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Red 2-Film Collection Steelbook (UHD Blu-ray) review
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David Vaughn
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Red 2-Film Collection Steelbook (UHD Blu-ray) review
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on:
March 29, 2024, 04:34:03 PM »
Studio:
Lions Gate
Release Date:
April 2, 2024
Rating:
PG-13
Film:
4/5
Plot
RED
Frank (Willis) is a former black-ops CIA agent living a quiet life alone...until the day a hit squad shows up to kill him. With his identity compromised, Frank reassembles his old team - Joe (Freeman), Marvin (Malkovich) and Victoria (Mirren) - and sets out to prove that they still have a few tricks up their sleeves. Stand back and watch the bullets fly in this explosive action-comedy.
RED 2
Retired black-ops CIA agent Frank Moses (Willis) reunites his unlikely team of elite operatives for a global quest to track down a missing portable nuclear device. To succeed, they’ll need to survive assassins, terrorists and power-crazed government officials, all eager to get their hands on the superweapon.
My Thoughts
For some unknown reason, both of these films slipped under my radar and I didn’t see them either theatrically or when they first hit home video well over 10 years ago. Thankfully, I was able to catch both of them when they were first released on UHD a few years back and really enjoyed them (the first a bit more than the second). They both offer a good mix of action along with just enough comedy to keep the proceedings light and entertaining. I really love how the first film progresses as Frank’s past life comes into focus. When they meet up in the second film, things are a bit more forced and don’t flow as naturally, but I still find it to be a fun ride.
These are the same presentations from their first releases on UHD, so unless you’re looking for the Steelbook packaging (Walmart Exclusive), there isn’t a reason to buy this collector’s set. The video encode is an upconversion from a 2K master, which sports slightly better detail than the Blu-rays. The audio tracks highlight the action with aggressive Atmos mixes that really pack a punch on the low end.
Video
8.5/10
Audio
9/10 (Dolby Atmos)
Special Features:
RED
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Audio Commentary with Retired CIA Filed Officer Robert Baer
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Deleted and Extended Scenes
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Blu-ray + UV Digital Copy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHPti5AVZXU&ab_channel=YouTubeMovies
RED 2
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“The
RED 2
Experience” Featurette
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Gag Reel
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Deleted Scenes
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Blu-ray + UV Digital Copy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwNI1qqBKcs&ab_channel=eOneANZ
Conclusion
This was my third time viewing each of the films in the past few years and neither of them has lost their charm and appeal. I love how there’s a good mix of action and humor and while the cast is very long in the tooth, they still have their A-game. Highly recommended.
Reference Review System:
JVC DLA-RS3100 4K Ultra High-Definition Front Projector
(Calibrated with Portrait Displays CalMAN color calibration software & C6-HDR Meter from Portrait Displays)
Stewart Filmscreen - Firehawk 110” 2.35:1 Screen
Trinnov Altitude 16 Audio/Video Processor
ATI AT527NC Powering Bed Channels
ATI AT524NC Powering Atmos Speakers
Kaleidescape Strato + Server
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
Dual Rythmik FV15HP2
Mini DSP HD controlling all subwoofers
Audioquest and Monoprice - Audio/Video/Speaker Cabling
PureAV PF60 Power Conditioner
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Re: Red 2-Film Collection Steelbook (UHD Blu-ray) review
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Reply #1 on:
March 30, 2024, 08:44:39 AM »
I love both these. Cool to see a two pack SE
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Re: Red 2-Film Collection Steelbook (UHD Blu-ray) review
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Reply #2 on:
May 22, 2024, 10:38:56 AM »
Greetings,
Yep. I covered them on UHD and am a fan as well.
Regards,
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AVSCraig
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Re: Red 2-Film Collection Steelbook (UHD Blu-ray) review
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May 22, 2024, 11:18:40 AM »
Quote from: bmoney on March 30, 2024, 08:44:39 AM
I love both these. Cool to see a two pack SE
Having never seen the 2nd one, I might need to get this!
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