The Rules Of The Game
02-27-04, 09:19 AM
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The Rules Of The Game
When I need a Criterion fix, I'm always tempted to buy this when I see it at Suncoast and Borders.
I haven't seen it though so question is, is this available for rent? I'm always on the fence about blind buys so I prefer to rent something I've not seen before I buy it.
The Hollywood Video I frequent has a great selection of Criterion titles in their foreign section but sadly, TROTG isn't among those titles.
I haven't seen it though so question is, is this available for rent? I'm always on the fence about blind buys so I prefer to rent something I've not seen before I buy it.
The Hollywood Video I frequent has a great selection of Criterion titles in their foreign section but sadly, TROTG isn't among those titles.
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02-27-04, 10:12 AM
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ok....first welcome to the forum....and before some of the older guys slam you....do a search next time when you need some info as there are many topics that have been covered already.
With this said, I dont know what is available in your area so....I suppose you could always rent it through Netfilx, or Nichefilx.
As to the issue of "blind buy"...if there EVER was a film that needed no discussion...THIS IS IT. One of the all time classics!!!
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With this said, I dont know what is available in your area so....I suppose you could always rent it through Netfilx, or Nichefilx.
As to the issue of "blind buy"...if there EVER was a film that needed no discussion...THIS IS IT. One of the all time classics!!!
Welcome again!
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02-27-04, 10:25 AM
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I thought of doing a search but I figured what the hell and decided to start a new topic anyway. I'll be more "careful" in the future.
I'm always eyeing The Rules Of The Game at work so with my employee discount, I'll probably just do a blind buy and hope for the best.
It's a classic I know, but still I wanted to play it safe before adding it to my collection.
By the by, thanks for the welcome. Long time lurker, first time poster.
I'm always eyeing The Rules Of The Game at work so with my employee discount, I'll probably just do a blind buy and hope for the best.
It's a classic I know, but still I wanted to play it safe before adding it to my collection.
By the by, thanks for the welcome. Long time lurker, first time poster.
02-27-04, 10:31 AM
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One thing that confused me a bit when I was a new member here was which forum to ask questions in.
DVDTalk - should be discussion of the disks, features, etc.
MovieTalk - should be discussion of the film
Review and Recommendations - is the forum to explore for previous review of a film. It also the place where people ask questions regarding blind buys.
Bargains - This is the section to look into if you are looking for DVD purchasing deals.
Other - is for various non-dvd related topics
Each of the forums are searchable, enabling you to find previous threads discussing the topic you are interested. If you hang out here long enough, you'll see a lot of repetitive questions being asked that could be avoided by seaching for a previous thread.
Hope that helps and welcome to the forum.
DVDTalk - should be discussion of the disks, features, etc.
MovieTalk - should be discussion of the film
Review and Recommendations - is the forum to explore for previous review of a film. It also the place where people ask questions regarding blind buys.
Bargains - This is the section to look into if you are looking for DVD purchasing deals.
Other - is for various non-dvd related topics
Each of the forums are searchable, enabling you to find previous threads discussing the topic you are interested. If you hang out here long enough, you'll see a lot of repetitive questions being asked that could be avoided by seaching for a previous thread.
Hope that helps and welcome to the forum.
02-27-04, 10:50 AM
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Get this DVD now! I got it two weeks ago after a friend highly recommended it. I was torn between Ikiru (which I got first) and this. Only when my wife gave me a $20 Barnes & Noble gift card on Valentine's day did I break down and get it. Haven't watched it yet but I strongly go by my friend's recommendations.
I even like the packaging - a blue slipcase over a black & white digipak!
I even like the packaging - a blue slipcase over a black & white digipak!
(once you get there you'd know why)
02-27-04, 11:30 AM
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Originally posted by RockyMtnBri
I even like the packaging - a blue slipcase over a black & white digipak!
I even like the packaging - a blue slipcase over a black & white digipak!
Based on what I've read of the movie, and how chock full of special feature goodness it is, I'll probably buy it after I get a few other titles I've put off for too long.
02-28-04, 12:15 AM
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It's one of the only films to be on every 10-year Sight & Sound Critic's Poll of the best films of all time.
Essentially, it's the French "Citizen Kane."
Essentially, it's the French "Citizen Kane."
02-28-04, 12:29 AM
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Originally posted by chente
Other - is for various non-dvd related topics
Other - is for various non-dvd related topics
I guess that's one way to put it! As for the film, I think that you will be hard pressed to find someone who wouldn't recommend this film as a blind buy.
