new Casino: Special Edition dvd ?
01-05-06, 05:05 PM
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new Casino: Special Edition dvd ?
does anyone know of any differences between this apparently new 'Casino: Special Edition' dvd being released on Jan 17 2006, and the current '10th Anniversary Edition' dvd?
Special Edition:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C20VPA
10th Anniversary:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007VZ9DK
Special Edition:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C20VPA
10th Anniversary:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007VZ9DK
01-05-06, 08:03 PM
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I'm sure it's just a typo but it states the SE as 178 min. runtime
the 10th Ann. is listed as 179 min. runtime.
the 10th Ann. is listed as 179 min. runtime.
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01-05-06, 09:07 PM
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Amazon has been known to do this when another run of an existing product is about to go out. I'm willing to bet that it's exactly the same release.
01-06-06, 02:09 PM
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Quote:
But....she's got a new hat.
Originally Posted by Trout
It's like a Malibu Stacey with a new hat.
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But it's just the same stupid doll!
But....she's got a new hat.
01-07-06, 02:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr. Cinema
Looks like a price drop. The cover is exactly the same.
01-07-06, 02:32 PM
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Originally Posted by dvd_luver
Amazon.com has a funny way of confusing so many of their customers. It's the same exact release as the current DVD-18 version.
See for yourself at DVDPlanet:
http://www.dvdplanet.com/product_lis...roductid=53902
http://www.dvdplanet.com/product_lis...roductid=64439
Why is Universal doing this? Is there any different content?
01-07-06, 05:16 PM
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I have yet to buy the current release so I'm hoping they pull a switcharoo and release this as a 2 disc without much fanfare like they did with the T2: UE a couple of years ago
01-07-06, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by GoldenJCJ
I have yet to buy the current release so I'm hoping they pull a switcharoo and release this as a 2 disc without much fanfare like they did with the T2: UE a couple of years ago
Looks like casino "anniversary" is taking 1 to 2 days to ship? I'm torn now. Should i buy the anniversary edition before they out of print it or will the special edition release be the same stuff plus more?
03-18-06, 04:07 PM
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a user review on Amazon.com sheds some light onto what this release is. It's a single DVD-9 release.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C20VPA
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C20VPA
New version of last year's Anniversary Edition that actually works..., February 20, 2006
Reviewer: Andrew Bunk "bunkaroo" (Chicago West Suburbs, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This new "Special Edition" is a watered down version of last year's Anniversary Edition. Usually this is a bad thing. However, since Universal can't seem to figure out how to make a DVD-18 work properly, it's actually good they have seen fit to release this title as a single-sided, dual-layered DVD. Unfortunately, in doing so they have dropped most of the extras found on the Anniversary Edition. Still found on this release are the deleted scenes, the commentary and one of the featurettes.
Why they didn't decide to do 2 DVD-9's for this is beyond comprehension, but at least they've dropped the list price a few dollars.
My rating is for the overall the release, although in my opinion both the film and the transfer on this release get 5 stars. Colors are vivid and rich, and detail is very fine.
In closing, if you're not a "special features" junkie, definitely get this release, as it's much more likely to play properly. If you must have the Anniversary Edition, make sure you play the disc right away, because most likely, it will have problems.
Reviewer: Andrew Bunk "bunkaroo" (Chicago West Suburbs, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This new "Special Edition" is a watered down version of last year's Anniversary Edition. Usually this is a bad thing. However, since Universal can't seem to figure out how to make a DVD-18 work properly, it's actually good they have seen fit to release this title as a single-sided, dual-layered DVD. Unfortunately, in doing so they have dropped most of the extras found on the Anniversary Edition. Still found on this release are the deleted scenes, the commentary and one of the featurettes.
Why they didn't decide to do 2 DVD-9's for this is beyond comprehension, but at least they've dropped the list price a few dollars.
My rating is for the overall the release, although in my opinion both the film and the transfer on this release get 5 stars. Colors are vivid and rich, and detail is very fine.
In closing, if you're not a "special features" junkie, definitely get this release, as it's much more likely to play properly. If you must have the Anniversary Edition, make sure you play the disc right away, because most likely, it will have problems.
03-19-06, 11:31 AM
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Glad to see I was wrong, as this is basically a stripped down version of the original DVD-18. I have to laugh at Universal though, for having to release a watered down DVD-9 of this, I think it would have cost them far less to make it a 2-disc set to begin with. Morons.
I am lucky that I haven't had any problems with my copy, it's the DVD-18 version. Still, DVD-18 gives consumers fits, Universal might be starting to realize this.
I am lucky that I haven't had any problems with my copy, it's the DVD-18 version. Still, DVD-18 gives consumers fits, Universal might be starting to realize this.
03-19-06, 11:57 AM
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I posted that review at Amazon aroundthe same time I posted the info in one of the other threads here.
The SE release is definitely the way to goif you don't care about extras, and want a functional disc. Best Buy also seems to have the newer version in good quantities as well. At least it has a different UPC so you can tell the difference.
The SE release is definitely the way to goif you don't care about extras, and want a functional disc. Best Buy also seems to have the newer version in good quantities as well. At least it has a different UPC so you can tell the difference.
03-21-06, 05:34 AM
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You have to love Universal. Instead of giving people who bought the previous edition with disc problems an exchange program, Universal quietly re-issues the disc and does not tell anyone.
03-21-06, 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by eau
Is this new version getting a new UPC different from the anniversary edition? I just want to make sure there is a way to distinguish between the two in the stores.
Check my post right above yours......
Alsom it has a gold banner stating Special Edition instead of Anniversary Edition.
03-21-06, 11:29 AM
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Fok,
The transfer is gorgeous IMO. I never screened the old disc on my current setup, but I think the SE (not the DVD-18) would be worth it to you once it drops under $10, assuming it's not announced for HD.
The transfer is gorgeous IMO. I never screened the old disc on my current setup, but I think the SE (not the DVD-18) would be worth it to you once it drops under $10, assuming it's not announced for HD.
03-22-06, 09:49 AM
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saw both versions at my local BB last night finally. the old one had the shiny holofoil sleeve, this new "SE" version has a plain paper sleeve (no foil enhancement).
