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11-05-04, 02:36 PM
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More TITANIC: SE news
source: thedigitalbits.com
A few weeks ago, we mentioned the possibility that Paramount was going to be releasing a new special collector's edition of James Cameron's Titanic in 2005. We have a little bit of new information. The DVD production work on the title will be handled by 20th Century Fox. Word has leaked out of Fox's European operation that the title is expected to be a 4-disc edition, tentatively set for release in the Summer of 2005. This seems to confirm what we've heard from our industry sources - specifically that the studio was considering a 4-disc presentation. However, from what we've heard, production has not yet officially begun on the title (or is only just starting to happen). NOTHING is set in stone about this release yet, and our sources are telling us that a late 2005 (4th Qtr) release at the earliest is more likely. So don't start counting your chickens yet, but if you're a fan, be comforted in knowing that a better DVD version of the film is finally on the radar in a more substantial way.
A few weeks ago, we mentioned the possibility that Paramount was going to be releasing a new special collector's edition of James Cameron's Titanic in 2005. We have a little bit of new information. The DVD production work on the title will be handled by 20th Century Fox. Word has leaked out of Fox's European operation that the title is expected to be a 4-disc edition, tentatively set for release in the Summer of 2005. This seems to confirm what we've heard from our industry sources - specifically that the studio was considering a 4-disc presentation. However, from what we've heard, production has not yet officially begun on the title (or is only just starting to happen). NOTHING is set in stone about this release yet, and our sources are telling us that a late 2005 (4th Qtr) release at the earliest is more likely. So don't start counting your chickens yet, but if you're a fan, be comforted in knowing that a better DVD version of the film is finally on the radar in a more substantial way.
11-05-04, 03:27 PM
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I just saw this at http://www.davisdvd.com/news/spy.html
Titanic
According to Italian home theater magazine AF Digitale, 20th Century Fox may be in the process of finally releasing the long-awaited Titanic: Special Edition in early 2005. Details are still a bit sketchy, but the magazine reports that the film will receive a mega four-disc set featuring a new DTS ES 6.1 audio track. Of the extras, expect commentaries, deleted footage and mountains of other bonus material. Keep in mind that nothing official has been announced yet. But the fact that it is being reported by a major European publication is good news. My only hesitation is the "early 2005" timeframe. A DVD project of this magnitude would take a good amount of time and planning. For an early 2005 release date, this thing must be in production already, or even nearing completion. So if it has been in production for some time, why haven't we heard rumblings about it until now? Stay tuned for more information if, and when, it is revealed. Thanks to Andrea Alfonso for the scoop.
Titanic
According to Italian home theater magazine AF Digitale, 20th Century Fox may be in the process of finally releasing the long-awaited Titanic: Special Edition in early 2005. Details are still a bit sketchy, but the magazine reports that the film will receive a mega four-disc set featuring a new DTS ES 6.1 audio track. Of the extras, expect commentaries, deleted footage and mountains of other bonus material. Keep in mind that nothing official has been announced yet. But the fact that it is being reported by a major European publication is good news. My only hesitation is the "early 2005" timeframe. A DVD project of this magnitude would take a good amount of time and planning. For an early 2005 release date, this thing must be in production already, or even nearing completion. So if it has been in production for some time, why haven't we heard rumblings about it until now? Stay tuned for more information if, and when, it is revealed. Thanks to Andrea Alfonso for the scoop.
11-05-04, 04:28 PM
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Looking forward to this, especially a four disc presentation (I'd imagine splitting up the film on two disc). Wonder if there will be an option for an extended version of the film (like so many other Cameron flicks like T2, Aliens, Abyss). I'll definitely be picking it up.
However, if memory serves, Fox distributed this film overseas and Paramount did it in the states. I know Paramount distributed the barebones DVD here as well, so why would Fox be distributing the four disc in anywhere but overseas (which could mean that'd we'd be getting a not as cool SE from Paramount, as there SE's are no where near as good as Fox's)?
However, if memory serves, Fox distributed this film overseas and Paramount did it in the states. I know Paramount distributed the barebones DVD here as well, so why would Fox be distributing the four disc in anywhere but overseas (which could mean that'd we'd be getting a not as cool SE from Paramount, as there SE's are no where near as good as Fox's)?
11-05-04, 05:18 PM
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Being 4 discs might lead one to believe that one of those discs may contain some of those National Geographic specials, similar to what was on the Black Hawk Down Deluxe Edition.
11-05-04, 05:47 PM
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Originally posted by Mike Lowrey
Being 4 discs might lead one to believe that one of those discs may contain some of those National Geographic specials, similar to what was on the Black Hawk Down Deluxe Edition.
Being 4 discs might lead one to believe that one of those discs may contain some of those National Geographic specials, similar to what was on the Black Hawk Down Deluxe Edition.
the movie will be split into two disks, since a dts track and commentaries will be inclluded. the other 2 disks will be extras
11-05-04, 05:58 PM
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I know he shot allot more historical footage but left it out in favor of more love story. I'm a fanatic for anything historical. Count me in on this when it is finally released
11-05-04, 06:45 PM
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More Billy Zane please 
or not!
I still find it hard to beleve that the old edition was soo bad, the Biggest film of all time and still no sign of the Ultimate dvd set it deserves, no matter how many people like or dislike the film it IS the biggest film and maybe always will be. So for that reason we need the best dvd set of all time for it.
soon please, with free lifesize replica of the Ship.
or not!
I still find it hard to beleve that the old edition was soo bad, the Biggest film of all time and still no sign of the Ultimate dvd set it deserves, no matter how many people like or dislike the film it IS the biggest film and maybe always will be. So for that reason we need the best dvd set of all time for it.
soon please, with free lifesize replica of the Ship.
02-10-05, 05:48 PM
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New update:
"Here's a big title a lot of you have been waiting for. In fact, one might even call it a titanic title. Yes... we've confirmed with our industry sources that a multi-disc Titanic: Special Collector's Edition is finally in production (and yes, with anamorphic widescreen video). Fox will release it internationally, while Paramount will release it here in the States. According to our sources, the tentative plan calls for having it on store shelves in the 4th Qtr of this year. IF that's the case, we believe that Paramount and Fox would have to make official announcements sometime in the next few months. Stay tuned for more on this as it develops."
http://www.thedigitalbits.com/rumormill.html
"Here's a big title a lot of you have been waiting for. In fact, one might even call it a titanic title. Yes... we've confirmed with our industry sources that a multi-disc Titanic: Special Collector's Edition is finally in production (and yes, with anamorphic widescreen video). Fox will release it internationally, while Paramount will release it here in the States. According to our sources, the tentative plan calls for having it on store shelves in the 4th Qtr of this year. IF that's the case, we believe that Paramount and Fox would have to make official announcements sometime in the next few months. Stay tuned for more on this as it develops."
http://www.thedigitalbits.com/rumormill.html
02-10-05, 06:51 PM
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New update:
"Here's a big title a lot of you have been waiting for. In fact, one might even call it a titanic title. Yes... we've confirmed with our industry sources that a multi-disc Titanic: Special Collector's Edition is finally in production (and yes, with anamorphic widescreen video). Fox will release it internationally, while Paramount will release it here in the States. According to our sources, the tentative plan calls for having it on store shelves in the 4th Qtr of this year. IF that's the case, we believe that Paramount and Fox would have to make official announcements sometime in the next few months. Stay tuned for more on this as it develops."
http://www.thedigitalbits.com/rumormill.html
"Here's a big title a lot of you have been waiting for. In fact, one might even call it a titanic title. Yes... we've confirmed with our industry sources that a multi-disc Titanic: Special Collector's Edition is finally in production (and yes, with anamorphic widescreen video). Fox will release it internationally, while Paramount will release it here in the States. According to our sources, the tentative plan calls for having it on store shelves in the 4th Qtr of this year. IF that's the case, we believe that Paramount and Fox would have to make official announcements sometime in the next few months. Stay tuned for more on this as it develops."
http://www.thedigitalbits.com/rumormill.html
02-10-05, 08:25 PM
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Figured they would release it in late 2005 to capitalize on the holiday season.
I would get excited if it weren't for the fact that it is Paramount doing the releasing over here and they tend to always find a way to give the minimum while asking for the maximum. With the exception of the Godfather set, I have yet to see Paramount do an outstanding release of a SE.
I would get excited if it weren't for the fact that it is Paramount doing the releasing over here and they tend to always find a way to give the minimum while asking for the maximum. With the exception of the Godfather set, I have yet to see Paramount do an outstanding release of a SE.
02-10-05, 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Dr. DVD
With the exception of the Godfather set, I have yet to see Paramount do an outstanding release of a SE.
I'm VERY much looking forward to retiring my non-anamorphic copy of Titanic for this boxed set.
02-10-05, 09:09 PM
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