Doctor Strange [4K UHD]

Doctor Strange is a good movie. This kept me interested the whole movie and all the dimensions. The special effects didn't stop. This sets you up for the next movie.

"Doctor Strange" is chock full of mind-bending special effects and that's great. But what makes this truly a 5-star movie, in my opinion, is the writing. The plot is interesting and the dialogue rich, combining humor with pathos in an effective script that tells a very intriguing story. Strange is a complex character who is almost unique in the superhero genre. For example: He is not a mutant nor has he been "created" in the same manner that The Hulk was through a scientific experiment that went wrong or Captain America was through a scientific experiment that went right. He is also not an "accidental superhero" who was given special powers from an external source ala Spiderman. Instead, his power lies within himself and because it does that makes Doctor Strange oddly accessible to those of us who are otherwise "ordinary" human beings. He, in essence, gives us a ray of hope, allowing us to think - even believe - that we, too, can become a superhero if we have the discipline to tap into the hidden strengths we all possess. (Few of us have that kind of discipline - I certainly don't - but that doesn't lessen the fact that Stephen Strange helps us understand that we all have the potential to be much greater than we currently are.) Director Scott Derrickson - who also co-wrote the script - did not, much to my great relief, allow himself to be seduced by the amazing CGI but, instead, used the special effects to enhance the movie while allowing his actors to not just tell the story but actually be the story. I only wish more directors did that. The cast is terrific, something that I've come to expect when Marvel movies are made. Benedict Cumberbatch is perfect in the role as the egotistical Stephen Strange but although he is nominally the star of the film his supporting cast is equally wonderful. Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, and Tilda Swinton are brilliant as is Mads Mikkelsen as the villain. There are, in fact, no weak links in the cast. And that, along with Derrickson's seamless direction and some truly great writing, make this a wonderful film.

This is a true must-see movie in my opinion. I do not normally give movies 5 stars as i prefer to give 4 and have people actually read them instead of glossing over any 5 stars as fake. This is not a fake review at all. I prefer to give 4 and then qualify it in the details section, but let my joy get ahead of me and I clicked 5 and then save before I forgot. LOL. Anyway, the theatrical version was much better than the first time I watched it when it came out. You cannot go wrong by either renting this or purchasing it if it is not too expensive. It makes me thirst for a Theatrical release of the 2nd film in the Dr. Strange realm. I hope there is another one. They can keep on making these and I will keep on watching them.

I got to say that there is no stopping the Marvel Cinematic Universe as it surges with success in a year that showed Marvel’s dominance with Captain America Civil War. This movie shows that Marvel can be successful with something new in a long-time favorite in Doctor Strange. Standing on its own, the film is about Steven Strange, a prominent surgeon who ends up with the horrible misfortune of being in a car accident that cripples his hands. This pretty much ends his career as he spends every dime to fix his hands but to no avail. But he is desperate to get his life back, so when a lead to getting better must take him to the other side of the world, he takes it and ends up being a part of something greater. Strange discovers magic from a powerful sorcerer known as The Ancient One who slowly and steadily grants him the knowledge to wield powers that could heal him, but even more important she wants him to become something greater in the fight against supernatural evil. Especially when a former disciple of The Ancient One wants the ultimate power of life and death, Strange must use all the knowledge at his disposal to save the world. The MCU stories are of adventure, comedy, sci-fi, but this one actually entertains magic, and it is amazing and as real as all the other Marvel films. Marvel brings forward a good story with exceptional actors and actresses, from Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mads Mikkelsen, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, and Tilda Swinton. But it is the special effects that are amazing as well as a phenomenal story. The 3D Blu-ray experience is still great, with phenomenal quality as the effects truly pop out. The special features are great with a good number of behind-the-scenes as well as deleted scenes. As well as a much-appreciated digital copy.

I was a early fan of the comic book by Steve Ditko who had such a vivid imagination to create this mystic world with astral planes and Black Arts that finally made it to the big screen after unsuccessfully trying in the 70's with a TV movie at a time when effects were hokey . I seen this film at the theater in 3-D where the effects were awesome but like many , only have Bluray but it really doesn't take nothing from the story in that format . Cumberbatch did a great job in the role and the director whom I'm not familiar with , Scott Derrickson who did a good job co writing and directing this mystic film .The film use humor in a good way and the story isn't hard to follow even if your not a familiar with the character . Though the plot device with that character wont hurt the series and I find Chiwetel Ejiofor a good actor stars as Mordo and We shall see more of Mordo in the future films . The CGI is similar to Inception but using them more in the story to create a mirror universe . Mads Mikkelsen as the villain the casting is excellent . The story moves along quite well without any boring spots and must say I enjoyed this film . The film clocks in at 115 minutes and has closed captions in English , French and Spanish, oops and I almost forgot to add , please stick around for the entire end credits .

I want to be honest right from the start and say that I did NOT like this movie the first time I watched it. I was confused and had no clue what was going on... I know it's an origin story, but there were parts that I just didn't like because they were slow or didn't seem to really fit well with where the story was going. However, I watched it a few more times because I really ended up liking how Doctor Strange grows as a character... and I'm a huge Marvel fan so I have to give it a second chance! It's obviously pretty different from other Marvel movies, but if you look past the chaos the basic story is there like in all the others. Some of the movie is just weird... which is saying something since I do not think there is much that I am surprised about or find out of the ordinary in movies. There are definitely people that will not like this movie, but I think the character is an absolutely great one to have in the Marvel universe! I have not seen the new Avengers movie, but I've heard the rumors... and I really, really hope they end up changing how everything works and let Doctor Strange have a sequel!!! (Pretty sure this movie is an absolute must-see in order to understand the storyline later on.)

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Buena película, cuenta con doblaje latino y extras subtítulados al español

Die Blu-ray Doctor Strange bietet ein Superhelden-Abenteuer, das sich deutlich von vielen anderen Filmen des Marvel Cinematic Universe abhebt. Statt den Fokus auf reine Action zu legen, kombiniert der Film Fantasy, Mystik und spektakuläre visuelle Effekte zu einem einzigartigen Erlebnis. Benedict Cumberbatch überzeugt in der Rolle des arroganten Chirurgen Stephen Strange, der nach einem Schicksalsschlag einen völlig neuen Lebensweg einschlägt. Seine Entwicklung vom selbstverliebten Arzt zum Beschützer der Realität wird glaubwürdig und unterhaltsam erzählt. Unterstützt wird er von einem starken Ensemble, darunter Tilda Swinton und Chiwetel Ejiofor. Besonders beeindruckend sind die visuellen Effekte. Die verzerrten Städte, magischen Portale und surrealen Dimensionen sorgen für zahlreiche spektakuläre Szenen, die auf Blu-ray hervorragend zur Geltung kommen. Die hohe Bildschärfe und der kräftige Sound machen das Heimkinoerlebnis besonders intensiv. Die Handlung folgt zwar in Teilen dem bekannten Ursprungsgeschichten-Muster vieler Superheldenfilme, wird jedoch durch die ungewöhnliche Thematik und die kreative Inszenierung aufgewertet. Humor, Spannung und Fantasie sind ausgewogen verteilt und sorgen für durchgehend gute Unterhaltung. Für Marvel-Fans und Liebhaber fantasievoller Abenteuerfilme ist diese Blu-ray eine klare Empfehlung und zählt zu den visuell eindrucksvollsten Veröffentlichungen des Marvel-Universums.

Great quality in 4K movies. Awesome movie and even better in 4K

“Doctor Strange” è uno dei più recenti capitoli del Marvel Cinematic Universe e introduce un personaggio meno conosciuto rispetto, ad esempio, a Thor e Capitan America, ma non meno affascinante. Il percorso che porta l’arrogante medico Stephen Strange a diventare un maestro delle arti mistiche e soprattutto a mettere da parte il suo ego smisurato, trovando una nuova motivazione, è reso davvero con efficacia. Il film alterna sapientemente scene d’azione e combattimento e momenti più introspettivi, dedicati all'evoluzione del personaggio. Gli effetti speciali, soprattutto quelli che ricordano le geometrie dell’artista olandese M.C. Escher, sono spettacolari. Bellissimi scene e costumi e ottima la colonna sonora, che alterna motivi epici ad altri di stile orientale. Ottimo il cast, che ha reso sapientemente i personaggi. Veramente incantevole Tilda Swinton nei panni dell’Antico e Benedict Cumberbatch è uno Strange perfetto. Come tutti i film Marvel, dopo i titoli di coda sono presenti due scene che schiudono nuove prospettive di come si potrebbe evolvere la storia nel MCU. Molto divertente è la prima, in cui vediamo Strange e Thor e che sicuramente è propedeutica al prossimo film sul dio del tuono. In definitiva, un film avvincente e godibile, un must per i fan degli eroi Marvel. Mi sento di fare solo un piccolo appunto: l’antagonista Kaecilius - un affascinante Mads Mikkelsen - è poco approfondito, sarebbe stato bello sapere qualcosa di più del suo passato. L’edizione blu-ray è arricchita da una serie di contenuti speciali, come le tradizionali scene tagliate, i dietro le quinte, il processo creativo che ha portato alla nascita del film, la realizzazione delle scene di combattimento e così via. Molto divertente il video “Team Thor: part 2” in cui possiamo seguire Thor alle prese con problemi molto terresti, come il pagamento dell’affitto.

Compré "Doctor Strange: Hechicero Supremo" en formato Blu-Ray 3D y quedé encantado con esta edición. Aunque incluye únicamente el disco 3D, la presentación se siente especial gracias al Slipcover de muy buena calidad, con relieve y brillo que hacen que resalte muchísimo en la colección. La película, dirigida por Scott Derrickson, cuenta la historia del neurocirujano Stephen Strange, interpretado magistralmente por Benedict Cumberbatch, quien después de un accidente que destruye su carrera encuentra una nueva realidad en las artes místicas. La cinta está llena de mensajes sobre transformación, rendición del ego y el despertar interior, y eso la hace distinta a las típicas películas de superhéroes. Sobre la calidad del 3D: El 3D aquí es uno de los mejores de Marvel, sin exagerar. Las escenas de los mundos espejo, portales y fractales se ven espectaculares y muy profundas. La sensación de inmersión es real, casi como estar dentro de un caleidoscopio viviente. Si te gusta el cine 3D bien aprovechado, este es de los títulos que justifican completamente el formato. Calidad de Imagen y Sonido: La imagen es limpia, brillante y con colores vivos. El sonido es envolvente y poderoso, perfecto para escenas místicas y batallas astrales. Presentación Física: Slipcover muy bonito, bien terminado. El disco viene en caja Blu-Ray estándar, pero el slip le da todo el encanto. Envío: Llegó rápido, sin golpes, sin esquinas dobladas y el disco totalmente nuevo. Conclusión: Si amas coleccionar ediciones 3D o simplemente eres fan de Marvel, este es un must. Visualmente hipnótica, envolvente y preciosa en la estantería. Una película para volverse a ver muchas veces. 🔮✨ Recomendada al 100%.

Pathetic.......still waiting for a refund. I can do this all day !!!!!!!