While The 33 certainly tells a compelling story, this film adaptation of it is a bit too paint-by-numbers and doesn’t come close to living up to the actual news coverage which from my recollection was nearly 24/7.
The 33
(2015)
REVIEW NAVIGATION
The Movie | Special Features | Video Quality | Audio Quality | Overall
Genre(s): Drama
Warner Bros. | PG13 – 127 min. – $35.99 | February 16, 2016
Date Published: 02/13/2016 | Author: The Movieman
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PLOT SYNOPSIS |
| In 2010, 33 Chilean miners were buried alive following a catastrophic mine collapse. For 69 days, a team worked night and day to rescue the men as their families and the world waited for any sign of hope. Underground, in the suffocating heat 200 stories down, tensions ran high as provisions – and time – began to run out. |
SPECIAL FEATURES – 1.75/5 |
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Surprisingly, this release does not come with a slip cover. However, inside is a redemption code for the Digital HD copy. Features-wise, it is rather light with behind-the-scenes featurette The Mine Collapse (3:54; HD) and a look at the real life rescue and media coverage in The 33: The World Was Watching (3:05; HD). The Theatrical Trailer (2:34; HD) is also included. Previews – In the Heart of the Sea, Creed, Point Break, Our Brand is Crisis |
VIDEO – 4.5/5 |
| The 33 is presented in its original 2.40 widescreen aspect ratio and given a fantastic looking 1080p high-definition transfer. The picture quality on this release is quite good showing off excellent and sharp detail throughout and stark blacks which there is plenty of considering more than half of the film takes place deep in a mine. Color tones also appear to be natural. Not entirely sure its reference quality work but it’s still quite good. |
AUDIO – 4.25/5 |
| The DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track is generally pleasing showcasing great levels from dialogue to the ambient noises making usage of the front and rear channels along with James Horner’s dramatic score. I don’t think it’s anything fantastic but does provide some depth in certain spots. |
OVERALL – 3.0/5 |
| Overall, while The 33 certainly tells a compelling story, this film adaptation of it is a bit too paint-by-numbers and doesn’t come close to living up to the actual news coverage which from my recollection was nearly 24/7. Still, the performances weren’t half bad though I do wish they didn’t Hollywood-ized it and cast and spoke in the native Chilean tongue. I suppose it’s worth a rental but not much more than that. The Blu-ray released through Warner offers great video/audio transfers and a forgettable slot of bonus material. |
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