STACK #249 July 2025

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4K UHD HIGHLIGHTS

Words Glenn Cochrane

Also out this month...

JAMES BOND: SEAN CONNERY 6-FILM COLLECTION While the decision-makers at Amazon MGM Studios continue to debate who should be the next James Bond, the rest of us can revisit where it all began –

48 HRS. The film that redefined the buddy-cop genre and launched Eddie Murphy’s meteoric movie career gets a stunning upgrade with this pristine 4K release. 48 Hrs . stars Murphy as fast-talking convict Reggie Hammond, temporarily released from

again – with this stunning 4K collection celebrating Sir Sean Connery’s iconic run as 007. Spanning from Dr. No (1962) to Diamonds Are Forever (1971), each film has been meticulously restored and remastered in native 4K with Dolby Atmos-True HD sound and HDR10 enhancements. It’s the ultimate way to experience Connery’s suave, action-packed legacy and relive the golden age of Bond in breathtaking clarity and cinematic sound. Out July 2

prison to help hard-nosed detective Jack Cates (Nick Nolte) track down a dangerous killer on the streets of San Francisco. A box-office smash in 1982, it catapulted Murphy to Hollywood stardom and laid the foundation for a wave of action-comedy classics. Beautifully remastered, this edition features native 4K visuals and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 and HDR10 enhancements. Out July 9

July is shaping up to be an absolute feast for 4K Ultra HD collectors, with an incredible lineup of remastered classics dropping throughout the month! Alongside the major titles featured elsewhere in this issue of STACK , there’s a treasure trove of cinematic gems arriving. So clear some shelf space and get ready to upgrade your collection. Leading the charge is the JB Exclusive Lethal Weapon steelbook, releasing July 2. This edition features a native 4K transfer, HDR10, and Dolby Atmos for the ultimate action experience. Also dropping on July 2 is Warrior , a gripping sports drama presented in upscaled 4K with Dolby Atmos and HDR10. James Cameron’s seminal The Terminator , also arrives July 2 with a native 4K scan, Dolby Atmos sound, and HDR10. July 9 offers a range of treats, including the dark, atmospheric Sweeney Todd (native 4K, Dolby Atmos, HDR10), the critically acclaimed and heartwarming Terms of Endearment (native 4K, Dolby Vision, HDR10), and the iconic film noir The Third Man (native 4K, Dolby Atmos, HDR10). Rounding out the month on July 30 is Alfred Hitchcock’s tension-filled Rope (native 4K, HDR10), alongside the ultra-violent action thriller Smokin’ Aces (upscaled 4K, English DTS:X, HDR10).

TRADING PLACES Following the breakout success of 48 Hrs ., John Landis’s Trading Places (1983) further cemented Eddie Murphy’s status as a comedy superstar. This sharp, satirical film brilliantly tackles issues of class, race, and capitalism with a witty

CLUELESS Before Mean Girls , there was Clueless , the 1995 cult classic that redefined the teen comedy and brought Jane Austen’s Emma into the world of Beverly Hills high school life. Alicia Silverstone shines as the stylish and well-meaning Cher Horowitz,

script and unforgettable performances. Murphy stars alongside Dan Aykroyd in a story about a street-smart hustler and a wealthy broker whose lives are swapped in a high-stakes social experiment. Now beautifully remastered in native 4K with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Dolby TrueHD 5.1, this edition offers a vibrant movie going experience. Out July 9

with a charming young Paul Rudd in one of his earliest roles. Packed with iconic fashion, quotable dialogue, and razor-sharp wit, the film became an instant pop culture phenomenon and remains just as influential today. This stunning remaster features native 4K with Dolby Vision and HDR10, plus DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 for a totally immersive experience. Out July 9

ZODIAC Se7en and Fight Club were tough acts to follow, and after the lukewarm reception to Panic Room , David Fincher came back strong with Zodiac – his best film yet. This gripping, meticulously crafted thriller explores the obsession and frustration

EARTHQUAKE Cinema in the mid to late ’70s was full of disaster films, and one of the biggest was Earthquake - an epic, groundbreaking spectacle that made full use of Sensurround sound to deliver a visceral, rumbling experience, thrusting

surrounding the real-life Zodiac Killer case. Praised for its detailed storytelling, atmospheric tension, and standout performances from Jake Gyllenhaal, Robert Downey Jr., and Mark Ruffalo, Zodiac has become a modern crime classic. This 4K edition offers a native 2160p transfer with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Dolby Atmos audio. Out July 9

audiences into the chaos of a catastrophic quake in Los Angeles. Like many of its genre peers, it boasts a star studded cast, including Charlton Heston, Ava Gardner, George Kennedy, Walter Matthau, and Victoria Principal. This stunning native 4K remaster features HDR10, Dolby Atmos, and DTS 2.1 Sensurround audio to put you right in the thick of the action. Out July 30

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