The Wire and Deadwood Complete Series Sets
09-06-08, 11:36 AM
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oh, by the way, my opinon is the same for the wire's complete set and overall treatment by HBO.
09-06-08, 04:39 PM
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I'm curious what you mean by this. Are you saying that you think the show was mishandled in some way by HBO? Because I think The Wire is one instance where the network should be commended. It was never a very popular show, yet it was still given the freedom to complete its entire five season run, as intended. I guess I could see being disappointed with the apparent lack of new extras on the complete series set, but that doesn't really speak to the network's treatment of the show.
09-07-08, 03:40 PM
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"The Wire" is 5 seasons at $249.xx. Most stores will give atleast a 30% discount on the suggested price bring the set down to $175 and then divided by 5 seasons is $35 a season. Most new season sets are $35 or 40 on release day. "Grey's Anatomy," "Lost," "Law and Order" are all atleast $35.
09-07-08, 07:11 PM
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Listening to the audio commentary from the creator on the final episode is heartbreaking. You can tell he put his heart and soul into the project, and it was taken from him without his approval.
Regardless of how it ended, the show is brilliant from the pilot to the finale. For newcomers, don't let that be a factor in buying the seasons/box set. It simply must be watched to understand the greatness of it all.
Regardless of how it ended, the show is brilliant from the pilot to the finale. For newcomers, don't let that be a factor in buying the seasons/box set. It simply must be watched to understand the greatness of it all.
09-07-08, 07:16 PM
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I already have all of Deadwood on DVD. They look and sound great. I can't justify spending any money to upgrade, those sets were already awesome.
The only reason I really want to buy the not discussed in this thread, Sopranos boxed set, is because I read it's supposed to be digitally remastered, and I know the earlier seasons although looking ok, could use them. I can't see how something like Deadwood would benefit from this, and I'm sure it wasn't even in the cards since it doesn't need it.
The only reason I really want to buy the not discussed in this thread, Sopranos boxed set, is because I read it's supposed to be digitally remastered, and I know the earlier seasons although looking ok, could use them. I can't see how something like Deadwood would benefit from this, and I'm sure it wasn't even in the cards since it doesn't need it.
09-12-08, 10:35 AM
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On the other hand, if that link is correct and the set is 23 discs, that would allow room for bonus material (20 discs for the show, I guess 2 more discs for the soundtracks--both of which are great, btw--and another disc of supplements). I guess we'll find out shortly.
09-12-08, 10:41 AM
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I already have all of Deadwood on DVD. They look and sound great. I can't justify spending any money to upgrade, those sets were already awesome.
The only reason I really want to buy the not discussed in this thread, Sopranos boxed set, is because I read it's supposed to be digitally remastered, and I know the earlier seasons although looking ok, could use them. I can't see how something like Deadwood would benefit from this, and I'm sure it wasn't even in the cards since it doesn't need it.
The only reason I really want to buy the not discussed in this thread, Sopranos boxed set, is because I read it's supposed to be digitally remastered, and I know the earlier seasons although looking ok, could use them. I can't see how something like Deadwood would benefit from this, and I'm sure it wasn't even in the cards since it doesn't need it.
I agree about Deadwood's currently available releases, too. They are absolutely gorgeous, and done right the first time. If there is additional material, especially deleted scenes, then perhaps I'll "pony up". Otherwise, I'm happy with what I have.
09-12-08, 10:59 AM
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09-12-08, 01:31 PM
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HBO series are expensive. But they are worth it, too.
These are like the last hold-outs (along with BBC imports) for expensive TV DVDs. It seems like most other shows are 25-35 normal per season, with 15-20 sale pricing from time to time. Even Lost recently hit $20 a season.
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These are like the last hold-outs (along with BBC imports) for expensive TV DVDs. It seems like most other shows are 25-35 normal per season, with 15-20 sale pricing from time to time. Even Lost recently hit $20 a season.
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09-12-08, 06:52 PM
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I think they cut it down to four in the fourth season (even though it was 13 episodes, while second and third were 12) to make it cheaper so it would sell better. But, yeah, the first three are five discs, 2-3 episodes per disc.
09-13-08, 11:24 AM
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These actually are not that overpriced if you think about it. I mean lets look at the breakdowns.
"The Wire" is 5 seasons at $249.xx. Most stores will give atleast a 30% discount on the suggested price bring the set down to $175 and then divided by 5 seasons is $35 a season. Most new season sets are $35 or 40 on release day. "Grey's Anatomy," "Lost," "Law and Order" are all atleast $35.
"The Wire" is 5 seasons at $249.xx. Most stores will give atleast a 30% discount on the suggested price bring the set down to $175 and then divided by 5 seasons is $35 a season. Most new season sets are $35 or 40 on release day. "Grey's Anatomy," "Lost," "Law and Order" are all atleast $35.
Deadwood box lists for 180. minus your 30% is 126. divided by three seasons is 42 a season. Hardly a bargain for 12 epsidoes.
09-15-08, 03:46 PM
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12-07-08, 02:10 PM
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bump, anyone know how that bonus disc is? Lowest price thus far is either best buy or amazon that have deadwood for 104.99, and i think the wire is 129.99 for the set.
12-08-08, 12:41 PM
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I saw what the set looked like when we got our copies at work. It takes up MUCH less space than the five individual seasons.
12-08-08, 02:19 PM
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I would be willing to pay $70 for the Deadwood collection. Norammly I wouldn't pay more than $20 a season for any TV on DVD - and I've passed on it at $20 per. I'm willing to pay the extra $10 for the bonus discs.
12-08-08, 02:28 PM
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Milch on endings
The cast/crew at the Paley Center
Set visit
History of the real Deadwood
Audition footage