The Long Goodbye 1973 Extras 1080p Bluray 2021 Jun 2026

Here’s a concise report on the included in the 2021 1080p Blu-ray release of The Long Goodbye (1973).

: While constrained by the age of the original mix, the audio is clean and problem-free. It effectively captures Elliott Gould’s "mumble" performance and the iconic, recurring John Williams/Johnny Mercer theme song. Subtitle Support

The desaturated, pastel look is preserved beautifully. The sun-bleached yellows of Malibu, the murky blues of the nocturnal city streets, and the earthy tones of Marlowe's apartment are rendered with exceptional accuracy. the long goodbye 1973 extras 1080p bluray 2021

: Reviewers from The Movie Isle noted that modern technology finally captures the film’s dream-like visuals without losing fidelity, offering a cleaner grain structure and improved sharpness compared to older, "snowy" transfers.

– Rough but fascinating. An extended monologue from Sterling Hayden’s drunken writer character clarifies his motivations — a shame it was cut, but it’s great to have. Here’s a concise report on the included in

This is a newly recorded commentary track specifically for this release. David Thomson is a respected film historian and the author of The New Biographical Dictionary of Film .

Film historian and biographer David Thompson provides context on Altman’s career, placing The Long Goodbye within his filmography during the 1970s. He explains how Altman was redefining American cinema during this period. 5. "Tom Williams on Raymond Chandler" Subtitle Support The desaturated, pastel look is preserved

The 2021 Special Edition is "stacked" with supplements that provide deep historical and technical context:

This release is for The Long Goodbye on 1080p Blu-ray. The extras provide a complete understanding of the film’s production, style, and legacy. Highly recommended for film noir, 1970s cinema, and Robert Altman enthusiasts.