I would recommend these 10 4Ks (in no particular order): 1. Back to the Future trilogy 2. Blade Runner 3. The Matrix trilogy 4. Django 5. Misery 6. Lawrence of Arabia 7. Gladiator 8. Braveheart 9. Spiderman trilogy 10. Top Gun: Maverick
100% agree with your Lawrence of Arabia recommendation, I watched it in 4K recently and my jaw was on the floor. One of the best looking movies I've ever seen.
I dunno how things could be superior to my blu-ray version which is unbelievable already. I dunno what they will do in 20 years. Lawrence in my living room with his hologramic camel lol?
How Alien didn’t make the cut is beyond me. That 4K is incredible, and IMO head and shoulders above Jaws, for example. To this day it’s the most impressive transfer I’ve seen, and the movie is a masterpiece.
Blade Runner on 4K is amazing, and one of the few where the sound blew me away just as much as the visuals. The plethora of aerial shots with ships flying really made the most of my Dolby atmos system!
I use this disc as my reference. I was dialing in my system and that opening shot of the city with the towers shoot fire made the sub rumbled. My upstairs neighbor came down to see what was going on and we ended up watching the whole film together.
Awesome list. I'm one of those aliens who watched 2001 for the first time on 4K, and i was blown away by the visual quality of the restoration, it could have been filmed yesterday...
Your very brief mention of "Singing in the Rain" deserves a good look as well. For a 70+ year old movie, the restored 4K both looks and sounds incredible.
Ghoulies 2 is out on 4K, and Jaws 2. I'm still waiting for Shout Factory to put Garbage Pail Kids The Movie out on 4K, it's so bad but fun, but still painfully bad.
Lawrence of Arabia was peak 4k experience for me. I had never seen it before (35 yrs old). I was just blown away at how beautiful it was, the sets, the sound. I fell in love with old move remasters after this.
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i just watched 2001 for the first time on 4k last night! i was absolutely baffled. looked incredible. could not believe it was made in 1968. still not sure about the ending, but 85% is 100% worth watching lol
@@AGILISFPV i loved all of it until the vauge ass ending. everyone said it was so good. i was expecting to be entertained and not be provided with a puzzle to solve. i like it for what it is now, but i was not happy initially.
@@duncandonuts5268 Try watching its sequel, 2010: The Year We Make Contact. The sequel answers most questions raised by the first movie. Apparently, it's not available in 4K; but the sequel is presented in a more "conventional" format, with the plot and dialog more like a "regular" movie rather than an artistic puzzle like Kubrick's original. Many who like sci-fi movies consider 2010 a very good and underrated sequel. It's also written by Arthur C. Clarke, so its an "authentic" follow-up to the first movie and not some interpretation by another writer.
@@GaryBonaducci I watched it shortly after! I liked it a lot. Definetely didn't fit whatever the hell Kubrick was trying to convey, but it was really cool seeing where Arthur took the story.
Nice list. But Massively disagree that BR2049 has some of the “best HDR out there”. IMO it’s a perfect example of one of the worst uses of HDR: -I think it barely goes over 200nits. -WCG is nonexistent + doesn’t stretch into bt2020. -Deakins the DP is also notorious for being against HDR. It’s not far from KnivesOut - which was basically identical to its SDR Blu and mastered in an HDR container. BR2049 had loads of potential for great HDR but really fell short.
The HDTV Test UA-cam channel has a video analysing the HDR on blade runner 2049 and the movie basically doesn't have any HDR. You will always read comments on Reddit and UA-cam saying the BR 2049 picture is amazing and the HDR is great and the colors pop, this show people don't know what hdr is about.
Great list. You inspired me to watch the 4K Jaws that's been sitting on my shelf for a long time (I've seen it many times on other media). It was the first movie I watched on my new TV and it was really great on 4K. One suggestion: I think you've mentioned before how great old black & white movies look on 4K. I don't think you had any on your list. Two that I think would be good additions are Paths of Glory or (if you're overloaded with Kubrick movies) Double Indemnity.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Are you referring to the David Attenborough ones? I'm pretty sure Jeff way pre covid time has spotlighted them before which is why I got mine. I have Planet Earth 2, Blue Planet 2, Seven Worlds One Planet and Dynasties. The 2 issues is David himself ruining it with the guilt tripping climate change preachy stuff he sprinkles in after such an amazing presentation. Plus they're on the more pricey side of things on the format, BBC being greedy for sure. It's off putting because you could get a Boutique of a movie you know you love for a similar price point.
@@randallflagg7637 Yeah, those are what I meant. You just seldom hear them featured in any UA-camrs’ “Films You Must Own” even though in my opinion they are some of the best looking ones in my collection. I pretty much have all of the ones issued on 4k. I thought about it while watching Frozen Planet II today.
@@dmichaelelkins1 My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@Sammy-34079 what in the world is the logic? Oled 4k destroys 1080p and bluray. Just the dolby atmos alone is worth most upgrades, let alone Hdr and dolby vision. I'd be very interested in hearing your arguments. I've upgraded my TV several times since 1080p days and each time is better than the last.
I also own all the Planet Earth / Blue Planet and Amazing Earth love nature docs. I think Blue Planet II is the best looking of them all and definitely demo material.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079 First person I've ever seen that claims such a thing. A good 4k release improves upon the blu ray release. If something is already good, why wouldn't better resolution, better colors and better sound make it... better? Blu ray is already great, but come on, dude... There are some horrible 4k releases, but the ones that are actually good make a night and day difference. Taste is subjective and there will always be someone who prefers watching stuff in 480p rather than on 4k for whatever reason. Doesn't mean that the average consumer thinks that way. The guy that posted will probably like 4k more than blu ray just like +90% of people.
Jeff i dont know about red shoes but the most colorful movie that i have ever seen hands down have to be Speed Racer. Not one of the best movies but its entertaining. I would buy it if it hits on 4k. Best war movie that i like best was the Guns of navarone until 1917. What a great film. Bought me my dream oled tv Sony bravia 65 inch. First movie that i saw on the set was Jaws. I was shock and blown away on how great it look. The second was my fav sci fi movie Prometheus. Wow saw it twice. Today is my birthday and also reach a landmark in my collection 36k on the dot. Keep putting out such great competent. Really enjoy those short videos.
I've got most of these already in my collection (excluding Jaws, Django and Glory) and by God those are truly some of the best looking discs of all time. I'd also like to add The Wizard of Oz, Suspiria (1977), My Fair Lady, all of the Indiana Jones movies, Mulholland Drive, Citizen Kane, Phenomena, The Bridge on the River Kwai, Army of Darkness, Casablanca, Cinderella, Thelma & Louise, 夢 (Dreams), Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Possession, Schindler's List, The Fugitive, Titanic and The Abyss
Lemme guess, Amazon sale going for it right now? A review I read there swayed me, reckoning it does see a great upgrade. The price isn't bad for a "notable named" director. Mines still making its way to me.
I've heard that when purchasing directly from distributors such as Arrow, Criterion, Kino, Shout, Studio Distribution Services (Gruv), etc., they receive more royalties. Yet aren't sales via major retailors such as Amazon and Walmart how these distributors determine how well physical media is doing? So if I want my purchasing decisions to help support the format, should I purchase directly from the distributors or major retailors such Amazon and Walmart?
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Great list and 2001 looks amazing in 4k. Interstellar is also my favorite Nolan film. The soundtrack and the visuals-just amazing. And I have to agree with you that the original Blade Runner is well worth the money on 4k. That’s a film that has great re-watch value and the sound and visuals are top-notch.
You are correct, Jeff; My Fair Lady (1964) is a Technicolor film. The Red Shoes (1948) is not a musical, though it definitely is a picture that features dancing and is done in a very musical style. Denzel Washington actually won his first Academy Award for Glory (1989).
" _My Fair Lady_ (1964) is a Technicolor film". Yes, but... that really doesn't mean anything. 'Technicolor' has several different meanings, depending on the timeline. It can refer to (1) an origination process; (2) it can refer to a printing process; and (3), it can simply refer to a film laboratory. And in reference to (1) & (2), there are two types of Technicolor: Technicolor Process No. IV: Three-Strip; and Technicolor Process No. V: Dye transfer prints from chromogenic negative ([most-likely] Eastman Color negative film). Since virtually no current-day BD's or 4K's are sourced from release prints, what matters in the world of Technicolor is (1) - the origination process - specifically the use of the Technicolor *3-Strip Camera* - and access to the three camera negatives (Red-Green-Blue). _The Red Shoes_ is a perfect example, as the 2009 restoration (from which the 4K release was mastered) utilized the OCN's as the source - for better or worse. So, to Jeff's point, the 'quality' of the color capture is different than what is achieved thru the use of Eastman Color Negative Film. And when HDR-grading is added to the 3-Strip negatives, the image as seen in the digital (4K) domain can really shine. As far as _My Fair Lady_ is concerned, that film was shot in 65mm, using Eastman Color Negative Film. "Color by Technicolor" in this case, actually has two meanings: It was the laboratory that both processed the negative and [originally] supplied the release prints. The 70mm release prints used Dye Coupler technology, and the 35mm reduction prints [were most-likely] Dye Transfer prints. The color 'quality' of the 35mm vs. the 70mm prints differs as one set used Dye Transfer technology rather than Dye Coupler technology - giving a different meaning to 'Color by Technicolor'. Realistically, the 35mm prints used Technicolor Process No. V, and the 70mm release prints were simply Eastman Color - loosely labeled as "Color by Technicolor", as the film laboratory of record. As for the 4K release of _My Fair Lady_ - according to Robert Harris, who did the original restoration work: " _Image is derived from 8K scans (down-razzed to 4K) from approximately 150 minutes of original 65mm negative and 21 minutes of 65mm black & white separation masters_ ". But at the end of the day, it's still Eastman Color.
@smsstuart I was just going off if the credits in the film, especially since if it were filmed in Eastmancolor, the credits would have stated as such; though some Eastmancolor films never credited the color process, which always confuses me. Eastmancolor seems to be the only process that did that in films; if a film were shot in Technicolor, Deluxe, Rank Film Laboratories, or Metrocolor, it was often credited. Eastmancolor would sometimes be credited, and sometimes not. As detailed as your reply is, I would just still rather say that My Fair Lady is a Technicolor film since the credits label it as such. If it said Prints by Technicolor, well then it would be apparent that it wasn't filmed in Technicolor.
@@garrettbays6942 I didn't wish to add any confusion, and would agree with you, if the credit states: "Color by Technicolor" - then Technicolor it is; and as you stated.. _"...that My Fair Lady is a Technicolor film since the credits label it as such."_ I brought this up merely to clarify the process(es); and as you can see, there were many. You stated: _"if a film were shot in Technicolor, Deluxe, Rank Film Laboratories, or Metrocolor..."_ The only problem with that statement is - the only films *_shot_** in Technicolor* used the Technicolor 3-Strip camera, PERIOD; otherwise a film was 'shot' using Eastman Color, Fujicolor, [God forbid] Ansco Color, etc. film. Technicolor played fast and loose with its name following the retirement of the 3-Strip camera thanks to their continued use of Dye Transfer (IB) Printing and Eastman Kodak's development of the Eastman Monopack 35mm negative stock usable in regular, 35mm cameras. Following the era of the Technicolor 3-Strip Camera, in America, it was almost guaranteed Eastman Color Negative film was utilized for origination, and the laboratories (De Luxe, Metrocolor, Technicolor, [don't forget WarnerColor], DuArt, etc.), processed the negatives, per Eastman's specs., and produced release prints that 'may' have carried a particular *look* indicative of the film laboratory where the work was done.
@smsstuart You mentioned WarnerColor; I found out from Leonard Maltin that WarnerColor was just a trade name for Eastmancolor. For that matter, Ansco, after its color process was modified, would become Metrocolor. MGM used Eastmancolor for a few years after Ansco, and then when Ansco became Metrocolor, that was their primary color process, though they would use Technicolor for their 70mm epics like Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1959), King of Kings (1961), and Mutiny on the Bounty (1962). I noticed that Paramount would use Metrocolor quite a bit in the mid-'70s up until the early '80s.
@@garrettbays6942 WarnerColor = Eastman Color - yes, it certainly was. I really don't know what film lab(s) they used to do their work, but a few of their WarnerColor films had titles reading: WarnerColor - Prints by Technicolor. (I presume those were dye transfer prints). The story I heard was Warner Bros. missed procuring the rights to the Hypergonar (anamorphic) lens from Henri Chrétien by one day - 2oth Century-Fox being the 'victors'. Jack Warner was pissed and went about coming up with another anamorphic system, using Zeiss-made anamorphic lenses - the system *WarnerSuperScope* - being identical in every way with what Fox [ultimately] settled on by the time _The Robe_ was released in September, 1953. But it was not to be. Following a war of words between Darryl Zanuck at Fox and Jack Warner, the WarnerSuperScope system was abandoned. Warners passed their Zeiss contract to Fox and the only film made with the Zeiss lenses, _The Command_ was Warner Bros. premiere engagement, but was released under the CinemaScope banner. Undoubtedly, Warner Bros. wanted a complete system they could call their own, but 2oth Century-Fox ended up with the _premiere_ anamorphic system, along with directional, 4-Track Magnetic Sound. Paramount developed VistaVision, and in 1954 MGM would begin work with a 'little' optics company - who was among many optical houses supplying much-needed anamorphic projection lenses to theatres - to develop a 70mm camera system to compete with Cinerama. The system was called _MGM Camera 65 _*_The Window of the World._* It would later be known as *Ultra Panavision 70.* It's a specialized business, with a lot of proprietary methods, many of which have been lost as those who 'made the magic happen' have died-off.
Great video on where to start on collecting 4K films. I always thought the older films looks the best in 4K but be wary on who is restorating them because of the James Cameron's AI True Lies rendering. Though I bought Batman Mask of the Phantasm on 4K and man it is such a great 4K version for $18
4k Is garbage blu ray discs I'm glad I bought a new 1080p tv This and keeping 1080p bluray discs plus 4k tvs Our garbage, they make my regular high-definition. Blu-ray discs look terrible upscale.
Great choices as always Jeff!! Absolutely agree with you on Christopher Nolan films. They are fantastic on 4K especially Interstellar ! And may i mention Tenet?
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079 a little too late on that my friend. I’ve owned 4K Blu rays for 7 years. I’ve owned Blu rays for than 10 years. I love them both. It comes down to preference. I don’t always enjoy the pricing in 4Ks I admit, but I enjoy them so much. Enjoy ur Blu rays tho :)
Some excellent tips here, which i can vouch for as i have quite a few of them. The other aspect is sound. Of the films in this list, when heard on even a half decent surround system, Blade Runner 2049 can show you what a 4k disc can do, and what streaming does not even come close to
I own three of those movies on 4K, Jaws, The Shining, and Interstellar. I would also recommend newcomers to the format like Joker, The Dark Knight, and Top Gun Maverick on 4K.
Joker was specifically made with Dolby Vision in mind, definitely reference quality. I saw it twice in cinema and the home physical 4K release blows it out of the water imo. I only just recently watched my Top Gun Maverick, holy crap, looks and sounds phenomenal. The original in 4K also deserves a mention, another one that at times looks way more recently made than it is.
@@randallflagg7637 Joker is really great, it’s the most replayed 4K disc movie, because I love the scenes! It’s one of the reasons I bought Joker, I usually don’t buy 4K blu rays unless the movie has replay value and utilizes my big Sony 4K TV!
@@Markimark151 My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@randallflagg7637 My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079 dude, 4K is overall better when you have a home theater, some movies look better in 1080p because of the original master was recorded in that digital format, but big IMAX movies by Christopher Nolan who make outstanding 4K visuals are amazing! Please stop with that nonsense!
I only just got on the 4K bandwagon a few months ago and my two were Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and Hook, both films I'd only had on DVD and WOW, those 4Ks shine for me.
Absolutely agree with apocalypse now. It looks like it was filmed yesterday. I’ve only watched the Final Cut on 4K, I haven’t watched the theatrical or redux cuts yet.
If you haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend Tremors 4k release that Arrow Video put out. It looks amazing and the desert/mountain landscape of Perfection is incredible.
Great list, spot on..Also on my list Spartacus , Schindlers list, John Wick 4, Dune 1+2, Mad Max Fury road, There are so many great transfers out there.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Hi Jeff, thank you for your videos. A question, in your opinion is there a difference between the 4K I can purchase, for example, on the Apple TV store, or the hard discs? Thank you. PS: do you have a video on best UHD Players?
Great video Jeff. A movie I totally recommend that I think you’ll like is The Long Good Friday. Just been released on 4K. British gangster movie from the late 70’s. I did a review on my channel recently for it, I think you’d like that.
I also highly recommend checking Walmart’s clearance as well. I picked up the BR4K Steel Book of Killer Klowns From Outer Space yesterday for $18, and the Godzilla Vs King King (2023) BR4K Steel Book for $14 on clearance. I would also add Full Metal Jacket, and First Blood to the list.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
I just bought a 4K Blu-ray player over the weekend and I wanted my first 4K Blu-ray purchase to be Pulp Fiction since it's my all-time favorite movie. Can you tell me, if you know, if it's a good purchase in terms of quality or would I better off with the standard Blu-ray?
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I haven't seen the final cut of Blade Runner yet, but i have seen the director's cut several times. Not taking into account with 4k quality vs blu ray quality, what is the better cut in your opinion?
Yes 4K discs are great - when they work. But about half of mine have turned out to be faulty or completely unplayable after only a couple of viewings. What to do? I've been forced to double dip on movies that I simply must have in my collection, like Apocalypse Now and LOTR trilogy and Alien. I've stopped buying new 4K releases. Regular blurays have lasted me for years.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@selvan1116 I'm glad i avoid 4k tv. 4k monitor 4k tablet I'll be living with 1080p tv 1080p monitor and 1080p amazon fire tablet i bought a 1080p tv this year form samsung 4k is the worst technology.
When I saw Glory was coming to 4K I think I clicked “preorder” faster than any time in my life. It’s been one of my favorite movies since childhood, and the transfer is amazing. Also this was the first movie Denzel WON an Oscar for
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
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@@ROBLOX-1gv7ej2j what do you mean? I’ve had flat screens since 2007. TVs have gotten better. Oled tvs produce a far superior image. I’m not saying 4K is a major advantage over 1080p, but it’s still an advantage. The big difference is wide gamut and hdr implementation. Along with brightness and black levels. If I watch a 4K HDR vs a 1080p SDR Bluray the 4K is clearly better, and a much better experience. Besides, they don’t even make 1080p tvs anymore.
@@ShotgunSandwichENT And guess what? I was ultimate lucky to buy a 1080p tv new at aaron's You can believe they don't sell them anymore.I bought one this year , so ha ha I surprisingly bought one this year And I don't have to ever upgrade to that garbage nasty 4k Technology dummy
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Hey, should I go out of my way to to get a Dolby Vision player? I’ve seen comparisons and I honestly think DV makes the picture too dark. But I hear people talk about it like it’s essential. Personally when I see a comparison I’m like meh.
The issue im finding is that when I buy disks they turn out to be dvr rips which are missing scenes and are crappy. Where do you source "official" movies? Ive been getting them from amazon/ebay and have had multiple scam disks.
did you see Dune part two in IMAX cinema? I thought that was the loudest sound in a movie theatre. Oppenheimer has few loud moments, but Dune two was rumbling for majority of its time.
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My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Have seen 2001 in 35mm and 70mm both at the Coolidge Corner in Boston, I think I might try and see the 70mm print at the Somerville theater which I think you’re referring to. It will blow your mind in 70mm!
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Interesting choices Jeff. I would have picked The Godfather 1 or 2 as well as Taxi Driver and Dune Part 1 and 2…but you have a good 👍 list. Thx for the great topic and video.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
4k bluray 4k tv trash 1080p bluray 1080p tv is better Don't have no idea why people want to upgrade their television into 4K. It's a waste of money. People need to obviously just go back to full hd tvs
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
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@@JeffRauseo ok man
I would recommend these 10 4Ks (in no particular order):
1. Back to the Future trilogy
2. Blade Runner
3. The Matrix trilogy
4. Django
5. Misery
6. Lawrence of Arabia
7. Gladiator
8. Braveheart
9. Spiderman trilogy
10. Top Gun: Maverick
100% agree with your Lawrence of Arabia recommendation, I watched it in 4K recently and my jaw was on the floor. One of the best looking movies I've ever seen.
I picked that up but have not had a chance to see it all yet. I did preview it a bit and it looks good.
Even the superbit DVD of Lawrence of Arabia is stunning for a DVD. The blu ray is also spectacular.
I dunno how things could be superior to my blu-ray version which is unbelievable already. I dunno what they will do in 20 years. Lawrence in my living room with his hologramic camel lol?
You watch it on oled, led, projector? Also do you use govee lights whilst filming?
How Alien didn’t make the cut is beyond me. That 4K is incredible, and IMO head and shoulders above Jaws, for example. To this day it’s the most impressive transfer I’ve seen, and the movie is a masterpiece.
Blade Runner on 4K is amazing, and one of the few where the sound blew me away just as much as the visuals. The plethora of aerial shots with ships flying really made the most of my Dolby atmos system!
I use this disc as my reference. I was dialing in my system and that opening shot of the city with the towers shoot fire made the sub rumbled. My upstairs neighbor came down to see what was going on and we ended up watching the whole film together.
"...but it's a shit movie." Classic.
Some great recommendations. I would also add The Thing. Incredible 4k.
I suggest also Alien, The Matrix, Saving Private Ryan, and AKIRA to name a few.
The Matrix was my first DVD, my first Blu-ray, and my first 4K. One of my forever favorite movies and an excellent picture and sound demo.
i saw a lot of guys hating on the matrix release over the years, something tint related iirc.
@adacPROKYON I mean, I don't have an og copy to compare to so maybe that's why.
@@adacPROKYON Opposite, the old matrix blu ray was incredibly inaccurate, the new release is much closer to the original film prints
Akira is absolutely beautiful!
Awesome list.
I'm one of those aliens who watched 2001 for the first time on 4K, and i was blown away by the visual quality of the restoration, it could have been filmed yesterday...
The Ten Commandments is a great one.
Great story. Amazing Picture
Just got that Lawrence steelbook and I think it is incredible. Guns of Navarone steelbook was amazing too.
Alien is also stunnning in 4k. It's like a new Nostromo.
Your very brief mention of "Singing in the Rain" deserves a good look as well. For a 70+ year old movie, the restored 4K both looks and sounds incredible.
Please make a list of great looking 4Ks of Terrible Movies, I'd unironically enjoy that.
Avatar: the Way of Water, absolutely beautiful film, terrible script
Ghoulies 2 is out on 4K, and Jaws 2. I'm still waiting for Shout Factory to put Garbage Pail Kids The Movie out on 4K, it's so bad but fun, but still painfully bad.
I think Spartacus looks amazing on 4k as does Alien.
That Gemini Man stray has me dying LMAO
I’m ducking from Will Smith’s incoming slap!
😂@@JeffRauseo
I regret not going to see it in the cinema. I was put off by poor reviews but will there ever be another chance to see something in 120fps? Doubtful.
Lawrence of Arabia was peak 4k experience for me. I had never seen it before (35 yrs old). I was just blown away at how beautiful it was, the sets, the sound. I fell in love with old move remasters after this.
Does this release for Apocalypse Now include the theatrical cut? The extended versions are too bloated for my taste
The version I have has all 3 cuts plus Hearts Of Darkness.
Yes it does thank god. redux is a downright chore to get through and the Final Cut also drags.
It doesn’t. The release with all three cuts is OOP. The only an available, without paying nearly $100 on eBay, is just the “Final Cut” unfortunately.
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For me, Bladerunner is the best film ever made.
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Speaking of westerns, I'd recommend Unforgiven. Great movie, great remaster, not very expensive
i just watched 2001 for the first time on 4k last night! i was absolutely baffled. looked incredible. could not believe it was made in 1968. still not sure about the ending, but 85% is 100% worth watching lol
Awesome! I loved it on 4K too!!
Shame it's a snooze fest of a movie. Couldn't stand it.
@@AGILISFPV i loved all of it until the vauge ass ending. everyone said it was so good. i was expecting to be entertained and not be provided with a puzzle to solve. i like it for what it is now, but i was not happy initially.
@@duncandonuts5268 Try watching its sequel, 2010: The Year We Make Contact. The sequel answers most questions raised by the first movie. Apparently, it's not available in 4K; but the sequel is presented in a more "conventional" format, with the plot and dialog more like a "regular" movie rather than an artistic puzzle like Kubrick's original. Many who like sci-fi movies consider 2010 a very good and underrated sequel. It's also written by Arthur C. Clarke, so its an "authentic" follow-up to the first movie and not some interpretation by another writer.
@@GaryBonaducci I watched it shortly after! I liked it a lot. Definetely didn't fit whatever the hell Kubrick was trying to convey, but it was really cool seeing where Arthur took the story.
2001 a space oddessy is impossible to believe how good it looks. I was blown away by how clean it looked. No way it was made in the 60s. 10/10!!!
Agree on selections
Enjoyed Blade Runner sequel a lot more than I'd thought I would.
Nice list. But Massively disagree that BR2049 has some of the “best HDR out there”. IMO it’s a perfect example of one of the worst uses of HDR:
-I think it barely goes over 200nits.
-WCG is nonexistent
+ doesn’t stretch into bt2020. -Deakins the DP is also notorious for being against HDR. It’s not far from KnivesOut - which was basically identical to its SDR Blu and mastered in an HDR container. BR2049 had loads of potential for great HDR but really fell short.
The HDTV Test UA-cam channel has a video analysing the HDR on blade runner 2049 and the movie basically doesn't have any HDR. You will always read comments on Reddit and UA-cam saying the BR 2049 picture is amazing and the HDR is great and the colors pop, this show people don't know what hdr is about.
BR2029 is absolutely fantastic.
Totally agree with what you said about Interstellar. I also feel it's Nolan's best with the Dark Knight series right behind it.
Great list. You inspired me to watch the 4K Jaws that's been sitting on my shelf for a long time (I've seen it many times on other media). It was the first movie I watched on my new TV and it was really great on 4K.
One suggestion: I think you've mentioned before how great old black & white movies look on 4K. I don't think you had any on your list. Two that I think would be good additions are Paths of Glory or (if you're overloaded with Kubrick movies) Double Indemnity.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Hey Jeff, I never see any UA-camrs ever mention any of the BBC Earth documentaries. They are great for showing off your 4k system.
Are you referring to the David Attenborough ones? I'm pretty sure Jeff way pre covid time has spotlighted them before which is why I got mine. I have Planet Earth 2, Blue Planet 2, Seven Worlds One Planet and Dynasties. The 2 issues is David himself ruining it with the guilt tripping climate change preachy stuff he sprinkles in after such an amazing presentation. Plus they're on the more pricey side of things on the format, BBC being greedy for sure. It's off putting because you could get a Boutique of a movie you know you love for a similar price point.
@@randallflagg7637 Yeah, those are what I meant. You just seldom hear them featured in any UA-camrs’ “Films You Must Own” even though in my opinion they are some of the best looking ones in my collection. I pretty much have all of the ones issued on 4k. I thought about it while watching Frozen Planet II today.
@@dmichaelelkins1 My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@Sammy-34079 what in the world is the logic? Oled 4k destroys 1080p and bluray. Just the dolby atmos alone is worth most upgrades, let alone Hdr and dolby vision. I'd be very interested in hearing your arguments. I've upgraded my TV several times since 1080p days and each time is better than the last.
I also own all the Planet Earth / Blue Planet and Amazing Earth love nature docs. I think Blue Planet II is the best looking of them all and definitely demo material.
Been wanting to starting a 4k collection could you to a hardware 4k player sound system etc
I have not started collecting 4K yet, but Interstellar is my favorite movie so I'm pumped it made this list!
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079 First person I've ever seen that claims such a thing. A good 4k release improves upon the blu ray release. If something is already good, why wouldn't better resolution, better colors and better sound make it... better? Blu ray is already great, but come on, dude...
There are some horrible 4k releases, but the ones that are actually good make a night and day difference. Taste is subjective and there will always be someone who prefers watching stuff in 480p rather than on 4k for whatever reason. Doesn't mean that the average consumer thinks that way. The guy that posted will probably like 4k more than blu ray just like +90% of people.
Jeff i dont know about red shoes but the most colorful movie that i have ever seen hands down have to be Speed Racer. Not one of the best movies but its entertaining. I would buy it if it hits on 4k. Best war movie that i like best was the Guns of navarone until 1917. What a great film. Bought me my dream oled tv Sony bravia 65 inch. First movie that i saw on the set was Jaws. I was shock and blown away on how great it look. The second was my fav sci fi movie Prometheus. Wow saw it twice. Today is my birthday and also reach a landmark in my collection 36k on the dot. Keep putting out such great competent. Really enjoy those short videos.
I've got most of these already in my collection (excluding Jaws, Django and Glory) and by God those are truly some of the best looking discs of all time. I'd also like to add The Wizard of Oz, Suspiria (1977), My Fair Lady, all of the Indiana Jones movies, Mulholland Drive, Citizen Kane, Phenomena, The Bridge on the River Kwai, Army of Darkness, Casablanca, Cinderella, Thelma & Louise, 夢 (Dreams), Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Possession, Schindler's List, The Fugitive, Titanic and The Abyss
I just ordered Reservoir Dogs 4K UHD version. My first 4K UHD disc. How's it?
Lemme guess, Amazon sale going for it right now? A review I read there swayed me, reckoning it does see a great upgrade. The price isn't bad for a "notable named" director. Mines still making its way to me.
I've heard that when purchasing directly from distributors such as Arrow, Criterion, Kino, Shout, Studio Distribution Services (Gruv), etc., they receive more royalties. Yet aren't sales via major retailors such as Amazon and Walmart how these distributors determine how well physical media is doing? So if I want my purchasing decisions to help support the format, should I purchase directly from the distributors or major retailors such Amazon and Walmart?
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Very very good hit with "The Red Shoes" young man. Glad you know about these films.
Damn. No love for The Revenant. I think that disc is massively underrated for reference level.
It’s so hard to do just 10! That one is also great
@@JeffRauseo i hear that. Very true lol
A Stunning Picture. Absolutely
Men In Black 4K is another excellent choice! I was blown away by the quality and sound.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079are u for real? I have a full hd tv, do u think I’ll not notice much difference from 1080 and 4k?
Great list and 2001 looks amazing in 4k. Interstellar is also my favorite Nolan film. The soundtrack and the visuals-just amazing. And I have to agree with you that the original Blade Runner is well worth the money on 4k. That’s a film that has great re-watch value and the sound and visuals are top-notch.
You are correct, Jeff; My Fair Lady (1964) is a Technicolor film.
The Red Shoes (1948) is not a musical, though it definitely is a picture that features dancing and is done in a very musical style.
Denzel Washington actually won his first Academy Award for Glory (1989).
" _My Fair Lady_ (1964) is a Technicolor film". Yes, but... that really doesn't mean anything. 'Technicolor' has several different meanings, depending on the timeline. It can refer to (1) an origination process; (2) it can refer to a printing process; and (3), it can simply refer to a film laboratory. And in reference to (1) & (2), there are two types of Technicolor: Technicolor Process No. IV: Three-Strip; and Technicolor Process No. V: Dye transfer prints from chromogenic negative ([most-likely] Eastman Color negative film).
Since virtually no current-day BD's or 4K's are sourced from release prints, what matters in the world of Technicolor is (1) - the origination process - specifically the use of the Technicolor *3-Strip Camera* - and access to the three camera negatives (Red-Green-Blue). _The Red Shoes_ is a perfect example, as the 2009 restoration (from which the 4K release was mastered) utilized the OCN's as the source - for better or worse. So, to Jeff's point, the 'quality' of the color capture is different than what is achieved thru the use of Eastman Color Negative Film. And when HDR-grading is added to the 3-Strip negatives, the image as seen in the digital (4K) domain can really shine.
As far as _My Fair Lady_ is concerned, that film was shot in 65mm, using Eastman Color Negative Film. "Color by Technicolor" in this case, actually has two meanings: It was the laboratory that both processed the negative and [originally] supplied the release prints. The 70mm release prints used Dye Coupler technology, and the 35mm reduction prints [were most-likely] Dye Transfer prints. The color 'quality' of the 35mm vs. the 70mm prints differs as one set used Dye Transfer technology rather than Dye Coupler technology - giving a different meaning to 'Color by Technicolor'. Realistically, the 35mm prints used Technicolor Process No. V, and the 70mm release prints were simply Eastman Color - loosely labeled as "Color by Technicolor", as the film laboratory of record.
As for the 4K release of _My Fair Lady_ - according to Robert Harris, who did the original restoration work: " _Image is derived from 8K scans (down-razzed to 4K) from approximately 150 minutes of original 65mm negative and 21 minutes of 65mm black & white separation masters_ ". But at the end of the day, it's still Eastman Color.
@smsstuart I was just going off if the credits in the film, especially since if it were filmed in Eastmancolor, the credits would have stated as such; though some Eastmancolor films never credited the color process, which always confuses me. Eastmancolor seems to be the only process that did that in films; if a film were shot in Technicolor, Deluxe, Rank Film Laboratories, or Metrocolor, it was often credited. Eastmancolor would sometimes be credited, and sometimes not.
As detailed as your reply is, I would just still rather say that My Fair Lady is a Technicolor film since the credits label it as such. If it said Prints by Technicolor, well then it would be apparent that it wasn't filmed in Technicolor.
@@garrettbays6942 I didn't wish to add any confusion, and would agree with you, if the credit states: "Color by Technicolor" - then Technicolor it is; and as you stated.. _"...that My Fair Lady is a Technicolor film since the credits label it as such."_ I brought this up merely to clarify the process(es); and as you can see, there were many.
You stated: _"if a film were shot in Technicolor, Deluxe, Rank Film Laboratories, or Metrocolor..."_ The only problem with that statement is - the only films *_shot_** in Technicolor* used the Technicolor 3-Strip camera, PERIOD; otherwise a film was 'shot' using Eastman Color, Fujicolor, [God forbid] Ansco Color, etc. film. Technicolor played fast and loose with its name following the retirement of the 3-Strip camera thanks to their continued use of Dye Transfer (IB) Printing and Eastman Kodak's development of the Eastman Monopack 35mm negative stock usable in regular, 35mm cameras. Following the era of the Technicolor 3-Strip Camera, in America, it was almost guaranteed Eastman Color Negative film was utilized for origination, and the laboratories (De Luxe, Metrocolor, Technicolor, [don't forget WarnerColor], DuArt, etc.), processed the negatives, per Eastman's specs., and produced release prints that 'may' have carried a particular *look* indicative of the film laboratory where the work was done.
@smsstuart You mentioned WarnerColor; I found out from Leonard Maltin that WarnerColor was just a trade name for Eastmancolor. For that matter, Ansco, after its color process was modified, would become Metrocolor. MGM used Eastmancolor for a few years after Ansco, and then when Ansco became Metrocolor, that was their primary color process, though they would use Technicolor for their 70mm epics like Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1959), King of Kings (1961), and Mutiny on the Bounty (1962).
I noticed that Paramount would use Metrocolor quite a bit in the mid-'70s up until the early '80s.
@@garrettbays6942 WarnerColor = Eastman Color - yes, it certainly was. I really don't know what film lab(s) they used to do their work, but a few of their WarnerColor films had titles reading: WarnerColor - Prints by Technicolor. (I presume those were dye transfer prints).
The story I heard was Warner Bros. missed procuring the rights to the Hypergonar (anamorphic) lens from Henri Chrétien by one day - 2oth Century-Fox being the 'victors'. Jack Warner was pissed and went about coming up with another anamorphic system, using Zeiss-made anamorphic lenses - the system *WarnerSuperScope* - being identical in every way with what Fox [ultimately] settled on by the time _The Robe_ was released in September, 1953. But it was not to be. Following a war of words between Darryl Zanuck at Fox and Jack Warner, the WarnerSuperScope system was abandoned. Warners passed their Zeiss contract to Fox and the only film made with the Zeiss lenses, _The Command_ was Warner Bros. premiere engagement, but was released under the CinemaScope banner.
Undoubtedly, Warner Bros. wanted a complete system they could call their own, but 2oth Century-Fox ended up with the _premiere_ anamorphic system, along with directional, 4-Track Magnetic Sound. Paramount developed VistaVision, and in 1954 MGM would begin work with a 'little' optics company - who was among many optical houses supplying much-needed anamorphic projection lenses to theatres - to develop a 70mm camera system to compete with Cinerama. The system was called _MGM Camera 65 _*_The Window of the World._* It would later be known as *Ultra Panavision 70.*
It's a specialized business, with a lot of proprietary methods, many of which have been lost as those who 'made the magic happen' have died-off.
Great video on where to start on collecting 4K films. I always thought the older films looks the best in 4K but be wary on who is restorating them because of the James Cameron's AI True Lies rendering. Though I bought Batman Mask of the Phantasm on 4K and man it is such a great 4K version for $18
Holiday Inn 1942, I hope they'd restore and upscale to UHD this gem.
Regarding Denzel Washington movies add Deja Vu 2006.
4k Is garbage blu ray discs
I'm glad I bought a new 1080p tv This and keeping 1080p bluray discs plus 4k tvs Our garbage, they make my regular high-definition. Blu-ray discs look terrible upscale.
Good video, a couple of my favorites for 4k discs are how to train your dragon 3, blade runner 2049, and even venom 2 or matrix 4
Curious if there’s an interest on best 20 4K transfers from the beginning (2014?) of HDR 4K discs through 2024?
Akira looks really good in 4k and Goonies also looks very nice in 4k. seems like older movies benefit more from 4k than modern movies.
Another two vintage movies which looks amazing on 4k are The Ten Commandments and Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo.
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Thank you for this. Do you have a similar video for bluray players?
Great choices as always Jeff!! Absolutely agree with you on Christopher Nolan films. They are fantastic on 4K especially Interstellar ! And may i mention Tenet?
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079 a little too late on that my friend. I’ve owned 4K Blu rays for 7 years. I’ve owned Blu rays for than 10 years. I love them both. It comes down to preference. I don’t always enjoy the pricing in 4Ks I admit, but I enjoy them so much. Enjoy ur Blu rays tho :)
Man Jeff. This is why we're here! Killer content as usual my dude! Love it
Have to agree Jaws is also my all time fave, I've ordered this and The Shining on 4K UHD Blade Runner will be my next purchase
Interstellar is the reason why I got into collecting 4K movies. Such a good movie with an incredible 4K transfer!
For the take-off I hang onto the sofa arms and hope the lounge lampshade survives!
Random but what are you using as your surround speakers right now? I think you had SVS satellites before?
Denzel won the Oscar for glory!😊
Hi bro, out of those you recommended are those I upgraded to 4K recently....really classic movies !
Just started my 4k collection 🎉
Jaws, Abyss, Bladerunner, ……are the original Indiana jones movies a good 4k pick? 🤔
Some excellent tips here, which i can vouch for as i have quite a few of them. The other aspect is sound. Of the films in this list, when heard on even a half decent surround system, Blade Runner 2049 can show you what a 4k disc can do, and what streaming does not even come close to
Great video Jeff.
I own three of those movies on 4K, Jaws, The Shining, and Interstellar. I would also recommend newcomers to the format like Joker, The Dark Knight, and Top Gun Maverick on 4K.
Joker was specifically made with Dolby Vision in mind, definitely reference quality. I saw it twice in cinema and the home physical 4K release blows it out of the water imo. I only just recently watched my Top Gun Maverick, holy crap, looks and sounds phenomenal. The original in 4K also deserves a mention, another one that at times looks way more recently made than it is.
@@randallflagg7637 Joker is really great, it’s the most replayed 4K disc movie, because I love the scenes! It’s one of the reasons I bought Joker, I usually don’t buy 4K blu rays unless the movie has replay value and utilizes my big Sony 4K TV!
@@Markimark151 My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@randallflagg7637 My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079 dude, 4K is overall better when you have a home theater, some movies look better in 1080p because of the original master was recorded in that digital format, but big IMAX movies by Christopher Nolan who make outstanding 4K visuals are amazing! Please stop with that nonsense!
Awesome list. Please make a video list of top 10 audio 4ks .
Jeff. This is a well thought list. The only down side is now you can extend this to top 25 or top 30.
I only just got on the 4K bandwagon a few months ago and my two were Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and Hook, both films I'd only had on DVD and WOW, those 4Ks shine for me.
Absolutely agree with apocalypse now. It looks like it was filmed yesterday. I’ve only watched the Final Cut on 4K, I haven’t watched the theatrical or redux cuts yet.
If you haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend Tremors 4k release that Arrow Video put out. It looks amazing and the desert/mountain landscape of Perfection is incredible.
Great suggestions Jeff! I love your alternate source tips!
A lot of good pics. I am surprised I didn’t see The Fugitive on your list. One that would be on my list would be Young Guns.
The Fugitive is a stunner
@@JeffRauseo yes it is. Such a good movie in general.
@@JeffRauseoomg Fugitive is a banger
Great list, spot on..Also on my list Spartacus , Schindlers list, John Wick 4, Dune 1+2, Mad Max Fury road, There are so many great transfers out there.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
I just stumbled upon your channel. Great content. Thank you
Hi Jeff, thank you for your videos. A question, in your opinion is there a difference between the 4K I can purchase, for example, on the Apple TV store, or the hard discs? Thank you. PS: do you have a video on best UHD Players?
Great video Jeff. A movie I totally recommend that I think you’ll like is The Long Good Friday. Just been released on 4K. British gangster movie from the late 70’s. I did a review on my channel recently for it, I think you’d like that.
I also highly recommend checking Walmart’s clearance as well. I picked up the BR4K Steel Book of Killer Klowns From Outer Space yesterday for $18, and the Godzilla Vs King King (2023) BR4K Steel Book for $14 on clearance. I would also add Full Metal Jacket, and First Blood to the list.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
I just bought a 4K Blu-ray player over the weekend and I wanted my first 4K Blu-ray purchase to be Pulp Fiction since it's my all-time favorite movie. Can you tell me, if you know, if it's a good purchase in terms of quality or would I better off with the standard Blu-ray?
4k bluray 4k tv trash
1080p bluray 1080p tv is better Don't have no idea why people want to upgrade their television into 4K. It's a waste of money. People need to obviously just go back to full hd tvs
Yes Interstellar! I got a UB820 last week and watched this movie on it and it looks so beautiful 😭!
I haven't seen the final cut of Blade Runner yet, but i have seen the director's cut several times. Not taking into account with 4k quality vs blu ray quality, what is the better cut in your opinion?
Yes 4K discs are great - when they work. But about half of mine have turned out to be faulty or completely unplayable after only a couple of viewings. What to do? I've been forced to double dip on movies that I simply must have in my collection, like Apocalypse Now and LOTR trilogy and Alien. I've stopped buying new 4K releases. Regular blurays have lasted me for years.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
@@Sammy-34079 Haha, I'm also a fan of classic movies on the Criterion Collection, and those 1080p bluray transfers are stunning and last a lifetime.
@@Sammy-34079 Haha...I'm also a fan of classic movies of the Criterion Collection, and those 1080p bluray transfers are stunning and last a lifetime.
But why upgrade? It's a waste of money. 4k bluray 4k tvs trash compared to. 1080p bluray and 1080p tvs
@@selvan1116 I'm glad i avoid 4k tv. 4k monitor 4k tablet I'll be living with 1080p tv 1080p monitor and 1080p amazon fire tablet i bought a 1080p tv this year form samsung
4k is the worst technology.
Channel provides great info. Thanks!
When I saw Glory was coming to 4K I think I clicked “preorder” faster than any time in my life. It’s been one of my favorite movies since childhood, and the transfer is amazing.
Also this was the first movie Denzel WON an Oscar for
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Great video! I’m gonna check a few of those out. What tv do you watch on? I’m assuming an oled of some type.
4k bluray 4k tv trash
1080p bluray 1080p tv is better Don't have no idea why people want to upgrade their television into 4K. It's a waste of money. People need to obviously just go back to full hd tvs
@@ROBLOX-1gv7ej2j what do you mean? I’ve had flat screens since 2007. TVs have gotten better. Oled tvs produce a far superior image. I’m not saying 4K is a major advantage over 1080p, but it’s still an advantage. The big difference is wide gamut and hdr implementation. Along with brightness and black levels.
If I watch a 4K HDR vs a 1080p SDR Bluray the 4K is clearly better, and a much better experience.
Besides, they don’t even make 1080p tvs anymore.
@@ShotgunSandwichENT And guess what? I was ultimate lucky to buy a 1080p tv new at aaron's You can believe they don't sell them anymore.I bought one this year , so ha ha I surprisingly bought one this year And I don't have to ever upgrade to that garbage nasty 4k Technology dummy
@@ShotgunSandwichENTPlease buddy prove me details. Why you think they don't sell them anymore. I got one at aaron's And I refuse to buy a 4K TV.
@@ShotgunSandwichENTWhy don't you go to craigslist? They always seduce seldom.
Where is everyone getting Lawrence of Arabia? Everything I see (here in the UK anyway) is £80+. Was there a re-release in the US or something?
But have you watched the limited theatrical re-release of Jaws in 3D, a couple of years ago?
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Hey Jeff. Glad I found you on Letterboxd. Thanks for all you do!
Hey, should I go out of my way to to get a Dolby Vision player? I’ve seen comparisons and I honestly think DV makes the picture too dark. But I hear people talk about it like it’s essential. Personally when I see a comparison I’m like meh.
The issue im finding is that when I buy disks they turn out to be dvr rips which are missing scenes and are crappy. Where do you source "official" movies? Ive been getting them from amazon/ebay and have had multiple scam disks.
I have all these on 4K. Great picks
did you see Dune part two in IMAX cinema? I thought that was the loudest sound in a movie theatre. Oppenheimer has few loud moments, but Dune two was rumbling for majority of its time.
What happened to Lawrence of Arabia? Why does it seem like there’s no non-steelbook anymore?
4k bluray 4k tv trash
1080p bluray 1080p tv is better Don't have no idea why people want to upgrade their television into 4K. It's a waste of money. People need to obviously just go back to full hd tvs
How does 4K Blu stack up against iTunes 4Ks, running 1gig Up and Down and im really pleased with it so far, does this improve much with the disc?
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Have seen 2001 in 35mm and 70mm both at the Coolidge Corner in Boston, I think I might try and see the 70mm print at the Somerville theater which I think you’re referring to. It will blow your mind in 70mm!
That’s the one! I have my tickets!
Robocop and american warewolf too
Does anyone know if we can get Shaolin Intruders from Shaw Brothers in 4k
4k bluray 4k tv trash
1080p bluray 1080p tv is better Don't have no idea why people want to upgrade their television into 4K. It's a waste of money. People need to obviously just go back to full hd tvs
Did you see jaws in 3d I saw it at the cinema couple of years back
Interesting choices Jeff. I would have picked The Godfather 1 or 2 as well as Taxi Driver and Dune Part 1 and 2…but you have a good 👍 list. Thx for the great topic and video.
I didn't know Florence of a' Labia was available in 4k. Need to check it out.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
I agree with The Shining, it looks great and adds to the feel of the movie. Glory is also a good transfer with a good cast and story.
Thanks for your review. I agree, Jaws is the greatest movie of all time.
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Would you recommend upgrading some these from blu ray to 4k?
4k bluray 4k tv trash
1080p bluray 1080p tv is better Don't have no idea why people want to upgrade their television into 4K. It's a waste of money. People need to obviously just go back to full hd tvs
I own every one of them except Glory, which I will rectify. I can't argue with your picks at all, wonderful. 🍻
Im very new to 4K, and i just bought Jaws and the Nolan collection because of you. Im spending way too much money! 😂
I love the 40s and 50s musicals, I really hope they come out with Guys and Dolls in 4k bluray
I would add Wizard of OZ. Wonderfully done and colors are vibrant !!!!
My friend, let me tell you something. 4K Blu-ray and 4K TV? Absolute garbage. 1080p Blu-ray and 1080p TV are the real deal. Sure, 4K might have more pixels, but when it comes to picture quality and overall experience, 1080p is the way to go. Sorry buddy, but 4K just isn't worth the hype. Keep it classic with 1080p. Trust me, you won't regret it.
Is the Shining the 4:3 version or is it cropped for 16x9?
16:9