Blu-ray Review: Into the Wild - Page 2

Special Features

Like the rest of this wave of Paramount Blu-ray releases, Into the Wild simply carries over the special features from the DVD version. Still, the two featurettes – “The Story, The Characters” and “The Experience” – were only available on the two-disc special edition of the DVD. The single disc edition was devoid of any features.

Although the featurettes are short at around 20 minutes each, both are full of fascinating information. “The Story, The Characters” features interviews from most of the principal cast, and is a nice snapshot of the rich tapestry of supporting characters that populate the film. “The Experience” explores the challenges of shooting the film in a myriad of desolate locations, and features interviews from many of the crew heads.

Both featurettes are presented in standard definition, but are acceptable in terms of technical quality. The theatrical trailer for the film in high-def rounds out the special features.

The Bottom Line

Into the Wild is a remarkable accomplishment, and a film that deserves repeated viewings. Its visual beauty just makes the Blu-ray upgrade all the more necessary.

Article Author: Dusty Somers

Dusty Somers hails from Seattle, and is a journalism student at the University of Oklahoma. He enjoys spending time and watching films with his wife, and looks forward to their imminent return to the great Northwest.

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