There are a few defects to be found on the print, but they are extremely rare and never distracting. Edge enhancement is also minimal, and Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon looks every bit as beautiful on DVD as it did theatrically. A really terrific job indeed. Matching the beautiful picture in terms of quality is the wonderful Mandarin Chinese Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track. The driving musical score is rich and enveloping with crisp, deep bass.
Dynamic range is very good, with strong bass and excellent fidelity.
During the fight scenes, swords swing and fists fly from every speaker in the house. It's a highly engaging audio track and the directional effects always flow naturally without descending into gimmicky ping-pong effects bouncing between speakers. However, the surrounds are aggressive though a bit subdued in some of the quieter scenes. Imaging can sometimes be a bit obvious, so while overall the sense of ambiance and envelopment is strong, this track might not be quite as strong as it could have been. Still, a very good mix.