5.8 | / 10 |
Users | 4.1 | |
Reviewer | 4.0 | |
Overall | 4.1 |
A group of suburban biker wannabes looking for adventure hit the open road, but get more than they bargained for when they encounter a New Mexico gang called the Del Fuegos.
Starring: Tim Allen, John Travolta, Martin Lawrence, William H. Macy, Ray LiottaComedy | 100% |
Action | 80% |
Adventure | 40% |
Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Video resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
Original aspect ratio: 2.35:1
English: LPCM 5.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
English: Dolby Digital 5.1 (640 kbps)
French: Dolby Digital 5.1 (640 kbps)
Spanish: Dolby Digital 5.1 (640 kbps)
English: Dolby Digital 2.0
English SDH, French, Spanish
50GB Blu-ray Disc
Single disc (1 BD)
Region A (locked)
Movie | 4.0 | |
Video | 5.0 | |
Audio | 5.0 | |
Extras | 3.5 | |
Overall | 4.0 |
You can't even put on your left blinker without wiping out!
The first time I saw part of Wild Hogs was on a return flight home from my honeymoon.
I'd been
wanting to see it, but I was so worn out from the traveling that I slept through a good portion of
the movie. What I did see was fun and entertaining, and I was eager to pick this up on Blu-ray.
When I sat down to finally watch it from beginning to end, I was surprised. Wild Hogs is a
good movie, and I am sure it is even better for those who are in the same age group as our four
heroes who are each going through their own mid-life crisis. By the end of the picture, each man
will learn a little something about life on the road, the strength of their friendship, and the
importance of family.
Hog power!
Disney presents Wild Hogs in 1080p with a 2.35:1 aspect ratio. This is a perfect Blu-ray presentation. Colors pop off the screen, flesh tones look fabulous, black levels are perfect, detail is high, the image is sharp and clear, and noise is nonexistent. This is one of the very best transfers I have ever seen, period. It rivals the best of the best Blu-ray has to offer. There's really not much else to say. It's a jaw-dropper to be sure, and if you need a less intimidating, somewhat family-friendly movie to show off your home theater, this is the one. Wild Hogs is a marvel visually.
Take the level of praise from the video review and apply it here. This soundtrack is amazing. This is one loud, exciting, and aggressive mix. Presented with both a 5.1 Uncompressed and a Dolby Digital 5.1 track, Wild Hogs is a title that showcases what high definition audio is all about. The sound of motorcycles fills the room, and you'll swear you are riding alongside Doug, Bobby, Dudley, and Woody. The classic rock soundtrack truly rocks, many of the classics songs sounding better than I've ever heard them before. Dialogue is clear, unobstructed, and natural. Surrounds are active throughout and discrete. Wild Hogs is a gem sonically on Blu-ray.
The main attraction here is a commentary track with director Walt Becker and writer Brad
Copeland. We get some dead air right off the bat after they introduce themselves. Both seem a
little timid and unsure of exactly what to do. Becker reveals that every major cast member was
his original choice, and the reaction to having the four stars together in one film. The track falls
into a few ruts, simply giving basic background on what's going on on-screen and it's rather dull
and lifeless at times. The two eventually get more comfortable, however, and offer up some good
tidbits here and there. This is a run-of-the-mill commentary track that fans of the movie and of
motorcycles will like, but it's not worth your time otherwise.
Movie Showcase offers viewers the opportunity to watch several scenes that show off the
best scenes from an audio and video standpoint. Bikes, Brawls, & Burning Bars: The Making
of 'Wild Hogs' (1080p, 16:19) is a fun but basic behind-the-scenes feature. Director Walt
Becker
discusses his fondness for bikes, movies, and his approach to the making of the film. How To
Get Your Wife To Let You Buy A Motorcycle (1080p, 2:49) is a fun little piece that tells you
how to get around the "dangerous" excuse your wife may give you, the safety aspect of wearing
leather, and the opportunity you will have to truly take in beautiful scenery you just can't get
riding in an enclosed car. An alternate ending and two deleted scenes (1080p, 4:11 total) are
available with optional director commentary. A set of outtakes (1080p, 2:34) rounds out the
supplements.
Wild Hogs is one of the more unique comedies to come out in recent memory. Four memorable characters on a memorable journey through their mid-life crises results in a memorable film that you will likely want to revisit several times, and this Blu-ray disc is the perfect way to watch it. Boasting one of the best transfers yet on the medium, not to mention a top-notch soundtrack and solid group of supplements, Wild Hogs perfectly represents what Blu-ray is all about. Highly recommended.
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