Wonder Steelbook (Blu-ray) review

[David Vaughn]

Studio: Lions Gate
Release Date: November 16, 2021
Rating: R
Film: 4/5
 
Plot
Wonder follows the inspiring story of the Pullman family, whose youngest child, Auggie, is a boy born with facial differences. When Auggie enters mainstream elementary school for the first time, his extraordinary journey unites his family, his school, and his community, and proves that you can’t blend in when you were born to stand out. 
 
My Thoughts
This is an excellent film that definitely tugs on the heart strings. Auggie is a great little kid who can’t do anything about the way he looks, but the love of his family has given him the tools to succeed in a wonderful, yet cruel world.
 
Sure, the themes are a bit sappy and you know the happy ending is coming, but it’s a great personal story about adjusting to your surroundings, making the best of a bad situation, and learning that there’s more to people than just what you see on the outside.
 
Video 4.5/5 (AVC)
 
 Audio 4.5/5 (Dolby True HD 7.1)
 
Special Features:
 

• “Summer of Fun” 5-Part Documentary
  
  • “A (com)Passion Project” Featurette
  • “Family Matters” Featurette
  • “A Technical Wonder” Featurette
  • “A Note of Kindness” Featurette
  • “We All Deserve a Standing Ovation at Least Once in Our Lives” Featurette
• “A Child’s Sense of Wonder” Featurette
• “What a Wonderful World” Featurette
• Audio Commentary with Stephen Chbosky and R.J. Palacio
• “Brand New Eyes” Music Video
• Wonder Soundtrack: Behind-the-Scenes Featurette
• Blu-ray + Digital Copy

 
 

 
 
Conclusion
This is the second time I’ve seen the film and it was just as enjoyable the second time through. Anyone who has kids can relate to what this family goes through with their child. Furthermore, there are some great messages and lessons that are taught, and you can’t help but root for Auggie to succeed. The Target exclusive Steelbook packaging is pretty awesome as well. Highly recommended.      
 
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
SVS SB-3000 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

[bmoney]

Always had this on the to watch lost. Still have yet to view it. MYbe now is the time