- Format: PAL
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Classification: To be announced
- DVD Release Date: 8 Dec 2003
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B0002XOZWE
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 90,752 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Those already into Blu-ray will have a specific title and a particular scene up their sleeves to show off the benefits of Hi-Def home entertainment to the uninitiated. Here's a true great to add to the armoury (so to speak)--the first 20 minutes of action in Saving Private Ryan [Blu-ray] are as good a demonstration as you'll ever need to make someone say "wow". The true terror of the D-Day landings in World War II is brought to startling life in this high definition release--with the explosions jumping out of the screen and bullets zipping around your ears, you're brought as close to the front line as you can get without leaving the safety of your sofa--you will need reminding to breathe once that brutal, gut-wrenching opener is over. And it doesn't stop there. The rest of the film benefits from the Blu-ray clean up, it's looking brighter and sounding more crisp than ever before (as you would expect). One of the greatest war films ever made has been expertly enhanced and it's now an even more wonderful movie experience--the transfer to 1080p is exemplary.
The extras are bountiful too, with over three hours of special features. The only criticism of the entire package is that only a couple of the extras are in Hi-Def, the rest are in standard definition. However, fans of the film won't be disappointed as extras from previous DVD releases are collated, including a great insight into Steven Spielberg's mind as he talks about his interest in World War II and how it led to him making this film. The notable addition to this version's extras being an extensive and fascinating documentary Shooting War, hosted by Tom Hanks, which follows the brave soldiers tasked with chronicling the war and all the horrors that came with it. It's a great account it's own right, so owners of this copy are given plenty to pore over. Make no mistake, the scene-stealer is the opener--it grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go for 20 agonising minutes--and if you're looking to enhance your collection, then look no further than this landmark release.--Tom Lawrance
Special Features
2-disc Blu-ray edition. Disc 1: Feature Film.
Disc 2: Special Features:
• An Introduction - 2:33
• Looking into the Past - 4:38
• Miller and his Platoon - 8:22
• Boot Camp - 7:35
• Making Saving Private Ryan - 22:01
• Re-Creating Omaha Beach - 17:55
• Music and Sound - 15:56
• Parting Thoughts - 3:41
• Into the Breach: Saving Private Ryan - 25:03
• Theatrical Trailer HD - 2:18
• Re-Release Trailer HD - 2:08
• Shooting War - 88:04
The extras are bountiful too, with over three hours of special features. The only criticism of the entire package is that only a couple of the extras are in Hi-Def, the rest are in standard definition. However, fans of the film won't be disappointed as extras from previous DVD releases are collated, including a great insight into Steven Spielberg's mind as he talks about his interest in World War II and how it led to him making this film. The notable addition to this version's extras being an extensive and fascinating documentary Shooting War, hosted by Tom Hanks, which follows the brave soldiers tasked with chronicling the war and all the horrors that came with it. It's a great account it's own right, so owners of this copy are given plenty to pore over. Make no mistake, the scene-stealer is the opener--it grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go for 20 agonising minutes--and if you're looking to enhance your collection, then look no further than this landmark release.--Tom Lawrance
Special Features
2-disc Blu-ray edition. Disc 1: Feature Film.
Disc 2: Special Features:
• An Introduction - 2:33
• Looking into the Past - 4:38
• Miller and his Platoon - 8:22
• Boot Camp - 7:35
• Making Saving Private Ryan - 22:01
• Re-Creating Omaha Beach - 17:55
• Music and Sound - 15:56
• Parting Thoughts - 3:41
• Into the Breach: Saving Private Ryan - 25:03
• Theatrical Trailer HD - 2:18
• Re-Release Trailer HD - 2:08
• Shooting War - 88:04
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49 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Having just watched this i am very impresed whith this bluray the picture quality although little grainy in places is fantastic, as noted in another review i noticed things in the film that i had previously missed due to the quality of the picture. The thing that really blew me away however was the DTS HD audio track, it is so detailed and precise flinging bullets, shells dirt and all the other noises that war produces all over the 5.1 set up i have accurately, putting you right there on the beach with them at the beginning. for me this bluray has brought this film back to life and is a must for any Bluray collection 5*s from me
Specs:
1:85:1 Anamorphic widescreen
English 5.1 DTS HD- Master Audio
French 5.1 DD
German 5.1 DD
Italian 5.1DD
Spanish 5.1 DD
Edit: Amazon recalled all early copies of this due to a problem with the lip synching in one of the chapters.Tthis issue has now been resolved and all copies are problem free!
Specs:
1:85:1 Anamorphic widescreen
English 5.1 DTS HD- Master Audio
French 5.1 DD
German 5.1 DD
Italian 5.1DD
Spanish 5.1 DD
Edit: Amazon recalled all early copies of this due to a problem with the lip synching in one of the chapters.Tthis issue has now been resolved and all copies are problem free!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Excellent transfer and exceptional HD sound
Having just watched this i am very impresed whith this bluray the picture quality although little grainy in places is fantastic, as noted in another review i noticed things in the film that i had previously missed due to the quality of the picture. The thing that really blew me away however was the DTS HD audio track, it is so detailed and precise flinging bullets, shells dirt and all the other noises that war produces all over the 5.1 set up i have accurately, putting you right there on the beach with them at the beginning. For me this bluray has brought this film back to life and is a must for any Bluray collection 5*s from me
Specs:
1:85:1 Anamorphic widescreen
English 5.1 DTS HD- Master Audio
French 5.1 DD
German 5.1 DD
Italian 5.1DD
Spanish 5.1 DD
Edit: Amazon recalled all early copies of this due to a problem with the lip synching in one of the chapters.Tthis issue has now been resolved and all copies are problem free!
Having just watched this i am very impresed whith this bluray the picture quality although little grainy in places is fantastic, as noted in another review i noticed things in the film that i had previously missed due to the quality of the picture. The thing that really blew me away however was the DTS HD audio track, it is so detailed and precise flinging bullets, shells dirt and all the other noises that war produces all over the 5.1 set up i have accurately, putting you right there on the beach with them at the beginning. For me this bluray has brought this film back to life and is a must for any Bluray collection 5*s from me
Specs:
1:85:1 Anamorphic widescreen
English 5.1 DTS HD- Master Audio
French 5.1 DD
German 5.1 DD
Italian 5.1DD
Spanish 5.1 DD
Edit: Amazon recalled all early copies of this due to a problem with the lip synching in one of the chapters.Tthis issue has now been resolved and all copies are problem free!
45 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Right let me just clear this up once and for all.
This is an excellent Blu Ray transfer and the Audio is absolutely amazing. The problem people are having when reviewing this picture quality is that Stephen Spielberg purposely filmed it in a grainy, smeared and soft way to try and make it more vintage and authentic. If you dont believe me then check the original DVD too as a comparison.
Do not expect the kind of picture you would get with Avatar!!!
Amazing film
Amazing Blu Ray
Here endeth the lesson :)
This is an excellent Blu Ray transfer and the Audio is absolutely amazing. The problem people are having when reviewing this picture quality is that Stephen Spielberg purposely filmed it in a grainy, smeared and soft way to try and make it more vintage and authentic. If you dont believe me then check the original DVD too as a comparison.
Do not expect the kind of picture you would get with Avatar!!!
Amazing film
Amazing Blu Ray
Here endeth the lesson :)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
lovely transfer to blu ray
picture and sound is stunning on this disc, i wasnt sure the picture was going to be any better than dvd as the movie is kind of a washed out affair to give attmosphere but how... Read more
Published 17 days ago by paul
Mine arrive without the slipcover :(
This review is not for the movie quality because it was exceptionally good, but i just very disaapointed that my disc arrive without the slipcover, did anyone here have a same... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rockitrock
A timeless classic!
One of Steven Spielberg's many classics!
Need I say anymore than, the opening scene involving the Normandy invasion? Read more
Need I say anymore than, the opening scene involving the Normandy invasion? Read more
Published 1 month ago by TheSkyrimator
like being there
we already had this film on video, so after purchasing a new bluray player we thought we would buy the bluray version of 'saving private ryan' and we were not disappointed the... Read more
Published 3 months ago by jo
One of the best War movies made!
Excellent film and in blu ray worth every penny, just make sure your surround sound matches the picture quality!
A great masterpiece!
A great masterpiece!
Published 3 months ago by Dan Da Man
Truly breathtaking
Amazing movie experience. Truly breathtaking story. Excellent sound and picture quality. Worth every money. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Elvis 74
Private Ryan
Well i have watched this film with my husband time and time again and each time i watch it i see something i hadnt seen the previous time. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tracey
saving private ryan review
i have seen a few war films recently such as "A BRIDGE TOO FAR" "ENEMY AT THE GATES" "THE DIRTY DOZEN" and so on... Read more
Published 9 months ago by nicola edwards
It's Okay I Guess
To be Honest, i think this film is VERY overated. i'm not saying i don't like it or that i think its a bad movie. but i just feel people just jump on the bandwagon with this film. Read more
Published 10 months ago by George
Must-have classic
Best & most realistic 2ndWW movie ever made - period. In this 2-disc edition must have - superb audio and sound, disc full of extras. For this price - bargain.
Published 11 months ago by Grzegorz Drabik
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