Road To Perdition DVD Review:


Synopsis

Mike Sullivan (Tom Hanks) works as a hit man for crime boss John Rooney (Paul Newman) Sullivan views Rooney as a father figure. However after his son is witness to a killing he has done Mike Sullivan finds him self on the run trying to save the life of his son and at the same time looking for revenge on those who wronged him. Jude Law co stars as a hit man hired to kill Sullivan.

The Video

ROAD TO PERDITION appears in an aspect ratio of approximately 2.35:1 on this single-sided, double-layered DVD; the image has been enhanced for 16X9 televisions. As a whole I thought the film presented a very nice picture. Sharpness was constantly crisp. I didn’t see any signs of softness we have a very detailed presentation here. Print flaws were nonexistent. In regards to print flaws - there may have been examples of speck or grit here and there, but not enough to warrant a concern. Colors unfailingly appeared to be virtually almost black and white, bringing a traditional look to the film. There's not much to the color palette on this transfer. Black levels were deep, and shadow detail was heavy but not terribly thick. Ultimately, ROAD TO PERDITION presented a positive visual classical film experience.

The Audio

DreamWorks has released a number of versions of ROAD TO PERDITION, in this case I will be reviewing the DTS version of the film for purposes of audio detail. ROAD TO PERDITION displays both a Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS track, and I found the two to sound virtually identical. The audio spread efficiently to the front channels and the track created a realistic ambience in which the audio blended well and moved adequately across speakers. As for the surrounds, the rear channels offered little more than reserved reinforcement, much of the activity came from the center speakers surrounds, only during certain scenes did the track show clarity and impact. Audio quality appeared clear for the most part. Music and effects were bright, crisp and precise. By and large, the DD5.1 and DTS tracks for ROAD TO PERDITION were very satisfying.

The Extras

Audio Commentary by Director Sam Mendes

HBO's "Making Of" documentary

Deleted Scenes

Production notes

Photo gallery
Overall

ROAD TO PERDITION is such a brilliant film, although lengthy, the film proves to be clever and dark. The DVD provides solid picture with good sound and a small packet of extras. This film comes highly recommended.

Film Rating: 4 out of 4

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