Kino Lorber Studio Classics | 102 min | R | Release Date: July 30, 2024
Genres: Drama, Thriller, Military, Coming-of-Age
Sourced from the same 4K restoration used for the UHD, Kino Lorber’s 1080p Blu-ray delivers an excellent presentation for standard HD setups. While it lacks the expanded contrast and brightness of HDR, the transfer still boasts crisp definition and a natural, filmic grain. Colors appear slightly flatter compared to the UHD but maintain accuracy and tonal consistency—khaki uniforms, brick facades, and candle-lit interiors retain their realism. Black levels are strong, and there’s no evidence of digital noise reduction or compression artifacts. Overall, this is a superb Blu-ray encode that reflects careful mastering from a clean source.
The DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track mirrors the UHD’s mix, offering clear, well-balanced sound. Dialogue is sharp and centered, while Bill Conti’s score resonates with orchestral warmth. Dynamic range is solid, and ambient effects—marching boots, academy echoes, and outdoor sequences—retain good stereo separation. There’s no distortion or hiss, and volume balance is consistent throughout.
All supplements are carried over from the 4K disc:
An informative and respectful lineup that complements the film’s themes of loyalty, honor, and corruption within the military school system.
Kino Lorber’s Blu-ray edition of The Lords of Discipline stands as an excellent option for collectors who don’t yet have 4K capability. The image quality, sourced from a brand-new restoration, is rich and detailed, and the audio preserves the film’s subdued yet powerful tone. It’s a fine companion to the UHD—another strong entry in Kino’s catalog of early ’80s dramas brought back to life.
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Kino Lorber Studio Classics | 102 min | R | Release Date: July 30, 2024
Genres: Drama, Thriller, Military, Coming-of-Age
Sourced from the same 4K restoration used for the UHD, Kino Lorber’s 1080p Blu-ray delivers an excellent presentation for standard HD setups. While it lacks the expanded contrast and brightness of HDR, the transfer still boasts crisp definition and a natural, filmic grain. Colors appear slightly flatter compared to the UHD but maintain accuracy and tonal consistency—khaki uniforms, brick facades, and candle-lit interiors retain their realism. Black levels are strong, and there’s no evidence of digital noise reduction or compression artifacts. Overall, this is a superb Blu-ray encode that reflects careful mastering from a clean source.
The DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 track mirrors the UHD’s mix, offering clear, well-balanced sound. Dialogue is sharp and centered, while Bill Conti’s score resonates with orchestral warmth. Dynamic range is solid, and ambient effects—marching boots, academy echoes, and outdoor sequences—retain good stereo separation. There’s no distortion or hiss, and volume balance is consistent throughout.
All supplements are carried over from the 4K disc:
An informative and respectful lineup that complements the film’s themes of loyalty, honor, and corruption within the military school system.
Kino Lorber’s Blu-ray edition of The Lords of Discipline stands as an excellent option for collectors who don’t yet have 4K capability. The image quality, sourced from a brand-new restoration, is rich and detailed, and the audio preserves the film’s subdued yet powerful tone. It’s a fine companion to the UHD—another strong entry in Kino’s catalog of early ’80s dramas brought back to life.
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