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Old 01-01-13 | 05:59 PM
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Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

Anyone bought this set and is it worth buying?

Wish it would drop below $100.


This collection includes all the iconic Universal monster movies that shaped the American horror genre; Dracula (1931), Frankenstein (1931), The Mummy (1932), The Invisible Man (1933), Bride of Frankenstein (1935), The Wolf Man (1941), Phantom of the Opera (1943), and Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954). For the first time ever each film is presented in digitally restored 1080p High-Definition picture and DTS-HD Master Audio. Each film’s native aspect ratio (Full Frame 1:33:1 for all films other than Black Lagoon which was shot in Widescreen 1:85:1) and original audio format (2.0 Mono) is preserved.

Although the original sound mix on all these movies was mono, the DTS-HD Master Audio on all the restorations are incredible. Gone are the hisses and pops present on previous releases. Clear, rich sound adds a whole new element of depth to these movies and brings a greater appreciation of the classic performances within them

Each movie is accompanied by a wealth of fantastic special features (although many of these features have been previously available on other releases). Some of the standout bonus features include a restored 3D version of Creature from the Black Lagoon (3D glasses not included), a Mummy commentary track that includes special effects wizard Rick Baker, a short but informative featurette about the restoration of Dracula, and the rarely seen Spanish language Dracula (which was filmed simultaneously with the English language version).

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Re: Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

What's wrong with this thread?

http://forum.dvdtalk.com/hd-talk/602...10-2-12-a.html

Short answer is yes, if you love these films.
Old 01-01-13 | 09:42 PM
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It's only flaw is that it doesn't have the PROPER Phantom of The Opera. The one it includes is a piece of shit compared to the amazing classic.
Old 01-01-13 | 09:49 PM
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Re: Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

Originally Posted by JeffTheAlpaca
Wish it would drop below $100.
£25.58 shipped at Amazon UK (might vary a bit based on your shipping)
Old 01-01-13 | 10:50 PM
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Re: Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

As I mentioned in the other thread, the US set is under $100 at Costco.
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Re: Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

I typed classic monsters in the search engine and that other thread did not come up.

Is it still below $100 at Costco since that price probably only existed during the first week of release.
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Re: Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

that's way too damn broad.

Universal Monsters would have brought up the proper thread. Yours actually took it's place on the 1st page. lol.
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Re: Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

Originally Posted by JeffTheAlpaca
Is it still below $100 at Costco since that price probably only existed during the first week of release.
I bought it in December, long after the release. I would imagine it's still the same price.
Old 01-11-13 | 12:07 AM
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Re: Universal Classic Monsters The Essential Collection Blu-ray box set

Other than the ugly ratings numbers on the art, I can vouch for the UK set. Region free (including the supplemental material) and much cheaper.

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