Blu-ray

Groundhog Day: Special Edition

Anton van Beek  |  Feb 9, 2013

A new restoration means that you won't mind experiencing this film again and again

The hit 1993 Bill Murray comedy gets its chance to shine in the hi-def spotlight with this new 'Special Edition' Blu-ray release. The film certainly looks like a product of its time, with the AVC 1.85:1 1080p encode exhibiting plenty of heavy grain – although Sony's restoration team ensure that this doesn't detract from the clarity of the image or accuracy of colour rendering. The Dolby TrueHD 5.1 mix is mainly focused on the front of the soundstage. Extras from earlier DVDs are joined on this Blu-ray by a new pop-up video trivia track hosted by Punxsutawney's own 'Needle Nose Ned'.

Sony Pictures, All-region BD, £16 Approx, On sale now
HCC VERDICT: 3/5

X