Description

Paramount Presents | 1968 | 166 min | Not rated | May 14, 2024

Once Upon a Time in the West 4K Blu-ray synopsis, Review and Technical Specifications.

A recently married woman arrives to her ranch out west to find her husband has been killed by a band of outlaws who want the railroad-valuable land. A brooding, young cowboy steps in to stop them.

**Visuals:**

Paramount presents the iconic 1968 Western in 2160p/Dolby Vision. The upgrade from 1080p is evident, showcasing detailed Western wear and rugged landscapes. However, the image lacks ideal grain, revealing some digital artifacts in blue skies. Despite these flaws, the Dolby Vision enhances warm, earthy tones, improving depth and realism without overpowering.

**Audio:**

The UHD retains the DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack from 2011. It delivers solid sound quality, though a Dolby Atmos option is missing.

**Extras:**

The package includes a new commentary and a featurette on the regular Blu-ray, alongside all previous extras. The UHD disc itself carries no special features. Highlights include a new analysis by Leonard Maltin and a podcast-style commentary offering in-depth film insights.

**Packaging:**

Part of the ‘Paramount Presents’ series, it features a collectible slipcover with poster artwork and includes a digital copy.

**Playback Issues:**

Note compatibility issues with certain players, specifically the Panasonic DP-UB9000, requiring alternatives like the Oppo UDP-203.

**Overall:** While not the definitive UHD release it could be, this edition offers significant visual improvements and valuable new extras. It’s recommended for fans and collectors who will appreciate the enhanced presentation despite some shortcomings.

Video

Codec: HEVC / H.265
Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10
Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
Original aspect ratio: 2.35:1

Audio

English: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
English: Dolby Digital Mono (448 kbps)
German: Dolby Digital Mono
Spanish: Dolby Digital Mono
French: Dolby Digital Mono
Japanese: Dolby Digital Mono

Subtitles

English, English SDH, French, German, Japanese, Spanish.