REVIEW: Crimson Peak on 4k UHD from Arrow Video - Stunning Visual Treat!!!
We’re finally excited to officially start reviewing titles from ARROW Video courtesy of MVD-Stateside. Editorially, we hand-picked each title for review as these films are very near and dear to our hearts. Arrow Video is known for its significant care and compassion when it comes to releasing titles onto cortical media. From the best encode and mastering to the designs and packaging and special features.
I distinctly recall watching the title I’m reviewing today “Crimson’s Peak” at the local Cinemark back in the day. I think I saw it in XD. Back then, we didn’t have imax where I’m from in Pittsburgh and so I believe it to be XD I saw it in at the Cinemark, yes, they do have the best chain theater popcorn and I stop in a local Cinemark just for their popcorn. 244oz of unhealthy poppy corn makes me so happy!!! :?
I remember watching it on the bring screen and falling in love with it -a gothic romance / a haunting fairytale in which the house plays just as much a main character as its cast. A production design that would only immaculately shine more with Dolby Vision / HDR bringing out the flushing vibrant red colors like a fashion statement!
The picture is crisp throughout and even the darkest of scenes are made to shine crisp as crisp with its use of Dolby Vision/HDR.
The audio is its original DTS: X mix which nicely balances dialogue as the early part of the movie is more still and quiet, but as it builds its mixed delightfully, you can feel the creaminess of the Crimson Peak house - you can feel is you’re there.
Anybody else save the HDR stickers from Arrow releases?! The 4k / HDR stickers sure do look sexy!
Fun fact, the film released a film novelization at the time of the film’s original theatrical release and provided a lot of background narrative and story that added context and now watching the film beautifully ties together.
The fact that arrow got this makes me so happy. They truly gave this film the love and care it deserves. GDT approved the transfer.
This is a film that can be watched at all hours and when you put it on you’re transported into that era of time. The continues and production design all benefiting significantly from this 5m 4k Vision / HDR transfer.
Kattan and I are planning to watching this one together - he’s enjoying Deep Blue Sea 4k (surprise! A movie he turned down - you’ll be able to watch the clip next week!). He was offered the role as the chef by the director himself. More on that story on a bonus episode of Peeps!
He was also convinced Vinessa Shaw was in Snakes on a Plane and offered to give her the 4k from arrow video as a gift. You’ll have to wait for the funny episode for June. But deep blue sea will be sometime next week. I’m never letting him forget, okay, I digress. I’m getting off-topic now.
Crimson Peak is a true gem of goth horror and will continued to be revered as a classic many years to come. The film does something to you when you watch it - like it entrances you. Definitely get the upgrade from Arrow Video and in the states MVD makes Arrow’s 4k. And like I said you always get top notch when it comes to titles from this boutique label!
We will have a whole Arrow Video 4k video soon-we plan to film it sometime this month.
In the interim, 5/5 go and buy Crimson Peak on 4k UHD - you won’t be sorry, you’ll be in love!
Bonus Features/ Release Specs:
4k (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray™ presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible), approved by director Guillermo del Toro • Original DTS:X audio • Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
Optional Descriptive Video Service® (DVS) for the visually impaired • Audio commentary by co-writer and director Guillermodel Toro • The House is Alive: Constructing Crimson Peak, a feature-length documentary with cast and crew interviews and extensive behind the scenes footage • Spanish language interview with Guillermo del Toro • The Gothic Corridor, The Scullery, The Red Clay Mines, The Limbo Fog Set, four featurettes exploring different aspects of Allerdale Hall • A Primer on Gothic Romance, the director and stars talk about the key traits of Gothic romance • The Light and Dark of Crimson Peak, the cast and crew talk about the film's use of color • Hand Tailored Gothic, a featurette on the film's striking costumes• A Living Thing, a look at the design, modelling and construction of the Allerdale Hall sets • Beware of Crimson Peak, a walking tour around Allerdale Hall with Tom Hiddleston • Crimson Phantoms, a featurette on the film's amazing ghosts • Kim Newman on Crimson Peak and the Tradition of Gothic Romance, an interview with the author and critic
Violence and Beauty in Guillermo del Toro's Gothic Fairy Tale Films, a video essay by the writer Kat Ellinger • Deleted scenes
Image gallery • Original trailers and TV spots• Reversible sleeve featuring original and exclusive artwork by Guy Davis
Oh - here’s a picture of the Crimson Peak novelization, arrow video did not do this or the - art book about production design as well for crimson peak if recollect correctly. I just wanted to give you a peak at some of the other collectibles you can own as part of the Crimson Peak dynasty!
