"Lost" S1 DVD (September 6)
11-09-04, 12:13 PM
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"Lost" S1 DVD (September 6)
Based on its tremendous popularity, the release was a given however, some of the little details of what the DVD set will entails, its interesting.
This is from a Dark Horizon article based on an appearance of Paul Dini in a comic book convention.
"The decision to air the show in "Pan and Scan" was the network's decision and the DVDs feature widescreen transfers of the show._
One of the original marketing plans was to release the DVD of the two hour pilot some three weeks after it aired. ABC moved on to the concept of just re-airing the show, like NBC and CBS do now, on Saturdays for those viewers who need to catch up. DVD sets are planned with deleted scenes but Disney and Bad Robot have not decided on any release dates yet. Some time last year ABC decided that they, like the other networks, needed to have a series shot in Hawaii. LOST was ABC's attempt to have a scripted or dramatic version of Survivor. Although ABC preferred to think of it as a "deserted island" show. "
Here is the link to the article. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ARTICLE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE SHOW.
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This is from a Dark Horizon article based on an appearance of Paul Dini in a comic book convention.
"The decision to air the show in "Pan and Scan" was the network's decision and the DVDs feature widescreen transfers of the show._
One of the original marketing plans was to release the DVD of the two hour pilot some three weeks after it aired. ABC moved on to the concept of just re-airing the show, like NBC and CBS do now, on Saturdays for those viewers who need to catch up. DVD sets are planned with deleted scenes but Disney and Bad Robot have not decided on any release dates yet. Some time last year ABC decided that they, like the other networks, needed to have a series shot in Hawaii. LOST was ABC's attempt to have a scripted or dramatic version of Survivor. Although ABC preferred to think of it as a "deserted island" show. "
Here is the link to the article. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ARTICLE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE SHOW.
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11-09-04, 01:03 PM
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Originally posted by Groucho
I was WISHING this would come out on DVD and my it CAME TRUE!
I was WISHING this would come out on DVD and my it CAME TRUE!
Want me to send a T-Rex over there to squish you?!
11-09-04, 02:52 PM
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Originally posted by Groucho
I was WISHING this would come out on DVD and my it CAME TRUE!
I was WISHING this would come out on DVD and my it CAME TRUE!
11-09-04, 03:51 PM
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Originally posted by Groucho
I was WISHING this would come out on DVD and my it CAME TRUE!
I was WISHING this would come out on DVD and my it CAME TRUE!
11-09-04, 03:52 PM
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Originally posted by JEStinson3
Wait a minute, is there really a T-Rex? If there is, then my desire to see this show just dropped drastically.
Wait a minute, is there really a T-Rex? If there is, then my desire to see this show just dropped drastically.
11-09-04, 03:52 PM
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Originally posted by Mike Lowrey
Interesting. I haven't watched this show. Is it worth a blind buy once released?
Interesting. I haven't watched this show. Is it worth a blind buy once released?
11-10-04, 02:14 AM
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Squaresoft, i'd say you were in the minority over your opinion of 'Lost', as many out there feel it is one of the best, if not the best things on TV.
And i'd say a DVD release for a show like this is kind of a given.
And i'd say a DVD release for a show like this is kind of a given.
11-10-04, 05:36 AM
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Well, I agree with squaresoft7. I tried to watch it as the premise seemed intriguing to me-- monster and all. But after the first show I found the acting stilted and the script so contrived, highlighted with the lamest dialogue. It got embarrassing, how often I shook my head and groaned as I watched the story unfold.
So is this worth a blind buy to you? I just recommend watching an episode, so you can decide for yourself. Some people really like this standard of story-telling and acting. I know I don't.
So is this worth a blind buy to you? I just recommend watching an episode, so you can decide for yourself. Some people really like this standard of story-telling and acting. I know I don't.
Spoiler:
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11-10-04, 08:30 AM
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Excellent blind buy. This is one of the top 3 shows on the air right now. Everything about this show is well done and the writing is excellent as well as the acting. Once you watch the pilot, you are hooked!
11-10-04, 08:50 AM
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Originally posted by ChrisHicks
I wonder if it will have an audio comm. from the giant T-rex?
I wonder if it will have an audio comm. from the giant T-rex?
I really enjoy this show, and this is coming from someone who otherwise NEVER watches network television. There are some contrived moments, but there are also some genuinely moving, tense, and intriguing ones as well. And I guarantee the show will surprise you a couple times.
My favorite part of the show right now is learning the backstories of all of the characters through flashbacks. The show is more character-focused than plot-focused, which I think is the key to its success. You don't see much of that kind of entertainment in the States.
I really wish they'd broadcast the show in letterbox so even those of us without HDTV could enjoy the original framing. Good to know that it will be presented that way on DVD.
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11-10-04, 09:16 AM
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keep in mind i've seen every episode of this show to date:
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
11-10-04, 09:24 AM
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Originally posted by squaresoft7
keep in mind i've seen every episode of this show to date:
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
keep in mind i've seen every episode of this show to date:
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
11-10-04, 09:30 AM
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Originally posted by JEStinson3
Wait a minute, is there really a T-Rex? If there is, then my desire to see this show just dropped drastically.
Wait a minute, is there really a T-Rex? If there is, then my desire to see this show just dropped drastically.
The writers have also said that they will not do sci-fi on the show.
11-10-04, 10:04 AM
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Originally posted by squaresoft7
keep in mind i've seen every episode of this show to date:
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
keep in mind i've seen every episode of this show to date:
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
11-10-04, 10:14 AM
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Originally posted by squaresoft7
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
well i'm really not trying to threadcrap but i agree with slowcloud, this show teased everyone with like a dino-island sorta thing, then now they devote an entire hour to each supporting characters background which has nothing to do with the island at all, so based on the question is this a good blind buy i can't honestly say yes, because to me this show is extremely contrived and poorly written. So i hope that helps the person asking if to buy this.
Sounds like ploppies to me even with the veiled apology. 
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