Some close-ups used a zoomed-in view, enhancing film grain to unbearable levels. Shots that are in HD are phenomenal, with high detail and sharpness. Sadly, they’re not as common as one would expect. 
Dolby Digital Plus greets the audio fan. While not consistently active, the film offers multiple notable moments. Waves crashing provide fantastic depth from the LFE channel, and the occasional tense moment can deliver some okay if unimpressive surround work. For most of the feature, this is a front loaded delivery. 
Extras are sparse, though Making of Arctic Tale is a must see. It’s captivating to see how the shots were captured and the struggles to get them. At 24 minutes, it’s a wonderful complement to the movie. Are We There Yet? World Adventure: Polar Bear Spotting is a seven minute clip of two kids traveling to Canada to try and glimpse some polar bears (which of course they do). It’s not much to look at, and the trailer is the final extra after that.
Though rated G, smaller or overly sensitive children may have a tough time with some of the deaths included in the movie. They’re greatly humanized through the narration, and it makes some of the scenes difficult.
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