Oh, still wondering what that feature is? Well, it's the DTS-ES track contained on the disc. Never before has any DVD featured the bass that this disc will put through your receiver. In fact, there should be a very large warning either on the package or before the movie plays. This disc could cause some serious damage to someones sound system if it is set just one notch too loud. Chapter 10 and the very famous chapter 17 are perfect examples of this. The bass isn't the only part that impresses either. The usage of all 3 rear channels doesn't get much better and viewers have little time to waste before they become completely immersed in this movies sound field. The other version on store shelves features a 5.1 track that lacks the punch of this version, but maintains the excellent sound field. (*****)
As a signature collection, this disc is lacking in features unlike other discs in the series (Gladiator among others). There are a few trailers and a half-hour documentary hosted by Catherine Zeta Jones. It covers every piece of production but the length limits how deep it can get. There are always some scenes left on the cutting room floor and it would be nice to see those. Maybe they could've made the movie better? (**)
It's a shame the best sounding DVD of all time has to contain one of the worst horror movies in recent years. I'm sure it's the only reason this disc has ever left the store shelves. Home theater buffs need to have this disc in their collection, but please heed the warning about the volume level. No subwoofer deserves to go out like this.
Originally posted at Breaking Windows.
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