My review of the Blu-ray after the jump:
Brazil began almost as a joke for Gilliam.
Years passed and several writers worked on the script, including award-winning playwright Tom Stoppard.
Gilliams satire is acidic and his vision of crushed fantasies is harsh, but thats what makesBrazilspecial.
The film is as dark and deep as Orwell and as funny and exuberant as Python.
Theres nothing else quite like it and few other cinematic dystopias hold a candle to this one.
Several decades on, Gilliams satire and vision hasnt faded.
The old fashion practical effects are still stunning.
And yet sadlyBrazilisnt considered a classic, its more of a cult film.
Thats a shame, but I suppose its appropriate.
Though funny and action packed,Brazilrequires attentive audiences with inquisitive and cynical minds.
Unfortunately there arent many of those folks out there looking for a satirical sci-fi black comedy.
Thats probably why Universal wanted to re-cut the movie into a 90-minute romantic adventure back in 1985.
Thank god Terry Gilliam fought his battle publicly in the press and gotBrazilin theaters.
Youd think that would guarantee and extras-packed Blu-ray release from Universal, but sadly that didnt happen.
Unfortunately they went the bare bones route.
Now, it has to be said that the color palate of this blu-ray is considerable brighter than previousBrazilreleases.
Well have until the inevitable Criterion blu-ray release to be sure.
At least for now, this is easily the best way to experienceBrazil.
Hollywood movies are rarely this original and imaginative.
Theres a simple business reason for that and Gilliam had to fight many battles overBrazilas a result.
The movie was clearly worth it though.
