Griselda (2024): Armando Salas’s Stunning 1.66:1 Period Masterpiece

"A phantasmagorical melodrama that nails the 1970s period vibe."

Netflix’s Griselda (2024) is a wildly original dramatization of the rise of Griselda Blanco, the "Godmother" of the drug trade. While Sofia Vergara delivers a career-defining performance, the series' true secret weapon is its "hyper-curated" visual identity, crafted by cinematographer Armando Salas, ASC.

1.66:1 Aspect Ratio and 70s Retro Aesthetic

In a bold move, Salas chose the 1.66:1 aspect ratio—a format rarely used today—to isolate the characters and allow for powerful, intimate close-ups. Shot on the Red V-Raptor 8K VV and Panavision Millennium DXL2, the series uses color and grain to meticulously recreate the look of the 1970s. The cinematography is heavy on spectacle, capturing every frame with a "reckless flair" that is both stylish and immersive.

Preserving the Period Texture on Blu-ray

The "gritty period texture" of Griselda relies on fine grain and complex color palettes that are often washed out by streaming compression. The high-bitrate presentation of our 2-Disc All-Region Blu-ray ensures that the 8K capture and vintage Panavision glass characteristics are preserved with absolute fidelity. For collectors, the physical media edition is the only way to experience the "outstanding cinematography" and the subtle nuances of Salas's lighting without digital smearing.