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Directed by Justin Benson, Aaron Moorhead
USA 2017
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Among the most exciting voices in genre cinema to emerge
in recent years, Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead return
with their third feature, The Endless. Benson and Moorhead play brothers, former members of a crazy UFO death cult , who receive a mysterious video cassette in the mail. The tape contains an eerie calling card from their past, inviting them to attend an event called the Ascension. Despite their apprehension, the pair agree to return for one day. At first their old friends in the cult seem warm and welcoming, but things soon turn strange as the brothers find themselves drawn into a vortex of bizarre rituals, strange messages, unseen forces and sinister supernatural secrets that threaten to tear apart the very fabric of reality. Following on from the acclaimed Resolution also included on this limited-edition release and Spring (which earned accolades from Guillermo del Toro and Richard Linklater), The Endless is a truly unique mind-bending, genre-blending indie gem that will leave you spinning. |
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Theatrical Release: April 21st, 2017 (Tribeca Film Festival)
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1:51:30.475 |
1:32:42.640 |
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The Endless: Disc Size: 47,283,417,751 bytes Feature Size: 33,623,135,616 bytes Average Bitrate: 34.45MbpsDual-layered Blu-ray MPEG-4 AVC Video |
Resolution: Disc Size: 44,068,624,635 bytes Feature Size: 26,817,279,552 bytes Average Bitrate: 32.99 MbpsDual-layered Blu-ray MPEG-4 AVC Video |
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DTS-HD Master Audio English 3597 kbps 5.1 / 48 kHz /
3597 kbps / 24-bit (DTS Core: 5.1 / 48 kHz / 768 kbps / 24-bit) Dolby Digital Audio English 192 kbps 2.0 / 48 kHz / 192 kbps |
DTS-HD Master Audio English 3020 kbps 5.1 / 48 kHz /
3020 kbps / 24-bit (DTS Core: 5.1 / 48 kHz / 768 kbps /
24-bit)
Dolby Digital Audio English 192 kbps 2.0 / 48 kHz / 192
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| Subtitles | English (SDH), None | |
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Information: Studio: Arrow
The Endless: Disc Size: 47,283,417,751 bytes Feature Size: 33,623,135,616 bytes Average Bitrate: 34.45MbpsDual-layered Blu-ray MPEG-4 AVC Video
Resolution: Disc Size: 44,068,624,635 bytes Feature Size: 26,817,279,552 bytes
Average Bitrate: Dual-layered Blu-ray MPEG-4 AVC Video
Edition Details:
Reversible sleeve with a choice of artwork designs Blu-ray Release Date: July 2nd, 2018 Transparent Blu-ray case Chapters: 12 + 12 |
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NOTE: The below Blu-ray captures were taken directly from the Blu-ray disc. Arrow's package offers High Definition (1080p) presentations of The Endless and Moorhead & Benson's first feature, Resolution on two separate, dual-layered, Blu-ray transfers. While both in the, approximate, 2.39:1 aspect ratio they look different with The Endless being dusty, fractured, vérité and earthy (not dissimilar to their Spring from 2014) while the Red One Camera-shot Resolution seeming cleaner and crisper with bolder colors. BTW, I really liked the second Blu-ray film, and Wikipedia states "The Endless may be interpreted as a partial sequel to the Benson and Moorhead's earlier film, Resolution, as it appears to share the same creative universe and some plot points." Justin Benson, Aaron Moorhead have made two curious films, somewhat reminiscent of the TV series Lost with mysteries building upon each other and not always resolved. With The Endless Blu-ray sporting a max'ed out bitrate and Resolution - a very high video transfer rate, I can only presume that these are strong replications of the original theatrical appearance.
The audio transfer for both are robust DTS-HD Master 5.1 surround tracks - 24-bit - in the original English language. While the films have some dramatic, intense, effects, there is a lot of passivity in the dialogue-driven narrative. It tends to accentuate the explosive effects to a higher degree when they are utilized. Jimmy Lavalle (who composed for Benson + Moorhead's 2014's Spring) that remains supportive on the film's undercurrent of tension. Resolution has Resident Peasant's The Little Ones Aren't Prepared and Karl Kerfoot, Dan Martinez, Jake Reed's Stoneback Ridge with the film almost exclusively shot with footage from a secluded part of the Sycona Indian Reservation and the estate of Nakoshi Saki with thanks to the Croatian Film Commission. Arrow add optional English (SDH) subtitles on both discs that are Region 'B' Blu-ray-locked.
Arrow include a wealth of supplements that incorporate some of the
cast/crew sense of humor. On The Endless we get an audio
commentary by the filmmakers discussing the production, it's conception
in a relaxed tone, things that might have been done differently - and I
found it rewarding. Also on the first
Blu-ray there are
also a brand-new 1/4 hour interview with Benson and Moorhead, recorded
exclusively for this release, a 1/2 hour behind-the-scenes featurette,
some short video pieces including practical jokes, casting characters, a
VFX Breakdown looking at before and after blue/green screen effects, a
UFO Cult Comedy improvised short film, Vinny's Story, a
behind-the-scenes documentary filmed on-set by Curran and a Michael
Felker, a tongue-in-cheek featurette referencing The Endless's
editor. There are also seven deleted scenes, Outtakes and a theatrical
trailer. There is so much to like about this grassroots cinema - simplicity gravitating to unanswerable questions - engaging, real, characters and, as I said, while I enjoyed both, a saw a spark of impressive filmmaking in Resolution. Arrow's Blu-ray package has plenty of value. A great double feature night in the home theatre. Strongly recommended!- Gary Tooze |
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Directed by Justin Benson, Aaron Moorhead
USA 2012
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Upon receiving a disturbing online video of his best friend drunk and wildly firing guns into the air, Michael (Peter Cilella) heads out to find his troubled buddy Chris (Vinny Curran) and get him some help. Chris has holed himself up in an unfinished cabin located on a Native American reservation. When the drugged-out dude refuses to leave, Michael handcuffs him to a pipe and forces him to go through withdrawal. Meanwhile, Michael discovers a load of abandoned electrical equipment nearby, and strange visitors start appearing at their door -- along with troubling videotapes that portend bad things for the two friends. Directed by Aaron Scott Moorhead and Justin Benson, Resolution played at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival. |
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