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

Indicator bring the Stanley Kramer film R.P.M. to a new Blu-ray edition. It's on a dual-layered Blu-ray in 1080P with a max'ed bitrate. The higher resolution exports some consistent grain textures and it easily indentifies the disparity between Quinn's face with no filter and Ann-Margret's that was shot with a softer look. The image quality is that good with high detail in close-ups and well;-layered contrast. Certain colors have richness an depth - looking authentic and not embellished. 

R.P.M. is presented in its original mono via a linear PCM (24-bit) track. Perry Botkin Jr. and Barry De Vorzon's (Looker, Dillinger, Rolling Thunder, Hard Times, The Warriors) including Stop! I Don't Wanna' Hear It Anymore and We Don't Know Where We're Goin' sung by Melanie, as well as When I Get Home To You and All Night Long performed by Chris Morgan. The audio quality is strong with energetic vocalizations and audible dialogue. There are optional English (SDH) subtitles on this Region FREE Blu-ray.

Indicator add an audio commentary with 'Kramer Scholar' Paul Talbot who is extremely detailed, formal and expert in discussing the minutia of the film's production, as well Kramer and some of the cast including ex. Ann-Margret's dyed red hair. It's very educational if a bit dry. There is also a new (2018) 14-minute interview with composer Barry De Vorzon discussing how he got into the business with Perry Botkin Jr. (orchestrations) while he wrote the music. This score is also available as an isolated music & effects track option, a TV spot and Image gallery of on-set and promotional photography. The package comes with a limited edition exclusive booklet with a new essay by Jeff Billington, an overview of contemporary critical responses, historic articles, and film credits. It is limited to 3,000 copies.

One of the lines from R.P.M. states that 'nothing changes' in regards to the student disenchantment with the 'system'... and I couldn't help but think how accurate that is - even today. This is not Stanley Kramer's best film but is supported with music of the period and the fine performances - there is a touch of humor and it focuses on communication and an elderly man coming to grips with eventually being out-of-touch with the modern world around him.  The Blu-ray transfer is 'Indicator-standard' perfect and the commentary - very professional - I think it is worth a spin or two - especially with those who have nostalgia about the early 70s or are fans of Quinn or Ann-Margret  - who, incidentally, share an interesting chemistry in their May/December romance. Recommended!

Gary Tooze