Fiona Shaw brings great spirit to the role of Burton's bride. The little imperfections, like teeth that look natural, or hips slightly broad. The film cinematography by Roger Deakins could have been served better. Mountains of the Moon appears to mastered from composite elements for DVD as there is cross color in some clothing patterns. At least there's no obvious edge enhancement.
Color is respectable.
The differences between the English and African color schemes works well. Africa has a film of gauze that blanches out everything to a slight degree except during the nights of course, and England is very proper, deeply contrasted. The Dolby Digital 2-channel sound includes some powerful effects in the surrounds. Dialogue is consistently easy to understand and the music of Michael Small has plenty of air and sweep.