The 3 main features of this boxset are housed in individual slim transparent keep cases (see image above and below) they are not sold separately, by Criterion, at this time. I am unaware of any NTSC English-friendly editions available elsewhere (we do note the Artificial Eye PAL package below) - although I won't deny that they exist. Unfortunately, Satyajit's Ray's films exist in extremely poor quality (another example HERE), often pirate, digital editions scattered throughout the web.

All three DVD discs are dual-layered. They are also progressive in their original aspect ratios (1.33:1) Bitrates are high and consistent ranging from 7.36 - 8.63 Mbps. Although we didn't directly compare you can easily see the Criterion image quality is significantly advanced over the Artificial Eye's Satyajit Ray Collection (that has both An Enemy of the People and The Home and the World) that Brian Montgomery reviewed HERE. Criterion's SD transfers are quite remarkable here - very bright - colors may be a tad misrepresented at times - but these are brilliant compared to other digital editions. All things considered, I was very impressed.

The sound is original Bengali mono - imperfect but without major issues. The dialogue is clear enough and audible - I noted a couple of instances of minor hiss, but overall it is supporting the films well enough to enjoy them. There are optional English subtitles (font samples below).

Aside from one page liner notes for each film (visible on the inner case sleeve through the transparent case cover there are no supplements - as typical for Eclipse.

These films and grouping are a fabulous selection and Eclipse are continuing with their mission statement: "...a selection of lost, forgotten, or overshadowed classics in simple, affordable editions. Each series is a brief cinematheque retrospective for the adventurous home viewer."

I really enjoyed this package - watching them in chronological order - each film increasing my appreciation. An Enemy of the People and The Stranger especially I found to be wonderful films. While I didn't embrace it as much initially, I quickly warmed to The Home and the World. This is one of the most value-packed Eclipse boxsets I have seen in a long while. The overall video quality is far beyond what I was anticipating. I've always wanted The Stranger in a superior digital edition... and now I have it. Bravo Eclipse! We can give a very strong endorsement!