The Project A Collection Blu-ray delivers stunning video and audio in this enjoyable Blu-ray release
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For more about The Project A Collection and the The Project A Collection Blu-ray release, see the The Project A Collection Blu-ray Review published by Jeffrey Kauffman on October 12, 2024 where this Blu-ray release scored 3.5 out of 5.
Another informative and mile a minute commentary by Frank Djeng included in this set mentions how Jackie Chan wasn't quite "Jackie
Chan" yet when the Project A films came along, and in fact it was those very films which helped to finally cement Chan's very unique status
in the martial arts universe. Chan's completely distinctive blend of outrageous stunts combined with breezy comedy (both physical and verbal) found
a near perfect outlet in Project A, and the film's overwhelming success proved that Chan's sense about how he should be presented on
screen was completely correct. If there is a bit of that oft mentioned sophomore slump at play with the follow up film, the two offerings together are
great examples of how Chan managed to connect with his relatively early audiences, establishing a template of sorts that would carry him through
countless other productions. As of the writing of this review, only the first film has had a previous release on Blu-ray in Region A, but 88 Films is
bringing out two sets simultaneously, this standalone 1080 set, and another 4K release which also includes 1080 discs and some significant non disc
swag that is not included in this particular release, which may make it the default choice for some who might not even have 4K setups.
For reviews of the films in this set, please click on the following links:
Supplements on each disc are detailed in the above linked reviews. This standalone set of 1080 discs does not include some significant non
disc swag that 88 Films is offering as part of their 4K UHD release (which also includes 1080 discs). This release does offer reversible sleeves
for the two keepcases, and a slipbox housing both keepcases.
If you're a fan of either / both of these films, this new release is almost certain to delight, but this is a rare case where I'd suggest even if you don't
have a 4K setup yet, you might want to opt for that release since it comes with so much extra swag, including a really nicely done insert booklet with a
ton of writing and great photos. That said, this release offers secure technical merits and a generally excellent slate of on disc supplements, and comes
Recommended.
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Independent distributors 88 Films have officially announced that they will release on 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray The Project A Collection (1983-1987). The two releases are scheduled to arrive on the market on October 15.
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