I am a big fan of the film Black Hawk Down and I already own the bare bones single disc. I was visiting my brand new Circuit City and saw the Deluxe Edition and was tempted to buy it. But is it worth the double dip? It is 30 bucks and there might be a sale down the road, but somehow I doubt it. Should I go for it or what? Any suggestions?
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DVD Josh
02-18-04, 05:32 PM
Originally posted by MovieGuy26
I am a big fan of the film Black Hawk Down and I already own the bare bones single disc. I was visiting my brand new Circuit City and saw the Deluxe Edition and was tempted to buy it. But is it worth the double dip? It is 30 bucks and there might be a sale down the road, but somehow I doubt it. Should I go for it or what? Any suggestions?
MG26
Absolutely yes. Improved video and sound and loads of extras. Considering the bare bones release has nothing, you should do it. It's demo quality.
Severen2517
02-18-04, 05:41 PM
My answer is a resounding yes. This is one of my favorite films also. I held off on the bare-bones release because I knew this version was coming. It was more than worth the wait. I haven't listened to the commentaries but the other extras kick ass. I've seen the documentaries a couple times. They were very insightful and informative. $30 sounds like the average retail price but I'm sure you could find it cheaper online.
Jackskeleton
02-18-04, 05:46 PM
YES! YES! YES! it's so worth it. the extra's are plentiful. So worth it.
MovieGuy26
02-18-04, 05:49 PM
I have a job that pays 7.00 dollars an hour. I juts got paid. I am going to a concer Saturday. I need to save (have about 1000 in the bank) for a car to buy in August. This is 30 bucks...still think I should get it? I am trying to get one or 2 DVDs every check and yet it seems I can't save and I really want movies. Everytime I buy a film, my parents are like: ANOTHER MOVIE! But I'm like meh! Oh well, I think I'll get it when I go out a bit later.
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Artman
02-18-04, 05:53 PM
LOL - gotta have priorities man. Spend wisely. Got a b-day or anything soon? You could do a lot worse with your $30 thats for sure.
Perhaps they'll be some sales on it when Matchstick Men arrives. Seems like a lot of times a stars or directors other films will be on sale when a new one comes out.
I actually havent been able to watch the doc yet (2.5 hrs right?) I reeeally want to, just havent been able to find the time... is it a lot of interviews or a lot of on-set footage? Or a lot of both?
nemein
02-18-04, 05:55 PM
Skip the concert get the DVD.
MovieGuy26
02-18-04, 05:56 PM
paid for the concert already....actually my parents did and I was supposed to pay them back, but SHHHH! don't tell. ;)
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Draven99
02-18-04, 05:58 PM
Depends, what concert? :)
I have the barebones, but I haven't watched it and I've never seen the movie....
DavidH
02-18-04, 05:58 PM
The Deluxe Edition is worth it just for having the original sub-titles vs. the ugly player generated ones on the regular edition.
The extras are more than one could ever want.
Overall, great package.
MovieGuy26
02-18-04, 06:01 PM
I am going to see AFI in San Bernadino. And I think I want to get this DVD anyway. 30 bucks? That means only can BUY ONE DVD this paycheck, or wait, CC has some titles I want for 10 bucks like The Hunted or something. Sweet. Make it two to go.
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Draven99
02-18-04, 06:06 PM
AFI? meh.... now if it was Mushroomhead or Mudvayne, you may have had me sold. No offense intended, just not much a fan. I'd go for the DVD, it'll last longer.
bjh_18
02-18-04, 06:17 PM
Yes, absolutly pick this one up, especially if you're a big fan of the movie. I had the original release and I sold it off to a friend for pretty cheap a few weeks before the Deluxe Edition came out. It's a great set.
Bill Geiger
02-18-04, 08:48 PM
Instead of paying $30 for it, pay $23 for the Superbit. It is Region 3 but, as has been mentioned serveral times, Region 3 Superbits will play in <b>ALL</b> Region 1 players.
http://koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=10652
Dr. DVD
02-18-04, 08:59 PM
I definitely give a :thumbsup: to this DVD.
BlackBeauty92
02-18-04, 08:59 PM
hey, Bill
how's the transfer on the superbit (pic & sound)?
is it better than deluxe, i might upgrdae if it is
thanx
whotony
02-18-04, 09:01 PM
a thread over at htf talking about this and some other, other region dvd's that are playable on region 1 players.
Originally posted by MovieGuy26
I have a job that pays 7.00 dollars an hour. I juts got paid. I am going to a concer Saturday. I need to save (have about 1000 in the bank) for a car to buy in August.
Dude, stop buying DVDs! Save your money. When your car breaks down and you need to have it repaired, you'll be missing the $1500 per year that you've been spending on DVDs.
If you have to work for 5 hours to afford a DVD, I say forget it!
illennium
02-18-04, 09:12 PM
This thread is all kinds of depressing.
SFranke
02-18-04, 09:36 PM
How about you sell your barebones copy for what you can get for it, then put that to your BHD: Deluxe fund?
fumanstan
02-18-04, 10:10 PM
Originally posted by Draven99
AFI? meh.... now if it was Mushroomhead or Mudvayne, you may have had me sold. No offense intended, just not much a fan. I'd go for the DVD, it'll last longer.
Yay AFI. Boo Mudvayne.
Buy the DVD.
Bill Geiger
02-18-04, 10:58 PM
I don't have the BHD Superbit (yet) but from what I heard, the DTS sound is fantastic!
Adonus
02-18-04, 11:18 PM
Originally posted by Severen2517
My answer is a resounding yes. This is one of my favorite films also. I held off on the bare-bones release because I knew this version was coming. It was more than worth the wait. I haven't listened to the commentaries but the other extras kick ass. I've seen the documentaries a couple times. They were very insightful and informative. $30 sounds like the average retail price but I'm sure you could find it cheaper online.
WOW!!!, you guys paid 30$ I feel for ya...
I got it for 19.99 and I was thinking I was getting the shaft. Guess I should be happy with that price!!!
Wannabe
02-18-04, 11:25 PM
Originally posted by Adonus
WOW!!!, you guys paid 30$ I feel for ya...
I got it for 19.99 and I was thinking I was getting the shaft.
What are you talking about? It's three loaded discs.
Kaffe_02
02-19-04, 12:10 AM
Is there any chance of R1 getting a superbit or are we going to get screwed on this one?
Jah-Wren Ryel
02-19-04, 12:20 AM
Dude, at $7/hr you need to buying your DVDs used. Hit the sales on previously viewed discs at hollywood video, blockbuster video and moviegallery as well as local pawn shops and used cd/dvd stores.
Randy Miller III
02-19-04, 12:23 AM
Tell me about it...I don't have a huge income, so I buy most everything used. As a matter of fact, I picked up the Black Hawk Down 3-disc set for $14.99 at a used shop. Outside of that, I'd suggest posting a Want Ad over in the DVD Exchange Forum...you could either buy it outright, or trade some of your own stuff. Just a thought. :)
Venom
02-19-04, 12:31 AM
most here got it for 16.99 from sony. search for it in bargins maybe sony still has it for that low price (probably not, since most thought it was an error, but we all still got it.)
anyway look into one of those freedvd sites to get it for free.
EDIT:
Black Hawk Down
(Deluxe Edition, 3 discs)
Your Price: $23.00 + 500 Points
List Price: $39.95
Your Savings: $16.95
Format: DVD
not sure about shipping, but it will still be cheaper than 30. you get like 500 or 1000 points just for signing up.
www.my.sony.com
MovieGuy26
02-19-04, 12:59 AM
Well I picked it up. And I know I don't make that much money but my parents do cover things for me a lot. LIke I dont have car payments or insurance yet. So I'm saving while buying DVDs. It's all good. And the DVD is FANTASTIC! I've LIMITED myself to ONE or TWO DVDs PER check and this cheack was a good size (for a HS student) and so it won't be hurting my saving. Although I do wanna get an AFI shirt Saturday. Thanks for the input. And one last note, I usually buy DVDs on sale. I looke for the best prices (DVD Planet for Criterion) and I get the sale DVDs. Thanks again you guys. You all know how to help a 17 year old very well. :)
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talemyn
02-19-04, 01:24 AM
Originally posted by MovieGuy26
Well I picked it up . . . Although I do wanna get an AFI shirt Saturday.One last note . . . sell your old, single-disc copy on eBay and make a little cash back so that you can buy the t-shirt. :up:
MovieGuy26
02-19-04, 01:27 AM
Originally posted by talemyn
One last note . . . sell your old, single-disc copy on eBay and make a little cash back so that you can buy the t-shirt. :up:
for sure, i am looking for someone to buy this DVD, at school or on the net.
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