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Edward Fox is perfectly cast as the Jackal in Fred Zinnemann’s Day of the Jackal. The movie is a masterclass on how to build tension right up to the assassination attempt. Fox changes his appearance throughout the film and is excellent as the cold blooded killer who will do away with anyone who may thwart his plans. The Blu-ray transfer is quite good and is a massive improvement on the DVD version I’ve had for many years. Very good value from Zavvi: I bought this in a two title deal. I don’t like the new artwork. As a graphic designer I believe that the artist used the wrong font and assumed that this was a horror movie however the original artwork available on the reverse.

Fred Zinnemann’s version is the yardstick by which other versions must be measured. The remake, though okay, stands in the shadow of this marvellous film. Shot in 1973, two years after Frederick Forsythe’s novel was best seller, so when the director of High Noon, decided to make a film of the book, the result was gripping from beginning to the end. Edward Fox, As the assassin, played the part to perfection. Shot in a documentary style, the film was rightly praised by critics and viewers alike. The image quality is certainly good, extras, informative. In short, a film that requires to be added to your Blu-ray collection. To be viewed as and when you like. Throughly recommended.

Fantastic HD transfer of an amazing film. Really enjoyed the interview with Neil Sinyard - very insightful into the director's motivation and presenting us the historical context of the film. I wish there was more from Zinnemann himself over his approach to the storytelling but overall very happy to have this blu-ray edition in my personal library.