Despite Anchor Bay's dwindling reputation following the Opera fiasco and some major color timing problems with their much-touted 25th Anniversary Edition of Halloween, fans awaiting a definitive version of George A. Romero's third entry into the living dead trilogy may be slightly irritated to learn that Anchor Bay apparently has still not worked out the bugs in their DVD mastering system - and though on the surface this disc appears to be flawless in terms of both video and audio presentation, much of the dialogue has unfortunately been replaced with an alternate dub that plays down much of the film's shocking profanity. Fortunately, Anchor Bay has seen fit to pack this disc with some truly irresistible extras. The film itself, presented in 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen and processed using the relatively new Disimax procedure, is in pristine condition with colors well balanced and solid blacks well represented in the film's endless underground corridors. Likewise, the DTS ES and Dolby Digital EX soundtracks make impressive use of the film's audio with faraway moans and the sounds of dripping water underground literally placing the viewer in the claustrophobic underground compound in which the protagonists struggle to survive. The newly remastered image, combined with the amazing use of audio really bring new life to the film and is a major improvement over Anchor Bay's previous release of this title. As impressive as the presentation of the film itself, it's the extras that truly bring this disc to life. A commentary track featuring Romero, producer David Ball, special effects artists Tom Savini and Greg Nicotero, production designer Cletus Anderson, assistant director Chris Romero, and actors Lori Cardille, Joe Pilato and Howard Sherman may not be as technically insightful as one may hope, though it is nice to hear many key contributors reunited and reminiscing about the trying production. Likewise, a commentary track by writer/director and all around Day of the Dead fanatic Roger Avery is entertaining for a few juicy bits of background, but ultimately takes the back seat to the commentary of those who were there firsthand. A 39 minute featurette revisiting the original, far more epic first draft of the script, discussing the knee jerk hostility with which the film was originally greeted at the box office and revealing some remarkable secrets from make-up effects master Savini "The Many Days of Day of the Dead" is an indispensable companion piece to the film that any fan should see. An addition featurette entitled "Day of the Dead: Behind the Scenes" offers a more detailed look at the creative make-up effects courtesy of video footage shot on set, and a promotional video for the Wampum Mine facility in which the film was shot provides an insightful look into the stunning location used for shooting the film. An audio interview in which actor Richard Liberty (Dr. Logan) warmly recalls his days shooting with Romero will also please fans despite the sad footnote that Liberty would succumb to a heart attack mere months after the interview was recorded. Theatrical trailers and TV Spots offer an exciting glimpse into the advertising campaign, and seven still galleries provide insight into everything from some amazing promotional materials to standard continuity stills. A biography for director Romero as well as DVD-ROM access to the original script and production notes are sure to make for interesting reading, and a companion booklet offers a revisionist look at the film far removed from the initial hostility with which it was greeted upon original release.