The live-action films are often praised for how they condensed the sprawling plot of the manga into two tight thrillers.

Tatsuya Fujiwara (Light) and Kenichi Matsuyama (L) deliver what many consider to be the definitive live-action versions of these characters. Community Perspective

The 1080p BluRay source ensures that the dark, atmospheric cinematography of Shusuke Kaneko is preserved, making the Shinigami (Ryuk and Rem) look significantly better than they did on older DVD rips.

Unlike the anime or manga, The Last Name provides a self-contained, definitive conclusion to the Light vs. L rivalry that is often cited as one of the best "alternate" endings in the franchise.

"Kenichi Matsuyama as L is one of the best casting choices in anime adaptation history. He nailed every mannerism."