The Good, the Bad and the Ugly [DVD] [1966]

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" is supplied with 5.1 DTS-HD MA and two 2.0 DTS-HD MA (English and Italian) tracks, and while it's more of a blunt instrument, the mono mixes are far more satisfying when taking in Leone's unique world of cacophonous elements. Tininess is unavoidable, and there's hiss present throughout the listening experience. Dialogue exchanges are acceptable, and scoring hits high points of volume, adding to the singular push of tension the film provides. Sound effects are enjoyably harsh, retaining their sound library origin.

One of my all time favorites. Must see to believe. Clint Eastwood at his best

this classic is brillantly made and acted. A must for western fans

One of the truly great westerns ever made and well acted.

This movie is pretty much flawless. This movie is a much watch

Since it was initially released, I have not seen the entirety of The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. What a treat to go back to the movie that brought Clint Eastwood to prominence. I watched it the other night with a friend who had never seen it. He enjoyed it and, even though I knew what was coming, so did I. Morricone's score is a highlight. While in my opinion Leone could have edited the film and shortened it a bit, this spaghetti western remains a classic.

No offense to John Wayne, but although the Western genre was born in America, it was perfected in Italy. Clint Eastwood (The Good), Lee Van Cleef (The Bad) & Eli Wallach (The Ugly) are nothing short of perfection in this Civil War era Western about three men seeking a hidden treasure. Alliances are made and betrayed in this classic that ultimately pits these men against each other in a climactic showdown. (For the Metallica fans out there, you'll recognize the Ennio Morricone musical sequence that accompanies the final gunfight as the band's concert introduction). Director Sergio Leone's masterpiece in a long line of incredible action movies.

This is one of the all time greatest westerns. The 4k transfer looks awesome as well. It's a little more yellow than previous versions but that was apparently correct to Italian prints. Either way, the film looks great. My only gripe is that I wish the recent releases of TGTB&TU would include the theatrical cut as an option. The longer directors cut is fine (and is all that's on here), but I do prefer the theatrical cut for pacing. Regardless, this should be on everyone's movie shelf and the fact that best buy had it for five clams was awesome.