Customer Ratings & Reviews

Regardless of what you may have to say about the man himself, Polanski displays many of the great qualities one looks for in a director and his work, especially this piece, is evidence of that. The higher resolution quality provided via blu ray combined with classy new packaging and you’ve got yourself a winner. Excellent work.

I love how the actor performs their roles well as great story.

Chinatown features incredible writing, excellent directing, and an absolutely astonishing performance from one of the great actors of all-time, Jack Nicholson.

One of Jack Nicholson's greatest performances, though a bit dated now. So much style in this film. Its a great watch again and again.

Summa Jack Nicholson‘s best work excellent detective movie everything about it was great I highly recommend this film enjoy

This was more like a 3 star movie to me; I didn't feel anything in particular after watching it, but can say that it didn't feel like a waste of time. Still, it's "one of the greats" so it's worth a buy for it's historical importance.

The "Film Noir" genre of mystery and crime dramas was a staple of American and European cinema of the 1930s to 1950, but would keep coming back every several years with a bang (pun intended)! In 1974, screenwriter Robert Towne and director Roman Polanski reintroduced "Film Noir" to a new generation of audiences with their classic box office smash "Chinatown." Today, over 40 years later, "Chinatown" (which is set in 1937) continues to be a relevant and enjoyable film with a great story, vivid cinematography and other high production values. It's greatest strength is still in the electrifying performances of its main and supporting cast, led by powerhouse performers Jack Nicholson (in fine form at his prime) as complicated Private Eye Jake "J.J." Gittes, the ever-alluring Faye Dunaway as both a "femme fatale" and a "damsel-in-distress" and the legendary actor-director John Huston in one of his best roles as a disturbingly menacing and powerful villain. While the movie won only one Academy Award (for Best Screenplay by Towne) our of eleven nominations, many film buffs would still "Chinatown" a runaway winner in most categories.

You will not be disappointed! If you are a fan of both of the main stars this is it!

This Detective/Mystery with a murder or two is typical of the genre of the 1960’s and 1970’s period. The principal acting staff were both experienced and talented, and this moving-picture is blessed with the extraordinary performances of both Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway. The films story-line starts out very slowly building a base for what is to come which is both captivating and interesting with several surprises along the way. This movie presents a very good “cat and mouse game” and its’ ending is not what you suspect. Additionally, this classic Detective/Mystery is both intelligent as-well-as entertaining, and I am sure you will agree that Chinatown will be entertaining audiences for years to come

This is a must see for cinema fans. Fantastic performances all around

Nicholson, Dunaway, and Huston are memorable. Blue Ray quality is very good.

An essential noir classic that any film aficionado should see at least once.

This movie firmly established Jack Nicholson as a top actor, supported by a young and beautiful Faye Dunaway and stunning John Houston performance. The year is 1937, Los Angeles private investigator Jake Geddes must solve the mysterious murder of Dunaway's husband while falling hard for her. Sensuous music score, stunning photography and exceptional direction by Roman Pollansky at his best make this a standout modern day firm noir equal to the best of all time. Nicholson was at his prime and willing to take Brando-like acting risks. Half way into the movie, a thug sliced his nose nearly off and he courageously wears that wound for the rest of the film. It has a spectacular surprise ending that will have you endlessly talking about the film and wanting to watch it over and over. This is definitely a "top ten," bucket list masterpiece.

Love this movie and it never gets old. Had to finally own it.

This version of Chinatown is an absolute must own on blu-ray. One of the finest films of the decade looks as great as it possibly can without a 4k master. Jack Nicholson is fantastic in this film and shows why he became one of the hottest stars in Hollywood shortly thereafter. Don't want to give too much away as far as the plot goes, suffice to say this film is iconic in the film noir genre. The soundtrack in 5.1 HD sounds great, the extras, the complete package, plus the steelbook treatment and a good price makes this a no-brainer to add to your collection.

A landmark movie in the Film Noir tradition, Roman Polanski's "Chinatown" upholds every aspect of a true Film Noir style classic. Jack Nickolson and Faye Dunaway experience the murky, dark, muddled side of Pre War Southern California. Nicholson plays private eye Jake Gittes hired by a sensual socialite played by Faye Dunaway to investigate the murder of her husband. Gittes soon finds himself entrenched in double- dealings. Also starring film legend John Huston. A highly recommended film done in a timeless format.

Chinatown looks as good as it's ever looked on this blu-ray (well, not as good as the 1974 theatrical screenings, but we can't go back in time). From Towne's brilliant screenplay, to Polanski's highly stylized directing, to Nicholson, Dunaway and Huston's great performances all fueled by Goldsmith's original score-you can't go wrong. Easily one of the best films ever.

"Forget it, Jake, it's Chinatown." Jake can and probably should forget Chinatown but you won't. This is the definitive noir, the definitive L.A. movie, the definitive example of amazing storytelling, writing, acting and direction. Film lovers and people who hope to make movies - this is the one for you. And what a blu-ray - a perfect transfer, great features you'll actually watch too. PICK THIS UP!!

Chinatown is a rich, classic movie both in terms of cinema and, to some extent, one of the more famous issues of surrounding Southern California's most valuable commodities -- it's water rights. The charters are evolved in broad strokes, utilizing the talents of some of acting's biggest stars. All-in-all, it is a movie well worth a bag of popcorn shared with a friend.

Anybody who knows Jack Nicholson rolls, know he plays suave, debonair and slightly morally compromised rolls, this is his early work as a detective who falls for the lady who hires him to find her husband's killer, only to find there is more to the plot than what meets the eye. Clever, funny, and leaves you wondering what's next.