Demolition Man (1993) 4k UltraHD Review

When you think of action stars in the 1990s they didn't get much bigger than Sylvester Stallone and Wesley Snipes. But what if they would have been together in the same space, the same time on the big screen? Well in 1993 that happened with the sci-fi action film Demolition Man.

As we have seen the 30th anniversary of this film's release. The good folks at Arrow Video have now given this cult classic a much anticipated 4k UltraHD release.

Synopsis: In 2032, arch criminal Simon Phoenix (Snipes) awakens from a 35-year deep freeze in CryoPrison to find a world where crime is almost non-existent - a serene utopia ripe for the taking. With the police no longer equipped to deal with his 90s-style brutality, they revive 'Demolition Man' Sgt. John Spartan (Stallone), the no-holds-barred police officer unjustly sentenced to CryoPrison who originally took Phoenix down. Old-school cop against old-school criminal, settling their scores on the streets of San Angeles? The future won't know what's hit it.

Director Marco Brambilla takes Daniel Waters screenplay and weaves together a sci-fi action film that sprinkles in a little bit of comedy to make one fun and unforgettable cinematic experience. Now by no means is this a tremendous film. Demolition Man is not 2001 A Space Odyssey, Silent Running, or Planet of the Apes, but you will have fun watching this film and after all that is what makes a good film.

Demolition Man has been transferred to 4K Ultra HD (2160p) and is presented in 2.39:1 aspect ratio and is in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible). There are two audio options the original lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and Dolby Atmos audio. There is also the option for English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Demolition Man not only has been transferred to 4K, but it features a brand new 4K restoration from the original 35mm camera negative by Arrow Films, approved by director Marco Brambilla. This new 4K restoration is crisp and clean and shows no signs of damage to this film. In addition to a wonderful looking restoration there is tons of bonus features included.

* Includes both the domestic “Taco Bell” and international “Pizza Hut” versions of the film presented via seamless branching

* Brand new audio commentary by director Marco Brambilla and screenwriter Daniel Waters

* Brand new audio commentary by film historian Mike White of the Projection Booth podcast

* Archive audio commentary by Marco Brambilla and producer Joel Silver

* Demolition Design, a new interview with production designer David L. Snyder

* Cryo Action, a new interview with stunt coordinator Charles Percini

* Biggs' Body Shoppe, a new interview with special make-up effects artist Chris Biggs

* Tacos and Hockey Pucks, a new interview with body effects set coordinator Jeff Farley

* Somewhere Over the Rambo, a new visual essay by film scholar Josh Nelson

* Theatrical trailer

* Image gallery

* 60-page perfect bound collector’s book featuring new writing by film critics Clem Bastow, William Bibbiani, Priscilla Page and Martyn Pedler

* Limited edition packaging featuring newly commissioned artwork by Laurie Greasley

* Double-sided fold-out poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Laurie Greasley

* 6 postcard sized artcards

* ’Three Seashells’ and ‘Edgar Friendly graffiti’ stickers

* Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Laurie Greasley

As you can see Arrow Video really went above and beyond and loaded this 4k release with tons of bonus features. I love the interviews and the cool video essay. Then the ultra-cool artcards, booklet and so much more. This release is so epic!

If you love sci-fi action or the films of Sylvester Stallone this new 4K UltraHD of Demolition Man is a must own for your collection. Head over to MVD Shop or Amazon and order your copy today.