Almost Famous [The Bootleg Cut] [Director's Edition] [Unrated] [Blu-ray] [2000]

I love this movie and own the regular version, the UK imported, and the bootleg collectors blu-ray. The theatrical and bootleg get their own 4K disc. In my opinion the upgrade in visuals is not a big one from the blu-ray. Sound is same 5.1 DTS-HD but I did notice some more bass and center channel seemed more clear on a couple of lines. Upgrade recommended for huge fans of the movie otherwise the blu-ray is excellent.

Overall happy to have this added to the steelbook collection and does include the bootleg version 4K disc

Another exquisite entry in the Best Buy steelbook collection. Wonderfully executed with artwork befitting of the film. As for the 4k UHD version of Almost Famous, it's a celebrity in its own right. The transfer is the best the movie has looked on any platform and is another win for physical media. The picture and audio quality is top tier with a balanced use of HDR for a natural palette and skin tones. The dream-like quality of the photography shines through with an appropriate level of film grain. The soundtrack is its own character and fuels the narrative. Overall, this release will delight existing fans and first-time viewers alike. Almost Famous is my favorite of Cameron Crowe's films and features standout performances by Kate Hudson and Patrick Fugit. This coming-of-age tale set in the music scene of the 1970s is a definite recommend.

I love this film and own the bootleg blu-ray version of it. In my opinion, the upgrade in visuals is not a big difference from the blu-ray. The sound is the same 5.1 DTS-HD, but I did notice it has some more bass and the center channel seemed more clearer on a couple of lines. An upgrade is recommended only for those who are huge fans of the film otherwise owning the blu-ray is just fine as I said before there really is no big difference between the blu-ray and the 4K versions of the film. Just wish that this version came with the blu-ray disc too, that way I could sell the blu-ray copy that I own.

The Cameron Crowe rock film classic from 2000 has made its 4K UHD debut, and the results are first-rate. The picture and audio quality are major improvement over the old DVD and Blu-ray editions, and there are plenty of extras to keep you entertained after the film. As for the film itself, it hasn't aged a bit. It's still my favorite movie of the 2000s by far. So, why not give this five stars? Well, I have a defective copy. The second disc freezes up in several spots despite the disc surface being free of smudges/scratches/etc. Normally, that would mean a quick trip back down to Best Buy to exchange the disc. Problem (hopefully) solved. However, Best Buy hasn't had new copies in since the disc streeted two weeks ago and my window to return it for a new copy is closing rapidly (as of this writing, 7/28/21). I know this is largely Paramount's fault for not pressing enough copies, but this short return/exchange window of Best Buy's is useless if you don't have additional stock! Now I'm stuck with one good disc, and one defective one. Thanks, Best Buy!

One of Cameron Crowe's best movies now available on 4K. I was a little annoyed it was only available in the steelbook format. Thank Paramount for that. But regardless the 4K disc is by far the best way to go and you can only get it in this steelbook. Best Buy is one of the few places that has steelbooks in stock and has great variety. Needless to say if you are a fan of this movie this is the only way to go.

I'm an avid SteelBook collector. When I saw that Almost Famous was releasing on 4k SteelBook I was thrilled. Honestly, I'm not huge on the cover and felt they could have done way better. As great of a character as Penny Lane is, there were other great characters in the film as well and they should have been equally represented on the cover. Cosmetics aside, the quality is great from the picture and sound, to the bonus features. If you love Almost Famous, I highly recommend this version!

This transfer is great. I've only watched the bootleg cut because its the only version I'll ever watch. The 4k scan is very good and the HDR is fine. Its not the type of movie where HDR is going to pop out or anything. The sound is great as well. Definitely worth the pick up.