemsworth as The Huntsman and Charlize Theron as Ravenna.
The Huntsman: Winter's War features a standout video presentation. Only a hint of source noise interferes with an otherwise impressive and enjoyable 1080p viewing experience. Image clarity is outstanding. The digital shoot is very clean, but never overly flat. In fact, it's texturally robust, capturing the finest detailing with not only high degrees of accuracy, but tangible, tactile definition as well. Leathery armor is probably the most complex thing in the film. Creases, wear, and other details are revealed with precision. Flowing, queenly attire is likewise healthy and true, while skin textures never fail to reveal the finest facial hair stubble, pore, or accumulated bit of caked-on dirt and grime. The movie's oftentimes cold, blue and gray dominant color scheme looks fantastic, with excellent saturation and separation of the finest such shades. Healthier colors, notably rich and lively natural greenery, pop. Black levels don't disappoint and flesh tones appear natural. This is a first-rate new release transfer from Universal.
The Huntsman: Winter's War arrives on Blu-ray with a wide, enveloping, and finely detailed DTS:X soundtrack. This review is based on a 7.1.4 setup, adding four "overhead" channels to the mix in addition to the more traditional seven speaker configuration, plus subwoofer. While there's not an abundance of discrete top-side details, the track does effortlessly envelop the listener on all sides, and above as well. Stage saturation is practically flawless. Musical spread is effortless and very wide. There's not a gap in the track as music seamlessly wraps around the listener, and in an easily immersive manner at that. It's a complete 360-degree experience, enhanced by the track's easy delivery and expert clarity. Woodland ambience is superb. Much like the music, there's a seamless sense of place and stage immersion. Listeners will feel transported to the film's locations, and that overhead presence, again while not by any means dominant or discrete, helps to create a fuller, healthier, more realistic sonic sensation. Falling rain and rolling thunder, heard about 45 minutes into the movie, offers one of the more noticeable top layer sensations in the track. Action effects are terrific, too. Arrows whoosh through the stage with a rush of air. Sword clanks are true, playing with a tangible, lifelike clank and accuracy. Deep, punishing bass supports several key moments, including ice that cracks and breaks throughout the film. Dialogue delivery is firm and focused in the center. Natural and enveloping reverberation is a highlight in locations that allow for it, particularly in the queen's chambers near film's end. The top channels only add to that sense of real spacing.
The Huntsman: Winter's War contains deleted scenes, an audio commentary track, a gag reel, and a making-of. A DVD copy of the film and
a voucher for a UV/iTunes
digital copy are also included. This release features two cuts of the film: the theatrical cut (1:53:57) and the extended version (2:00:10).
The Huntsman: Winter's War is a perfectly serviceable Fantasy/Adventure film. It doesn't do anything unique with its wares or characters, and the story doesn't really impress, but it's good enough to carry it on through its action scenes, larger moments of perilous journey, light humor, and moments of romance. The film stands on its own well enough, away from both the story of and hoopla surrounding Snow White and the Huntsman. Universal's 1080p Blu-ray release of The Huntsman: Winter's War features gorgeous picture, expert lossless/atmospheric sound, and a decent allotment of extra content, including a commentary track and a five-part making-of. Recommended.
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