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Regression (2015/Anchor Bay Blu-ray)



Picture: B+ Sound: B+ Extras: C Film: C



Regression (2015) is a great looking film cinematically as directed by Alejando Amenabar, who also directed the Nicole Kidman supernatural thriller The Others some years ago. Here, we have Ethan Hawke, David Thewlis, Aaron Ashmore, and Emma Watson (in a role I'm surprised she took.) The film is heavy on drama and channeling the 'regression' of a despicable act and while boasting this interesting cast and strong cinematic look, ultimately feels like a rehash of several other films on a similar subject.


The film takes place in Minnesota, 1990, where we meet hardened Detective Bruce Kenner (Ethan Hawke) is investigating the case of a tormented young woman named Angela (Emma Watson), who accuses her father, John Gray (David Dencik), of an life affecting crime. Out of nowhere, her Father admits guilt and its up to renowned psychologist Dr. Raines (David Thewlis) to help him relive his memories to solve the grisly crime.


The film looks great on disc in a sharp 1080p high definition transfer with a widescreen aspect ratio of 2.39:1 and a powerful, lossless English-DTS HD MA (Master Audio) 5.1 track that does not disappoint those listening for impact, sounding clean and clear throughout the presentation. There is also a Digital Copy of the film for your smart phone or tablet.


Extras include

Ethan Hawke - Bruce's Obsession

Emma Watson - The Complexity of Angela

The Cast of Regression

The Vision of Regression



Similar to other films of its kind like Identity, Regression isn't a terrible film but one that feels like we've seen it before. Worthy of checking out for its great performances by Hawke and Watson alone, though.



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