elsergiomunoz

5

Eddie the Eagle totally steals the show, kicking off with a mix of heartfelt and lighthearted moments that really draw you in, showing this kid’s relentless grind from boyhood to chasing his Olympic dreams. Taron Egerton completely disappears into the role—you’d barely recognize him unless you’re really paying attention—he just *becomes* Eddie. And of course, Hugh Jackman brings his usual A-game, owning his part effortlessly. The 4k disc is stunning, with crisp shots of the icy slopes and breathtaking nature that make you feel like you’re right there. Having been to film school, I’m usually picky about handing out perfect scores, but this one snagged my heart and refused to let go with its raw passion and killer performances. Seriously, it’s such a feel-good story that’s hard not to love. So grab your popcorn, some candy, and your favorite drink, and just enjoy the ride!

jjbjr

4

Awesome flick for the whole family! Snagged it for my little 3-year-old, and honestly, she was totally hooked from start to finish!

dahans

2.5

If you’re a die-hard Bruce Lee fan, this double feature might still be worth a look, but don’t expect anything mind-blowing. Starting with The Big Boss, the movie itself barely scrapes a 2 out of 5, and while the video gets a slightly better 3, the audio drags it down to about 2.5. Fist of Fury fares a bit better, landing around a 3 across the board for movie, video, and audio, but overall it still just nudges the score up to 2.5. Now, before you blame Shout Factory for the less-than-stellar picture and sound quality, keep in mind these flaws mostly come from the original film elements and how they were shot decades ago on shoestring budgets, not from Shout’s mastering skills. Sure, you’ll notice some typical Shout hiccups here and there, like rough compression and chunky grain, but it’s nothing unexpected given the source material. The one bright spot is that despite all the drama with multiple recalls over audio, video, and labeling errors, the versions on this bare-bones double pack are actually sourced from legit HD masters, not just upscaled SD like some feared when these films first popped up in the Bruce Lee: Legacy Collection. Honestly, I wouldn’t hold my breath hoping for a much cleaner or sharper presentation anytime soon. Just don’t get your hopes up for any extras either—this release is pretty bare, so if you’re craving those bonus features Shout usually throws in, you’ll have to dig into their older compilations.

kfavs

4.5

The video quality is seriously impressive, and having the German audio track included was a total win for me.