Can anyone say something about the quality of Satyajit Ray's Apu Trilogy, recently released by Artifical Eye?

Just got it today and threw the first two in for a look. They have been somewhat restored... no longer that mushy washed out black/grey with no contrast. But don't expect a criterion - the film elements still have quite a bit of damage. These films are quite old and have not been cared for over the years, so this is to be expected. I've never seen these films in superior shape either on tape or in the theater, but at least now there is nice contrast and tonal range, not to mention subtitles that are readable. This is as good as it will get I'm afraid... still worth a purchase as this is classic and beautiful cinema.

Is the trilogy ever going to be released in R1? BTW the fire at merchant/ivory's wharehouse contributed to the lack of a great print.

FYI:
The restored Silver Theatre (American Film Institute) in Silver Spring Maryland is showcasing this trilogy at the end of the month and early May.

AFI Silver Theatre