Cinematographer Bert Glennon’s work, shines through in Criterion’s most recent release via their agreement with Fox.
John Ford’s 1939 black & white production, with Henry Fonda in the lead, not only stands the test of time, but does it beautifully, thanks to a 35mm nitrate print, held by MOMA, which was used as the basis of the new work.
The fact that a print was the base source, holds out hope for other films that may no longer survive with prime original elements.
A magnificent Blu-ray, with (typically) a ton of extras.
More Ford on Blu-ray, please…
Image – 4.75
Audio – 5
Pass / Fail – Pass
Upgrade from DVD – Yes
Highly Recommended
RAH
Robert has been known in the film industry for his unmatched skill and passion in film preservation. Growing up around photography, his first home theater experience began at age ten with 16mm. Years later he was running 35 and 70mm at home.
His restoration projects have breathed new life into classic films like Lawrence of Arabia, Vertigo, My Fair Lady, Spartacus, and The Godfather series. Beyond his restoration work, he has also shared his expertise through publications, contributing to the academic discourse on film restoration. The Academy Film Archive houses the Robert A. Harris Collection, a testament to his significant contributions to film preservation.
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