Scream 4 - BLURAY

This is a review of the Bluray version. I just watched Scre4m and I must say, I was shocked. . .at how good it was! It is the best since the first, and I dare say, as good as the first. It's scary, very witty, clever, and surprisingly well acted with a terrific cast and a first-rate screenplay by series creator Kevin Williamson. The story follows the ten-year anniversary of the Woodsboro murders (the events which comprised the first)and Sidney Prescott (reprised by the lovely Neve Campbell) has written an autobiography about her experiences of the the first 3 stories and how she recovered from these events. Campbell is still one of the most likable, heroic, and role-model worthy heroines in horror history. She's by turns tough and fearless and soft and vulnerable...refracted beautifully though Campbell's uncommon grace and talent. Also returning are Courtney Cox as Gale Weathers-Riley, who steals most of her scenes, and David Arquette as now Sheriff Dewey Riley. It's nice to see the old gang we rooted for so strongly across 3 films back together again. I can see why the filmmakers would have done anything to preserve the central cast, as it would not be the same without them. We also have a band of fresh faces and cameos from Hayden Penetierre (another scene-stealer), Emma Roberts, Anna Paquin (True Blood). Rory Culkin (Signs), among others. Ghostface is also back for the 10th anniversary and has his knife sharpened to cut through many of the new cast, and director Wes Craven's brilliant hide and seek direction is still thrilling and he has managed to make it feel both familiar and fresh. The unsung hero of Scream 4 is Kevin Williamson, who has written a sharp, observent, hysterically self-referential and his observations and insights on the last decade of horror films is absolutely brilliant and gives the film its octance, since he is really the first to comment on it in any meanigful way, much the way he did with the entire horror genre thus far in the first film. He plays with the tsunami of horror remakes, the new technologies and social networking sites, and ever shifting rules of the genre to brilliant ends, as it allows for some truly imaginative chase and kill scenes. He even pokes some hilarious fun at himself, as he more or less invented the "opening scene murder mini-movie" which the series was known for starting with Scream 1's terrifying opening minutes with Drew Barrymore. The ending is a true jaw-dropper and a genuine surprise and one that makes more sense than the last two sequels did. Once again Williamson ties it into current media culture deftly and skillfully. The Bluray presentation is superb. The 1080p PQ is razor sharp and wonderfully filmic. The grain structure is kept beautifully intact but it is never obtrusive. Colors are bright, skin tones are natural, and fine detail is superb...every kill reveals every drip of blood and piece of flesh...so enjoy that! The DTS-HD MA 5.1 lossless soundtrack is awesome. It's loud, pounding, has terrific and scary ambient surrounds...the rear channels and subwoofer get quite a workout. Dialogue is crisp and clear. Especially nice is Marco Beltrami's terrifying score which heightens the tension. The package includes a standard definition DVD and a digital copy for your mobile device. The special features are a tad light. There's a making of documentary, deleted scenes(w/ optional commentary), and cast and filmmaker commentary. I would have liked more of a breakdown of each area...casting, score, editing, make-up effects, etc. Scream 4's box office ws tepid, which is unfortunate and surprising to me, given how strong the movie is, but I think it fell victim to (ironically) an oversaturated market...the horror blitz has been non-stop since the first Scream hit back in 1996 as it re-invigorated the genre single-handedly. It was also marred by a poor trailer and TV spots which did not even glimpse how good the film is. It also had a crappy release date. This should have been a summer movie. It would have made perfect counter-programming to the 500 superhero movies released this past summer. It's worldwide gross was excellent, but it still makes the likelihood of future sequels uncertain. I hope Craven and Williamson keep going as this territory is more than fertile for a new trilogy, and Scream 4 proves there's lots of life and fresh ingredients to keep it going. Here's hoping Ghostface will return for a 5th entry, and (hope, hope) a 6th, as this is the first in a proposed new trilogy. Ghostface has kept his blade sharp with Scre4m.

Good Product

Given as a gift.

If you've seen the other 3, this is similar, yet has a NOT anticipated ending (for me)! I had never seen 4, and I honestly did not see the end coming-sweet! All of you who have seen 1-3, I will only tell you that it takes place in Sydney's hometown of Woodsboro, has much of the original (still living) characters, and bears a closer resemblance to the original than to the other two. It has an enjoyment level nearly comparable to the first 3, but honestly - if I could, I would only give it 4.99 stars 8<0

As a longtime fan of the Scream movies, I was excited to see the franchise return with Scream 4. And I have to say, this movie did not disappoint. Scream 4 is a self-aware and thrilling addition to the slasher franchise, with a cast of characters that are both familiar and new. The film follows Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) as she returns to her hometown of Woodsboro, where a new generation of high school students are being terrorized by the Ghostface killer. The movie is packed with suspense, twists, and plenty of humor, all of which have become trademarks of the Scream franchise. And with the stunning high-definition visuals and crystal-clear audio of the Blu-ray format, the scares and thrills of the film are taken to a whole new level. The cast is also top-notch, with Campbell reprising her role as Sidney Prescott and David Arquette returning as Dewey Riley. But it's the newcomers, like Emma Roberts and Hayden Panettiere, who really shine in their roles and bring a fresh energy to the film. And with bonus features like behind-the-scenes documentaries and commentary tracks from the director and cast, this Blu-ray edition of Scream 4 provides even more insight into the making of the film and the legacy of the Scream franchise. Overall, I can't recommend Scream 4 on Blu-ray enough. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the Scream franchise or just someone looking for a thrilling and self-aware slasher movie, this film is a must-see. With its stunning visuals, top-notch cast, and bonus features, it's a great addition to any movie lover's collection.

Very good picture quality! I upgraded from the DVD and while the film naturally has a soft glow effect most noticeable in the day time scenes, the image upgrade makes it less distracting which was a happy surprise.

Great

Digital code does still work. Was able to redeem as of 5/2/2026. Went to V U D U site directly, went through the "Redeem a Code" in the accounts tab and had to search Scream 4. Input the code and it added to my library.

SCREAM 4 es una película adelantada a su época, una excelente sátira a los innecesarios remakes que hasta la fecha se siguen produciendo en Hollywood, tiene un guion igual de ingenioso que la SCREAM original, un soundtrack bastante bueno que a completa muy bien a las escenas de tensión. Recomiendo ambas versiones en tanto al Blu Ray, si solo quieres ver la película en un buena calidad y prefieres no pagar más de $100 Mx, la versión de Zima esta perfecta para ti(en especial si la quieres ver con su doblaje), en cambio si quieres ver la película en una excelente calidad y con material extra(tiene varias escenas eliminadas que valen la pena ver), la versión importada esta increíble. Ambas versiones en tanto al Blu Ray + DVD están increíbles, cada una vale la pena en tanto a su costo, en especial para cualquier fanatico de los Blu Ray y de la misma saga SCREAM.

Chegou um dia antes da data, bem embalado! Filme perfeito só não tem áudio nem legendas em português, mas não tem problema pra mim!!!

This film is my favourite in the franchise! I'm honestly stoked to own it!

Just got to say, this Region B blu ray really rocks! So many people knock off points for this release being a bare bones release...nonsense! Who really watches all the special features anyway? Don't let that detour you away from getting this great looking and sounding blu ray. Don't get me wrong, I like special features, but do we really need them? I have the Scream trilogy on Region A blu ray and yet have watched the special features when the movies themselves hold up well on their own. The price for this blu ray of Scream 4 has gone down in price, do yourself a favor and grab a copy if you are a fan of the series. Just hope the US release will look and sound this good!

A great entry