Kino Lorber | 1985 | 90 min | Rated PG-13 | Dec 13, 2016
A charming smart ass (John Murray), a spacey rocket scientist (Jennifer Tilly), a nebbish puppeteer (Brian Backer), a terminal hypochondriac (Wendie Jo Sperber), an auto ‘doctor’ (Fred Willard), a blind old lady (Nedra Volz), a creepy gorehound and more, all have their licenses suspended and all sentenced to traffic school. But when a vengeful traffic cop (James Keach) and a crooked judge (Sally Kellerman) plot to sell everyone’s impounded cars, the class hits the gas with their own plan for high-speed payback on a road full of MOVING VIOLATIONS! Also co-starring Robert Conrad, Don Cheadle and Clara Peller (the “Where’s The Beef?” lady).
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Codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Original aspect ratio: 1.85:1
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English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 (48kHz, 16-bit)
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Kino Lorber | 1985 | 90 min | Rated PG-13 | Dec 13, 2016
A charming smart ass (John Murray), a spacey rocket scientist (Jennifer Tilly), a nebbish puppeteer (Brian Backer), a terminal hypochondriac (Wendie Jo Sperber), an auto ‘doctor’ (Fred Willard), a blind old lady (Nedra Volz), a creepy gorehound and more, all have their licenses suspended and all sentenced to traffic school. But when a vengeful traffic cop (James Keach) and a crooked judge (Sally Kellerman) plot to sell everyone’s impounded cars, the class hits the gas with their own plan for high-speed payback on a road full of MOVING VIOLATIONS! Also co-starring Robert Conrad, Don Cheadle and Clara Peller (the “Where’s The Beef?” lady).
Moving Violations (Blu-ray)
Large: Front Back
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COMEDY
Video
Codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Original aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Audio
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 (48kHz, 16-bit)
Note: BDinfo
Subtitles
English
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**”Moving Violations” Blu-ray Review: A Trip Down 80’s Comedy Lane**
Kino Lorber’s Blu-ray release of “Moving Violations,” an 80’s comedic endeavor by Neal Israel and Pat Proft, aims to recapture the spirit of slapstick and situational humor reminiscent of the era’s beloved classics. The film, set in a driving school filled with a motley crew of characters, tries to steer through a plot that balances between outright gags and a light-hearted critique of authority figures, with varying degrees of success.
The Blu-ray presents the film in 1080p with an MPEG-4 AVC codec, adhering to the original 1.85:1 aspect ratio. While the video quality might not dazzle with sharpness or clarity, it faithfully reproduces the film’s visual style, complete with its 80’s charm and occasional graininess. The color palette is consistent, with primaries popping in scenes that call for it, maintaining the film’s original aesthetic feel.
Audio is delivered through a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track, ensuring the dialogue, sound effects, and the era-specific soundtrack are clear and well-balanced. While it doesn’t offer a surround sound experience, it’s adequate for the film’s comedic delivery and musical interludes.
Special features are somewhat sparse, with a commentary from co-writer/director Neal Israel providing some insight into the film’s creation and production challenges. The inclusion of a theatrical trailer offers a nostalgic look back but leaves one wishing for more in-depth retrospectives or cast interviews.
Overall, “Moving Violations” on Blu-ray serves as a time capsule for fans of 80’s comedy, offering a glimpse into the era’s filmmaking style and humor. While it may not reach the comedic heights of its more famous contemporaries, it provides a light-hearted viewing experience for those looking to revisit or discover this period piece.