Blue Velvet (1986)

Description

Blue Velvet (1986)

Criterion Collection 4K Ultra HD

David Lynch’s cult classic | 120 min | Rated R | June 25, 2024
Genre: Mystery / Suspense
Format: 4K Ultra HD

Video

• Codec: HEVC / H.265
• Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
• HDR: Dolby Vision + HDR10
• Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
• Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  Beautifully restored for UHD, this edition dazzles with vibrant reds, moody shadows, and authoritative detail—from Laura Dern’s expressions to Dennis Hopper’s chilling presence. Criterion delivered a reference-quality transfer, with deep blacks and impressive highlight control

Audio

• Tracks:
  • English: DTS‑HD Master Audio 5.1
  • English: DTS‑HD Master Audio 2.0
• Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  The surround mix is expertly layered, giving depth to Angelo Badalamenti’s haunting score and everyday whispers. Dialogue remains crystal clear throughout.

Special Features

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  Culled from the Criterion Blu-ray, it includes:
  • 53 minutes of deleted/alternate footage selected by Lynch
  • Feature-length documentary “Blue Velvet Revisited”
  • 70-min documentary “Mysteries of Love”
  • Interview with composer Angelo Badalamenti
  • “It’s a Strange World: The Filming of Blue Velvet” (2019 doc)
  • Lynch reading from Room to Dream
  • Vintage interviews, trailers, etc.

Overall

• Movie: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Video: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Audio: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Extras: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Overall Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Review Summary:
This Criterion 4K edition of Blue Velvet is a definitive upgrade—with stunning UHD visuals, immersive surround sound, and a treasure trove of special features.