Blu-ray Movie Reviews

A ticking-time-bomb insomniac and a slippery soap salesman channel primal male aggression into a shocking new form of therapy. Their concept catches on, with underground "fight clubs" forming in every town, until a sensuous eccentric gets in the way and ignites an out-of control spiral toward oblivion.

I guess I’ll break the first rule of Fight Club and talk about the film. Honestly though, if you haven’t seen this one already just do yourself a favor and go get it on Blu-ray. I doubt you’ll be disappointed. The film is a stylistic adaptation of the dark nihilistic novel by the same name that challenges the social conscience similar to what American Beauty did, but in a more depraved, yet entertaining way. The film has some interesting twists and the dark social commentary rings truer than most would dare to say or believe. Fincher at his best.

Wow. Dark is putting it lightly. I’ve owned this film on DVD and D-Theater and this Blu-ray makes both look like a trip into candy land. This new transfer is considerably darker but also adds a nice level of detail and color to the intentionally drab look. This picture is oozing with style but you’d better hope your display has the contrast prowess to do it justice. The new lossless mix is also a great ride with a sound design that is as impressive today as a decade ago. Plenty of great ambiance, music and pure meat packing punches.

Fincher personally oversaw this Blu-ray production and there are some great features here. You get all the great stuff from the already impressive DVD release plus a look at the sound design, some fun gags and more. Plenty of feature commentaries, production features, press and deleted scenes are also included.

I don’t know how any film lover couldn’t have this one in their library. I’ve loved this film since its theatrical debut and my opinion hasn’t changed. This is a DARK transfer that isn’t going to show off your low contrast display but it’s a nice step up in the detail department from previous releases. And the soundtrack will kick you right in the …………….. Highly recommended!!