Warner delivers The Hitcher [4K UHD]
The Hitcher is here in 4k UHD with a NEW! Dolby Atmos mix!!!
In this 1986 cult classic, director Robert Harmon thrills the viewer with the story of young Jim Halsey (C. Thomas Howell), who stops on the highway to pick up a hitchhiker, not knowing that by doing so, he opens the door to terrible evil.
The mysterious hitcher, unforgettably portrayed by Rutger Hauer, is a relentless slaughterer, preying on those who invite him into their lives. Somewhat dismissed at the time of its original release, THE HITCHER developed a rabid fan following in the ensuing years, now properly recognized as one of the most memorable and terrifying thrillers of the 1980s.
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Presented in 2.39:1 Letterbox and a Dolby Atmos lossless Master Audio track - this presentation stuns! This is first time in the US that The Hitcher has been released onto the 4k UHD format. The 4k restorations from a 4k scan of the OCN and was supervised by the Director.
The HDR is where this transfer really outshines other versions of this film. Adding depth to picture as the film can be rather dark - the HDR enhances the picture throughout - brightening up the pic a lot!
The Dolby Atmos mix on this version is a new mix and is so super crisp sounding - your ears will be ringing with details. Score and dialogue are well balanced in this mix. There’s also a DTS mix included, but I personally preferred the Dolby Atmos mix on this one.