NOTE: The below Blu-ray captures were taken directly from the Blu-ray disc.

The Twilight Time 1080P image quality is in the 1.78:1 aspect ratio and looks marvelous on a dual-layered disc with a high bitrate. The strong pastels representing the 60's are deep and rich. Contrast is superb, detail is fine enough to see make-up on the performers and there is plenty of depth. The Blu-ray visuals are tight and vibrant in-motion. An impressive HD presentation by Twilight Time.

Twilight Time again give the option of a robust DTS-HD Master 5.1 surround transfer (24-bit) or a similar encode in 2.0 channel stereo. I didn't notice extensive separation but it seemed to suit the film's requirement with some deep bass. The score is by Angelo Badalamenti - who has done much work with David Lynch including composing for Twin Peaks- Fire Walk With Me, Blue Velvet, Lost Highway, Wild at Heart and The Straight Story among others. It works wonderfully within the film. It is available as an isolated option. There are optional English subtitles on the region FREE Blu-ray disc.

Twilight Time add the extras from the previous DVD including three audio commentaries - the first, and best, is with director Paul Schrader who shares details only the director would be privy to about the production, budget, actors etc. It is very rewarding. There is also one from the actor's viewpoint with Greg Kinnear and Willem Dafoe, although there are duplications of details from the first commentary. Lastly, is a group effort with producers Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski, and screenwriter Michael Gerbosi and although a bit scattered they give frank discussion about getting the project off the ground - very interesting! There is a 50-minute 2003 documentary by David Naylor; Murder in Scottsdale - an overview of the murder of Bob Crane and an assessment of the investigation which was carried out. There is a short Making-of Featurette, 5 Deleted Scenes with optional director commentary, an original trailer and Redband theatrical trailer. The package has linear notes included.

Impacting film with an impressive performances from Kinnear and Dafoe. Schrader darkens the mood of the film slowly to the conclusion. Chilling and fascinating.  The a/v presentation is perfect and this Blu-ray, and the biographical film, are both recommended!

Gary Tooze