Labyrinth of Passion (Almodovar)
06-19-07, 09:37 AM
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I don't mind the second artwork, but the best "source" they could find is someone's folded-up poster? Are those fold-lines supposed to be there?
Normally, I don't care quite so much as others. But we've seen some fine cover art for Almodovar DVDs -- Optimum's single-disc releases, especially, and Pathe and Sony to a somewhat lesser extent.
Normally, I don't care quite so much as others. But we've seen some fine cover art for Almodovar DVDs -- Optimum's single-disc releases, especially, and Pathe and Sony to a somewhat lesser extent.
06-20-07, 10:20 AM
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The first cover is much more in keeping with Optimum's fine, fine covers for early Almodovar titles like "Pepi, Luci, Bom...", "Dark Habits", and "What Have I Done to Deserve This?" (and "Kika", as well), so I suspect I'd prefer it on that basis. Hopefully the spine won't be ruined with big Tartan logos.
I've heard that the Weinstein's new company will be releasing a new "Dark Habits" disc in R1. Should I be encouraged?
I've heard that the Weinstein's new company will be releasing a new "Dark Habits" disc in R1. Should I be encouraged?
06-20-07, 12:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Richard Malloy
I've heard that the Weinstein's new company will be releasing a new "Dark Habits" disc in R1. Should I be encouraged?
As to Dark Habits, a new release will likely but a better one. For two reasons: the old Wellspring disc is not properly sourced and cut.
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06-22-07, 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by zombeaner
As far as I can tell the Wellspring version is considerably longer than any other available version right now.
BEWARE!! THIS IS AN EDITED VERSION!!, December 7, 2003
By Rob Ez (Chicago) - See all my reviews
I must foremost thank Wellspring, the distributor of this film, for releasing this Almodóvar masterpiece on DVD..however..I am not sure who was behind this release..but, being familiar with the original release of this film..I was shocked and perplexed for the fact that this DVD issue is an EDITED version, cutting off approx. 15 mins of this film. I dont know WHy they did this, or what...I felt they cut off some important scenes..
#1..Yolana Bell's opening number, where we first see her performing..she did a song called "Dime" (which is in fact, a Spanish version of Morris Albert's "Feelings")
#2. a conversation among the Redeeming sisters and a redeemed girl from the past, where they run into each other on the Sister's outdoor stand, where they sell cakes, flowers and peppers.
#3. The Sisters' explaining to nuns from their mother chapter, that they had been robbed, talking it over the punch bowl. Also cutting off a funny line, where the sisters gossip over a younger nun, saying that "she's far to pretty for this vocation, but time will take care of that"
#4. A small bit of Sister Rat From Sewer's opening speech before Yolanda's performance for the Mother Superior's birthday party. in this DVD issue, they go straight to Sister Rat talking on stage, completely taking out her peeking out from the curtain and quieting down the crowd.
but ultimately, I am happy that this movie saw the light of day AGAIN, it had been out of print on video for years..so, its a great buy, but be bewared that it's edited. If u have never seen this movie before, then it wont be a problem. Hardcore fans like myself might have a problem.
By Rob Ez (Chicago) - See all my reviews
I must foremost thank Wellspring, the distributor of this film, for releasing this Almodóvar masterpiece on DVD..however..I am not sure who was behind this release..but, being familiar with the original release of this film..I was shocked and perplexed for the fact that this DVD issue is an EDITED version, cutting off approx. 15 mins of this film. I dont know WHy they did this, or what...I felt they cut off some important scenes..
#1..Yolana Bell's opening number, where we first see her performing..she did a song called "Dime" (which is in fact, a Spanish version of Morris Albert's "Feelings")
#2. a conversation among the Redeeming sisters and a redeemed girl from the past, where they run into each other on the Sister's outdoor stand, where they sell cakes, flowers and peppers.
#3. The Sisters' explaining to nuns from their mother chapter, that they had been robbed, talking it over the punch bowl. Also cutting off a funny line, where the sisters gossip over a younger nun, saying that "she's far to pretty for this vocation, but time will take care of that"
#4. A small bit of Sister Rat From Sewer's opening speech before Yolanda's performance for the Mother Superior's birthday party. in this DVD issue, they go straight to Sister Rat talking on stage, completely taking out her peeking out from the curtain and quieting down the crowd.
but ultimately, I am happy that this movie saw the light of day AGAIN, it had been out of print on video for years..so, its a great buy, but be bewared that it's edited. If u have never seen this movie before, then it wont be a problem. Hardcore fans like myself might have a problem.
07-03-07, 11:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Richard Malloy
So, no one's yet taken the plunge on Tartan's "Labyrinth of Passion"?
I will specifically request this one for review....
How's that?
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07-05-07, 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted by pro-bassoonist
Because of you...
I will specifically request this one for review....
How's that?
Pro-B
I will specifically request this one for review....
How's that?
Pro-B
Do you request from xploited? If it's any help, I hope they know that all those pricey New Star Angelopoulos DVDs I purchased from them were the result of your reviews. And I suspect you also had a hand in convincing me to shell out for the (also pricey) German "High Heels" disc. I couldn't be more satisfied with any of 'em!
...glad you liked your discs.