Sharky's Machine (Burt Reynolds)--FS only?
 

I've tried searching for this, and only found mention in an old thread about Burt's "Stick".

The only DVD of Sharky's Machine is full-screen, right? Is it pan-and-scan?
I have dim memories of this from when I was little and am tempted to rent the current DVD. How crappy is it (the a/v, I mean)? Any word of a proper DVD release?

It's okay. I've seen far worse FS transfers, but it's still pretty old. I got the version in a 3-pack with "Hooper" and "Stroker Ace" on the same disc for around $10. It's worth picking up because I really doubt there will ever be an SE.

Why do you say that?

In any case, I'm in the mood for something like this, so I'll rent it.

It's a nice full screen transfer.
Worth buying.

[zombiezilla shudders]

http://www.ezydvd.com.au/item.zml/227174 If you are region free...

Great anamorphic widescreen transfer in this one. I own it.

Hmmmm...how much is shipping to the U.S.?

Edit: nevermind--total of $17.50 AU, not too bad.

The phrases "great" and "full screen transfer" and "worth buying" just do not go together AT ALL.

Is it definitely cropped and/or pan-and-scan?

Bump. I'm watching this crap full screen transfer now. The thing that really bothers me, though, is the audio mix! I watch DVDs on my PC, as I have a Dell WFP 2007 wide screen. My audio level is maxed out, and the dialog is still quiet! What the hell?! Worst I've come across yet.

How's the audio on the Australia anamorphic?

If you include [sarcasm] [/sarcasm] tags, it makes the statement perfect.

Damn, it looks like it's out of stock! Is there another site that carries this DVD? I've been looking for the WS version for a long time. Thanks.

This has got to be the only good movie Dan Inosanto was in.

I noticed that, too. Perhaps with a new film adaptation of the book next year, this will get a proper release.

IIRC it is just fine, but I will check it out and get back to you!