Picture Score: 5
Sound Score (Dolby Digital): 5
Sound Score (DTS): 5+
Critics' Composite Score: 3,5
D-VHS Picture:
The picture on both the D-VHS D-Theater and DVD, both framed at 2.35:1, are certain to impress; but the D-Theater is superior in its definition, clarity, and delineation of the finest details. Starting with the anamorphically enhanced DVD, images are sharp and well defined, with excellent contrast and shadow delineation. Colors are fully saturated, with satisfying fleshtones, rich hues, and deep, solid blacks. The darkest scenes, like the storming of the X-Men compound in Chapter 14, offer just enough visual information to get in on the action! The high-def D-Theater picture is something to be seen with its deeper levels of shadow delineation, smoother and more detailed images, and better chromatic purity. Pixelization is not bothersome with the DVD, but the picture does look slightly digital when compared to the slick images on the D-Theater. While the DVD exhibits some edge enhancement at times, the distraction is all but absent on D-VHS D-Theater. Only the pickiest viewers may notice its occasional presence, but the picture is impressively clean. (Suzanne Hodges)
D-VHS Soundtrack:
The 5.1 audio presentations continue in the spirit of the excellent, creatively distinguished soundtrack for the original. Fidelity is absolutely state-of-the-art and superlative, and the tonality overall is neutral and comfortable to the ears. This a wide-ranging sound mix, often with quiescent to moderate spatial engagement. And then of course there are the many instances of active, dynamic, emotionally heightened activity that really takes effective advantage of the surrounds. But beyond all this, perhaps the primary distinguishing factor for this soundtrack is the sound design, namely the artistic crafting of the myriad sound effects, particularly those for objects that don’t really exist for “our world.” The effects sound pristine, have been wonderfully recorded, and are also distinctive in their particular character. The dialogue is also a standout feature, with voices that sound remarkably lifelike in timbre and spatial integration. The music is yet another notable aspect of this outstanding sound mix, permeating the listening space and also exhibiting wonderful fidelity, while possessing a palatable low-end foundation. The combination of atmospheric effects and music serve to consistently maintain a wide, panoramic sonic image across the screen with abundant envelopment from the surrounds. Those who choose to engage the back surround channel should be very pleased with the results—there’s an enhanced sense of behind-the-head immersion and also some interesting directionality with effects can be noticed. Finally—and this should be obvious—deep bass is distinctive and often very powerful with punctuated yet prominent LFE channel engagement. The Dolby® Digital audio version is excellent in its own right, but the DTS® Digital Surround™ version offers a little more body in the low-end and a slightly refined soundstage definition. This sound mix is an absolute winner for its creativity, spatial attributes, and fidelity.
The D-VHS D-Theater offering includes a significant first: DTS Digital Surround in addition to Dolby Digital. The DTS audio was encoded at 1509 kbps and also 96 kHz/24-bit. The Dolby Digital track sounds essentially the same as the DVD version with the exception of very slight differences in surround channel levels. Similar slight differences in the surrounds were also noticed between the DTS audio versions. (Perry Sun)
Moulin Rouge!
Picture Score: 5
Sound Score (Dolby Digital): 4
Sound Score (DTS): 4,5
Critics' Composite Score: 3,5
D-VHS Picture:
Donald McAlpine’s cinematography and Catherine Martin’s production design are presented with gorgeous depth and richness on this high-definition D-VHS® D-Theater™. Direct scene-to-scene comparisons with the DVD (Issue 57) reveal fine textures in the elaborate costumes and props. For example, details abound in Chapter 14 (Elephant Love Song Medley) from the decorative railings to the surrounding buildings’ rooftops, all of which are more crisp and defined on the D-Theater. Part of the spectacle of the movie is the gorgeous, eye-popping colors that showcase the elaborate sets and painted backdrops that make up the “intentionally theatrical” Parisian setting of the movie. McAlpine and director Baz Luhrmann approached the film with a desire to create heightened reality. For instance, the night scenes under the blue moonlight are cast in gorgeous azure hues. Inside the nightclub the deep black backgrounds richly contrast the hot, sultry colors and vibrant costumes. Colors are better delineated for even more definition on the D-Theater. Contrast and shadow delineation are also a cut above the DVD. There are a few scenes that look a little bit soft, but otherwise detail and definition are very nicely rendered. While the DVD had an occasionally digital appearance, the D-Theater version is consistently smooth and incredibly clear. (Suzanne Hodges)
D-VHS Soundtrack:
The Dolby® Digital 5.1 soundtrack, in comparison to the DVD version, sounds just slightly smoother in the midrange and exhibits a bit more refinement with spatial definition. This D-VHS D-Theater title offers what is hoped will be a continuing trend: DTS® Digital Surround™, encoded at the “full” 1509 kbps. (“Moulin Rouge!” and “X2” are the first two titles offered on D-VHS with DTS audio.) For the DTS soundtrack, the audio is essentially the same as the corresponding DVD version with the exception of the surrounds being slightly elevated. The sound mix should certainly provide for an enriching, enlightening sonic experience through the music numbers, which have an immersive, engaging presence across the screen and into the surrounds. The music has been very well-recorded, with a rich low-end presence, along with notable LFE channel activity. The soundfield can usually be characterized as having a balance toward the screen, though the subtle distribution of atmospheric effects throughout the listening space is interesting at times with characteristic, creative sweeps and pans. Voices sound remarkably natural, and also seem nicely integrated with the visuals. Similar to many other soundtrack comparisons, the DTS audio projects a slightly fuller low-end presence, as well as a bit more refinement in terms of spatial delineation. Otherwise, this is a fine soundtrack that should provide for an abundance of entertainment though an effectively executed soundfield presentation. (Perry Sun)
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