Dracula: Dead and Loving It Blu-ray Screenshots (Patreon)

Video

At times from the scratch and dent section of the vault, other times not, this is a decent Blu-ray debut for Dead and Loving It. Grain is preserved well enough, although slight smearing suggests some level of processing/filtering. That's not enough to knock out the sharpness or detail in a moderate presentation. Resolution is only fair overall, dipping when the camera pulls back, if stable when in close to handle facial definition.

More impressive, the color saturation produces substantial primary brightness. Reds in Dracula's scarf pop when against the black cloak. A pleasing warmth to the palette brings out flesh tones that stay consistent throughout.

Generous brightness doesn't evoke the iconic Gothic style Dead and Loving It aims to parody, but benefits the film in this HD era. Lofty contrast pings off Nielsen's hair, at times even clipping. Where needed, black levels perform just as well though. Shadows avoid crush, resolving shadow detail easily.

Audio

A typical DTS-HD stereo track doesn't do much to impress, remaining centered and rarely exhibiting any directionality across the fronts. At least Dead and Loving It doesn't limit audible clarity. Precisely replicated dialog stays in balance. Bass factors in from the score, a small rumble that shows minimal range in a routine mix.