BY JAMES SCOTT/ JULY 10, 2023
Upgrade, a film directed by Leigh Whannell and released in 2018, has not received the recognition that it unquestionably merits.
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Even though the science fiction horror movie is still largely regarded as a breakout smash, it has yet to achieve the success of other movies produced in the same year or the director's subsequent project, The Invisible Man, which is scheduled to be released in 2020.
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Despite its reputation as an underappreciated masterpiece, Upgrade was a commercial and critical triumph upon its release, receiving high marks from both audiences and reviewers.
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And now, the cyberpunk action movie will get a new lease on life, as Shout! Factory announced exclusively the film's release in 4K UHD and Blu-ray, complete with bonus features.
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The audio commentary is provided by Whannell, who also served as the film's writer and director. The commentary is included in the 4K UHD edition.
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Additionally, the critically praised film's creative team—including producer Kylie Du Fresne, cinematographer Stefan Duscio, editor Andy Canny, and combat choreographer Chris Weir—are featured in interviews on the Blu-ray version.
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The film's physical release can be purchased at this time for $32.99. Whannell's creative vision more than compensated for the lack of funds available for his production, even though the movie had a limited budget.
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