Late in the movie, we finally see Miley performing as Hannah. But it might be too little, too late for some fans. The scenes of Miley out in the country reconnecting with her less complicated pre-stardom life are rather uninteresting. Something more fun and fast-paced, like Spiceworld for instance, might have held fans' attention more tightly. Of course, it would be a mistake to underestimate the thirst for Hannah Montana product. After all, Hannah Montana: The Movie hit theaters only weeks after the Best Of Both Worlds concert movie raked in millions. The point is, the target demographic isn't especially demanding in the quality control department. If they enjoy this movie, then mission accomplished.
The Blu-ray release of Hannah Montana: The Movie presents a strong, though unspectacular, visual and sonic experience. The DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 mix is probably too good for most of the young viewers to really even appreciate. Music sequences reasonably approximate the sound of a live performance. The 1080p transfer is sharp and colors are realistic. Sampling the standard DVD that is included demonstrated a distinct difference in quality. The DVD lacks the clarity of the Blu-ray; it's almost soft-focus by comparison. All things considered, while by no means reference quality, the producers of Hannah Montana: The Movie have done a bang-up job with this Blu-ray.
Loaded with features, fans will be entertained by this release long after the credits roll. The director's commentary may seem like a chore for young viewers to listen to, but they'll have a blast watching all the featurettes (about an hour's worth). There is a selection of deleted scenes, music videos, and a blooper reel (not a very funny one, honestly). Parents may not understand what all the fuss is about, but kids love Miley Cyrus and her dual characters of Miley Stewart and Hannah Montana. No harm can come from watching the Blu-ray release of Hannah Montana: The Movie, except that the $44.99 MSRP is a little steep.
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