Friday the 13th (2009) Arrow Video 4k UltraHD Review

Director Marcus Nispel burst on the film scene updating the classic Texas Chainsaw Massacre for new audiences. Than in 2009 it was time to tackle another cult classic horror film. This time Friday the 13th.

Now as we come upon the 15th Anniversary of the film's theatrical release Arrow Video have decided to give horror film fans a treat for Halloween season.... a 4k release.

Synopsis: A group of oblivious teenagers choose Camp Crystal Lake as the destination for a weekend getaway. Among them, the young Clay Miller (Jared Padalecki, Supernatural) is not looking for fun and frolics, but for his sister Whitney who disappeared around the lake six weeks earlier. The trip turns into a waking nightmare as the bloodthirsty Jason emerges from the shadows, wielding a deadly machete and out for blood. Cut off from civilization, these youths discover too late that Crystal Lake bears the scars of a violent past as they uncover the terrifying events that spurred the masked killer's quest for violent vengeance.

Now audiences fall between, they really love or really hate this film. And while I am a classic cinema pureist I can appreciate good cinema. This is a good horror film. If it wasn't a remake, I believe this film would get a lot more love than it does.

This 2 disc 4k UltraHD set features a beautiful 4K scanned picture with crispness and clarity and a ton a content. Take a look at what Arrow Video loaded on this set.

DISC ONE: THEATRICAL CUT
* 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) of the Theatrical Cut
* Original 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio sound
* Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
* Brand new audio commentary by director Marcus Nispel
* Brand new audio commentary by writers Mark Swift and Damian Shannon
* Brand new interview with director Marcus Nispel
* Brand new interview with writers Mark Swift and Damian Shannon
* Brand new interview with cinematographer Daniel Pearl
* A Killer New Beginning, an exclusive video essay about why horror fans shouldn’t fear remakes, what 2009’s Friday the 13th remake gets right, and why the film serves as a perfect template for future franchise remakes by film critic Matt Donato
* Excerpts from the Terror Trivia Track
* The Rebirth of Jason Voorhees archival featurette
* Hacking Back / Slashing Forward archival featurette
* The 7 Best Kills archival featurette
* Deleted scenes
* Original teaser, trailer and TV spots
* Electronic press kit
* Image gallery


DISC TWO: KILLER CUT
* 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) of the Killer Cut
* Original 5.1 DTSHD Master Audio sound
* Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
* Brand new audio commentary by film critics Alexandra Heller-Nicholas and Josh Nelson

With two versions of the film and tons of new features Arrow Video really went above and beyond to make this release special. But on disc features are not all that is included. There is also some cool packaging bonuses.

*Double-sided foldout poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Gary Pullin
* Limited edition Greetings from Crystal Lake Postcard
* Illustrated collector’s booklet featuring new writing on the film by Matt Konopka and Alexandra West
* Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Gary Pullin

Arrow Video always goes above and beyond for film fans. They produce physical media releases that are more than just nice upgrades. They load the releases so that they are must own.

So is you are a fan of slasher films, try this new 4k of Friday the 13th. With 2 cuts of the film and bonuses it would make a great addition to a anyone's horror film collection.  Head over to MVD Shop or Oldies.com and order your copy today.


Out of 4 film reels (4 being the best) the 4K UltraHD release of Friday the 13th receives....