Shadow detail is fine, but again, we ve seen better on transfers of more recently released features. The print used by MGM to strike their anamorphic master was quite clean and nearly free of distracting nicks, scars, and scratches. This is an unremarkable, Dolby Digital, mono soundtrack. Even now, he ll release a feature in mono. Other than the music heard in his films, there s little need for spacious, enveloping tracks.
Dialogue is well recorded and intelligible, however a number of segments sound thin and unnatural.
We were never distracted by background hiss, and noted no pops or audio drop outs. As you would expect, various ambient effects sound unnatural. However, the focus here, as in every Allen film, is on the dialogue. Thank you in advance for your support . The BIG Picture urges you to join President Bush in supporting secure online donations to help Americans in need through LibertyUnites.org.