The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly [DVD] [1966]

I'm gonna give this 5 stars just for the music alone. Gotta be one of Ennio Morricone's best scores. As the film reaches its finale with the 3-way Mexican standoff, we hear the beautiful voice of Italian singer Edda Dell'Orso launch into 'The Ecstasy of Gold', one of the most iconic themes in movie history. 'The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly' is a long film, coming in at around 161 mins, but Morricone's skill at evoking moods and feelings will get you involved in the story (set against the backdrop of the American Civil War) and may even bring a tear or two to your eyes.

I just received the item today, and I only have had time to watch the 181 minute "all in" 4K cut of the movie and I couldn't be happier about it. This is the definitive release of this great movie. Amazon finally shipped my copy more than a week and a half after the release date, having pre-ordered it in June, and apparently, this has fast become a highly sought out hard to find product. I look forward to watching all the extras and the Sad Hill Unearthed documentary. the 3 Arrow 4K releases of the Dollars trilogy is easy one of the best sets in my vast collection. Sound and image are top notch and extras are plentiful. Well worth the money.

Best Western ever.

This 4K UHD Blu-ray of The Good ,The Bad And The Ugly is a great looking product rendered on disc to a very high level - very clear , sharp image and with the opportunity to view the film not only with the theatrical version but also with the extended version , which is about 17 minutes longer than than the theatrical print. - Excellent.

A great Clint film. Good sound and picture quality too. Essential buying for all Clint fans.

OK you may have read about the transfer. I watched this on my Samsung 1080P projector and the image was 14ft diagonal. As such the screen blisters with detail you have never seen on previous releases. There has been much debate about the new grade. Although an assistant on the film was involved I think that the colour is off as the sky looks green not blue in certain shots and the white on the titles is yellowed. However, I was able to pay with the colour values on the projector and return the image to something I would approximate as "natural". I admit this is "My" interpretation and it worked for me - you may like the new colour palette. Once this is done, the film looks AMAZING. Its a great movie anyway and seeing it so crystal and sharp - far better definition on detail than the previous release - really made the screen come alive The extras and menu are just lazy. They are ported over from the original version and I would have hoped that Clint and Eli could have been coaxed to record a commentary even if it were separately and edited as a single track As they are both alive and very lucid its a massive opportunity wasted and probably the last time they will be able to get them. I saw Eli at a screening of the film in 2006 and he stated "I have never been asked to do a commentary - I don't know why?" 8 year son and he still hasn't apparently? If you don't own the movie in HD buy it NOW. If you do its worth a double dip if you can live with the new colouring or change your display manually. All of this is from my point of view if you disagree fair enough I will accept your opinion. Please accept mine as mine.

I've been meaning to watch this film for a lonnnng tiiiiiiime. Long overdue. My only regret is that I didn't see it with my Dad, who absolutely LOVED Westerns. Absolutely brilliant film. The cinematography and music are outstanding. Eli Wallach is incredible, as is the rest of the cast. Amazing film.

Great picture Great sound hardly no grainyness picture clear as any thing altered picture settings picture sharpness and hue excellent picture

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Très bien

La cumbre de un género a veces denostado como fue el spaghetti western, pero que Sergio Leone supo elevar a la categoría de obra maestra con películas como "El bueno, el feo y el malo". Magnífica película con una banda sonora magistral que por sí sola representa a todo el género. La escena final del cementerio de Sad Hill, rodada entre de las localidades burgalesas de Salas de los Infantes, Contreras y Santo Domingo de Silos, es simplemente mítica. Recomendable para todos los amantes del género y del buen cine.

Media and contains quality is excellent.

If you are a fan of Sergio Leone’s "Dollars Trilogy," this 4K UHD release is the definitive way to experience the final chapter. While many previous home media releases struggled with color grading—often leaning too heavy into a yellow tint—this scan is a revelation. The clarity in the extreme close-ups, a Leone trademark, allows you to see every bead of sweat and grain of desert sand with breathtaking precision. The HDR provides a natural depth to the landscapes that makes the cinematography feel more expansive than ever before. ​The Film ​Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, the story follows three gunslingers—the "Good" (Blondie), the "Bad" (Angel Eyes), and the "Ugly" (Tuco)—as they race to find a hidden cache of Confederate gold. It is a sweeping epic of greed and survival, punctuated by Ennio Morricone’s iconic score and a tension-filled three-way standoff that remains one of the greatest sequences in cinematic history. While this film is an undisputed titan of the genre, it sits comfortably as my second favorite Western, trailing only the legendary Rio Bravo. ​Disc Contents & Versions ​One of the best things about this release is that it caters to the purists. It includes: ​The Original Theatrical Cut: Clocking in at 161 minutes, this is the version many grew up with and is arguably the better-paced experience. ​The Extended Cut: For those who want every bit of footage possible, the 179-minute version is also present, fully restored. ​Supplemental Material: ​The extras included here are a cinephile’s dream. You aren't just getting the movie; you’re getting a masterclass in film history. The set features: ​Audio Commentaries: Deeply researched tracks from film historians like Sir Christopher Frayling and Richard Schickel. ​Documentaries: Multiple "Making Of" featurettes that dive into the production hurdles and the legacy of the film. ​Deleted Scenes: Specifically those that were restored for the extended version. ​Image Galleries: Rare behind-the-scenes photos and promotional posters. ​Whether you are upgrading from a standard Blu-ray or buying it for the first time, this 4K set is an essential addition to any collection. It honors the legacy of Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach, and Lee Van Cleef in the best quality possible.