MovieStop/.com Thread

[dantheman89]

Originally Posted by ev768

They don't need to scan it.

When checking for TIV for 10 or more blus, it would be easier for them to scan the titles instead of checking for them in the system. Especially since there are different versions (single disc, combo pack) in their system. Also, virtually no store will take trade-in values over the phone. You must go to the store first.

[ev768]

Originally Posted by dantheman89

When checking for TIV for 10 or more blus, it would be easier for them to scan the titles instead of checking for them in the system. Especially since there are different versions (single disc, combo pack) in their system. Also, virtually no store will take trade-in values over the phone. You must go to the store first.

I've called many stores and have been told whether a title qualifies or not.

[reelgeek]

Originally Posted by ev768

I've called many stores and have been told whether a title qualifies or not.

My store is kind of funny. I've been told that they cannot help in ANY WAY over the phone. So, in order to get questions answered, I have to make the hour trip.

[dantheman89]

Originally Posted by ev768

I've called many stores and have been told whether a title qualifies or not.

Then you're lucky because the stores in your area probably had a nice manager or cashier who didn't know any better. If you only ask for say, 3 titles or less, yeah, they might oblige. AFAIK, the policy is not to give trade-in values over the phone. The point is to drive customers to the store with their own blu-rays so that they can determine what qualifies or doesn't. Keep in mind, that you live in just 1 state, and that most, if not all other store locations will not be as lenient as the stores in your local area.

[ev768]

Originally Posted by dantheman89

Then you're lucky because the stores in your area probably had a nice manager or cashier who didn't know any better. If you only ask for say, 3 titles or less, yeah, they might oblige. AFAIK, the policy is not to give trade-in values over the phone. The point is to drive customers to the store with their own blu-rays so that they can determine what qualifies or doesn't. Keep in mind, that you live in just 1 state, and that most, if not all other store locations will not be as lenient as the stores in your local area.

Well yeah, I only ask for 3 or 4 titles. That's why I told him to call multiple stores. I'm sorry that the stores in your area don't do this, but there are at least 4 or 5 that I know that do. There's no harm in him trying, right?

[dantheman89]

Originally Posted by ev768

Well yeah, I only ask for 3 or 4 titles. That's why I told him to call multiple stores. I'm sorry that the stores in your area don't do this, but there are at least 4 or 5 that I know that do. There's no harm in him trying, right?

No harm indeed. I just don't like the inconsistency on their part, much like the recent issues with BBY's U&S+MF coupon.

[ev768]

Originally Posted by dantheman89

No harm indeed. I just don't like the inconsistency on their part, much like the recent issues with BBY's U&S+MF coupon.

Yeah, I can understand that. And are you saying that people have been declined using U&S with MF coupons? I haven't tried, but that seems ridiculous since they get the money back.

[dantheman89]

Originally Posted by ev768

Yeah, I can understand that. And are you saying that people have been declined using U&S with MF coupons? I haven't tried, but that seems ridiculous since they get the money back.

Yeah, it seems to be a 50/50 split over in the U&S thread. Some can't get their store to budge because they think it's considered "double-dipping," while others have much smoother transactions because Best Buy actually follows their policy. Like you said, they get reimbursed afterwards regardless. Some mangers are just too thick-headed to realize this. Very YMMV, even though it shouldn't be.

[arsenal_fan]

Does Silver Linings Playbook still trade in for $14? I'm thinking of trading it in?

[dantheman89]

Originally Posted by arsenal_fan

Does Silver Linings Playbook still trade in for $14? I'm thinking of trading it in?

Yes, it's still $14. I just called my local Moviestop to confirm. I believe it's still $3 for the DVD disc alone if you want to keep the blu-ray.

[arsenal_fan]

Originally Posted by dantheman89

Yes, it's still $14. I just called my local Moviestop to confirm. I believe it's still $3 for the DVD disc alone if you want to keep the blu-ray.

Cool. Thanks man. I watched the special features and they weren't too special. An iTunes digital copy will suffice. Same for Django but I guess that will have dropped by now

[dantheman89]

Originally Posted by arsenal_fan

Cool. Thanks man. I watched the special features and they weren't too special. An iTunes digital copy will suffice. Same for Django but I guess that will have dropped by now

Yeah, I wasn't too impressed with the special features either. Keeping the DC copy and trading the blu-ray in while it's still "hot" is a brilliant idea because you'll get to watch the movie whenever you want, and you get back $14 in store credit that you can use for a possible new release. You definitely chose the right movie, because at this rate, SLP is bound to be $9.99 or less come BF season.

[DrAndonuts]

Hey Kira, any word on whether there'll be some sort of promo/BLAP for the Miyazaki movies coming out next week?

[Red's got the Blu's]

Originally Posted by dantheman89

Yeah, I wasn't too impressed with the special features either. Keeping the DC copy and trading the blu-ray in while it's still "hot" is a brilliant idea because you'll get to watch the movie whenever you want, and you get back $14 in store credit that you can use for a possible new release. You definitely chose the right movie, because at this rate, SLP is bound to be $9.99 or less come BF season.

I trade in most every new release while the trade in value is high and the handful of movies that I think are worth owning I'll rebuy for $6 or less with-in 18 months of their release date.


Went a dozen or so miles out of the way today to check out a Moviestop I'd never been in before. Was quite happy to find this.

[K i r a]

Originally Posted by DrAndonuts

Hey Kira, any word on whether there'll be some sort of promo/BLAP for the Miyazaki movies coming out next week?

Waiting to see Best Buy's ad leak. If not, will post on Friday the final BLAP.

[walruswarrior]

Originally Posted by K i r a

Waiting to see Best Buy's ad leak. If not, will post on Friday the final BLAP.

I have the same question for Vegas Vacation. I was pleasantly surprised that Shanghai Noon/Knights had a reserve price. Hoping for the same with this.

[K i r a]

Originally Posted by walruswarrior

I have the same question for Vegas Vacation. I was pleasantly surprised that Shanghai Noon/Knights had a reserve price. Hoping for the same with this.

Saw BB's ad, and all of these titles were not advertised. Will report Friday with final BLAP.

I've been surprised that a lot of catalog and Criterions have had BLAP for the past few weeks.

[arsenal_fan]

Any word on a memorial day sale? Got a text for a B3G1 sale through the weekend.

[K i r a]

BLAP Prices Week of 5/21:

The Last Stand:
DVD- $13.87
BD/DC/UV DC- $14.87

Beautiful Creatures:
DVD- $14.87
BD/DVD/UV DC- $22.87

Side Effects:
DVD- $16.87
BD/DVD/DC/UV DC- $22.87

Parker:
DVD- $14.87
BD- $19.87

Stand Up Guys:
DVD- $12.87
BD- $16.87

True Blood - Season Five:
DVD- $29.87
BD/DVD/DC- $34.87*

* Trade in the DVD disc pack from this combo for a $5 credit off your purchase!

My Neighbor Totoro:
BD/DVD- $27.87

Howl's Moving Castle:
BD/DVD- $27.87

ABCs of Death:
DVD- $16.87
BD- $21.87
BD/DVD- $23.87

Cool Air:
DVD- $17.87

Dark Circles (After Dark):
DVD- $17.87

LEGO Batman - The Movie:
DVD- $9.87
BD- $13.87

Medium Cool (Criterion):
DVD- $19.87
BD- $27.87

Once Upon a Time in Brooklyn:
DVD- $16.87

Perception - Season One:
DVD- $21.87*

*Save $10 off this price with coupon found here.

Teen Wolf - Season Two:
DVD- $20.87




I started to type out the BLAP prices before I realized I already did them, minus the additional ones. Ah, well. Double BLAPs; this one complete.

[Scaredyett]

Hi These movies qualified for the T2G1 deal today:
I used my directors club card with the trades.

Bad Teacher (blu/dvd)
Jeff who lives at home
America in Primetime: PBS
2 Fast 2 Furious (2013 release)
Fast & The Furious:Tokyo Drift (2013 release)
Pirates Band of misfits (Blu/dvd)
Jack and Jill (Blu/Dvd)
Fast & Furious (2013 release)
Woman in Black
Yelling to the sky
Casa De Mi Padre
Disney's Treasure Buddies
Scream 4 (Blockbuster rental)
Extremely loud and Incredibly Close
Zombieland
Twilight: Eclipse
Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 1
Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 2
Harry Potter: Deathly Hallows part 2 (3 Disc)
Magic Mike
Marley and Me
Insidious
Batman Dark Knight
Won't Back Down
A Christmas Story 2
rock of ages (single disc)
Paranormal Activity (3 disc set)
Cosmopolis
Little White Lies
Disney's Santa Pups 2
Chernobyl Diaries
Dreamhouse
Abduction
The Muppets
Contraband
The Ides of march
Safety not guaranteed
The vow
Horrible Bosses (Single)
The Words
Sparkle