Thanks for Sharing appears in an aspect ratio of approximately 1.85:1 on this Blu-ray Disc. Expect a positive presentation.
Overall sharpness seemed solid. A couple of wide shots looked a smidgen soft, but those were the exception to the rule, as the majority of the flick was accurate and detailed.
No issues with jagged edges or shimmering occurred, and I noticed no edge haloes. Source flaws were absent, as the movie looked consistently clean.
Thanks gave us a teal-oriented palette, with some amber as well. Within those parameters, the hues were positive.
Blacks seemed deep and dark, while shadows showed good smoothness and clarity. I felt happy with the transfer.
In regard to the DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack of Thanks, I couldn’t find much to stand out as memorable. I expected that, though, since I wouldn’t anticipate a wild experience from this sort of character drama.
The soundfield focused on the front spectrum, and music presented the most prominent element. The score showed good stereo imaging, and we got general ambience – mainly from street scenes - but that was about it.
When the surrounds played a part, I they added environmental reinforcement and nothing else. This was a low-key experience.
Audio quality was fine. Speech sounded distinctive and natural, without edginess or other issues.
Effects didn’t have much to do, but they were acceptable for what they offered. Music appeared full and rich. There wasn’t enough here to merit a grade above a “B-“, though, so don’t expect a memorable soundtrack.
As we shift to extras, we find an audio commentary from writer/director Stuart Blumberg and writer Matt Winston. Both sit together for this running, screen-specific look at story/characters, their working relationship, cast and performances, sets and locations, music, editing, and connected domains.
On the positive side, the track offers some decent notes, and long-time pals Blumberg and Winston offer an easy-going connection that makes the chat an enjoyable listen. However, the discussion too often devolves into basic narration, a factor that limits its usefulness.
One Step at a Time goes for 15 minutes, 19 seconds. It offers notes from Blumberg, Winston, producers Leslie Urdang, Miranda de Pencier, David Koplan, Dean Vanech and William Migliore, and actors Mark Ruffalo, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tim Robbins, Joely Richardson, Patrick Fugit, Alecia “P!nk” Moore and Josh Gad.
“Step” covers story/characters/themes, Blumberg’s approach to writing and directing, cast and performances. Expect a few insights alongside a bunch of happy talk.
Seven Deleted Scenes occupy a total of nine minutes, 49 seconds. Some extend existing sequences, while others offer minor character bits. Nothing memorable appears.
A Gag Reel lasts two minutes, 39 seconds and shows the usual goofs and giggles. It brings nothing special but it’s short enough to become inoffensive.
The disc opens with ads for Friends With Kids, I Love You Philip Morris, Much Ado About Nothing (2012) and Girl Most Likely. No trailer for Sharing appears here.
We get a fine cast with Thanks for Sharing but not much else about the film seems notable. The flick relies too much on cheap melodrama and rarely feels honest. The Blu-ray comes with solid visuals, appropriate audio and a mix of bonus materials. Thanks doesn’t tank but it nonetheless fails to explore its subject matter in a satisfying manner.