New Line does its usual good job on this DVD, though it's a bit disappointing compared to some of their other discs. The main problem is the picture; it's very good, but not up to the level of many of their other titles. The biggest problem is the black level, which is filled with a consistent off-shading that looks blocky; since much of this film takes place at night, it becomes even more evident. Beyond that, the picture is quite solid. The disc includes both the 2.35:1 widescreen and a pan-and-scan version, with both on the same side of the disc. As would be expected from New Line, the widescreen version is an anamorphic transfer. The sound on this disc is also very good, though also not without its problems. There is good use of the surround speakers, especially during storms, and the dialogue is centered up front. However, the sound level seems to change without reason throughout the film, making frequent volume adjustments necessary. Extras on this disc are a bit light, though a scene-specific commentary track (taken from the previous laserdisc edition) with director John Carpenter and his director of photography Gary B. Kibbe is included. Carpenter is always interesting and his love of filmmaking shines through at all times. One thing can be said about this track: if you want to know how to light a movie, then Kibbe will tell you. Lighting questions are about the only thing Carpenter asks him, so unless viewers are very technically minded, they will probably be bored with what Kibbe has to say. Beyond that, the disc has the obligatory trailer and filmographies.