Alice in Wonderland is being released on digital and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in celebration of the film’s 75th anniversary. This release sees the film beautifully restored and remastered for the 4K release on May 5th. It looks better than ever after all of the tender loving care it has been given. There will also be a special one-night-only premiere at the TCM Film Festival on May 1, offering audiences an early look at the vibrant, meticulously remastered and restored presentation before it’s in-home release. Here is a preview of what is to come with the release of this remastered film:
The Restoration
For Alice in Wonderland’s 75th anniversary, great care was taken to meticulously restore and remaster the film in 4K Ultra HD by the Walt Disney Film Restoration team. Over the course of nine months, artists first completed a digital scan of the original nitrate Successive Exposure (SE) negatives. This was followed by extensive clean-up. This was to address dust, warping, and other age-related wear. The team referenced original artwork that was preserved by the Walt Disney Animation Research Library to ensure that the restoration remained true to the filmmakers’ original intent. This was done in close collaboration with Walt Disney Studios veteran Michael Giaimo to review every shot and refine color and luminance.
“The original animation artists’ work on Alice in Wonderland is stunning, and we’re proud to present it with renewed clarity and vibrancy,” said Kevin Schaeffer, Director of Restoration & Library Management. “This milestone restoration brings new depth and dimension to the film’s imaginative world, offering a vibrant presentation for longtime fans and a new generation of audiences alike.”
Bonus Features
There will also be a healthy collection of bonus features that will be included with the Blu-Ray and Digital release. This will look at rare behind-the-scenes footage along with archival material. Highlights include:
- Reference footage with commentary by Kathryn Beaumont, who voiced Alice
- Classic companion shorts, including:
- Thru the Mirror with Mickey Mouse
- Alice’s Wonderland from the original Alice Comedies
- Deleted Scenes
- Music Videos including
- Beware the Jabberwock
- If You’ll Believe in Me
A Very Merry Unbirthday Present
This release of Alice in Wonderland looks like it will be a very merry unbirthday gift for generations of audiences to come, and fans will want to make sure to have it in their film library! Below is a look at the before and after restoration images for this beautiful project (restored image is first, followed by original):
Here are some stills from this release of Alice in Wonderland:
Alice in Wonderland Official Description
Join Alice as she chases the White Rabbit into a topsy-turvy world that gets “curiouser and curiouser” as her fantastical adventures unfold. Meet the Mad Hatter, March Hare, Tweedledee & Tweedledum, the Cheshire Cat, the Queen of Hearts and more unforgettable characters, all set against a backdrop of awe-inspiring splendor. Some flashing lights sequences or patterns may affect photosensitive viewers.
What do you think about this restoration, remastering, and release of Alice in Wonderland? Will you be adding it to your Disney movie collection? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
