I saw Saw in theaters and wasn't that impressed, but I just got ahold of one of the new Saw Uncut editions and holy crap, is it sweet.
It's in a jewel case, which is weird...but it's filled with flowing blood and a little saw, which floats around inside. So sweet.
= J
King Voodoo
10-11-05, 12:29 PM
-smile- pics?
Giles
10-11-05, 12:30 PM
the only thing that wasn't impressive about Saw in my mind was the bad casting decision of Cary Elwes. Still gonna buy it though.
Peep
10-11-05, 01:22 PM
Why are you buying movies that you didn't really like?
Giles
10-11-05, 01:27 PM
Why are you buying movies that you didn't really like?
because Netflix doesn't rent out double dip titles or most b&m video stores for that matter - I'll probably just watch it the extras, listen to the commentaries and then just trade it in for some instore credit at CD Game exchange.
Snowmaker
10-11-05, 01:37 PM
It's in a jewel case, which is weird...but it's filled with flowing blood and a little saw, which floats around inside. So sweet.
= J
Slayer did something like that 15 years ago with a limited version of their Seasons in the Abyss CD:
I saw Saw in theaters and wasn't that impressed, but I just got ahold of one of the new Saw Uncut editions and holy crap, is it sweet.
It's in a jewel case, which is weird...but it's filled with flowing blood and a little saw, which floats around inside. So sweet.
= J
the new DVD is in a 2-Disc Jewel Case? without a full DVD case surrounding it or something? i haven't read that in any review...odd. but, i also thought the original "Saw" DVD had some cool packaging, but a jewel case???
Tarantino
10-11-05, 01:44 PM
I didn't <i>buy</i> it, I got ahold of one because we got them in at work a week early.
Yeah, it's a two disc jewel case, apparently. Unfortunately, I don't have pics. I'm usually not impressed by packaging and absolutely abhor slipcases that are the same as the DVD cover, but this packaging is really awesome.
And sorry, since I can't take it out of the store, I don't have pics to show.
= J
scott1598
10-11-05, 01:46 PM
I didn't <i>buy</i> it, I got ahold of one because we got them in at work a week early.
Yeah, it's a two disc jewel case, apparently. Unfortunately, I don't have pics. I'm usually not impressed by packaging and absolutely abhor slipcases that are the same as the DVD cover, but this packaging is really awesome.
And sorry, since I can't take it out of the store, I don't have pics to show.
= J
so it will fit oddly with all other DVD's? that is just nonsensical.
Toben
10-11-05, 01:59 PM
Is this two-disc jewel case supposed to be some kind of variant in the packaging for this release? Because the pic on dvdempire shows what looks to be a transparent dvd keep case with room in the front cover for the floating blobs of blood and the mini circular saw blade. Or did they just up and change the packaging format last minute?
Cedrock
10-11-05, 04:49 PM
Is the extra scenes just talking or actual gore?
Slowpc
10-11-05, 04:59 PM
It seems to be a dvd sized plastic jewel case. Hinged on the side but clear throughout. The blood effect and the little saw are pretty cool and are on the "door" of the case, but only a real low price will get me to pick it up. Not the movie ticket it comes with , or the box.... low price.
(Never seen the movie)
scott1598
10-11-05, 05:04 PM
It seems to be a dvd sized plastic jewel case. Hinged on the side but clear throughout. The blood effect and the little saw are pretty cool and are on the "door" of the case, but only a real low price will get me to pick it up. Not the movie ticket it comes with , or the box.... low price.
(Never seen the movie)
what exactly is a "dvd sized plastic jewel case"? that seems like an oxymoron.
Slowpc
10-11-05, 05:14 PM
take a dvd case ... make it hard plastic and clear like a cd case.
Pretty much like that (only going off my quick look/pickup while at work)
illennium
10-11-05, 05:18 PM
Some music DVDs come in jewel cases... Pixies, Belle & Sebastian, Sneaker Pimps. I'm assuming that type of case is what's meant by "DVD-sized jewelcase."
Tarantino
10-11-05, 05:22 PM
Actually, it's thinner than a DVD case.
It's about the width of one of the older jewel cases, or a DVD Audio case.
Unfortunately, since I didn't buy it, I can't take pics.
= J
Slowpc
10-11-05, 05:41 PM
yea ... i need to get myself a better cameraphone...
kar10
10-11-05, 07:26 PM
:nopics:
dsa_shea
10-11-05, 09:23 PM
A picture says a thousand words.
ChrisHicks
10-11-05, 09:48 PM
this sounds like the case that Platinum uses/used with their discs.
what exactly is a "dvd sized plastic jewel case"? that seems like an oxymoron.
dvd jewel cases were quite common during the first year of dvd....
you just don't see them that often anymore.
rdodolak
10-12-05, 08:19 PM
Here's a picture of the front from davisdvd.com
http://www.davisdvd.com/images/covers_big/saw.jpg
King Voodoo
10-12-05, 09:26 PM
Wow! that is cool. Don't know about best ever. But seriously kinda nice a little bit.
Dean Kousoulas
10-12-05, 10:31 PM
Just got them in today at work. Kinda concerned about the durability of the plastic case, but what a cover!
Cinemaddiction
10-13-05, 02:37 AM
So, the extras are all new, and don't include the first editions, and vice versa? Work (Hollywood Video) has "Saw" as one of the 2/$10 titles this month.
jmj713
10-13-05, 01:31 PM
Yeah, all different extras. Which is why I'm keeping my original DVD and getting this one.
Toben
10-13-05, 01:39 PM
If I were to own the Saw Uncut dvd, I'd be worried about accidentally getting that case cracked and not knowing about it until coming home one day and finding the nearby dvds covered in blood
Scott Weinberg
10-13-05, 01:59 PM
I've been showing this case to everyone, and they think it's hilarious.
Except for a few ladies, who said "Ew....gross!"
And yes, it's an all-new edition, features included. I was planning to eBay my original DVD, but now I'm keepin' both!
Slowpc
10-13-05, 02:42 PM
Well , i will be picking it up tuesday i know that.
NCYankee
10-13-05, 03:04 PM
Wow! that is cool. Don't know about best ever. But seriously kinda nice a little bit.
Looks cool but my favorite is still my <b>Evil Dead : Book of the Dead</b>. Especially the new one for Evil Dead 2 that has a chip which lets out a scream when you squeeze the eye.
Mr. Cinema
10-13-05, 03:08 PM
I don't own either version, so I'll pick up this new edition and get the single, which I believe is $10 at Target this week.
Cameron
10-14-05, 02:23 AM
think Texas Chainsaw LE meat cover...
Cinemaddiction
10-14-05, 03:49 AM
Yeah, all different extras. Which is why I'm keeping my original DVD and getting this one.
I did the same with one of the original "Highlander" releases as well. Sounds like a plan.
DJ_Longfellow
10-18-05, 08:28 AM
I may have to get this now....supposed to be a free movie ticket also, so that's worth it. I really enjoyed this movie....Saw 2 looks good too. The DVD case looks neat also. I like the flowing blood.
RichardW
10-18-05, 08:50 AM
Looks like the case Sega Saturn games came in.
speedy1961
10-18-05, 12:03 PM
I have a few of these "Alpha" Jewel cases.
DJ_Longfellow
10-18-05, 12:07 PM
I just picked it up today....neat looking case. I'm glad they actually put SAW on the spine, so it will line up with the rest of the collection (unlike Basic Instinct Ice Pick case)
I didn't realize this was a 2-disc set....very nice :)
GoldenJCJ
10-18-05, 12:10 PM
why a circular saw blade in the case? Did they not see the movie?
dadaluholla
10-18-05, 12:52 PM
I saw this at Wal-Mart today when I went to pick up LOTD. I was a little disappointed that there wasn't more blood inside the case. I had to pass. I'll wait for the next version which hopefully be fully submerged in a bloodbag.
mick0016
10-18-05, 04:49 PM
I just bought this today. Did anyone's come with a free ticket for Saw 2? I thought I read that somewhere. I'm wondering if the store I bought it at wasn't part of that promotion?
Quake1028
10-18-05, 05:05 PM
I just bought this today. Did anyone's come with a free ticket for Saw 2? I thought I read that somewhere. I'm wondering if the store I bought it at wasn't part of that promotion?
Might have been a Best Buy exclusive.
Yep, BB exclusive.
Slowpc
10-18-05, 05:41 PM
yep , got mine at work today. Might just pop it in the dvd player tonight.
lethalkrs
10-18-05, 09:49 PM
Just to let you know, it isn't the actual case that has the blood in it. It is inside the front cover insert.
Glad to see that BB had the free movie ticket included.
gryffinmaster
10-18-05, 10:07 PM
It's been a big day, with Batman, GameStop sale and all ... and what was I thinking about doing? Watching a new movie?
Nope. I wanna go play with the blood and the saw.
Little Joe
10-19-05, 01:11 AM
The free tickets were only at Best Buy, there were TWO tickets in my case, don't know if they are in all of them like that or not. Look for the two easter eggs, one on each disc....they're pretty funny.
DJ_Longfellow
10-19-05, 06:50 AM
I only got ONE ticket. The case is neat. Basically, the Blood/Saw are on one of those "squishy" type things...to be technical. Very neat.
reverie
10-19-05, 08:18 AM
I saw this in Target last night and had to play with it. :) I have no intention of ever getting it, but I liked the cover!
Leechboy
10-19-05, 11:08 AM
Every single case that I saw had huge cracks on the front cover. I finally found one that didn't have any damage to the front. I was all happy untill I took off the card on the back(what is the point of that thing?) and there was a HUGE crack across the entire back of the case. I hope someone makes a good custom soon.
DJ_Longfellow
10-19-05, 11:45 AM
It would be kinda tough for a custom with the squishy blood-filled thing :)
It can be very easy to crack though, since it's a large jewel case
Toben
10-19-05, 11:53 AM
Given the recent posts about cracked cases and how easily damaged they are, maybe this thread title should be changed to "Saw - Uncut...Worst.Packaging.Ever" ;)
Leechboy
10-19-05, 12:58 PM
It would be kinda tough for a custom with the squishy blood-filled thing :)
It can be very easy to crack though, since it's a large jewel case
The "blood bag" will be my insert.
cerial442
10-19-05, 02:42 PM
You could just buy another Super Jewel Case and replace the case.
NCYankee
10-19-05, 02:55 PM
One question - I see at DVDcompare.net, the "Uncut" version is actually 30 secs shorter than the theatrical release.
Huh?
Edit : found the explanation at DVD verdict:
"Perhaps the bigger news is the trims. Wan removed all the horribly silly slam-bang nu-metal songs that got sunk into the soundtrack for "marketing and merchandising" purposes. In its place are nicely nuanced bits by composer Charlie Clouser. Also, the film feels tighter, as if some of the many montages used to fill in story gaps have been snipped by a second or two."
Mr. Cinema
10-19-05, 03:04 PM
I went to Best Buy on my break and picked up a copy. My case wasn't cracked. I don't care for fancy packaging, but the free ticket and color correction is why I bought this. Is the back supposed to peel off easy? Mine seems to be fastened by the strongest glue known to man.
gutwrencher
10-19-05, 06:04 PM
If I were to own the Saw Uncut dvd, I'd be worried about accidentally getting that case cracked and not knowing about it until coming home one day and finding the nearby dvds covered in blood
That will only happen if you are one of the forum's fools who actually lend out dvds.:D
natevines
10-19-05, 07:16 PM
I went to Best Buy on my break and picked up a copy. My case wasn't cracked. I don't care for fancy packaging, but the free ticket and color correction is why I bought this. Is the back supposed to peel off easy? Mine seems to be fastened by the strongest glue known to man.
Yeah, you would think they would use standard booger glue, but this stuff is POTENT! I think mine left a permanent mark on the back of my case.
I only saw 5-6 of these in BB, and all of them seemed fine. The blood thing was a good idea, but two thumbs down for the jewel case.
Willh51
10-19-05, 07:55 PM
Had to search to find not cracked ones. I haven't opened it yet, but it looks fine. I didn't like the cashier flipping it all around in awe though.
boss429
10-19-05, 08:07 PM
This case is great... didn't have a problem finding one without cracks but I am having a hell of a time releasing the discs from their hubs... anyone else? I'm afraid that I'm going to crack the case or the discs for that matter when trying to remove them. And by the way, a few gentle rubs with WD-40 on a cloth will remove that booger glue residue.
Mr. Cinema
10-19-05, 09:18 PM
Well, I managed to remove the back, but I noticed mine has a crack on the left part of the case. :(
Where can you buy replacement jewel cases? Especially one that holds 2 discs.
flixtime
10-19-05, 09:43 PM
...........but I am having a hell of a time releasing the discs from their hubs... anyone else? I'm afraid that I'm going to crack the case or the discs for that matter when trying to remove them.
Same issue here and very, very, very frustrating.
These too tight hubs are becoming a major pet peeve for me. I own a bunch of NoShame DVD releases and at least a couple are guilty of the too tight hubs (and it has actually put me off to a strong degree of being more experimental in my purchases of their titles).
With that said, these ones for "Saw" are probably the worst I've ever come across. I do have some concern over the long-term effects of the too tight hubs (and before anyone says anything, I don't subscribe to the idea that I should spend even more money and time by seeking an alternate packaging solution). If there is some trick to it, someone please clue me in.
I mean the "blood pack" is cool and all but the rest of the packaging blows big time. Even the security sticker was a pain to get off, moreso given that this was a brand new release.
mattressman
10-19-05, 09:54 PM
Won't that fake blood dry up over time? As mentioned before, why do they keep throwing circular saws into the marketing? Eh? Those crazy apes.
IDrinkMolson
10-19-05, 10:18 PM
When I bought mine the girl ringing me up started playing with it. She started pressing on it while it was laying on the counter and the blood would run from one end to the other. I thought it was cool for a second until I realized she was probably bending the discs inside. I was like, hey, take it easy.
I didn't have any problems with the discs coming out, but the security sticker was damn near impossible to get off.
cineman
10-19-05, 10:42 PM
When I bought mine the girl ringing me up started playing with.
I had a similar experience, except my girl was getting queasy watching the "blood" flow. I couldn't believe it, she actually turned blue in the face.
Willh51
10-19-05, 11:27 PM
Well, it turns out my first disc has a nice scratch on the edge. That may not be the cause of the skipping I observed when I happened to flip to the scene where Glover's partner gets killed , but I'll be exchanging tomorrow.
cerial442
10-20-05, 12:47 AM
Looks like I cracked the hub taking the disc out of the holder. Anyway, I forget about it and start to watch the film. Around chapter 15 the disc starts to freeze and the picture messes up. I check the back and there is a giant scratch on the back.
I'll have to take it back.
cerial442
10-20-05, 12:50 AM
Where can you buy replacement jewel cases? Especially one that holds 2 discs.
I just got mine and I think the case looks cool but the hub is the absolute worst hub I've ever seen. The first disc in my set was already cracked in the center before trying to remove it. It was very hard to remove the disc.
I ordered it from Columbia House and they are sending me out a replacement. The case wasn't cracked at all. When I get the replacement, I'll take the discs out and put them in other cases.
Willh51
10-26-05, 11:23 AM
Well after three of these at Best Buy, with the last one being literally ripped open by the cashier I just took it to Wal Mart and got one there. I know that's bad...but college shopping made them some $$ off of me. All one ones at Best Buy had severe scratches and the Wally World one was perfect, now that's not something you don't get everyday.
Love the cover, hate the case. It's ridiculously hard to get the discs in and out and if you push too hard when putting them in, they scratch. If anyone wants to do a custom cover for this to put in a 2disc slimpack armary, i'm sure there'd be many biters for the download.
woofman
10-26-05, 11:40 AM
Won't that fake blood dry up over time? As mentioned before, why do they keep throwing circular saws into the marketing? Eh? Those crazy apes.
My SLAYER bloodpack cd has since dried up, but it's still cool as hell.
Toben
10-26-05, 11:46 AM
If you have the original Saw dvd from Bestbuy (the one with the bonus second disc containing previews of Devil's Rejects and High Tension), you could just take the two discs from the Uncut release and put them in there :) ... of course, then you need to find a new home for the original release.
Dan1boy
10-26-05, 12:07 PM
Bought mine from Target. The case was fine. The discs were floaters with broken hubs. Bummed, but what can I do? Shlep back to the store? nah...
On a positive note, watched the movie last night and happy to report that it's just as thrilling and entertaining as when I first "saw" it in the theatres. Can't wait for the sequel this weekend.
Dr. DVD
10-26-05, 04:03 PM
Got this the other day. It is sweet packaging to say the least.
whotony
10-26-05, 10:05 PM
you do know the blood bag does slide out?
you can put it right into an amaray under the clear cover were the art usually goes.
now just fnd a double amary.
the sleave on the back comes off too.
mine had a small blob of snot but it just peels right off.
joshc529
10-27-05, 10:54 PM
Hmmm...seems everyone liked this movie alot more than I did. It was decent but not worthy of a purchase. Case is cool though...
gutwrencher
10-27-05, 11:07 PM
Hmmm...seems everyone liked this movie alot more than I did. It was decent but not worthy of a purchase. Case is cool though...
I love the case and may pick it up. It would be one of the few moments where I'd actually buy a title that I did not really care for, movie wise.
Captain Jackal
10-28-05, 12:06 AM
I love the case and may pick it up. It would be one of the few moments where I'd actually buy a title that I did not really care for, movie wise.
Same here. I finally got around to watching it over at a friends house a few weeks ago. While the acting is pretty bad the concept is unique. The packaging is cool as hell and with a ticket to Saw II, I might just have to pick it up.
Ravager61
10-28-05, 12:31 AM
Well i bought the disc when i was in my hometown and everything seemed fine, but when i took it back to my college and try to watch it, i found out the disc was scratched. I'm so mad. Now i have to drive 2 and 1/2 hours to exchange it.
GizmoDVD
10-28-05, 01:17 AM
Saw this today for the first time....awesome idea! I'll have to pick this up...
speedy1961
10-28-05, 02:20 AM
Same here. While the acting is pretty bad the concept is unique. The packaging is cool as hell and with a ticket to Saw II, I might just have to pick it up.
So Best Buy is the only place with the free movie ticket? How do you know which ones have them?
whotony
10-28-05, 11:06 PM
So Best Buy is the only place with the free movie ticket? How do you know which ones have them?
did you see the post right before yours?
surfingelectrod
10-29-05, 12:11 AM
I just wanted to make sure before I go there tomorrow. It's about a 30 minute drive from my house...
GizmoDVD
10-29-05, 03:01 AM
IF they have any left. I had to look through 20 copies to find one witha ticket (There will be a sticker inficating a free ticket)
surfingelectrod
10-29-05, 09:26 AM
Thanks.
Romerojpg
10-29-05, 09:43 AM
Does anyone know what the new CANADIAN version of Saw is like?
same dvd? same packaging? same blood pack etc... ? as its much cheaper and if its identical then its ok, but if the blood pack is gone and its got changed features then it may not be worth it, and the draded multilanguage packaging may be present too :(
jerm_87
10-29-05, 01:49 PM
I'm from Ontario, Canada and the package looks identical to what has been posted. No bilingual artwork. The features are the same as well. I payed like 18 something at Walmart which is good.
Scarface83
10-29-05, 03:22 PM
Sick freakin' case, saw it today at Coconuts.
Do all of them come with ticket to see SAW 2? Or is it in select stores?
Like if I buy it off DDD, would it come with the ticket? If so, awesome deal
Ravager61
10-30-05, 01:15 AM
the ticket is only included if you buy it at best buy I believe.
CanDVDFan
10-30-05, 04:08 AM
Lions Gate titles are bilingual free and will always be just for the simple fact that Lions Gate distribution is split-up for Quebec and the rest of Canada. Crystal Films distributes in Quebec with French dubs and covers while Maple Pictures distributes to the rest with English only audio and artwork.
surfingelectrod
10-30-05, 05:29 PM
I bought this today. The one I got was the last copy at Wal-Mart...the only place I could buy it from. It looks like some of the 'blood' has dried and streaked on the cover in a bright pink color. Once I unwrapped the case, it tried taking off the security label, which was tough, because it was so thin and left gooey residue on the top of the case. Taking off the cardboard backing left glue on the back of the case. After all of that, I carefully tried to open the case, but that didn't work, because part of the side of the case cracked. What was LGF thinking when they designed this thing? I don't think I'm ever buying a DVD in a super jewel box ever again!
The Void
10-30-05, 05:42 PM
I feel the same way. My case was in one piece but the hub was so tight that it had cracked the disc in the center. I have a replacement on it's way to me. When I get it, I'm going to take the discs out once, store them in something else and put the Saw Uncut case away. Those jewel box things are horrible.
scott1598
10-30-05, 06:04 PM
isn't having another thread overkill?
djtoell
10-30-05, 08:57 PM
Wow. I guess this packaging inspires some strong responses. See this thread:
The Free Movie Ticket is Exclusive Only at BestBuy Stores.
On its 1st week of release, its priced at $16.99 and take off the $12 Movie Ticket its like $5 overall (again at BestBuy Stores Only)
Well this offer of Bestbuy sure did help at SAW's opening weekend at the boxoffice! it skyrocketed at $30 Million
xage
10-30-05, 09:11 PM
I guess those who said its the WORST.. then they are sourgraping losers who end up buying a LEMON version.
Its their freedom to express their disgruntlement.. yet they spent $$$ for it....
dtcarson
10-30-05, 09:21 PM
I assume they spent money because they liked the movie, not the packaging. And if the packaging [a relatively meaningless portion of the item] actually *damages* the product that will be used [the disk], I can definitely see some complaining.
Dead
10-31-05, 11:21 AM
I guess those who said its the WORST.. then they are sourgraping losers who end up buying a LEMON version. ...
xage, please don't be insulting to other members. Name calling is uncalled for in discussing your opinion of the packaging.
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