Warner Bros. | 1984 | 160 min | Rated PG | February 25, 2025
Winner of 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Amadeus is Milos Forman’s sprawling, audacious, and visually stunning tribute to genius and envy. Set in 18th-century Vienna, the film tells the story of Antonio Salieri, court composer to Emperor Joseph II, who becomes consumed with jealousy when he encounters the divine talent of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Anchored by F. Murray Abraham’s Oscar-winning performance, Amadeus is an epic blend of drama, biography, and music that explores the thin line between admiration and obsession, faith and doubt, brilliance and madness. Now available for the first time in its original theatrical cut in gorgeous 4K, this release restores the version that audiences first fell in love with in 1984.
Restored from the original camera negative, the 2160p HDR10 transfer is a beautiful, filmic presentation that honors the theatrical experience.
✅ Color & Lighting: Candlelit interiors glow with natural warmth, while rich costume fabrics and gilded sets burst with period-accurate detail.
✅ HDR Highlights: The use of HDR subtly enhances shadow details and light gradation—especially striking during performance scenes and low-light moments.
✅ Grain & Texture: Film grain is present and healthy throughout, giving the image an organic cinematic look.
⚠️ Minor Flaws: Occasional transitions show minor inconsistencies in grading, and the image retains a softness inherent to its original cinematography.
This release captures the mood and atmosphere of the era with precision and warmth. A near-reference presentation for a classical period drama.
Presented in DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Amadeus delivers an astonishingly rich and immersive listening experience.
Mozart’s Music Soars: Operas and symphonies fill the soundstage, enveloping the viewer with crystal clarity and dynamic presence.
️ Dialogue & Atmosphere: Quiet conversations and bustling court scenes are well-balanced and intelligible at all times.
Channel Use: Though front-heavy by design, rear speakers engage effectively during musical performances and crowd sequences.
A showcase for orchestral grandeur—this is one of the most emotionally resonant mixes available for a classic drama.
While lacking some legacy content, this disc includes two featurettes:
❌ Missing: Director’s Cut, commentary track, isolated score, and trailers.
Though the new featurette is appreciated, this set feels undernourished compared to previous editions.
Pros:
✔️ First-ever 4K release of the original 1984 theatrical cut
✔️ Gorgeous HDR presentation with stunning music sequences
✔️ Oscar-winning performances from Abraham and Hulce
✔️ A compelling, moving exploration of genius and envy
❄️ Cons:
✖️ No Director’s Cut included
✖️ Limited bonus content
✖️ No Atmos remix
FINAL SCORE: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.0/5) – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
For purists and newcomers alike, this 4K UHD release of Amadeus finally does justice to Forman’s original vision, restoring the film’s theatrical version in sumptuous detail and resonant sound. An essential upgrade—even if the extras leave us wanting more.
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Warner Bros. | 1984 | 160 min | Rated PG | February 25, 2025
Winner of 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Amadeus is Milos Forman’s sprawling, audacious, and visually stunning tribute to genius and envy. Set in 18th-century Vienna, the film tells the story of Antonio Salieri, court composer to Emperor Joseph II, who becomes consumed with jealousy when he encounters the divine talent of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Anchored by F. Murray Abraham’s Oscar-winning performance, Amadeus is an epic blend of drama, biography, and music that explores the thin line between admiration and obsession, faith and doubt, brilliance and madness. Now available for the first time in its original theatrical cut in gorgeous 4K, this release restores the version that audiences first fell in love with in 1984.
Restored from the original camera negative, the 2160p HDR10 transfer is a beautiful, filmic presentation that honors the theatrical experience.
✅ Color & Lighting: Candlelit interiors glow with natural warmth, while rich costume fabrics and gilded sets burst with period-accurate detail.
✅ HDR Highlights: The use of HDR subtly enhances shadow details and light gradation—especially striking during performance scenes and low-light moments.
✅ Grain & Texture: Film grain is present and healthy throughout, giving the image an organic cinematic look.
⚠️ Minor Flaws: Occasional transitions show minor inconsistencies in grading, and the image retains a softness inherent to its original cinematography.
This release captures the mood and atmosphere of the era with precision and warmth. A near-reference presentation for a classical period drama.
Presented in DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Amadeus delivers an astonishingly rich and immersive listening experience.
Mozart’s Music Soars: Operas and symphonies fill the soundstage, enveloping the viewer with crystal clarity and dynamic presence.
️ Dialogue & Atmosphere: Quiet conversations and bustling court scenes are well-balanced and intelligible at all times.
Channel Use: Though front-heavy by design, rear speakers engage effectively during musical performances and crowd sequences.
A showcase for orchestral grandeur—this is one of the most emotionally resonant mixes available for a classic drama.
While lacking some legacy content, this disc includes two featurettes:
❌ Missing: Director’s Cut, commentary track, isolated score, and trailers.
Though the new featurette is appreciated, this set feels undernourished compared to previous editions.
Pros:
✔️ First-ever 4K release of the original 1984 theatrical cut
✔️ Gorgeous HDR presentation with stunning music sequences
✔️ Oscar-winning performances from Abraham and Hulce
✔️ A compelling, moving exploration of genius and envy
❄️ Cons:
✖️ No Director’s Cut included
✖️ Limited bonus content
✖️ No Atmos remix
FINAL SCORE: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.0/5) – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
For purists and newcomers alike, this 4K UHD release of Amadeus finally does justice to Forman’s original vision, restoring the film’s theatrical version in sumptuous detail and resonant sound. An essential upgrade—even if the extras leave us wanting more.
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