Image quality is sharp and detailed, with true blacks and superb contrast. Digital compression artifacts are well concealed by Laser Pacific's usual first rate DVD authoring. The Dolby Digital 5.1 channel soundtrack has a simple, but wonderfully pleasing mix, which is highlighted by the lushly orchestrated songs featuring Queen Latifah. Both the music and vocals have a sweet melodious quality. The soundtrack also contains intricate little sound effects are placed across the entire soundstage, taking advantage of the discrete nature of the Dolby Digital system.
Dialogue reproduces with a clear, natural timbre and the track has respectable bass.
A matrixed Dolby Surround soundtrack is also provided on the DVD, in addition to English subtitles. The interactive menus have a straightforward design that gives one access to the standard scene and language selection features. Supplements are also accessible through the menus. An audio commentary featuring director Richard LaGravenese is the DVD's primary supplement. LaGravenese's talk is rewarding since he gives a great deal of background on the production, plus insight into what it is like to be a first time director.