HTF DVD REVIEW - Monk: Season Six (1 Viewer)

[Kevin EK]

MONK
Season Six


Studio: Universal
Original Broadcast: 2007-2008
Length: 11 hours 22 mins
Genre: Crime Solving Comedy/Drama

Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Anamorphic Widescreen
Color/B&W: Color

Audio:
English Dolby Digital 2.0


Subtitles: English SDH
Rating: Unrated (TV-safe crime scenes & violence)






Release Date: July 8, 2008

Rating:

 

[Ken_McAlinden]

One of the reasons it is a bit grainy is that it is shot in super 16mm. Still, other shows, such as "Veronica Mars" have been shot in this format and managed to look a lot more visually interesting.

Regards,

 

[Kevin EK]

I recall that DR. QUINN was also shot on 16mm - I was just surprised by the grain here. I figured that part of the issue here is that they simply don't have enough time to gussy it up like, say, DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES. (The cable shows I know have to get their work done in a day or two less time than the network shows. Which can really squeeze the look of a show.)

 

[Ockeghem]

Thanks for the very informative review.

I own the first five seasons thus far, and will be picking this one up as well. It's a nice surprise to see that I've missed a couple of season six episodes along the way. Those will be fun to watch for the first time once I get this set.