Thanks for sharing this mate 👍I’ve pinned your comment for others 📍Annoyingly the news broke right after posting the video 😩🤦🏻♂️ The hitcher is also being released courtesy of WBDHE with the new transfer but without the new extras exclusive to second sight & OG artwork on 10/22 in the states 👍
Wasn't even expecting that it would even be released here, wish they would let people know! Anyway, I ordered the UK version when it was announced, so we may get it in two weeks hopefully?
Are we SURE it's the same transfer? I ordered the Second Sight single disc release and it shipped, but I'm kinda kicking myself for not waiting for Warner's US version because the shipping to the States WASN'T cheap. When this was originally announced, the rumor was that the UK was getting the 4K and the US was getting a 1080p Blu-ray only via Warner Bros. Looking so forward to finally retiring my awful looking Region 1 DVD. Seems like we've been waiting forever for this - I hope the transfer impresses.
It really is, right up there with his Roy Batty. Probably 2nd to that performance but this is just full unhinged. Batty evoked a sympathy from the viewer and has a redeeming arc. Ryder is straight outta ur worst nightmare with only one goal, to reign absolute terror! Thanks for your comment mate 👌
That's awesome that you seen it on it's original theatrical run! Do you think this new transfer is authentic to how you remember seeing it way back then? I came to it much later but it's a great little thriller with such a memorable turn from the late great Rutger Hauer. A release like this also helps to put it on the radar for new generations of movie fans too 👌 Thanks for watching mate 😃
5:55 - Cameron's transfers WERE restored meticulously and a VERY long time was taken to remaster them.... just wasn't what u peeps expected, but that doesn't mean no effort was made
Yeah fair one, if u’ve watched my review of Aliens i actually like it but it’s very much a revision as opposed to a restoration / remaster. Maybe a bit careless with my wording in the video but all i meant was the hitcher looks very authentic to its source / filming process. aliens n’ true lies look planets away from theirs. The hitcher was being worked on and updated publicly on for about 2 years, Cameron’s 3 recent transfers were more secretive and appeared pretty much all at same time with varying results / success. I don’t doubt tho that the individuals that worked on them did their best. Thanks for your comment my friend 🤝
Quality video as always mate.... I remember my RE teacher in high school showing us this as a 'moral tale' 😂. Haven't got this one yet but it's on my list...
I ordered mine direct from second sight and you should see the size of the box it came in! 😂 It's a solid product but I knew it would be already owning the Drive one 👌 Would like a look at your star wars laserdisc set, sounds awesome! Thanks for your comment mate. Andy ⚡️
It still holds up incredibly well. I watched it likely around the early 00s for the first time ☺️ not to make u feel old but it came out the same year I was born 👶🏻🍼 lol Thanks for watching pal 👍
Watching The Hitcher right now Andy mate . The boxset looks amazing, and was very well protected in the massive box it came in from Second Sight. Delighted with the picture quality. I used to have the 2 disc DVD and it looked great back then. Look forward to your stream with the artist that created the set.
Superb stevie, mine arrived yesterday and will film the unbox this morning. Looking forward to opening it all. I ordered from second sight too and it’s a huge box like u say lol The stream will be in a week or two mate. Looking forward to it also. He’s a busy man at the moment so just trying to nail down a definite date. Be good to hopefully see u in the comments as always mate when it does happen 👌😃 Andy ⚡️
Looks beautiful. You can't go wrong with the SONY A90J I have an 83" with out-of-the-box DOLBY Vision Dark settings. I am awaiting my copy to arrive here in the States. Thank you for giving us this first-hand look at the release.
You are very welcome and think you’re gonna love it when it arrives for you in the states 👌I love sony TVs and products. I’ve used them fairly consistently over the last 10 years (more if u include PlayStations and minidisc players (remember them? Lol) . They are not without their kinks n’ quirks but i love the cinematic image Sony TVs give. Their processing and motion tech is still the best in my opinion 👌I love my A90J but only wish it was bigger like yours 😩🙏🏻 lol PS it’s just been announced that it’s getting a vanilla release in the states now in October but with OG artwork and none of the new features. I think ur still better importing this tho. Thanks for your comment mate, Andy ⚡️
Haha, nice one getting the boxset. My unbox will be out soon and I'll directly answer your query in the video. Hope you're well mate and thanks for the comment 😃
Likewise my friend. Just got an update from Royal Mail saying my boxset will be delivered tomorrow. Can’t wait. Will get the unbox video out asap. Not that you’ll need it! Lol Hope u enjoy it when it comes mate. Thanks for watching 😃👍
Awesome mate, seen a few getting it super early. Mine coming 2moro according to royal mail. Can i ask did u order direct from second sight? Just curious 🤔
@ElectricGeek yep, ordered directly from secondsight's website on the day it was announced. Just after watching it. Fantastic transfer. They really put the work into it as always.
I can not wait to receive my copy. I've been looking to getting this movie for a long time. I didn't want to settle for a dvd copy. As soon as I saw this being released on 4k blu-ray, I was so excited!
It's absolutely been worth the wait and I'm sure you'll agree when you see it for yourself. My screeen shots don't do it justice to be honest. Thanks for watching mate
Awesome mate, I can’t wait to get my hands on my mine also. I ordered day one direct from Second Sight 😅 Thanks for commenting my friend. Enjoy it when it comes 📬
Really looking forward tonight getting this Second Sight box set, as you state it has been a long wait for this release. I am a sucker for any film with Rutger Hauler in it. I am a big fan of second sight and have many of their discs, they have been going for many years. Thank you for your review - I have subscribed.😊😊
Rutger 'Hauler' 😂Not sure if you meant that but i like it! 👍I like Rutger also, he's got such great on screen presence and he doesn't really have an equal in my opinion . I need to checkout his early dutch work admittedly but I enjoy of course Bladerunner, Wanted: Dead or Alive and Blind Fury. Hobo with a shotgun is worth a look too if you like gory, comedy horror! lol Second sight are a great label and I've got a decent relationship with them now so there will be lots more reviews like this to come from them. I've just received a preview copy of Late Night with the Devil so that will feature in a video at some point. Thanks for your comment and mate and of course for subscribing, it means a lot. Welcome aboard! 😃 Andy⚡
Thanks for the great review. My boxed set is ordered! I believe part of the reason for the delay was the original film negative couldn't be found. During that time I think there was an Australian Blu-ray release scanned from an intermediate print. But now, finally a 4K remaster. Btw Director Harmon was a stills photographer by trade before making movies, and his skills show in this movie. Some of the extras have been ported over from the DVD (China Lake etc) but I see there is so much more new material! I'm counting down until my copy arrives! 😊
You're very welcome! Yes I think your right, I thought it was a german edition, i've maybe gotten muddled up but if the scan was from an intermediate print that would explain it's poorer quality. I remember second sight stating something about the negative being hard to track down but i'm so glad they did! It's a brilliantly photographed movie, got a timeless look & atmosphere. Creates a proper feeling of helplessness & isolation for C. Thomas Howell's character. The arid desert setting is like Ryder's playground. The devil's backyard lol Thanks for your comment mate and I hope you enjoy the new master as much as i did! 👍☺️
Thanks for the reply 😊 Yeah, I remember being tempted by a blu Ray boxed set from Umbrella Entertainment I think, from Australia. But glad I held out for this one. It's a modern classic!! All the best with the channel.
You are welcome my friend, thanks for taking the time to watch! 🫡 As for the audio, I did cover it briefly within the video but incase you missed it I listened to the atmos track. I have 5.1.2 setup in the room i review my discs in and it certainly sounded decent for an Atmos reworking nearly 40 years later. Never gonna be a demo disc for audio but it's the best way to listen to it in my opinion if your atmos capable. Hope this helps mate 👍
I always thought it was criminal that Rutger Hauer was never at least nominated if not won all the best actor awards that year for The Hitcher. Fun fact: in the Netherlands he was voted the greatest Dutch actor of the 20th Century
I’m not surprised the Netherlands acknowledged him like that. He was a great actor. Although his villainous roles are probably his most famous / iconic, he’s great as a protagonist too. Great range. A unique charm and watchability. Thanks for your comment mate 👌😃
I'm ordering a new 4K monitor today. I'm getting LOTR/HOBBIT and The Northman on 4K Blu ray. I'll be using you as a guide for what 4K blu rays to get. :D Great Video! Question, on my monitor when the black level is low, the picture seems to be more vibrant, normal its more washed out. which is the correct settting?
Hi Luke, glad your getting stuck into the world of 4K mate. Lots of fun to be had and hopefully I can help guide you to the good stuff! ☺️ As for your black level setting, I don't know what your using obviously but 'normal' is probably more accurate as low will likely be darkening the blacks to give perceivably 'better' black levels at the expense of fine / shadow detail. If you think it looks more punchy and has better contrast on low tho then leave it there and just enjoy it. End of the day, should always set your tv/monitor up to how you like to watch with at least an awareness of what the most accurate setting is. Hope this helps mate. 👍
I can’t say this is something i’ve really noticed? Tho i don’t have any recall really of what it would have looked like on dvd or broadcast tv. Can u give some other examples mate?
@@ElectricGeek Some examples, Basic Instinct, T2, Red Sonja,Cliff-hanger, New York Ripper, House By The Cemetery, etc. The cyan look was never there before on previous releases.
Haha! He takes ages to realise in that scene. I reckon i’d know the difference between and severed finger and fry 😂 my favourite line is “how you enjoying shitsville?” In the diner 😂 caught me off guard that and got an audible laugh 😂
@Yisau117 I think of the all the extras it does have (and pretty great ones at that), we can forgive the lack of an image gallery. Not something i’m concerned about personally. Thanks for watching 👍😃
Didn’t know that mate, would explain why it’s such a great performance. The new interview with Robert Harmon is really good and he shares some cool anecdotes about working with Hauer. I’m looking forward to watching the retrospective piece on Hauer also. Cheers man 😃
The remake unnecessarily shows her being torn apart and it's a "flat" moment in the film.Also Sean Bean is a very poor choice though to be fair I don't like him in anything.
The US is getting a release from WB. Same transfer but way less special features but original art.
Thanks for sharing this mate 👍I’ve pinned your comment for others 📍Annoyingly the news broke right after posting the video 😩🤦🏻♂️ The hitcher is also being released courtesy of WBDHE with the new transfer but without the new extras exclusive to second sight & OG artwork on 10/22 in the states 👍
Wasn't even expecting that it would even be released here, wish they would let people know! Anyway, I ordered the UK version when it was announced, so we may get it in two weeks hopefully?
Are we SURE it's the same transfer? I ordered the Second Sight single disc release and it shipped, but I'm kinda kicking myself for not waiting for Warner's US version because the shipping to the States WASN'T cheap.
When this was originally announced, the rumor was that the UK was getting the 4K and the US was getting a 1080p Blu-ray only via Warner Bros.
Looking so forward to finally retiring my awful looking Region 1 DVD. Seems like we've been waiting forever for this - I hope the transfer impresses.
Hauer's psychotic detachment is a work of art...
It really is, right up there with his Roy Batty. Probably 2nd to that performance but this is just full unhinged. Batty evoked a sympathy from the viewer and has a redeeming arc. Ryder is straight outta ur worst nightmare with only one goal, to reign absolute terror! Thanks for your comment mate 👌
RUTGER HAUER had gone to an Asylum to to study the True behavior he the Replicated 😮😅😊 FOR the movie
@@stephendevore9926 Personally I could just sit through one episode of 'Rings of Power' and achieve the same result...
I saw The Hitcher in our local Cannon cinema when it was released and it has finally got the release its always deserved. Still as gripping as ever
That's awesome that you seen it on it's original theatrical run! Do you think this new transfer is authentic to how you remember seeing it way back then? I came to it much later but it's a great little thriller with such a memorable turn from the late great Rutger Hauer. A release like this also helps to put it on the radar for new generations of movie fans too 👌 Thanks for watching mate 😃
@@ElectricGeek absolutely - it looks gorgeous and just starting it I got the same buzz as that first watch. The DVD was ok but this is very special
A classic and we finally get it on 4K!
Thank you Andy.
It certainly is Cheekster and it’s fully been done justice in every aspect by second sight here 👌Always appreciate your comments mate, thanks. Andy⚡️
@@ElectricGeek 🤩
5:55 - Cameron's transfers WERE restored meticulously and a VERY long time was taken to remaster them.... just wasn't what u peeps expected, but that doesn't mean no effort was made
Yeah fair one, if u’ve watched my review of Aliens i actually like it but it’s very much a revision as opposed to a restoration / remaster. Maybe a bit careless with my wording in the video but all i meant was the hitcher looks very authentic to its source / filming process. aliens n’ true lies look planets away from theirs. The hitcher was being worked on and updated publicly on for about 2 years, Cameron’s 3 recent transfers were more secretive and appeared pretty much all at same time with varying results / success. I don’t doubt tho that the individuals that worked on them did their best. Thanks for your comment my friend 🤝
Quality video as always mate.... I remember my RE teacher in high school showing us this as a 'moral tale' 😂. Haven't got this one yet but it's on my list...
Great review and awesome box set
Thank you my friend and thanks for taking the tine to watch and say so ☺️👍
I just received it and it's a beast! Reminds me of that Star Wars Definitive Collection laserdisc set with the hard box and all the trinkets.
I ordered mine direct from second sight and you should see the size of the box it came in! 😂 It's a solid product but I knew it would be already owning the Drive one 👌 Would like a look at your star wars laserdisc set, sounds awesome! Thanks for your comment mate. Andy ⚡️
just joined and cracking review matey
I loved this movie when I saw it as a kid
It still holds up incredibly well. I watched it likely around the early 00s for the first time ☺️ not to make u feel old but it came out the same year I was born 👶🏻🍼 lol Thanks for watching pal 👍
Watching The Hitcher right now Andy mate . The boxset looks amazing, and was very well protected in the massive box it came in from Second Sight. Delighted with the picture quality. I used to have the 2 disc DVD and it looked great back then. Look forward to your stream with the artist that created the set.
Superb stevie, mine arrived yesterday and will film the unbox this morning. Looking forward to opening it all. I ordered from second sight too and it’s a huge box like u say lol The stream will be in a week or two mate. Looking forward to it also. He’s a busy man at the moment so just trying to nail down a definite date. Be good to hopefully see u in the comments as always mate when it does happen 👌😃 Andy ⚡️
Looks beautiful. You can't go wrong with the SONY A90J I have an 83" with out-of-the-box DOLBY Vision Dark settings. I am awaiting my copy to arrive here in the States. Thank you for giving us this first-hand look at the release.
You are very welcome and think you’re gonna love it when it arrives for you in the states 👌I love sony TVs and products. I’ve used them fairly consistently over the last 10 years (more if u include PlayStations and minidisc players (remember them? Lol) . They are not without their kinks n’ quirks but i love the cinematic image Sony TVs give. Their processing and motion tech is still the best in my opinion 👌I love my A90J but only wish it was bigger like yours 😩🙏🏻 lol
PS it’s just been announced that it’s getting a vanilla release in the states now in October but with OG artwork and none of the new features. I think ur still better importing this tho. Thanks for your comment mate, Andy ⚡️
Oh, I'm SO ready for this video.
Saving to watch later.
Nice one Badger, hope u enjoy it when you get round to it. Appreciate the support as ever my friend 🫡
My big box from HMV just arrived, I'm looking forward to detailed analysis of the spines of book and disc not matching up
Haha, nice one getting the boxset. My unbox will be out soon and I'll directly answer your query in the video. Hope you're well mate and thanks for the comment 😃
I ordered mine on Day One and got the 4K Box Set, and can't wait to get it in the mail..
Likewise my friend. Just got an update from Royal Mail saying my boxset will be delivered tomorrow. Can’t wait. Will get the unbox video out asap. Not that you’ll need it! Lol Hope u enjoy it when it comes mate. Thanks for watching 😃👍
Just received it in the post this morning. Cannot wait to view it
Awesome mate, seen a few getting it super early. Mine coming 2moro according to royal mail. Can i ask did u order direct from second sight? Just curious 🤔
@ElectricGeek yep, ordered directly from secondsight's website on the day it was announced. Just after watching it. Fantastic transfer. They really put the work into it as always.
I can not wait to receive my copy. I've been looking to getting this movie for a long time. I didn't want to settle for a dvd copy. As soon as I saw this being released on 4k blu-ray, I was so excited!
It's absolutely been worth the wait and I'm sure you'll agree when you see it for yourself. My screeen shots don't do it justice to be honest. Thanks for watching mate
Mine comes in the mail next Monday! Super stoked!
Awesome mate, I can’t wait to get my hands on my mine also. I ordered day one direct from Second Sight 😅 Thanks for commenting my friend. Enjoy it when it comes 📬
Really looking forward tonight getting this Second Sight box set, as you state it has been a long wait for this release. I am a sucker for any film with Rutger Hauler in it.
I am a big fan of second sight and have many of their discs, they have been going for many years.
Thank you for your review - I have subscribed.😊😊
Rutger 'Hauler' 😂Not sure if you meant that but i like it! 👍I like Rutger also, he's got such great on screen presence and he doesn't really have an equal in my opinion . I need to checkout his early dutch work admittedly but I enjoy of course Bladerunner, Wanted: Dead or Alive and Blind Fury. Hobo with a shotgun is worth a look too if you like gory, comedy horror! lol
Second sight are a great label and I've got a decent relationship with them now so there will be lots more reviews like this to come from them. I've just received a preview copy of Late Night with the Devil so that will feature in a video at some point.
Thanks for your comment and mate and of course for subscribing, it means a lot. Welcome aboard! 😃
Andy⚡
Thanks for the great review. My boxed set is ordered! I believe part of the reason for the delay was the original film negative couldn't be found. During that time I think there was an Australian Blu-ray release scanned from an intermediate print. But now, finally a 4K remaster. Btw Director Harmon was a stills photographer by trade before making movies, and his skills show in this movie. Some of the extras have been ported over from the DVD (China Lake etc) but I see there is so much more new material! I'm counting down until my copy arrives! 😊
You're very welcome! Yes I think your right, I thought it was a german edition, i've maybe gotten muddled up but if the scan was from an intermediate print that would explain it's poorer quality. I remember second sight stating something about the negative being hard to track down but i'm so glad they did! It's a brilliantly photographed movie, got a timeless look & atmosphere. Creates a proper feeling of helplessness & isolation for C. Thomas Howell's character. The arid desert setting is like Ryder's playground. The devil's backyard lol Thanks for your comment mate and I hope you enjoy the new master as much as i did! 👍☺️
Thanks for the reply 😊 Yeah, I remember being tempted by a blu Ray boxed set from Umbrella Entertainment I think, from Australia. But glad I held out for this one. It's a modern classic!! All the best with the channel.
Thanks can i ask whats your opinion on the audio, do you listen on surround sound.
You are welcome my friend, thanks for taking the time to watch! 🫡 As for the audio, I did cover it briefly within the video but incase you missed it I listened to the atmos track. I have 5.1.2 setup in the room i review my discs in and it certainly sounded decent for an Atmos reworking nearly 40 years later. Never gonna be a demo disc for audio but it's the best way to listen to it in my opinion if your atmos capable. Hope this helps mate 👍
I always thought it was criminal that Rutger Hauer was never at least nominated if not won all the best actor awards that year for The Hitcher. Fun fact: in the Netherlands he was voted the greatest Dutch actor of the 20th Century
I’m not surprised the Netherlands acknowledged him like that. He was a great actor. Although his villainous roles are probably his most famous / iconic, he’s great as a protagonist too. Great range. A unique charm and watchability. Thanks for your comment mate 👌😃
I'm ordering a new 4K monitor today. I'm getting LOTR/HOBBIT and The Northman on 4K Blu ray.
I'll be using you as a guide for what 4K blu rays to get. :D
Great Video!
Question, on my monitor when the black level is low, the picture seems to be more vibrant, normal its more washed out. which is the correct settting?
Hi Luke, glad your getting stuck into the world of 4K mate. Lots of fun to be had and hopefully I can help guide you to the good stuff! ☺️
As for your black level setting, I don't know what your using obviously but 'normal' is probably more accurate as low will likely be darkening the blacks to give perceivably 'better' black levels at the expense of fine / shadow detail. If you think it looks more punchy and has better contrast on low tho then leave it there and just enjoy it. End of the day, should always set your tv/monitor up to how you like to watch with at least an awareness of what the most accurate setting is. Hope this helps mate. 👍
@@ElectricGeek yeah sounds good 😁
Nice Review
You’re welcome mate, glad you enjoyed it. Went all in as think it merited it ☺️ Thanks for watching pal 👍
Nice mate, looking forward to receiving mine. How you’re well Andy. Ben
Jiggy AF. Well done, Andy. You got me fucking gassed for this. Getting ASAP!
Do you not think it looks slightly cyan colour wise? It's a good picture but it is there. I notice this issue with a lot of 4Ks
I can’t say this is something i’ve really noticed? Tho i don’t have any recall really of what it would have looked like on dvd or broadcast tv. Can u give some other examples mate?
@@ElectricGeek Some examples, Basic Instinct, T2, Red Sonja,Cliff-hanger, New York Ripper, House By The Cemetery, etc. The cyan look was never there before on previous releases.
Skip the french fries, Andy! 😂😂
Haha! He takes ages to realise in that scene. I reckon i’d know the difference between and severed finger and fry 😂 my favourite line is “how you enjoying shitsville?” In the diner 😂 caught me off guard that and got an audible laugh 😂
why not a image gallery?
What on the disc or in my video?
@@ElectricGeek ON THE DISC obviously, why they didnt add a image galery in the extras?
@Yisau117 I think of the all the extras it does have (and pretty great ones at that), we can forgive the lack of an image gallery. Not something i’m concerned about personally. Thanks for watching 👍😃
@@ElectricGeek oh shit the image gallery is on the book now I get it hahhaha (I wanted digital images but still great).
RUTGER HAUER had gone to an Asylum to to study the True behavior he the Replicated 😮😅😊 FOR the movie
Didn’t know that mate, would explain why it’s such a great performance. The new interview with Robert Harmon is really good and he shares some cool anecdotes about working with Hauer. I’m looking forward to watching the retrospective piece on Hauer also. Cheers man 😃
The remake unnecessarily shows her being torn apart and it's a "flat" moment in the film.Also Sean Bean is a very poor choice though to be fair I don't like him in anything.
The quality isnt very impressive in my opinion