‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ Blu-Ray Review – A Deeply Satisfying Upheaval Of The Slasher Genre

When a group of 20-somethings get stuck at a remote family mansion during a hurricane, a party game ends with a dead body on the ground and fingers pointed everywhere. As they try to find the killer among them, fake friends and real enemies have to learn who to trust — and how to survive — in this fresh and funny Gen-Z meltdown starring Pete Davidson, Amandla Stenberg, and Maria Bakalova.

For in-depth thoughts on Bodies Bodies Bodies, please see my colleague Larry Fried’s review from its original theatrical release here. 

Video Quality

Bodies Bodies Bodies arrives on Blu-Ray with a detailed 1080p presentation in its original 2.39:1 aspect ratio that looks superb in high definition. Color saturation is top notch with the natural color palette showcasing the vast nuances of the hues. Even in more shadow-drenched sequences, there are vibrant pops of color that are able to shine through. You also retain a great amount of detail in these darker moments thanks to the deep black levels which do not fall victim to any noticeable digital noise or errors of the sort. Skin tones are natural to the lighting conditions, although a lot of exposed skin begins to be covered in minor cuts or grime as the story moves along. The clarity throughout is a wonder with subtle textures in the setting and costumes coming through perfectly. Lionsgate Home Entertainment has delivered a knockout high definition presentation here. There is also a 4K UHD Blu-Ray available exclusively at Best Buy that was not made available for review. 

Audio Quality

The Dolby Atmos track is extremely immersive and does not falter when it comes to showcasing this story. This film stays pretty firmly in the satiric comedy lane which yields a more restrained response overall, but that does not mean the track does not deliver when it comes to power and nuance. Kinetic moments such as the torrential downpour are replicated in a downright unsettling manner. This is thanks in no small part to the overhead channels that really make you feel as if you are in the thick of it. There are many moments during these weather effects and other distinct moments when the track really digs deep. 

The movie uses environmental sounds to pleasing effect, and the track retains strong detail even in the more chaotic developments. The soundscape on display here is nuanced with the sounds emanating accurately from numerous directions. Dialogue comes through crisp and clearly with none of the information lost to the music or the sound effects. This track is even more dynamic than you hope for it to be, allowing it to be a choice experience. There are English SDH and Spanish subtitles provided. 

Special Features

• Audio Commentary: Director Halina Reijn provides a fun and informative commentary track packed with details about the origins of the project, the themes she wanted to explore, the ensemble cast, the shooting locations, the moments they omitted from the film and more. This is a great listen if you enjoyed the film. 

• Who Wants To Play? – The Making Of Bodies Bodies Bodies: A pretty solid 14-minute featurette is provided here in which the cast and creative team take you through the creation of this feature including the story, the performances in the film, injecting social themes into a horror narrative, the different facets of the characters and more. There are some really funny moments within the interviews worth seeking out. 
• Deleted Scenes: Two unused scenes totaling two-and-a-half minutes are provided here featuring Bee sharing a moment with Greg and the group singing along to a song. 
• Trailers: There are trailers provided for X, Everything Everywhere All At Once and Men. 

Final Thoughts

Bodies Bodies Bodies walks the delicate tightrope between razor-sharp social commentary and thrilling horror in a manner that too few films can manage. While some of the points can be a bit on-the-nose, we are dealing with an extremely clever, layered script which backs up its genre ambitions with the substance it brings to the primary narrative. The entire ensemble adds such a distinct personality to this film, but if forced to pick Rachel Sennott would be the MVP. The breezy runtime aids in the effectiveness of its message, as you never feel as if it has bitten off more than it can chew. Perhaps most importantly, the film is a blast, and it is one that will continue to flourish upon further rewatches. Lionsgate Home Entertainment has released a Blu-Ray with a 5-star A/V presentation and a few decent supplemental features. If you are interested in the premise or the talent involved, this one proves to be an easy recommendation. Recommended 

Bodies Bodies Bodies is currently available to purchase on Blu-Ray, DVD and Digital. The film is also available on 4K UHD Blu-Ray exclusively at Best Buy. 

Note: Images presented in this review are not reflective of the image quality of the Blu-Ray.

Disclaimer: Lionsgate Home Entertainment has supplied a copy of this disc free of charge for review purposes. All opinions in this review are the honest reactions of the author.