The Long Goodbye 1973 Extras 1080p Bluray 2021 Direct

1. Rip Van Marlowe (2002)

2. Vilmos Zsigmond Flashes The Long Goodbye (2002)

The 2021 Blu-ray extras succeed in painting a complete picture of a film that was initially critically divisive but is now revered as a classic.

The 2021 Blu-ray is considered a "film school in a box" for this specific title. The inclusion of Leigh Brackett's perspective (via archival footage) is the highlight, as it demystifies the script's radical changes from the novel. For fans of 1970s cinema, the visual essay by Ben Sachs provides excellent context on why this version of Marlowe is the definitive "End of the Sixties" character.

The 2021 Blu-ray release of Robert Altman's 1973 film The Long Goodbye

, distributed by Kino Lorber Studio Classics, features a significant upgrade in both picture quality and supplemental content. This "Special Edition" was released on December 7, 2021, and is built around a brand-new 4K restoration from the original 35mm interpositive. 2021 Special Edition Extras the long goodbye 1973 extras 1080p bluray 2021

The release includes a mix of newly produced features and archival materials ported over from previous editions:

New Audio Commentary: Featuring film historian and critic Tim Lucas, providing detailed analysis and comparisons between the film, Leigh Brackett's script, and Raymond Chandler's original novel. Exclusive New Featurettes:

David Thompson on Robert Altman: A look at the director's career and his unique approach to this adaptation.

Tom Williams on Raymond Chandler: Biographer Tom Williams discusses the author's background and his vision of Los Angeles.

Maxim Jakubowski on Hard-Boiled Fiction: An exploration of the history of the "hard-boiled" and pulp detective genres. Archival Featurettes:

"Rip Van Marlowe": A 24-minute documentary featuring interviews with director Robert Altman and star Elliott Gould. Presentation:

"Vilmos Zsigmond Flashes The Long Goodbye": Cinematographer Vilmos Zsigmond explains the "post-flashing" technique used to give the film its signature desaturated, hazy look. Promotional & Vintage Materials:

Trailers From Hell: A segment with screenwriter and podcaster Josh Olson.

American Cinematographer Article: An animated reproduction/text piece of a 1973 article on the film's photography.

Audio/Visual Spots: Two theatrical trailers, a TV spot, and five radio spots. Packaging:

Reversible Art: Features original poster art by Jack Davis on one side.

Limited Edition O-Card Slipcase: Included in the initial print run (availability may now vary). Technical Specifications The Long Goodbye (Special Edition) (Blu-ray) - Kino Lorber distributed by Kino Lorber Studio Classics

Product Extras : * LIMITED O-CARD SLIPCASE NO LONGER PROMISED FOR NEW ORDERS. KINDLY REFRAIN FROM ASKING. * Brand New 4K Master. * Kino Lorber The Long Goodbye Blu-ray (4K Restoration)

Technical Report: Supplemental Features

Subject: The Long Goodbye (1973) Source Media: Blu-ray Disc (1080p) Release Year: 2021 (Indicator Series / Powerhouse Films, Region B/Free) Film Resolution: 1080p High Definition

The 2021 Blu-ray release of Robert Altman’s The Long Goodbye is widely considered the definitive home video presentation of the film. While the 4K UHD restoration garners significant attention for the feature film, the 1080p Blu-ray disc included in this set offers exceptional value through its robust collection of supplemental features.

This report analyzes the quality and content of the extras, noting that the 2021 release aggregates archival material with newly produced content, resulting in a comprehensive retrospective on Altman’s revisionist masterpiece.