Freaks and Geeks Yearbook to be re-released?
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I am a big fan of the show and own the yearbook, but I don't get the frustration here. I'm not exactly happy about it, but why the anger? Is it because, at some point, you plan/hope to sell the dvd set and you feel this diminishes the value now?
Other than that, I'm confused as to why one would care enough to give a crap.
Other than that, I'm confused as to why one would care enough to give a crap.
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Originally Posted by PacMan2006
I am a big fan of the show and own the yearbook, but I don't get the frustration here. I'm not exactly happy about it, but why the anger? Is it because, at some point, you plan/hope to sell the dvd set and you feel this diminishes the value now?
Other than that, I'm confused as to why one would care enough to give a crap.
Other than that, I'm confused as to why one would care enough to give a crap.
And now it's theoretically being mass-produced.
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I can understand being a little pissed. I was one of those who bought the "Definitive" Star Wars Trilogy on laserdisc. Paid over $200 and now we find out it was NOT so definitive.
Those who don't understand why others are upset probably just don't have the "collector mentality". People paid a pretty penny for something unique. Now, it's not so unique.... and cheaper.
Those who don't understand why others are upset probably just don't have the "collector mentality". People paid a pretty penny for something unique. Now, it's not so unique.... and cheaper.
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I could understand if this came out at an $80 price point, but this is essentially the same price so all those that bought it before should be glad the set has held it's value. Assuming you are a fan, you aren't going to sell it, so that perceived "ebay value" shouldn't exist anyway.
At any rate, I'd have to point out that not everyone has $120 bones to drop on one set at the drop of a hat so a rerelease is a great chance for those that missed out. Isn't the point to draw in more fans of this great series anyway? Quitcherbitchin'.
At any rate, I'd have to point out that not everyone has $120 bones to drop on one set at the drop of a hat so a rerelease is a great chance for those that missed out. Isn't the point to draw in more fans of this great series anyway? Quitcherbitchin'.
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Originally Posted by mcfly
You already own it.. why get mad?
For the record, I own the original year book, and I really don't see how a rerelease hurts me. They released it, I bought it, they're releasing it again, so what?
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I loved the show when it was first aired, but when the DVD came out, I really couldn't justify spending $120 on it. I was actually thinking about purchasing the current set a few days ago, and was also regretting letting that opportunity to buy the yearbook edition slip away... So I'm glad with this news. My DVD purchasing habits have changed, and I'm more willing to plop down cash, but still... $120 is still a lot of money for a single season of a show.
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And the people that got the original release will always know they have the original. That in and of itself, for a collector and enthusiast, should be worth something. If this does end up getting released and I get it (which I suspect I will), I will be bothered by the fact that I don't have the original release.
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Originally Posted by kingtopher
So, I guess the question for those of us who weren't sure the first time around. Are those two extra discs worth all the extra bones?
At least in my opinion
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Originally Posted by kingtopher
So, I guess the question for those of us who weren't sure the first time around. Are those two extra discs worth all the extra bones?
That said, as much as I like it, I kind of wish I also had the regular version so I could fit it on the shelf with the rest of my box sets. There's no way you'll be able to store the yearbook in the same place as your other DVDs.
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For anyone who's interested...Entertainment Weekly's new magazine placed F&G as the 13th best show over the past 25 years (they term it a list of "The New Classic" television shows).
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Originally Posted by GizmoDVD
If this is true, I'll sell mine on eBay before word gets out and re-purchase it when its re-released. Then I will make sure not to support Shout Factory! in any way.
It's a wonder how some people sleep at night.
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Originally Posted by Peep
Really? You're pissed at Shout Factory so you're going to totally fuck over some other fan of the show. Nice!
It's a wonder how some people sleep at night.
It's a wonder how some people sleep at night.
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I've got my pre-order at Amazon, not sure if I'll actually buy it but I'm interested to see if any more info is released as far as how many are being printed and if the $120 price will stick now that at least 1 retailer has it.
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Originally Posted by Peep
Really? You're pissed at Shout Factory so you're going to totally fuck over some other fan of the show. Nice!
It's a wonder how some people sleep at night.
It's a wonder how some people sleep at night.
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Originally Posted by GizmoDVD
Correct. Just like everyone else does when an OOP DVD becomes announced with a new version but the OOP still has high value. They resell it on eBay quickly (to a fan!) for a high price and then buy the new release. Nothing new.
I don't mind taking the occasional mega-conglomerate for a bath. I don't screw over other movie and TV fans.
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Originally Posted by GizmoDVD
Correct. Just like everyone else does when an OOP DVD becomes announced with a new version but the OOP still has high value. They resell it on eBay quickly (to a fan!) for a high price and then buy the new release. Nothing new.
I don't get the negativity in this thread, if one is a fan of the show and already has this, why does one care if it is rereleased so other fans of the show can get it? Now, if this had something the earlier release didn't have, I'd be pissed if I'd bought the earlier release.
I, like others, missed out on this the first time and won't pay the prices to eBay hacks for it.
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Originally Posted by Peep
Not "everybody else". Just people who share the same "ethics" as yourself. Don't confuse yourself with the majority here, brother.
I don't mind taking the occasional mega-conglomerate for a bath. I don't screw over other movie and TV fans.
I don't mind taking the occasional mega-conglomerate for a bath. I don't screw over other movie and TV fans.
This has happened many, many times. I hardly think ethics really plays into this. Its rare and worth something. Its be re-released with more stuff (and in the case of other DVDs, better picture/sound). Why the hell would I wait for it to come out and then sell it? Why not sell it now when there is a demand for it? Its not my problem that others are not as up-to-date on DVD news as I am. Just as I don't feel bad for people that buy iPods 15days before a keynote. Or people that buy any type of electronics when a new one is around the corner.
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Over the weekend I decided to go back and watch some episodes again. I thought about the yearbook set and wondered what it was going for these days. Now I see this thread and can't really say I'm surprised they are re-releasing it. Still not sure if I will get it this time, but it might be tempting.
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Originally Posted by GizmoDVD
Clearly you don't read this forum that much. Many times when a new DVD is announced several people will go "Awesome! Just listed my OOP version on eBay with a BuyItNow of $xx.xx and it sold right away! Sweet!".
This has happened many, many times. I hardly think ethics really plays into this. Its rare and worth something. Its be re-released with more stuff (and in the case of other DVDs, better picture/sound). Why the hell would I wait for it to come out and then sell it? Why not sell it now when there is a demand for it? Its not my problem that others are not as up-to-date on DVD news as I am. Just as I don't feel bad for people that buy iPods 15days before a keynote. Or people that buy any type of electronics when a new one is around the corner.
This has happened many, many times. I hardly think ethics really plays into this. Its rare and worth something. Its be re-released with more stuff (and in the case of other DVDs, better picture/sound). Why the hell would I wait for it to come out and then sell it? Why not sell it now when there is a demand for it? Its not my problem that others are not as up-to-date on DVD news as I am. Just as I don't feel bad for people that buy iPods 15days before a keynote. Or people that buy any type of electronics when a new one is around the corner.
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Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
You said it yourself though, Its be re-released with more stuff (and in the case of other DVDs, better picture/sound). Upgrading happens all the time. This on the other hand appears to be the same exact set. So you aren't upgrading, you are just dicking over another fan of the show for a quick buck.
Since when did you all become Socialists? This mythical customer is not only willing to pay the price, but is in fact bidding on it! Knowledge is power...
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Originally Posted by Michael Corvin
You said it yourself though, Its be re-released with more stuff (and in the case of other DVDs, better picture/sound). Upgrading happens all the time. This on the other hand appears to be the same exact set. So you aren't upgrading, you are just dicking over another fan of the show for a quick buck.
Hell at this point its a rumor with a listing on Amazon and it may never even come out.