Highlander (30th Anniversary Edition) [4K UHD] [Blu-ray]

Definitely the best I've ever seen it look. I'm sure the Blu-rays look and sound better but I have a fondness for dvd, I'm weird that way. Definitely worth purchasing in any format.

I love this movie and I love this soundtrack, when I saw it for sale they had to buy it. It's one of my favorite movies of all time.

I am reviewing the Director's Cut of this DVD. The film his added scenes, and greatly enhanced surround sound (very muy bueno). Don't bother with the Immortal Editon. It has nothing to offer. So here we go. The 16th century collides with modern day. Good vs Evil, with immortals. Could it get any better!!! The cinetography is superb in its darkness, the soundtrack is great (Queen), and the editing is tight. There is enough swordplay between the Immortals to keep a samurai glued to the screen. When this film came out, it was the cutting edge of sci-fi/ incorporated rock sound track. Christopher Lambert burst into this film as a soft-eyed hero, and there is immediate empathy to the character. He plays a Scot from the 16th century who discovers he is immortal. Unfortunately, the rest of the immortals are trying to kill each other for `The Prize', which is undisclosed until the final moments of the film. Throughout the movie, you `feel' his sadness at being immortal, and outliving those he loved. Unfortunately Lambert accepted roles in too many B films later on. But I still like the guy. The film does a great job of connecting modern day events to the past with flashbacks, ending a New York scene with a rise in the camera angle into ancient Scotland as if you are on an elevator emerging from the earth. Very nice touch, an effect I have yet to see since. The Scottish clan battles set in the 16th century are pre-Braveheart, yet realistic. In the DVD I have, there are replaced scenes of `McCloud episodes' through history. Along with fairly decent (for the time) special effects, you have a most excellent villian in The Kurgan (Clancy Brown...and where did HE go). He plays the role with virve, and a bit of humor (modern day, he kills another immortal, stabs a vigillante, and steals a car. In the car is an old woman. He calmly turns to her and says "MOM?"...singing `New York New York after he kidnaps the heroine...)) His role is so impressive, in a way, you he steals the movie. A nice treat is Sean Connery as another immortal who trains Connor McCloud in the art od swordsmanship (which, by the way, was actually played by the actors, and very well choreographed). Bad part is he plays a 16th century Spaniard, who is actually Egyptian, and has a British accent. Still, he adds a very real touch of class even though he is only in the film for fifteen minutes. There isn't a better example of Good vs Evil in a sci-film (okay, maybe The Matrix). Like my other reviews, I refuse to ruin the movie or the ending with an easy give-away. (okay, the final scenes are SUPERB swordplay and the hero wins...sorry. had to do it). As to the soundtrack. You can't beat Queen for feeling and being in touch with the scene. There isn't a soul who has seen this film who cannot feel the pain and agony of loss (set 16th century Scotland) as Connor McCloud's wife, Blossom, grows old and dies to Queen's `Who Wants To live Forever'. You who have seen this film will want the Director's Cut. You who haven't, well, trust me, you'll want it too.

I've loved Highlander since I was a kid. It's a film like no other: a tonal clash of action and melodrama, swooning romance and utter cheese, where sweeping music video-like visuals are treated with utter seriousness. And it's propped up, fittingly, by the music of Queen, a band that has always skirted the line between emotional power and pure camp. I love it all. While the film has never looked better, and there are a generous helping of extras old and new, this US version of the 4k package for the film's 30th anniversary (actually closer to 40th) is a bit of a letdown, especially compared to the UK version. No fancy Drew Struzan-inspired cover art, no extra disc or lobby cards. And crucially, for long time fans, no option to view the comparatively leaner U.S. theatrical cut. I appreciate a director's prerogative in presenting their preferred cut for public consumption, but I would also appreciate the option of viewing the version I grew up on, in the manner of stellar 4k releases such as Blade Runner and Alien.

There's been much ado about the new Highlander transfer from StudioCanal, now presented on Region 1 Blu-ray from Lionsgate. Highlander, which has suffered a terrible 1997 DVD and a mediocre 2010 Blu-ray, has finally been given new life through a 4K transfer and restoration of the original camera negative, improving the color, removing nicks scratches and stains, and improving image stability all around... or so the press releases have said. With Highlander having such a spotty track record on home video, it's understandable to go into this release with some trepidation. But I'm happy to report that such trepidation is really not necessary, as this is a truly wonderful new lease on life for the film. Doing a direct comparison with the earlier 2010 Blu-ray shows improvements all across the board. Sharpness and clarity have been greatly improved on a base level. Details are finer. The natural grain structure of the film is no longer compromised by artificial sharpening, reduction, noise or any intrusive digital alterations or anomalies, and presents a naturally filmic appearance. Colors are warmer and more pleasing. Dark scenes showcase levels of detail never seen before due to the absence of crush. Color banding and aliasing are a non-issue, and only some fleeting compression artifacts creep in from time to time (but won't be readily noticeable unless you're looking for it). The special features present on the previous release (deleted scenes, director commentary) have been ported over alongside new features including two interviews with lead actor Christopher Lambert (one newly produced, the other from around the release of Highlander: Endgame), an extensive archival documentary called The Making of Highlander, a remastered trailer and a new interview with director Russell Mulcahy. The results are a rather meaty assortment of bonus features, and they're all a must for longtime fans and film aficionados alike. So yeah, feel free to toss out that old 2010 release, because this new one beats it in every regard. It's hard to argue with a release when the results are so pleasing.

COMPREI ESTE PRODUTO NO PORTAL AMAZON.COM.BR E RECEBI DEPOIS DE 10 DIAS. MAS O PRODUTO CHEGOU BEM EMBALADO E NOVO EM FOLHA. O DISCO DO FILME RODOU MUITO BEM E A QUALIDADE DO VIDEO É EXCELENTE.

Excellent film

I first brought this movie on DVD, and have always loved any with sword fighting, and had the opportunity to buy the 4k while it was on sale, This of course was a no brainer, as the picture is brighter,, even in the dark scenes, and the soundtrack in dts-HD just lifts the sound. Will worth the wait.

Studio Canal vuelve a brindarnos una de sus ediciones de referencia. La calidad de imagen y sonido es soberbia, que nos retrotrae a la experiencia cinematográfica de entonces. Además, la edición se completa con una cantidad impresionante de contenidos adicionales que van a hacer las delicias de los fans de esta gran película.

De las clásicas! El Blu Ray me llegó en perfectas condiciones. Todo muy bien.