BLU-RAY REVIEW

Spirtwalker

Featured In Issue 260, March/April 2022

Picture4
Sound4.5
WSR Score3
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(Studio/Distributor):
Well Go USA
(Catalog Number):
WGUo3387B
(MPAA Rating):
Not Rated
(Rating Reason):
(Retail Price):
$29.98
(Disc Type):
Single Side, Dual Layer (BD-50)
(Widescreen Edition):
Yes
(Full Screen Edition):
(Running Time In Minutes):
109
(Color Type):
Color
(Chaptered/Scene Access):
Yes
(Closed Captioned):
Yes
(Regional Coding):
A
(Theatrical Year):
(Theatrical Release):
Yes
(Direct-To-Video Release):
No
(Disc Release Date):
4/12/2022
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(Director):
Yoon Jac-keun
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(Disc Soundtrack):
DTS HD Lossless 5.1
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In "Spiritwalker," after waking up from a car crash unable to remember anything about his life, a man begins regainning consciousness in a new body every 12 hours. Now, he must piece together his identity, all while evading attacks from pursuing agents and dangerous crimmals alike. But with no memory––and no allies––his time is running out. (Gary Reber)

Special features include a behind the scenes featurette (HD 03:53), trailer and upfront previews.

The 1.85:1 1080p AVC picture, reviewed on a Sony Bravia Z9D 4K Ultra HD HDR display, upconverted to 2160p with greater resolution and luminance, was photographed digitally and sourced from a 2K master Digital Intermediate format. For the most, the picture is stylized with a greenish tint, which provides a surreal experience. The 12-hour shifts in environment and situation are a challenge to follow. While the tint permeates in numerous scenes, flesh tones retain realistic hues, And outdoor scenes appear natural. Contrast is generally good with deep blacks and revealing shadows. White levels appear natural. Resolution is quite good with fine detail exhibited throughout. This is a captivating visual experience. (Gary Reber)

The DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1-channel soundtrack is dynamic sounding with very strong and punch sound effects, including gunfire––lots of gunfire! Atmospherics are realistic. Foley sound effects are quite forward sounding. The orchestral score is powerful and dynamic with a wide and deep soundstage and an aggressive surround presence. Surround energy is strong throughout with directional sound effects. The Korean dialogue is clear and the English subtitles are white at the bottom of the screen. Dialogue at times is heard in the surround. This is a dimensionally active holosonic® soundtrack that is at times exciting. (Gary Reber)