Choose Me (1984)

Description

Choose Me (1984) – Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Dir. Alan Rudolph | 106 min | Rated R | Blu-ray Release Date: March 25, 2025
Format: Single-disc Blu-ray

Video Quality

• Codec: MPEG‑4 AVC, 1080p HD
• Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)
  • Criterion’s HD presentation offers clean, well-defined visuals and faithful grain—especially striking in the film’s neon-rich mise-en-scène

Audio Quality

• Track: Uncompressed LPCM Mono
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)
  • Although mono, it features crystal-clear dialogue and retains the punch of the Teddy Pendergrass music score.

Special Features

• Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)
  Includes the full Criterion supplements:
  • Conversation: Alan Rudolph & Keith Carradine (36 min)
  • Featurette: Directed by Alan Rudolph (28 min)
  • Festival Q&A with Rudolph (70 min)
  • Essay by Beatrice Loayza, photo gallery, trailer

Summary

The Blu-ray offers a sharp, stylistically rich presentation of Choose Me, ideal for viewers drawn to its neon-lit indie romance. The comprehensive extras make it a strong rental pick—though if 4K quality matters, consider the combo pack.

OVERALL RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) — Recommended