High School Musical has been one of the most successful Disney concepts/franchises in years. What began as a Disney Channel TV show spawned two sequels, one of which enjoyed a run in theaters. This latest edition of the original High School Musical is now in 1080p High Definition (although the extras are in standard def with some video combing). The picture is crystal clear and practically leaps off the screen; the sound mix is amazing as well, making full use of all speakers. Sound effects will make you think that people are in the room with you. The hot musical numbers sound even better in 5.1 uncompressed.In a nutshell, the story is about Troy (Zac Efron) & Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens), two high school students who meet at a New Year's Eve party and are thrown together when the DJ chooses them to do a karaoke duet. Naturally, they make beautiful music together ("Start of Something New"). Turns out they go to the same High School (think updated version of Grease: Rockin Rydell Edition), although true love does come with a few bumps along the way. Troy is a high school jock (basketball) and singing in the school musical with Gabriella is definitely uncool and against what Troy's dad (who happens to be the coach) has planned for him. Gabriella's new best friend, Taylor (Monique Coleman) is the head of the Science Club, and is determined to keep Gabriella away from the dumb jock crowd. Together with Troy's best friend Chad (Corbin Bleu) they must figure out a way to keep Gabriella and Troy apart. Add a jealous diva to the mix, Sharpay (Ashley Tisdale), and who knows how things will turn out. Well, actually, it`s not too difficult to figure this plot out. The bumps along the way are all good clean fun and the chemistry between the cast is superb. The choreography and songs are the film's fantastic bonus, including "Get'cha Head In The Game" is performed in the high school gym by the basketball team, a lovely ballad duet for Troy & Gabriella ("What I've Been Looking For"), and the blowout finale "We're All In This Together" showcases the entire cast. Some of the lip-synching is a little off at times; apparently in the first installment not everyone did their own singing. Still, it doesn't detract from the enjoyment. This is a fun-filled throwback to the old MGM musicals where you can sit back and forget your cares and woes a few hours and pick up a few hummable tunes along the way.Specs: Video is 1080p High definition, 1.78:1 ratio (bonus material is 480i Standard Def and in full-screen not widescreen ratio) * Audio is English 5.1 Uncompressed (48 kHz/24-bit) with English, French, and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital (bonus material is English 5.1 or 2.0 Dolby Digital); subtitles are in English SDH, French, and Spanish for both.Bonus Features Include:BACKSTAGE DISNEY* Bringing It All Together: The Making of High School Musical (8:43 minutes) is an indepth look at how it all came together.* Learning the Moves for "Bop To The Top," with director/choreographer Kenny Ortega, Ashley Tisdale, Lucas Grabeel, and assistant choreographers Bonnie Story & Charlie Kaplow, showing you how to dance this number. Viewable with 3 different angles:-All 3 at the Same Time-Close-up of Rehearsal-Wide Angle of Rehearsal-Final Movie* A High School Reunion: The cast reunites to discuss what they did before HSM. See them travel all over, gush about each other, and talk about what's next. You'll also see a clip of HSM played in multiple languages.* The Hollywood Premiere of the DVD at the El Capitan in Hollywood. See the stars from HSM and others on the red carpet, including Miley Cyrus and Marilu Henner.MUSIC & MORE* Disney Channel Dance-Alongs: Lucas, Ashley, Zac, and Vanessa show you how to dance their 2 fave routines, "Get'cha Head In The Game" (Zac's fave) and "We're All In This Together."* Sing Along with the Movie* Music Videos: "I Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You," "We're All In This Together," "Breaking Free Remix," "We're All In This Together Remix," and "Eres Tu" (a video sung in Spanish by Belanova).Previews of upcoming attractions are also included: HSM3, Pinocchio, and the upcoming theatrical release "Earth" from Disney Nature.