I was wrong. It really is a delightful pleasure. I've seen some truly sad prints of the film on television and video. The DVD is like watching a brand new film. Even though there is a little wear and tear, and some minor flecking, the overall images are superior in every way.
Colors are truly stunning, with bright cheery reds and flattering flesh tones.
Depth of field is perfect, with excellent attention to detail. There is one moment where the pattern on Cary Grant's coat started to lose it, but the digital transfer held up. Blacks are strong and impenetrable, while whites and grays are clean due to the new negative. No real compression artifacts or noise. Excellent Dolby Digital Mono Monaural soundtrack is very engaging.