just bought this today and now have watched it - seeing as i can find no reviews - a few observations
i loved the original and this seemed to be a chance to buy a new and 'improved' version
firstly i watched the previously deleted bank robbery opening scene which explains how/why snake is sent to the island - great as background but the pq shows how much things have moved on
as for the main film - selected DTS audio option
so - what did i think??
the 'high definition transfer' is certainly better than the original and given the age of the original print its probably about the best you can expect - BUT poor in comparison with current releases
the DTS however is a complete failure - maybe this was a step too far
the opening soundtrack and helicopter sounds were about it!! - the sub had an ocassional low rumble and the rears (when employed) seemed to be trying compensate for the lack of front output
in conclusion - a disc for fans - certainly not one to demo your system
i loved the original and this seemed to be a chance to buy a new and 'improved' version
firstly i watched the previously deleted bank robbery opening scene which explains how/why snake is sent to the island - great as background but the pq shows how much things have moved on
as for the main film - selected DTS audio option
so - what did i think??
the 'high definition transfer' is certainly better than the original and given the age of the original print its probably about the best you can expect - BUT poor in comparison with current releases
the DTS however is a complete failure - maybe this was a step too far
the opening soundtrack and helicopter sounds were about it!! - the sub had an ocassional low rumble and the rears (when employed) seemed to be trying compensate for the lack of front output
in conclusion - a disc for fans - certainly not one to demo your system