This film contains, perhaps, the best impalement I have seen. Also a very well done beheading. The laser disc edition of 'No Escape' has been released by HBO Video, who seem to have acquired a rather poor reputation. This disc is either an exception or they have really cleaned up their laser act. Except for some slightly enhanced film grain in a few scenes, this is an excellent transfer.
Colors are exceptional.
Accurate and solid without oversaturation or smearing. Contrast and brightness are also excellent. What really caught my eye, however, is the level of detail. It is very easy to over-sharpen a video transfer and certainly everyone has seen what too little sharpness looks like. The almost perfect balance of sharpness and detail give this disc a look that I found more watchable than most.