Perfect Days (2023)

Description

Perfect Days (2023) – Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Wim Wenders’ quietly luminous Tokyo story | 124 min | Not Rated | Blu-ray SRP: July 16, 2024
Format: Blu-ray

Video

• Source: 4K director-approved digital master
• Resolution: 1080p, full-frame 1.33:1 aspect
• Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Exceptionally clean and vibrant imagery; crystal clear textures, faithful skin tones, and precise grain. Criterion’s transfer brings out the serenity and warmth of Tokyo with elegant clarity

Audio

• Track: Japanese DTS‑HD Master Audio 5.1
• Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Delightfully immersive mix that places you in city soundscapes—yet dialogue remains intimate and clear. A fine, well-balanced audio presentation

Special Features

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – All extras from the 4K edition carry over:
  • New interviews: Wim Wenders, actor Koji Yakusho, and producer Koji Yanai
  • Short film some body comes into the light with director intro
  • Theatrical trailer
  • Essay by Bilge Ebiri in insert booklet

Notes from Reviews

• Ambient sound comes through “crisp and clear”
• Reviewers highlight the serenity of the visuals and emotional depth, calling the film “an invitingly human” meditation on simplicity and life moments

Summary

Cinematic beauty meets contemplative storytelling in this stunning Criterion Blu-ray edition. With unmatched AV quality and insightful supplements, it’s a must-have for patrons seeking meaningful, artful cinematic experiences.
OVERALL: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) — Highly Recommended