Deep Red (1975) {4K Review}

Reviewed by Jason Lockard

Dario Argento is the Italian film director, producer, screenwriter and critic. His influential work in the horror genre during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly in the subgenre known as giallo. Probably one of his most well known film is 1977s Suspiria.

Arrow Video known how much movie fans love their Argento films, So they releases not one, but two Argento films on 4k The bird with the Crystal Plummage and. The Cat O'Nine Tails You can read the review of these by clicking here. But now it's time for another  Argento classic to get a 4K release. This time it is 1975s Deep Red.

Jazz musician Marcus Daly (David Hemmings) finds the murdered body of a psychic medium. Feeling the need to solve the case, he works with reporter Gianna Brezzi (Daria Nicolodi), who has hopes for the big scoop. Suddenly one of Marcus's own friends become the murder's next victim. The duo realize they must work fast before they become next on the maniac's hit list.

Dario Argento's Deep Red is considered by some as his masterpiece. That is up for debate, but it is without a doubt a very entertaining, mystery, horror film. It is good to note that just like with most Argento film there ids a good amount of violence and blood. But surprisingly there just is a little adult language, but there is a use of one derogatory word that many could find offensive. So viewer beware.

Deep Red has been transferred from a brand new restoration from a 4K scan of the original negative and presented in High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation. Also there is options for the original Italian soundtrack in DTS-HD MA mono 1.0 and lossless DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio, and original English soundtrack in DTS-HD MA mono 1.0.

I have to say Deep Red have never looked and sounded better than in this brand new release. The picture is sharp and the audio is clear and the 'deep red' runs cold. There is just the perfect amount of film grain. It really is a tremendous restoration, but the this amazing restoration is not all that is included in this brand new 4k release. Arrow Video loaded this release up with awesome bonus features. Take a look at what is included.



SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS
* English subtitles for the Italian soundtrack
* Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing for the English soundtrack
* Audio commentary by filmmaker and Argento expert Thomas Rostock
* Introduction to the film by Claudio Simonetti of Goblin
* Profondo Giallo, a new visual essay by Michael Mackenzie featuring an in-depth appreciation of Deep Red, its themes and its legacy
* Rosso Recollections: Dario Argento's Deep Genius the Deep Red director on the creation of a giallo masterpiece
* The Lady in Red: Daria Nicolodi Remembers Profondo Rosso
* Music to Murder For! Claudio Simonetti on Deep Red
* Profondo Rosso: From Celluloid to Shop a tour of the Profondo Rosso shop in Rome with long time Argento collaborator Luigi Cozzi
* Italian theatrical trailer
* Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Gilles Vranckx

From the very insightful and entertaining audio commentary to a visual essay, featurettes and so much more, the bonus features will be something you will re-watch over and over again. Check out the Arrow Video Teaser Trailer below.

(NOTE: There is some graphic violence in the trailer so watch at your own discretion.)

If you are a fan of Dario Argento, giallo, horror or mystery films from the 70s, this new 4K release of Deep Red is a must own. You can order your copy of Deep Red on 4K at Amazon.com today.


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