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Two of Robin Williams’ most beloved films are finally heading to 4K UHD this September. Dead Poets Society and Mrs. Doubtfire are both heading to 4K Digital and 4K UHD Disc on September 29th. Three decades after their releases, people will finally be able to experience both of these films in their best possible quality at home. Both films show off the legendary range that Robin Williams was known for in his acting career.
Dead Poets Society Details
For generations, Welton Academy students have been groomed to live lives of conformity and tradition–until new professor John Keating (Robin Williams) inspires them to think for themselves, live life to the fullest and “Carpe Diem.” This unconventional approach awakens the spirits of the students, but draws the wrath of a disapproving faculty when an unexpected tragedy strikes the school. With unforgettable characters and beautiful cinematography, Dead Poets Society will captivate and inspire you time and time again.
In 1989’s Dead Poets Society, directed by Peter Weir, Williams assumed the role of James Keating, an unconventional English professor who uses poetry to inspire his students to “Carpe Diem!” The iconic performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Upon its release, critics and audiences revered the movie as compelling and inspirational.
Mrs. Doubtfire Details
Comedy legend Robin Williams is irresistible as Mrs. Doubtfire, the delightfully doting British housekeeper who’s actually a well-meaning divorced father in disguise trying to spend more quality time with his children without his ex-wife (Sally Field) catching on.
Williams transformed into the unforgettable Mrs. Euphegenia Doubtfire in Mrs. Doubtfire, earning the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. The film, directed by Chris Columbus, became an instant classic, blending comedy with emotional depth, and delivered a timeless story that continues to entertain and resonate with the whole family.
This is fantastic news for physical media fans because these two movies have been locked away on Blu-ray for quiite a while now. They’ll finally be able to enjoy these movies in 4K with the best possible quality in audio and video. Remember, even if something is streaming in 4K, it’ll never beat an actual 4K disc in regards to picture quality. There’s no buffering, no artifacting, and no bandwith problems when it comes to popping a disc into your 4K player.
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