Wild Things (1998) {Arrow Video Blu-ray / 4K Ultra HD Review}

Reviewed By Jason Lockard

When you think of film noir most people think of the gritty black and white classics from the 40s and 50s. But in 1998 director John McNaughton brought us a gritty full color film noir entitled Wild Things featuring a cast of future stars.

Wild Things has a cult following and Arrow Video is known for releasing deluxe edition Blu-rays of cult classics. So now it is time for Wild Things to shine on both Blu-ray and for fans of Ultra HD on 4K!

A teen debutante Kelly (Denise Richards) tries and fails to attract the attention of her guidance counselor, Sam (Matt Dillon). Enraged at the outrage she accuses him of rape, this results in his arrest. Sam appeals to Ken (Bill Murray), a less than stellar personal-injury lawyer. Suddenly a second victim, Suzie (Neve Campbell), comes forward. Soon Detective Duquette (Kevin Bacon) realizes that this case is far from what it seems.

This film either falls between the categories of you love it or hate it! It is an extremely adult film featuring strong sexual content and pretty severe profanity. Now me I wasn't a fan of this film. The film came off a bit sleazy and trashy, but I can understand were some people would find it an entertaining experience. And the cast is one amazing one featuring Neve Campbell (Party of Five), Matt Dillion (The Outsiders), Denise Richards (The World is not enough), Kevin Bacon (Tremors), Bill Murray (Ghostbusters), Theresa Russell (Black Widow) and even legend Robert Wagner (Hart To Hart).

Wild Things has been newly restored in 4K in both the Original Theatrical Version and the Unrated Edition from the original camera negatives by Sony Pictures Entertainment. There are two audio options the original uncompressed stereo audio and DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround audio. I must say this new restoration looks and sounds amazing! The colors are vibrant and the sound is crystal clear. There is no signs of damage to the print whatsoever.

But Arrow Video made sure to make their deluxe Blu-ray filled with bonus feature. Take a look at what is included in this release.

* Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing

* Exclusive new audio commentary by director John McNaughton and producer Steven A. Jones

* Commentary by director John McNaughton, cinematographer Jeffrey Kimball, producers Steven A. Jones and Rodney Liber, editor Elena Maganini and score composer George S. Clinton

* Exclusive new interview with John McNaughton

* Exclusive new interview with Denise Richards

* Making of documentary

* An Understanding Lawyer outtakes

* Trailer

* Illustrated collector’s booklet featuring new writing on the film by Anne Billson and Sean Hogan

* Double-sided fold-out poster

* Six double-sided, postcard-sized lobby card reproductions

* Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sam Hadley

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Now Wild Things admittedly is not going to be for everyone. But for fans of this film, this new Blu-ray or 4K release is going to be a dream come true. A gorgeous looking copy of the film and amazing bonuses features. This is a definite must!

If you are a fan of the cult classic Wild Things this new Blu-ray or 4K release of Wild Things is going to need to be on your buy list. But for average film fans this will not be for you! If you would like to order a copy for yourself head over to Amazon today.