Blu-ray

2014 "Hayao Miyazaki Collection" Studio Ghibli Japan Blu-ray
Comparisons: https://slow.pics/c/6JWnlfit

US GKIDS Blu-ray has more bonuses than the US Disney Blu-ray

> Criterion

Criterion has more extras

FiM encode; BFI shows noticeable macroblocking

No dip around 10 kHz, wider dynamic range, more natural EQ; BFI & Carlotta BDs are identically worse; HMAX Streaming is similar to the BDs but has worse dynamics

StudioCanal and Universal Blu-ray have DNR. 4K master also exists, unreleased

Also free on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uH5x6ol3Pzc but censored

Japan 4K Blu-ray beats the other 4Ks and includes English subtitles

All 4K releases are upscales of the same master with a substantial amount of DNR.

Due to budgetary constraints, the original theatrical mix was mono. It was replaced with Dolby Surround for all subsequent releases and was never re-released.

LaserDisc is the best souning version of the original home video mix, as all later releases attentuate bass significantly and lower dynamic range. Comparison

The Japanese audio was remixed in 5.1 twice, first time in 2001 for the DVD release, and second time in 2009 for the BD release ("Hypersonic" remix). While the 2001 remix remains mostly faithful to the 1988 mix, the 2009 Hypersonic remix is highly revisionistic. However, its fidelity is outstanding, and despite many changes made, it's a worthwhile alternative experience for fans of the film. The 4K release includes the Hypersonic mix, but with a tonne of unnecessary noise reduction and unbalanced levels.

Comparison between mixes, list of changes between mixes

Otherwise available on HD Streaming

BFI Blu-ray for both original Czech and English dub audio in lossless format

Athanor The Films of Jan Svankmajer Blu-ray has exclusive extras