The "Should I upgrade?" thread... (merged)
03-18-06 | 12:48 PM
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No one answered about Scarface yet??
I really want to pick up the boxed set to get the orginal 1930's version but at that price I want to know if the upgrade on the 80's version is worth ditching the older release.
I really want to pick up the boxed set to get the orginal 1930's version but at that price I want to know if the upgrade on the 80's version is worth ditching the older release.
09-21-06 | 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by ShaunoftheDead
Backdraft before it is possibly recalled that is.
N/M just read the thread relating to this:
http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread.php?t=478351
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09-22-06 | 07:40 AM
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Originally Posted by eau
Ghost In the Shell: Stand Alone Complex LE's
Each SE also incudes a different pack-in bonus:
v.1: soundtrack CD 1
v.2: Be Human CD
v.3: web Motoko t-shirt
v.4: Motoko ID card
v.5: Batou ID card
v.6: Togusa ID card & Batou t-shirt
v.7: metal box to hold entire season & Laughing Man t-shirt
Some of that stuff is going to have limited appeal but your mileage may vary. I suppose the ID cards are so you can convince your friends and neighbors you're really an agent of Section Nine. I believe the t-shirts all come in a size Large. The first season SEs also feature reversible cover art.
Volume 7 is becoming quite rare because even people who bought the standard releases are buying this SE for the metal box.
Originally Posted by eau
Ghost In the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG LE's
The two DVDs are stacked on top of each other on the same hub, but aren't actually touching. Still there have been numerous reports of the discs coming loose during the shipping process.
The pack-in bonuses for season two are:
v.1: soundtrack CD 2
v.2: mousepad & playing cards
v.3: Motoko & Tachikoma figures
v.4: Batou, android maid, & Meditech president figures
v.5: Togusa & Tachikoma figures
v.6: Tachikoma, android maid, & Meditech president figures
v.7: metal box to hold entire season, soundtrack CD 3, & Motoko figure
The second season volume 7 will officially be released on the 26th. You can see pics in this thread . IMO it looks fantastic and even better than the metal box for season one.
09-23-06 | 01:08 AM
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Originally Posted by DVDude!
- Lost Boys: Any opinions?
- Fly, The/Fly 2: I noticed that the The Fly DVD is well-regarded, but I'm still on the fence.Cinema[/b].
Lost Boys S.E. is loaded with extras & picture looks better IMO.
09-23-06 | 01:11 AM
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Originally Posted by GoldenJCJ
How about Lawrence of Arabia. I've got the 2-disk LE. should I also get the Superbit edition? I'm on the fence over the replacedment of the intermission.
Starship Troopers I've got the original release. I don't know whether to upgrade to the 2-disk SE or the superbit edition?
Starship Troopers I've got the original release. I don't know whether to upgrade to the 2-disk SE or the superbit edition?
01-25-07 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by basaro
How about The Outsiders?
I can't decide if I want the newly assembled director cut, I have dismissed this a few times already, but keep asking myself again. Mostly I'm concerned about the score and soundtrack changes affecting the feel of the film, not the extra scenes. I did read a review somewhere that said Stay Gold was still part of the soundtrack, does it still open and close the film? Are the music changes good or bad? Most of all, what does everyone think about the new version, did you upgrade and keep the original? Which version do you prefer?
I can't decide if I want the newly assembled director cut, I have dismissed this a few times already, but keep asking myself again. Mostly I'm concerned about the score and soundtrack changes affecting the feel of the film, not the extra scenes. I did read a review somewhere that said Stay Gold was still part of the soundtrack, does it still open and close the film? Are the music changes good or bad? Most of all, what does everyone think about the new version, did you upgrade and keep the original? Which version do you prefer?
01-25-07 | 11:59 AM
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Thanks for bumping this thread. I'm wondering if I should upgrade these:
Reservoir Dogs from 10th Anniversary Edition to 15th Anniversary
Dr. Strangelove from Special Edition to 40th Anniversary
Reservoir Dogs from 10th Anniversary Edition to 15th Anniversary
Dr. Strangelove from Special Edition to 40th Anniversary
01-25-07 | 07:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Lunatikk
Thanks for bumping this thread. I'm wondering if I should upgrade these:
Reservoir Dogs from 10th Anniversary Edition to 15th Anniversary
Reservoir Dogs from 10th Anniversary Edition to 15th Anniversary
01-26-07 | 06:17 PM
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I prefer the original cut of the Outsiders to the new version. I'd hold on to both.
I have yet to pick up the Resivoir Dogs disc, but by all indications the transfer is perfect and the audio issues were worked out. Its a must have.
I have yet to pick up the Resivoir Dogs disc, but by all indications the transfer is perfect and the audio issues were worked out. Its a must have.
01-26-07 | 09:38 PM
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I'm still debating on the Dark Sky "Texas Chainsaw Massacre". I know the transfer is greatly improved, but I heard they lost the hilarious trailers (like for part 3) that were on the already impressive Pioneer release. I also love the original artwork, so I wouldn't sell it, but would possibly buy the new one eventually.
01-27-07 | 10:35 AM
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All Quiet on the Western Front 2/6/07 Remastered??
Have the original version of this and it is in need of restoration and was wondering if the version being released on 2/06/07 is just repackaged or an improved version?
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01-27-07 | 12:42 PM
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The Silence of the Lambs - Collector's Edition
I probably am going to buy it, but I want to know if there were any features from the last DVD that weren't ported over to this one.
01-27-07 | 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by ReduxGuy
I probably am going to buy it, but I want to know if there were any features from the last DVD that weren't ported over to this one.
Almost 6 years ago MGM put out this film, identifying the DVD as a 'Special Edition'. This new product is labeled 'Collector's Edition' and is stacked with a 2nd disc of supplements although the director commentary on the Criterion is conspicuously absent. With all the extras on a second disc it allows for more information on the first for the film and its image has benefited.
Audio appears duplicated from the original MGM 2001 digital release - a 5.1 English and standard French and Spanish DUBs.
The MGM is loaded with, generally, very good extras (although many are repeated on the old SE) - 3 hours worth of documentaries including Inside the Labyrinth: Making of The Silence of the Lambs (1:03:12), The Silence of the Lambs: Page to Screen (2 Part - 40 minutes), Jonathan Demme & Jodie Foster (3 Part - 52:35), Scoring the Silence (15:00) and the Original 1991 Making Of Featurette (8:00). There are also 22 Deleted Scenes, about 2 minutes of Outtakes, an Anthony Hopkins Phone Message, many TV Spots and some photo galleries. Included in the liner notes are some recipe cards with a Hannibal Lector invitation on one side and instructions for cooking such favorites as Fava Beans, Roast Saddle of Lamb and Deviled Lamb's Tongue - kind of cute addition.
Audio appears duplicated from the original MGM 2001 digital release - a 5.1 English and standard French and Spanish DUBs.
The MGM is loaded with, generally, very good extras (although many are repeated on the old SE) - 3 hours worth of documentaries including Inside the Labyrinth: Making of The Silence of the Lambs (1:03:12), The Silence of the Lambs: Page to Screen (2 Part - 40 minutes), Jonathan Demme & Jodie Foster (3 Part - 52:35), Scoring the Silence (15:00) and the Original 1991 Making Of Featurette (8:00). There are also 22 Deleted Scenes, about 2 minutes of Outtakes, an Anthony Hopkins Phone Message, many TV Spots and some photo galleries. Included in the liner notes are some recipe cards with a Hannibal Lector invitation on one side and instructions for cooking such favorites as Fava Beans, Roast Saddle of Lamb and Deviled Lamb's Tongue - kind of cute addition.
http://www.dvdbeaver.com/film/DVDCompare/silence.htm
