Here’s a concise report on the extras included in the 2021 1080p Blu-ray release of The Long Goodbye (1973).
2. Original Theatrical Trailer(s)
A Faithful Adaptation
- Video: 1080p, 2.35:1
- Audio: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0
- Runtime: 116 minutes
- Rating: R for mature themes, violence, and some language
- Content: Thomson provides a literary and cinematic context for the film. He draws parallels between Raymond Chandler’s original novel and Leigh Brackett’s screenplay, highlighting how the script subverts the source material.
- Tone: Scholarly but accessible. Thomson discusses Elliott Gould’s specific acting style—his mumbled delivery and shrugs—and how it redefined Philip Marlowe for the 1970s counter-culture. He also touches upon the famous "Mona Lisa" opening sequence and the controversial ending.
Archival Promotional Materials: Includes the original 1973 American Cinematographer article with animation, radio spots, TV spots, and two theatrical trailers. Technical Specifications
Audio: English 2.0 Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with optional English SDH subtitles.