Below (2002) – 4K Ultra HD Edition
Kino Lorber | 2024 | 105 min | Not Rated | Dec 17, 2024
Technical Specifications:
Video:
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 (Original Aspect Ratio)
Source: Original camera negative, restored in 4K
Audio:
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0
Subtitles:
English SDH
Discs:
4K Ultra HD (BD-100, Region-Free)
Synopsis:
Set during World War II, Below follows the tense and eerie journey of the U.S.S. Tiger Shark, an American submarine navigating the Atlantic. After rescuing survivors from a British hospital ship attacked by German forces, the crew faces both internal discord and supernatural phenomena that defy explanation. As the submarine endures damage from enemy depth charges, whispers, shadows, and strange occurrences plague the crew, forcing them to confront the horrors both outside and within their vessel.
Special Features and Extras:
Audio Commentaries:
Director David Twohy discusses the film’s production and genre-blending elements
Film historians provide insight into the visual design and storytelling choices
Featurettes:
Making Below – A behind-the-scenes look at the film’s production, featuring cast and crew interviews
Designing the U.S.S. Tiger Shark – Exploring the submarine’s set design and the challenges of filming in confined spaces
Archival Footage and Trailers:
Video Quality (3.8/5):
The 4K presentation, sourced from the original camera negative, delivers improved clarity, color depth, and dynamic range. Darker scenes are particularly impressive, with deep blacks and well-defined shadows creating a suspenseful atmosphere. However, brighter scenes occasionally exhibit an overly sharp appearance, sometimes giving the visuals a digitally processed look. The Dolby Vision HDR grade enhances contrast and color saturation, contributing to a visually engaging experience. Despite some inconsistencies, the 4K transfer is the preferred way to watch the film.
Audio Quality (5.0/5):
The DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track excels in creating an immersive soundscape, capturing the submarine’s mechanical groans, distant whispers, and depth charge explosions with precision and intensity. Dialogue is consistently clear, and dynamic range is excellent. The DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track provides a solid alternative, offering good depth and clarity for stereo setups.
Special Features (3.0/5):
The included extras are informative and provide valuable context about the film’s production, design, and genre influences. The director’s commentary is particularly insightful, shedding light on the challenges and creative decisions behind the film.
Overall Score: 3.8/5
Below offers a unique blend of wartime drama and supernatural suspense, enhanced by its atmospheric setting and immersive sound design. The 4K Ultra HD edition, sourced from a 4K restoration, provides improved video quality with deeper blacks and richer colors, though some scenes exhibit digital sharpness. With excellent audio and engaging special features, this release is the definitive version of the film. Recommended for fans of submarine thrillers and supernatural horror.
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Below (2002) – 4K Ultra HD Edition
Kino Lorber | 2024 | 105 min | Not Rated | Dec 17, 2024
Technical Specifications:
Video:
Codec: HEVC / H.265
Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 (Original Aspect Ratio)
Source: Original camera negative, restored in 4K
Audio:
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0
Subtitles:
English SDH
Discs:
4K Ultra HD (BD-100, Region-Free)
Synopsis:
Set during World War II, Below follows the tense and eerie journey of the U.S.S. Tiger Shark, an American submarine navigating the Atlantic. After rescuing survivors from a British hospital ship attacked by German forces, the crew faces both internal discord and supernatural phenomena that defy explanation. As the submarine endures damage from enemy depth charges, whispers, shadows, and strange occurrences plague the crew, forcing them to confront the horrors both outside and within their vessel.
Special Features and Extras:
Audio Commentaries:
Director David Twohy discusses the film’s production and genre-blending elements
Film historians provide insight into the visual design and storytelling choices
Featurettes:
Making Below – A behind-the-scenes look at the film’s production, featuring cast and crew interviews
Designing the U.S.S. Tiger Shark – Exploring the submarine’s set design and the challenges of filming in confined spaces
Archival Footage and Trailers:
Video Quality (3.8/5):
The 4K presentation, sourced from the original camera negative, delivers improved clarity, color depth, and dynamic range. Darker scenes are particularly impressive, with deep blacks and well-defined shadows creating a suspenseful atmosphere. However, brighter scenes occasionally exhibit an overly sharp appearance, sometimes giving the visuals a digitally processed look. The Dolby Vision HDR grade enhances contrast and color saturation, contributing to a visually engaging experience. Despite some inconsistencies, the 4K transfer is the preferred way to watch the film.
Audio Quality (5.0/5):
The DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track excels in creating an immersive soundscape, capturing the submarine’s mechanical groans, distant whispers, and depth charge explosions with precision and intensity. Dialogue is consistently clear, and dynamic range is excellent. The DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track provides a solid alternative, offering good depth and clarity for stereo setups.
Special Features (3.0/5):
The included extras are informative and provide valuable context about the film’s production, design, and genre influences. The director’s commentary is particularly insightful, shedding light on the challenges and creative decisions behind the film.
Overall Score: 3.8/5
Below offers a unique blend of wartime drama and supernatural suspense, enhanced by its atmospheric setting and immersive sound design. The 4K Ultra HD edition, sourced from a 4K restoration, provides improved video quality with deeper blacks and richer colors, though some scenes exhibit digital sharpness. With excellent audio and engaging special features, this release is the definitive version of the film. Recommended for fans of submarine thrillers and supernatural horror.
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