L.A. Story (Blu-ray) review

[David Vaughn]

Studio: Lionsgate
Release Date: November 9, 2021
Rating: PG-13
Film: 3.5/5
 
Plot
When TV weatherman Harris Telemacher (Martin) begins receiving secret messages from an electronic freeway sign, he leaves his longtime girlfriend (Marilu Henner) and embarks on a frivolous romance with a vapid, young model (Sarah Jessica Parker), which ultimately leads him to true love with the woman of his dreams (Victoria Tennant).
 
My Thoughts
I probably haven’t seen this film and over 25 years but remember liking it back in my younger days. Sure enough, it’s just as enjoyable as I remembered it. Martin is perfect in the leading role, which is fitting seeing how he actually wrote the screen play. Martin grew up in the LA area and you can definitely see how he has a love affair with the city.
 
 
Video 4.5/5
 
Audio 4/5 (TS-HD MA 5.1)
 
Special Features:
 

• • Deleted Scenes and Outtakes
  • O2BINLA: Mick Jackson’s L.A. Stories
  • The Story of L.A. Story
  • The L.A. of L.A. Story
  • Original Theatrical Marketing Materials
  • Blu-ray + Digital Code

 
 

 
 
Conclusion
This is a fun movie in a nostalgic kind of way. If you’re a fan of Steve Martin’s work, then its definitely a must see. Lionsgate has done a good job with the presentation and it’s good to see that it holds up after 30+ years since it’s original release. Recommended for fans.
Reference Review System:
JVC DLA-RS2000 4K Ultra High-Definition Front Projector
(Calibrated with Portrait Displays CalMAN color calibration software & C6-HDR Meter from Portrait Displays)
Stewart Filmscreen - Firehawk 88” 16x9 Fixed Screen
Trinnov Altitude 16 Audio/Video Processor
ATI AT527NC Powering Bed Channels
ATI AT524NC Powering Atmos Speakers
Panasonic DP-UB820 Ultra HD Blu-ray Player
System Controller: URC MX-990
M&K S-150 THX Ultra (R-C-L Speakers)
M&K SS-150 x4 (Surround Speakers)
Atlantic Technology IC6-OBA x 4 Overhead Speakers
SVS PC-Ultra Cylinder Subwoofer
HSU VTF-15H MK2 Subwoofer
JL Audio Dominion F110 Subwoofer x 2
Mini DSP HD controlling all subwoofers
Audioquest and Monoprice - Audio/Video/Speaker Cabling
PureAV PF60 Power Conditioner