Tremors 4: The Legend Begins Blu-ray Movie

Rating summary

Movie		2.5
Video		3.5
Audio		4.0
Extras		2.5
Overall		3.0

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins Blu-ray Movie Review

Still shakin'

Reviewed by Martin Liebman February 25, 2015

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins is currently only available as part of the four-film, two-disc "Attack Pack."

The town of Rejection's mining boom comes to a screeching halt, and its population rapidly dwindles, when workers are suddenly, mysteriously, and in large numbers, killed. The mine's owner, Hiram Gummer (Michael Gross), arrives from Philadelphia to oversee his investment. He and the remaining townspeople quickly come to realize that they are dealing with a subterranean power well beyond their control.

This town needs a fresh start. Where to begin...

Tremors 4 is essentially the franchise's Back to the Future III, traveling back to the old West where distant relatives and familiar sights remain, but are somewhat different. For example, Hiram Gummer is the only man in town not in some way armed or familiar with firearms. It makes for a fun little excuse to kill 100 minutes, though the movie suffers from an overabundance of fluff and filler when the townsfolk aren't battling monsters.

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins features a 1080p, VC-1 encoded, 1.85:1-framed transfer. The film's dusty, earthy, sun-baked palette is nicely presented, pushing a bit warm, which is also evident in flesh tones. Moderately spiky grain remains. Details often satisfy with good, general complexity: weathered wood, well-used wagons and covers, and terrain are nicely textured and complexly so. However, some rock faces and weeds can look a little soft and smeary. Black crush is a minor issue in dark nighttime exteriors. A few edge halos and a couple of random pops and specks interfere with the presentation.

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins features an aggressive DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless soundtrack. It's fun and energetic, with a wide stage and healthy surround support and bass. It does feel a little overcooked at times, cranked up just to heighten the effect of gunfire or Graboids jumping out of the rocky terrain. Music is clear and detailed but again a little more aggressive than normal. Dialogue is center balanced and accurate.

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins contains several supplements, including an audio commentary track and deleted scenes.

• You're on the Set of Tremors 4: The Legend Begins (480i, 12:05): Behind the scenes cast and crew interviews, footage from the set, character details, and more.
• Dirt Dragons (480i, 5:30): A look at creature design.
• Deleted Scenes (480i, 12:32).
• Outtakes (480i, 5:37).
• Miniatures Production (480i, 2:40): Working with some of the animatronic miniatures from the film.
• S.S.Wilson's Student Film "Recorded Live" (480i, 8:28).
• Audio Commentary: Director S.S. Wilson discusses the film.

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

Tremors 4: The Legend Begins features fair video and aggressive audio. A healthy collection of extras are included. Best enjoyed as a weekend rental.