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Users | 0.0 | |
Reviewer | 3.5 | |
Overall | 3.5 |
Revolves around mysterious disappearances, world-wide, and specifically follows a group of people who are left behind in the suburban community of Mapleton. They must begin to rebuild their lives after the loss of more than 100 people.
Starring: Justin Theroux, Amy Brenneman, Christopher Eccleston, Liv Tyler, Chris ZylkaDrama | 100% |
Mystery | 39% |
Fantasy | Insignificant |
Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Video resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
Original aspect ratio: 1.78:1
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
Italian: Dolby Digital 5.1 (640 kbps)
French: Dolby Digital 2.0
Portuguese: Dolby Digital 2.0
Spanish: Dolby Digital 2.0
Warner Archive confirmed on Twitter that 2.0 audio was a misprint.
English SDH, French, Italian SDH, Portuguese, Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish
Blu-ray Disc
Two-disc set (2 BDs)
Region free
Movie | 4.5 | |
Video | 4.5 | |
Audio | 4.5 | |
Extras | 0.0 | |
Overall | 3.5 |
The Leftovers never did grow anywhere near as popular as Lost, both shows the brainchildren of Damon Lindelof. Whether that's because one aired on pay TV and the other a network, a comparative lack of advertising, less word of mouth, whatever, the two shows, which are not all that dissimilar from one another at their very mysterious cores, certainly took different roads towards and through somewhat congruent central narratives. Both wander through the realms of the unusual and the unexplainable and explore those strange circumstances in some detail both on personal levels and by way of expanding, larger-world perspectives. The Leftovers, regarded as one of the greatest shows of its time, has reached its all-too-quickly realized end in season three. Its final outing is another striking example of the show's complete package excellence of narrative domination, impeccable performances, and flawless technical construction. Season three brings much of the story to conclusion. It's weird yet weirdly believable, sprawling yet intimate, personal yet universal.
The Leftovers: The Third and Final Season's 1080p transfer isn't dissimilar to those that preceded it in the season one and season two Blu-ray releases. Warner Archive's presentation, sourced from a digital shoot that's not a far cry from that coveted filmic appearance, features exceptional, tangible detailing throughout. The definition by which the transfer presents the most intimate close-up details is astonishing, even more than a decade into the format's lifespan and even in the 4K era. Facial hairs are incredibly finely defined, pores and skin imperfections at practically the microscopic level are easy to see, and general image clarity and textural definition to objects all over the frame, like cars, houses, and natural grasses and leaves, are always striking. Colors are robust and intense, full and very well and naturally saturated without appearing excessively hot. Core vibrance is incredible. Flesh tones are spot-on and black levels are wonderful. Some source noise is apparent in lower light, but the image is otherwise blemish-free.
The Leftovers: The Third and Final Season features a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless soundtrack. As is the case with the video, this audio presentation falls largely in-line with the pair of previous seasons on Blu-ray. Sound positioning and fluidity are excellent. Clarity is never sacrificed in the name of increased range or movement. Precise details accompany all variety of music and effects, along with balanced surround and subwoofer engagement. In fact, key elements can go quite large, again maintaining exceptional precision even during the most intensive blasts of music or hardcore sound effects, like punishing weather. Even without added back or overhead channels, there are no gaps in coverage or feeling that the illusion of precise fluidity is missing. Likewise, gentle atmospheric support is clear and well positioned around the listener. Dialogue presents with the expectedly strong clarity and prioritization from its front-center position.
This Blu-ray release of The Leftovers: The Third and Final Season contains no supplemental content, and neither did season two (season one did offer a handful of extras). No DVD or digital copies are included, either. Beyond its basic menu screen, it's as totally bare-bones as they come.
As is always the case with a top-flight television show, it's sad to see The Leftovers wrap, but season three brings the show to a very strongly realized conclusion that puts a topper on the series' complexities and unwavering commitment to character depth and intimate exploration. It's wonderful television deserving of critical accolades and audience affection. The Leftovers: The Third and Final Season is unfortunately featureless, but video and audio are quite strong. As with seasons one and two, season three comes very highly recommended.
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