Movie fans are buzzing because a massive historical blockbuster is finally coming back. Clear some shelf space for an absolute classic that defined epic cinema. This release brings all the legendary battles and incredible star power right into your living room with a stunning new look.
The Hype for The Odyssey Is Real
Christopher Nolan is releasing his new movie The Odyssey very soon and tickets sold out a year ago. Fans are super excited to see Matt Damon play Odysseus. That makes this the perfect time to revisit where all the drama started.
A Blast From the Past With Troy
Before we watch the new movie we have to remember the 2004 classic Troy. Wolfgang Petersen directed this amazing story with so much style and huge battle scenes. It made almost 500 million dollars worldwide back in the day so it was a huge hit.
The Ultimate Star Power on Screen
You honestly cannot talk about this film without mentioning the totally stacked cast. Brad Pitt was absolutely ripped playing the fierce warrior Achilles alongside Eric Bana and Orlando Bloom. Brian Cox was also there playing the arrogant king which he always does perfectly.
Arrow Video Brings the Heat
Next month Arrow Video is dropping an awesome limited edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release. It releases on August 18 so you better mark your calendars to grab a copy. This is the very first time the film is getting the 4K treatment.
Two Amazing Cuts in One Box
The best part about this set is that you get both the theatrical cut and the director’s cut together. Both versions got brand new remasters directly from the original camera negative. It is the ultimate way to watch these ancient heroes clash on your television.
Extra Footage for the Real Fans
If you think the original movie was long wait until you see the director’s cut. It adds 30 minutes of extra footage pushing the runtime to 196 minutes. You basically get a whole new movie to enjoy on a lazy Sunday afternoon.
Awesome Goodies for Collectors
Physical media lovers are going to be obsessed because it comes with cool extra stuff. It includes a beautiful booklet with new writing and notes giving you a neat behind the scenes look. There is also a reversible sleeve with amazing new artwork.
The Sounds of Epic Battles
The visual upgrade is amazing but the audio is going to shake your entire living room. Both cuts feature the original surround sound audio so you hear every sword clash perfectly. Just make sure you do not wake up your neighbors.
Dive Into the Special Features
Disc three is completely packed with extras like behind the scenes featurettes and picture in picture commentary. You can learn about the special effects and get a fun introduction to the Greek Gods. These bonus features make the release totally worth the money.
Perfect Timing for Epic Movie Fans
Releasing this gorgeous 4K set right around the time The Odyssey hits theaters is a genius move. You can watch the new movie and then immediately come home to watch the legendary prequel story. Pre orders are open right now so secure your copy soon.
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