BLU-RAY REVIEW

Altered 4K Ultra HD

Picture5
Sound4.5
Immersive3
WSR Score
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(Studio/Distributor):
Well Go USA
(Catalog Number):
WGU039903
(MPAA Rating):
PG-13
(Rating Reason):
Violence, some bloody images and languag
(Retail Price):
$34.98
(Disc Type):
Single Side, Dual Layer (BD-100)
(Widescreen Edition):
Yes
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(Running Time In Minutes):
85
(Color Type):
Color
(Chaptered/Scene Access):
Yes
(Closed Captioned):
Yes
(Regional Coding):
ABC
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(Theatrical Release):
Yes
(Direct-To-Video Release):
No
(Disc Release Date):
1/20/2026
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(Director):
Timo Vuorensola
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(Disc Soundtrack):
Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD 7.1
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"Altered" is an exciting new tale of a dystopian Earth in need of a heroIn an alternate present, genetically enhanced humans dominate society. Outcasts Leon (Tom Felton) and Chloe (Elizaveta Bugulova) fight for justice against corrupt politicians exploiting genetic disparity, risking everything to challenge the oppressive system..(Gary Reber)

Special features include

The 2.39:1 HEVC/H.265 Ultra HD Dolby Vision/HDR10 picture, reviewed on a VIZIO Quantum X P85QX-JI UHD/HDR display, was photographed digitally in anamorphic /i Scope using the Arri Alexa 35 camera system and sourced from a 4K master Digital Intermediate.

The futurist setting and imagery throughout is sharp and clear. The color palette appears naturally saturated. Hues ae perfectly realistic. Colors pop with vividness. Flesh tones appear perfectly natural. HD contrast is excellent. Black levels are deep and solid. Shadows are revealing. White levels are brightly illuminated. Spot lighting is effective. Resolution is superb with fine detail exhibited throughout. Facial features expose skin pores, lines, beard stubble and hair. Costumes reveal fine fabric texture. Structures, sets, props and object texture is vivid. This is a sharp and detailed presentation, (Gary Reber)

The Dolby Atmos/Dolby TrueHD 7.1-channel soundtrack is dynamic and boisterous with excellent presence. The sonic elements are active with an aggressive sound field presence. Atmospherics sound convincing. Sound effects are quite active along with intense mayhem during the violent action actions. Bass support is subdued except for the occasional bolt of .1 LFE energy, The orchestral score delivers seemingly constant presence with a active rhythmic drive. The music occupies a wide and deep soundstage with aggressive extension to the surrounds. Surround energy provides an enveloping sound field. Dialogue is intelligible throughout with generally good spatial integration.

The Immersive Sound element is limited to an extension of the music to the height layer as well as a very brief screaming audience reaction. Seemingly constant, the music enhances the dimensionality of the sound field, but could have a more aggressive presence. And other sound effects treatments would be desirable.

This is a satisfying holosonic soundtrack with excellent ear-level dimension. (Gary Reber)