Reviewers on sites like Blu-ray Authority and MichaelDVD note that while the transfer is generally good, it tends to be on the softer side. This softness actually complements the film's lush, nostalgic 1950s aesthetic.

Jacey (Billy Crudup) and Doug Holt (Joaquin Phoenix) live in the small town of Haley, Illinois, where their mother is often ostracized by the community. While Doug's interest in the youngest Abbott sister, Pamela (Liv Tyler), is fueled by genuine affection, Jacey's pursuit of the older sisters, Eleanor (Jennifer Connelly) and Alice (Joanna Going), is driven by a deep-seated resentment toward their father, Lloyd Abbott.

Most standard releases are noted for having little to no extra content, keeping the focus entirely on the feature film. Critical Reception