One Hour Photo [Blu-ray]

One Hour Photo is a film that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who watches it. Starring Robin Williams in a chilling performance, the film tells the story of a lonely photo lab technician who becomes obsessed with a family whose photos he develops. And now, with the release of the Blu-ray edition, fans can experience the film in stunning high definition.One of the things that makes One Hour Photo so compelling is its exploration of themes such as loneliness, obsession, and the illusion of perfection. The film provides a thought-provoking commentary on our society's obsession with image and the impact it can have on individuals.Robin Williams delivers a performance that is both chilling and sympathetic. His portrayal of Sy Parrish, the photo lab technician, is nuanced and complex, making it difficult for viewers to fully understand his motivations. This complexity is what makes the film so engaging, as viewers are left wondering what Sy will do next.The Blu-ray edition of One Hour Photo is a must-have for any fan of the film. The high definition transfer provides stunning visuals that bring the film to life in a way that was not possible with previous home video releases. The bonus features included on the disc, such as deleted scenes and commentary tracks, provide a fascinating look behind the scenes of the film's production.Overall, One Hour Photo is a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll. It is a chilling and thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche, with a standout performance from Robin Williams. And with the release of the Blu-ray edition, fans can experience the film in the best possible quality. So if you're looking for a film that will leave a lasting impression, One Hour Photo is definitely worth a watch.

Super awesome fantastic movie. Robin Williams plays a great psycho in this film. It struck a cord with me because I use to work in a store with a One Hour Photo and the lead tech actually was arrested for doing this.That's what makes this movie so great for me. He (the guy I worked with) was super nice. Fun to talk to and I NEVER expected him to be this way. Robin Williams played the role identically. Well known, well loved character in the community who secretly was a mentally sick person and nobody knew until it was almost to late.A must see if your a thriller movie lover!!

I enjoyed this movie.

Great flick!

Robin Williams is a great actor. This movie proves he can and did everything.

It's rare to see a family in a photograph that is full of sorrow and despair. Most of the time, it's a requirement to have smiling faces in a family picture. Nobody wants to see any sort of sad expression on a face, because that's not what people would want to remember when it's revisited. It's the exact opposite of the news: we want FOND memories of life. And sometimes when we look at a smiling family in a Kodak picture, we wish we had that sort of happiness in the past (and in the present). It may seem odd to some people, but never to the main character of "One Hour Photo": Sy Parrish.In the film, Sy (played by Robin Williams) is one of those people that we never really notice everyday. He works at a clinic in a department store, and he seems to be nothing but air. Very few people care about him (mainly his customers). He's neither a celebrity nor a messiah. People would pass him by and would always be oblivious of his presence, and it's only because they've got other things in mind. As a matter of fact, he would actually blend in the white and gray walls due to the dull colors of his clothing. Sy doesn't look like he acknowledges his mediocre existence, but it's clear that he cares about his work. He is fully dedicated to creating photos, but it's unfortunate that his line of work offers him nothing in return. He is not married, and he has very little friends (probably none). Whenever he heads home from work, all he does is feed his pet hamster and watch television. His life is devastatingly empty, and he just wants the world to see that he existed. Something does give him happiness, though. There is a customer named Nina Yorkin (played by Connie Nielsen) who brings in family photos, and Sy happily process them. She is his favorite customer, and therefore, her photos are the ones that he admires the most. In fact, he loves them so much that they have actually become a part of his life. The smiles and the various colorful images on these photos make him happy, because this looks like the one thing that was missing his entire life: a perfect family. He has the desire to become a part of the "supposed" picture-perfect family that's embedded on hand-sized pieces of paper, and he'll do anything to make sure that it this happiness stays within, even if it results in severe consequences.Director Mark Romanek has done a splendid job with "One Hour Photo." He and Jeff Cronenweth, the cinematographer, have made the correct look of the film: the contrasts of light and color between Sy's apartment, the department store, and the Yorkins' home are very well-done. Romanek has also formed the appropriate pacing for this movie: nothing is ever too slow or too rushed. Credit should also go to Reinhold Heil & Johnny Klimek for the chilling yet beautiful music score. Actually, credit should go to everyone who was involved with this film.Robin Williams is mostly known for his comedic work. I don't admire a majority of the films that he appeared in, but I admire him for his abstract comic timings and improvisations. His dramatic work, however, has surprised millions of people because this is the exact opposite of what he has been associated with. I'm not particularly shocked by this change of pace, but I was deeply fascinated by not only his character, but also his performance in the film. Robin has that quiet, awkward personality down perfectly for his character, and his complete absorption of Sy Parrish's mannerisms and dialogue is really a mesmerizing sight to see. The supporting cast does a very good job as well. Nielsen, Michael Vartan, and Dylan Smith were very appropriate as the Yorkins, while Gary Cole plays Bill Owens, the store manager, with very few flaws."One Hour Photo" is not a feel-good film, nor is it trying to be one. It succeeds at being a psychological thriller/drama that delves into solemn real-world issues. It's depressing, but it's also powerful. It's not exactly perfect, but it's still an effective film, and it remains on my list of all-time favorites.Grade: 9.5/10

The great tragedy of Robin Williams career is that he got so few chances to play truly serious parts.Along with his performance in insomnia this is his best acting part in his illustrious careerThe Blu-ray picture quality is outstandingWhat’s this movie about?For me it’s about loneliness the profound effects it has on peopleOne hour photo is uncomfortably stark.Everything comes together right at the end when the sensitive detective finally understands what’s happened and what has made Cy so broken, alone and ill.How can such a movie be beautifulThis is down to the direction and Robins amazing acting.One hour photo is seriously disturbing and above all its unforgettable.Few movies have this level of impact.

A truly sinister psychological thriller. This movie is a "thinking man's film" (my apologies if that sounds sexist; 'tis an old English phrase I heard often when I was growing as a young child - born November 1966). In my humble opinion, "One Hour Photo" just goes to prove how versatile an actor the late, great Robin Williams was. In "One Hour Photo", Williams does not provide comedy as he did in "Good Morning Vietnam". Nor does his role involve soft options as he successfully portrayed in "Dead Poets Society" and "Good Will Hunting". In this movie he is 'Sy the photo guy': a perfectionist obsessed with both his Art as a photo finisher and with a particular family, one of 'his' best customers. While his lonely life of solitude begins to crumble ..... well, buy the DVD and see for yourselves. Thriller fans will not be disappointed.

This film is remarkable because it is believeable. Robin Williams is a sensational actor because he becomes the character. I became immersed in this movie from the very early stages. The tension builds gradually without ever losing the viewers interest. It is possible to suggest that the movie uses stereotypes for its character portrayal but this is not the case. Robin Williams carefully and deliberately creates a sympathetic personality which draws the viewer in only to be made to feel very uncomfortable and then repulsed.The choice of costume and prop decoration creates a rather clinical atmosphere, ideal and to the point. The other characters also play their roles with a intuitive insight. The unsuspecting attitude of the main characters, that the one hour photo man has a dark side, relates to everyday life. Michael Vartan's role as the cheating husband, believing that his indiscretion will go unnoticed and will not pose a threat to his happy family life, is well portrayed.It is wrong to say that I enjoyed this movie because its message is serious but I am really pleased that I have seen it. If the success of a movie is that it is realistic, this one is up there.

This really shows another sound of Robin Williams acting skills. This film is a far cry from Hook & Mrs Doubtfire. Even Good Morning Vietnam wasn't as dark with such multiple layers in one character. From the beginning you see the ending, but that makes you want, all the more, to see how such a quiet, unassuming character, on the surface, could have come to be in such a predicament. A truly unnerving film with excellent actors, not least the great, & sadly departed, Robin Williams.

Probably the creepiest film I've seen: some strikingly creepy moments!Produces three wonderfully contrasting environments and really gets into the life and mind of Sy (Robin Williams).Subtext is the key! Purposeful lighting and thought through shots to build the atmosphere you can defiantly watch this film, or some individual scenes many times over and spend a while analyzing the cinematography.Some imagery popped in at a few moments, for the metaphor lovers among us.The film grows a great sympathy for the character Sy, which may slip into empathy in manors you may not expect.The film will finish and you may be left thinking for a while.Slightly like American Psycho, but at the same time, nothing like American Psycho.One for film analysts: those not interested in cinematography, subtle atmosphere development and subtext may become slightly bored or impatient at moments, but I'm sure will still find it rather creepy. Although do not expect a big Hollywood Saw esk horror.