CHD encodes are known for being high-quality "scene-level" internal releases. This particular rip is and encoded with careful bitrate allocation to balance size and fidelity. It is a complete version (unlike some shorter international cuts).
: The x264 encode preserves the film's gritty, desaturated color palette. The 1080p resolution brings out the intricate details of the massive, custom-built Shaolin Temple set (which reportedly cost $3 million to construct).
Provide a between this and the 1982 Jet Li version. Recommend similar martial arts dramas from the same era.
: Known for meticulous quality control, CHD’s x264 parameters typically avoid common compression artifacts like macroblocking or banding, even in the film’s many smoky and low-light temple interiors. High Def Digest Film Analysis
