St. Elmo’s Fire (1985)

Description

St. Elmo’s Fire (1985) – 4K Ultra HD 40th Anniversary Edition Review
Sony Pictures Entertainment | 108 min | R | June 24, 2025 (40th Anniversary)
Genres: Coming-of-Age, Drama, Ensemble

Disc Specs

• Video: 2160p Ultra High Definition, HEVC (H.265), Dolby Vision with HDR10 support
• Aspect Ratio: Approximately 2.40:1
• Audio: Dolby Atmos track
• Subtitles: English SDH
• Region: Region A (UHD disc is region‑free)
• Number of Discs: 1 (Ultra HD disc)
• Runtime: 108 minutes

Video Quality
This 4K release features a brand-new remaster that delivers vibrant contrast, strong detail, and well-balanced colors, making the reception brighter and the visuals crisp. Dolby Vision adds depth and richness—a significant improvement over previous home releases

Audio Quality
The Berger’s Atmos mix expands the soundstage, enhancing the film’s emotional and dramatic beats. Music, dialogue, and ambient cues feel more enveloping and immersive

Special Features

• Audio commentary by director Joel Schumacher
• Joel Schumacher Remembers St. Elmo’s Fire featurette
• Around a dozen deleted scenes (~16 minutes)
• Original making-of featurette
• “Man in Motion” music video
• Theatrical trailer(s)

✅ Overall Recommendation
This is the definitive edition of St. Elmo’s Fire—a clean 4K transfer, immersive Atmos audio, and anniversary-quality extras make it a must-have for fans and collectors. It captures the nostalgia and youthful energy of the era while offering excellent technical upgrades.