The Long Goodbye -1973- Extras -1080p Bluray ... [ 99% Fast ]

, however, finally honors Zsigmond’s intentions. The 1080p AVC encoded transfer (presented in its original 2.40:1 aspect ratio) captures the ethereal glow of the cinematography without crushing the blacks or blowing out the highlights.

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An archival featurette with director Robert Altman and star Elliott Gould discussing their unique "Rip Van Winkle" approach to Marlowe. Vilmos Zsigmond Flashes The Long Goodbye (14 min): The Long Goodbye -1973- Extras -1080p BluRay ...

A 21-minute piece covering Altman's career and the specific place this film holds within it.

Robert Altman and cinematographer Vilmos Zsigmond made a daring choice for The Long Goodbye : they "flashed" the film negative. This technique involved exposing the film to a small amount of light before the camera even rolled. The result is a image characterized by muted colors, soft contrasts, and a hazy, dreamlike quality. It looks like a memory fading in the sun. , however, finally honors Zsigmond’s intentions

A career overview of the director's work and his deconstruction of genres. Tom Williams on Raymond Chandler (14 min):

On a standard definition broadcast or an old DVD, this technique often looked like a mistake—a muddy, blurry mess. However, a 1080p BluRay transfer reveals the nuance of this choice. The high definition clarifies the shadows and highlights the pastel decay of Malibu in the early 70s. You can see the sweat on Gould’s brow and the texture of the smog hanging over the Hollywood Hills. The resolution brings out the production design of the Wade mansion and the clutter of Marlowe’s apartment, immersing the viewer in a tangible, lived-in world. An archival featurette with director Robert Altman and

This is a crucial question for modern viewers. You might see The Long Goodbye available for rent on Amazon or Apple TV in 4K Dolby Vision. Surely that is better than 1080p, right?