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The Chronicles of Riddick Blu-ray
Unrated Director's Cut Universal Studios | 2004 | 134 mins | Unrated | Mar 31, 2009
The Chronicles of Riddick(2004)Action | Adventure | Sci-Fi | Thriller     It is a dark time in the universe. Planet after planet is falling to an unholy army of Necromongers--conquering warriors who offer ravaged worlds a simple choice--convert or die. Those who refuse their rule hope in vain for someone or something that will slow the spread of Necromongers. But rebels are short-lived and saviors, it seems, are in short supply. When things get bad, weary survivors turn to myths for comfort--murmured propheciesm, vain hopes, legends of good vanquishing evil. But good isn't always the antidote to evil and legends can be wrong. Sometimes the only way to stop evil is not with good--but with another kind of evil. So an unlikely figure is summoned from exile and asked to join the fight: Riddick, who couldn't care less who's in charge of the universe, just as long as he's left along. Since leaving a god-forgotten (and creature-ridden) planet in the Tauras system five years ago, the wanted fugitive hasn't looked back. Most of the time has been spent evading capture and ghosting whatever mercenaries are on his tail. To him, it's all the same, apocalype or no--this one-man army is interested only in saving his own life. Get in his way and his gladly take yours. But something has been set in motion, and the coming confrontation propels Riddick into a series of epic, winner-take-all battles: from an idyllic, multicultural civilizaton under seige; to a subterranean prison carved beneath the surface of a hellish, volcanic planet; and finally, aboard the massive baroque Necro motherhship and the seat of power in their black empire--the Basilica. In the final battle, it is foretold that the fate of all may depend upon the destiny of on Furyan. For more details about The Chronicles of Riddick on Blu-ray, see The Chronicles of Riddick Blu-ray Review Starring: Vin Diesel Director: David Twohy The Chronicles of Riddick Blu-ray, Video Quality  The Chronicles of Riddick arrives on Blu-ray with a high quality 1080p transfer framed inside a 2.35:1 window. After a more depressed, dull, and colorless opening sequence, the film livens up once the action switches to Helion Prime. Color reproduction is impressive, the image basted in a slight golden hue. The many colors scattered about, primarily the reds and golds of Helion Prime, sparkle, though they later give way to the dark grays and lifeless locales of both the Necromnger ships and the harsh reds and grays of Crematoria. Detail is highly impressive throughout; whether in the long, flowing robes worn by the Imam or the revelation of every bead of sweat, pore, hair, and other markings on human faces, the disc offers plenty of clarity that sometimes borders on visual perfection. Black levels and flesh tones are nicely reproduced throughout. The Chronicles of Riddick isn't the best-looking disc available, but it ranks above many others. The Chronicles of Riddick Blu-ray, Audio Quality  The Chronicles of Riddick explodes onto Blu-ray with a high-powered DTS-HD MA 5.1 lossless soundtrack. This track wastes no time in cranking out the goods. It is immediately impressive as powerful sound flows from the entire soundstage. The film's score is loud and clear, accompanied by thunderous bass from both the percussion section of the orchestra as well as the numerous loud and distinct sound effects. Sound swoops around the listening area in a 360-degree sound field, pouring out of the rear channels as loudly and aggressively as the front. The opening chase again features rumbling bass that punishes the best of sound systems, with impressive directionality and unforgiving bass. This level of aggressive excellence continues throughout. Rarely do more than a few minutes go by without a loud, exciting sonic sequence that flows from every speaker. While all the shootouts border on stunning, one heard in chapter eighteen makes for one of the highlights of the track. It plays sans music, and the crackle of gunfire, both loud and distant, is heard coming form every corner of the soundstage to wonderful and seemingly realistic effect. Dialogue reproduction is strong and authoritative throughout. The Chronicles of Riddick's lossless soundtrack is another masterful effort from Universal. The Chronicles of Riddick Blu-ray, News and Updates• Today on Blu-ray - March 31st - March 31, 2009 When 'Slumdog Millionaire' was released theatrically, it was pegged as the
"feel-good film of the year" by many who reviewed it, but most probably
didn't realize how true that assessment actually was. Originally financed
by Warner Independent Pictures, the ... • Pitch Black; Chronicles of Riddick Further Detailed - February 10, 2009 Universal Studios Home Entertainment have further detailed the upcoming Blu-ray releases of 'Pitch Black' and 'The Chronicles of Riddick', which are due to hit store shelves on March 31st, both individually and as a two-pack. Video will be presented in 1080p VC-1 ... • Riddick Films Coming to Blu-ray - February 6, 2009 Universal Studios Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the two Riddick films 'Pitch Black' and 'The Chronicle of Riddick' to Blu-ray on March 31st. Previously only available in high definition on the now defunct HD DVD format, these two Vin Diesel ... The Chronicles of Riddick Blu-ray, Forum Discussions
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