The cast is not stellar in their performances, but for this material they turn in adequate portrayals. Video Space-Thing is presented in a full frame transfer, which retains the original aspect ratio of the film. This is a low budget film that's over thirty years old and as such, the image isn't as polished and sharp as a modern feature film. But this is still a tremendous visual effort and I think fans of the movie will be very pleased with the results. The colors are very vibrant, but they never bleed and flesh tones appear consistent and natural.
Contrast is solid also, with complex shadow layering and a very high level of detail at all times.
The source print shows some grain and debris at times, but not to an extreme degree and as such, I won't complain that much. This track won't stand up against a modern surround sound option, but given the format and the material I don't think anyone will complain. I was pleased with the overall clarity present on this track and was even more pleased by the absence of the annoying trademark mono hiss. The dialogue is crisp and shows no problems and the track as a whole displays very minimal distortion, which is good for a track of this nature that is this old. This is a special edition and as such, you'll find some terrific bonus materials on this disc.