Re-Release for Fritz Lang's M CC
03-03-04 | 05:39 PM
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Re-Release for Fritz Lang's M CC
From the criterion web page,
The original Criterion edition of Fritz Lang's groundbreaking suspense masterwork M will be taken out of print on March 31 to make room for an all new DVD edition of the film, slated for release late in 2004. The upcoming re-release of M will feature a pristine transfer from newly restored film elements, as well as a host of new special features. Keep an eye on this space for more details in the coming months.
Can't wait for this one.
The original Criterion edition of Fritz Lang's groundbreaking suspense masterwork M will be taken out of print on March 31 to make room for an all new DVD edition of the film, slated for release late in 2004. The upcoming re-release of M will feature a pristine transfer from newly restored film elements, as well as a host of new special features. Keep an eye on this space for more details in the coming months.
Can't wait for this one.
03-03-04 | 05:58 PM
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an upgrade may be in order. thanks for the heads-up!!! good timing for this thread....just picked up the BFI Film Classics book, M, from Anton Kaes. will be readin' it tonight.
03-03-04 | 05:59 PM
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Criterion's re-release will likely be very similar in transfer and extras to the R2 (UK) double-disc set released by Eureka last October:
Comparison from DVD Beaver (see Eureka screen captures and list of extras)
If so, an upgrade will be a no-brainer, as the Eureka set is outstanding.
I doubt there'll be a discount or rebate since there will be so much added value with the new release (which there is not with the re-release of Charade).
Comparison from DVD Beaver (see Eureka screen captures and list of extras)
If so, an upgrade will be a no-brainer, as the Eureka set is outstanding.
I doubt there'll be a discount or rebate since there will be so much added value with the new release (which there is not with the re-release of Charade).
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03-03-04 | 06:05 PM
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The $15 discount for current owners of Charade is a new policy by Criterion, and the details haven't been posted yet. From their website:
The new anamorphic re-release of Stanley Donen's Charade will be available on April 6. Collectors who already own the original Criterion release of Charade may wish to hold onto it, as the re-release features minor changes to the menus, packaging, and disc label, in addition to the new film transfer. For those owners of the original Charade interested in purchasing the new edition, Criterion will be offering a $15 discount off the suggested retail price. Watch this space and our homepage news for more details.
03-03-04 | 06:25 PM
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Originally posted by FilmFanSea
The $15 discount for current owners of Charade is a new policy by Criterion, and the details haven't been posted yet. From their website:
The $15 discount for current owners of Charade is a new policy by Criterion, and the details haven't been posted yet. From their website:
03-03-04 | 09:49 PM
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I might get the new one...depends on how good it is...and if they throw any extras on it...
I might get the new one...depends on how good it is...and if they throw any extras on it...
pristine transfer from newly restored film elements, as well as a host of new special features
I've been on the verge of getting the R2 set which has receieved rave reviews .. I'll wait a bit to see exactly what Criterion has, and if they raise the MSRP to $39.95 or note.
03-03-04 | 10:24 PM
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Here's a question from a novice CC collector. When Criterion re-releases a title, do they use the same spine number as the first release? Or do they add it to the end of the line up?
03-03-04 | 10:25 PM
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From my experience, they keep the original spine number.
03-03-04 | 11:07 PM
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Originally posted by TomOpus
From my experience, they keep the original spine number.
From my experience, they keep the original spine number.
03-04-04 | 01:08 AM
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Originally posted by TracerBullet
How much better could "newly restored film elements" be, unless they're referring to recently discovered film elements? M is a 70 year old film, after all.
How much better could "newly restored film elements" be, unless they're referring to recently discovered film elements? M is a 70 year old film, after all.
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03-04-04 | 02:16 AM
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Does this mean the white line at the top of the screen druing the last 20 minutes will be gone? I know this probably sounds like a lame "newbie" OAR/Widescreen HDTV type question, but there really IS a white line at the top of the print on the Criterion version. 
03-04-04 | 12:01 PM
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Excellent news! I just sold mine a few weeks back because I was planning on getting the R2 version. I guess I'll just wait and pick up the new Criterion release.