This week, on Blu-ray, I've watched
The Matrix Reloaded which was stunning. The clarity of the image was breathtaking - absolutely incredible. Then last night I watched the US disc of
The Shining which looked and sounded phenomenal - it's the first time I've seen it in widescreen too (most previous home video incarnations were open matte transfers - which was Kubrick's intention, he shot for wide but also for 4:3 so that the image wouldn't be compromised when braodcast on TV or released on VHS). I must say, I do prefer the longer version, it builds up better and fleshes out the story and characters that little bit more. And, I must say, this works much, much better with a widescreen composition. The Blu-ray is a stunner though, rest assured.
The Blu-ray of
Creepshow arrived this morning, so I'll probably give that a spin later. I'm glad this hit Blu-ray early on, as it's one of my all-time favourite films. Can't wait to see it in glorious hi-def!