Ann and her husband retired 10 years ago to be near their family. But one day they are snatched from their home by a corrupt legal guardian who believes they have hidden wealth. Their home and assets are stripped from them and they are put in a prison-like “eldercare facility.” Trapped in a corrupt system, Ann begins to show her true mettle as she and her loyal granddaughter fight to get revenge.

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Video Quality

The G makes its Blu-Ray debut with a pleasant 1080p video presentation that showcases the striking cinematography well. The image has a somewhat unsparing quality with a cooler color palette saturating the screen, which not only suits the winter setting but also the tone. The film deploys some complex colors in the production design and the dying expanses of nature, which deliver a haunting image. Black levels exhibit a hint of banding in some of the shadowy moments, but they largely maintain their depth. The flesh tones are natural with impeccable detail present in close-ups, especially in the age lines of these hardened characters. The presentation displays a noble amount of depth even within the claustrophobic apartments. Each environment provides clear, vital textural details. This Blu-Ray is a real winner from the label.

Audio Quality

Dark Sky gives this Blu-Ray a DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio track that skillfully executes all of the sonic demands of the story. The nimble and thoughtful sound design engages with a careful tuning of the surround speakers. Environmental sounds of nature flow through the surround speakers effectively. When the characters are out in the open air, distinct ambient details flesh out the setting. Dialogue always renders crisp and clear without being burdened by any competing sounds. The score is commendably balanced while maintaining its fidelity. Kinetic moments are not the star of the experience, but the titular character knows how to handle herself, lending some nice texture to the proceedings. The audio track provides a well-rounded experience full of personality that brings this narrative to life exactly as needed. Optional English SDH subtitles are provided.

Special Features

Audio Commentary: Writer/producer/director Karl R. Hearne provides a commentary track in which he discusses the production of the movie, the collaborative nature of the set, working with the performers, the shooting locations, overlooked background details, and more.

Original Trailer (1:39)

Final Thoughts

The G is an infuriating look at the craven tactics that can be used against the elderly to take advantage of their perceived vulnerability. This topic could be an overly depressing viewing experience, but the film wraps these important themes in familiar revenge genre trappings that make it pulpy, satisfying fun. Although, this endeavor would not work if you didn’t have the incredible Dale Dickey at the core of the film, grounding the more implausible moments in something believable. It is a rock-solid crime drama that will make you want to call your grandparents. Dark Sky has released a Blu-Ray featuring a great A/V presentation and a couple of cool special features. Recommended

The G is currently available to purchase on Standard Edition Blu-Ray or with a Limited Edition Slipcover exclusively through Vinegar Syndrome.

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

Disclaimer: Dark Sky and OCN Distribution have supplied a copy of this disc free of charge for review purposes. All opinions in this review are the honest reactions of the author.