However, a general knowledge of the immortal Bard s works is certainly helpful in allowing one to appreciate many of the film s subtleties. Personally, I found the film to be a wondrous cinematic experience that I highly recommend. IN LOVE is a sly, comic piece of historical fiction from screenwriters Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard. It is through their passionate love affair and time together that Shakespeare is inspired to write the romantic tragedy of Romeo And Juliet . The film s ornate sets and exquisite costumes can be fully appreciated, thanks to this marvelous transfer.
Colors are rich and vivid, while the film s flesh tones maintain a very natural appearance.
Blacks are accurately rendered and the contrast is excellent throughout. This well authored DVD displays no appreciable signs of digital compression artifacts. The Dolby Digital 5.1 channel soundtrack has a terrific mix that keeps the film s wonderful dialogue its primary focus. However, there is good use of all the discrete channels for well-placed sound effects. Additionally, Stephen Warbeck s Oscar winning score is well served by this wonderful mix.