Single-layered, anamorphic and progressive DVD that is not outstandingly sharp, but who knows how limited the film production budget was. Bottom line is that there are no major flaws - it looks quite dark, as intended I'm sure, contrast and colors are fine. Audio a little inconsistent but nothing troublesome. There are optional subtitles in English or Spanish.

Supplements include a decent commentary by director Steve Buscemi and writer James C. Strouse. It is quite informative if not totally riveting. A short 'making of' featurette is also included.

I enjoyed the film quite a lot - although I can see it not being everyone cup of tea. The deadpan humor is layered on quite heavily and although its not the laugh-out-loud variety - it is darn amusing. The story is addictive and I kind of wish it went on longer. The performances were intentionally a little wooden and the films pace measured but slow (something interesting was always happening - just nothing dynamic). Not exceptionally unique for the current wave of Indie-realism expressions but this is adept and polished enough to warrant at least one screening. I expect Buscemi will continue maturing and that his repertoire has far more tricks up his sleeve. This film shows strong promise of future efforts - let's hope he and Strouse continue.

Gary W. Tooze