Film Movement Classics

The Dam Busters

Regular Price
$37.99
Sale Price
$37.99
Regular Price
$59.98
Sold Out
Unit Price
per 

Edition Type: Limited Edition Slipcase

FMC_018b CASE
{ "43839509266474":1 }
- +
Only 807 left in stock

Limit of 1 per customer

My checklist
Have it Need it

You have reached the limit of this product.

Need a protector for the Limited Edition? Add this:
1-Disc Side Loading Slipcase (w/o booklet) Protector
Regular Price
$3.00
Sale Price
$3.00
Regular Price
Unit Price
per 
App, frontpage merch, protector

This Partner Label release is distributed through Vinegar Syndrome's sister company OCN Distribution. Vinegar Syndrome had no part in, nor are responsible for, the restoration, extras, quality control or any content(s) of this release. We hope you enjoy our growing roster of Partner Labels and the expertise and curation brought to each release by their dedicated staff!

Details

This special limited edition 3-disc 4K UHD/Blu-ray set comes with a spot gloss hard slipcase + slipcover combo (designed by Robert Sammelin) and is limited to 2,000 units. It is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.

Founded in 2002 as one of the first-ever subscription film services with its DVD-of-the-Month Film Club, Film Movement is now a North American distributor of award-winning independent and foreign films based in New York City. In 2015, Film Movement launched the reissue label Film Movement Classics featuring new restorations released theatrically as well as on home video, with an emphasis on films by auteur directors such as Eric Rohmer, Peter Greenaway and Takeshi Kitano.

An epic war story of World War II. Scientist Dr. Barnes Wallis believes World War II can be shortened by destroying the Ruhr dams, thus paralyzing the enemy's industrial nerve center. In spite of the difficulties caused by the critical situation at the time, he works steadily to perfect a special bomb of his own invention for the purpose. Air Ace Wing Commander Guy Gibson is chosen to form, train and lead the hand-picked squadron. Flying at tree-top level they cross the Rhine and attack the first dam - Moehne. The bombers seem unable to maintain the accuracy essential for success - then suddenly the masonry begins to crumble.  The final attack scene inspired the attack on the Death Star in the first Star Wars film.

directed by: Michael Anderson
starring: Michael Redgrave, Ursula Jeans, Charles Carson, Patrick Barr, Basil Sydney

1955 / 124 min / 1.37:1, 1.77:1 / English DTS-HD MA 1.0

Additional info:

  • 3-Disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / 2 x Region A Blu-ray
  • The Making of The Dam Busters
  • Commentary Track with film historians Howard S. Berger and Steve Mitchell
  • Widescreen edition of the film
  • Sir Barnes Wallis Documentary
  • 617 Squadron Remembers
  • Footage of the Bomb Tests
  • The Dam Busters Royal Premiere
  • Restoration comparison
  • The Dam Busters Trailer
  • English SDH subtitles

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 70 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Dam Busters is a highly acclaimed 4K UHD/Blu-ray set, praised for its stunning restoration and gorgeous packaging. This limited edition release is a must-have for film enthusiasts, offering a perfect blend of historical significance and cinematic excellence.

Summary topics

  • Packaging: 24%
  • Release Quality: 39%
  • Film Quality: 43%

Review topics: ["weight","quality","looks","picture","packaging","box","sound","issues","work","service","buy","film","movie","release","transfer","restoration","extras","features","presentation","artwork","flick","effects","treatment","surprise","title","slipcase","watch","sleeve","vinegar syndrome","sequences"].

Review highlights

  • "A fantastic world war 2 film, great photography and great edition"Pablo R.
  • "Combined with beautiful, VS-type sturdy cardboard slip box packaging, this is truly stunning work."Nicolas K.
  • "The Dam Busters in 4K is an absolutely stunning release and clearly Film Movement’s best."Nicolas K.

Reviews

Flawless transfer of a very important historical film

"This film looks incredible. Not just for its age, but just incredible. It’s very much a film for war-film fans, no surprise there, and it’s documentary feel won’t be for everyone. I liked it - its depiction of these important mission and servicemen is timeless and enduring in its respectful depiction of what went on and, well, down. The extras are very, very well done."

Donald M. (5/5)

Slightly dated, but masterfully done just the same

"Let’s get this out of the way first - yes, there are aspects of The Dam Busters that haven’t aged well. The somewhat logy first half, for one, and the stuffy, removed approach to heroism. (VEDDY British. ) And of course, there’s the dog’s name… Yet the film’s story is so compelling - and the final trench run so exciting - that the film still works as a cracking war procedural. And the Film Movement special features are thoughtfully produced and all interesting."

Joshua K. (5/5)

Wow the picture quality of

"Wow the picture quality of the 4K disc looks fantastic! What a transfer indeed looks pristine. I'm happy to finally see this flick as I've heard it's reminiscent of the Death Star scene in Star Wars. Actually quite similar. Great movie and there are so many great extras too. It's crazy that Michael Anderson is the same guy who directed the schlock classic Orca."

Bryan K. (5/5)

Film Movement's worldwide 4K debut

"Film Movement's worldwide 4K debut of this 1955 British war classic is a genuine event for anyone who's been waiting for it to get the treatment it deserves. StudioCanal's meticulous restoration looks extraordinary, the grain structure untouched, and the aerial sequences have never had this kind of clarity. A three-disc set distributed through VS and loaded with historical extras to match the material."

Tristin B. (5/5)

Dam Busters

"Great 1st time watch. Highly recommend. Star Wars scene taken from this movie."

Aaron P. (5/5)

Excellent

"Beautiful example this one A plethora of extras gorgeous slipcase/cover and decent transition to 4k A very welcome addition"

Peter F. (5/5)

The Dam Busters

"Classic movie. Awesome to see this get an absolutely amazing release. Picture transfer is awesome."

Jordan B. (5/5)

Super up conversion

"Really great picture quality And I enjoyed the extras"

brian m. (5/5)

Fantastic release of a classic

"Fantastic release of a classic film, well done Film Movement!"

Matthew R. (5/5)

Review

"Very good classic. Highly recommended"

Mike M. (5/5)

Q&A

More Items to Consider