Film grain is apparent in places, but it never really calls attention to itself. Dual layer technology, as well as the higher bit rate it provides keeps digital compression artifacts at bay. The Dolby Digital 5.1 channel soundtrack has a simple, but effective mix that makes good use of the discrete format. There is good channel separation in both the front and the rear. Sound effects are well placed, which creates a genuinely foreboding atmosphere.
Dialogue is very clean and always remains intelligible.
Bass reproduction is strong, which adds some punch to the mix. The interactive menus are a pretty basic affair, except for the full motion previews on the scene selection feature. Extras include Unmasking the Horror , a fifteen minute featurette that features interviews with director Steve Miner, plus cast members Jamie Lee Curtis, Josh Hartnett, LL Cool J, Michelle Williams and Adam Arkin, as well as John Carpenter, Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson. For , plus an interactive trivia game. H20 is released on DVD as a proper collector s edition.