Dawn of the Dead Question
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Dawn of the Dead Question
I just got the new boxset. If I am going to watch this with someone who will probably only sit through one of the versions with me- which should I watch with them? Thanks!
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I like the European/Zombi cut myself, but that's just me.
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100% agree with the theatrical cut. It's damn near perfect. While it's nice to finally have ZOMBI on DVD for completeness sake, I've never been a big fan of that cut of the film.
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I've been on the fence about this one. I already have the 2-disc Divimax. If the US theatrical is already the best cut (which from what I read I think I would agree with), anybody have a good reason other than curiosity about the other cuts to upgrade?
If I had been able to wait for this release and not bought the Divimax in March, I would buy this. But if you only watch the US version, what is worth the $30 upgrade (minus what I get for the Divimax version) over what I have?
If I had been able to wait for this release and not bought the Divimax in March, I would buy this. But if you only watch the US version, what is worth the $30 upgrade (minus what I get for the Divimax version) over what I have?
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The Theatrical is by far the best of the three versions.
Bill, it depends on what you want the set for, as to whether it is worth the upgrade to you.
I'll probabley never watch either of the alt versions again, but I like knowing that I have them accessible should I ever want need to. It was worth the money to satisfy my curiosity.
I'm very fanatical about Dawn of the Dead, so I really wanted those other cuts. I wouldn't want three seperate versions of say Star Wars. It's a good movie, but as I'm only a casual fan of it, I'd be happy with the copy I have now.
Bill, it depends on what you want the set for, as to whether it is worth the upgrade to you.
I'll probabley never watch either of the alt versions again, but I like knowing that I have them accessible should I ever want need to. It was worth the money to satisfy my curiosity.
I'm very fanatical about Dawn of the Dead, so I really wanted those other cuts. I wouldn't want three seperate versions of say Star Wars. It's a good movie, but as I'm only a casual fan of it, I'd be happy with the copy I have now.
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Originally posted by Bill Needle
I've been on the fence about this one. I already have the 2-disc Divimax. If the US theatrical is already the best cut (which from what I read I think I would agree with), anybody have a good reason other than curiosity about the other cuts to upgrade?
If I had been able to wait for this release and not bought the Divimax in March, I would buy this. But if you only watch the US version, what is worth the $30 upgrade (minus what I get for the Divimax version) over what I have?
I've been on the fence about this one. I already have the 2-disc Divimax. If the US theatrical is already the best cut (which from what I read I think I would agree with), anybody have a good reason other than curiosity about the other cuts to upgrade?
If I had been able to wait for this release and not bought the Divimax in March, I would buy this. But if you only watch the US version, what is worth the $30 upgrade (minus what I get for the Divimax version) over what I have?
I'm watching the European cut and it definitely has a "Euro" feel to it. If I get the time, I'll splice all 3 cuts to recreate the "bootleg" cut I have on VHS.
I'm extremely impressed with this release. AB has done everything right with it, IMO. (But then again, not surprising since Lustig left... he seemed to have a chip on his shoulder about anything Romero-related)
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Originally posted by Crocker Jarmen
The Theatrical is by far the best of the three versions.
Bill, it depends on what you want the set for, as to whether it is worth the upgrade to you.
I'll probabley never watch either of the alt versions again, but I like knowing that I have them accessible should I ever want need to. It was worth the money to satisfy my curiosity.
I'm very fanatical about Dawn of the Dead, so I really wanted those other cuts. I wouldn't want three seperate versions of say Star Wars. It's a good movie, but as I'm only a casual fan of it, I'd be happy with the copy I have now.
The Theatrical is by far the best of the three versions.
Bill, it depends on what you want the set for, as to whether it is worth the upgrade to you.
I'll probabley never watch either of the alt versions again, but I like knowing that I have them accessible should I ever want need to. It was worth the money to satisfy my curiosity.
I'm very fanatical about Dawn of the Dead, so I really wanted those other cuts. I wouldn't want three seperate versions of say Star Wars. It's a good movie, but as I'm only a casual fan of it, I'd be happy with the copy I have now.
And thanks for the response.
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Originally posted by Geofferson
For those who prefer the US cut (or the Euro cut for that matter), do you do so because of the musical score, cut/added scenes or both?
For those who prefer the US cut (or the Euro cut for that matter), do you do so because of the musical score, cut/added scenes or both?
I have a "bootleg" cut on VHS that is essentially the US cut with scenes from the other cuts added in, or replace US scenes if they contain longer versions. That weighs in at about 146 min.
I'm usually a purist for the original theatrical cuts of films, but my favorite cut of Dawn is Anchor Bay's "Anniversary" cut. It is the US version with a few of the added scenes (such as the dock scene) from the "Director's" cut. All of the benefits of what makes the US cut so good, with a few added scenes to flesh the story out without noticeably effecting the pacing or feel of the film.