The Blu-ray presentation is frequently praised for its technical execution, especially in capturing the "feel and nuance of late Victorian London".
“Holmes and Watson have a fantastic dynamic thanks to the casting and I'm a fan of the somewhat unconventional score.” Reddit · r/movies · 5 years ago
“The Blu Ray picture looks relatively gorgeous, with vivid colors and every bit of detail that was missing from the theatrical print I viewed.” Blogger.com · 16 years ago Sherlock.Holmes.2009.1080p.BluRay.H264.AAC-RARB...
: The 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio is a standout feature. Critics from DoBlu.com describe it as "enveloping," with Hans Zimmer’s energetic score providing a "powerful low end".
: Despite Robert Downey Jr.’s tendency for "low-volume whispering" and rapid-fire delivery, the audio prioritization ensures dialogue remains clear across the front soundstage. The Blu-ray presentation is frequently praised for its
: The surround channels are constantly alive with the sounds of horses, chatter, and clanging silverware, creating a lived-in version of 1890s London. The "New" Dynamic Duo
The 1080p release includes several "watchable special features": "SHERLOCK HOLMES" (2009) Review - lmoore66 : Despite Robert Downey Jr
The core of the film's success lies in the "fantastic dynamic" between Downey Jr. and Jude Law. Unlike previous adaptations that portrayed Watson as a bumbling sidekick, Law’s Watson is a "much sharper character" and a stalwart comrade who frequently laps the film’s villains in screen presence.