Bellflower (11/15/11) - Blu-ray Forum

rushmore309 · 11-17-2011, 05:50 AM

Bellflower Blu-ray

Bellflower Blu-ray Review

Didn't see a thread on this...so, I figured I would start one just to say:

This is my third favorite film of 2011, behind DRIVE and Take Shelter.

Seriously, it's that good. I had heard a little about this movie, but not enough to warrant seeking it out. However, after reading the blu-ray review, I decided to give it a go. Really glad I did...I was literally in awe from the opening frame to the last.

It was well acted, stylish, unique, haunting, and disturbing.

Still trying to wrap my mind around the last 10 minutes of the film. It's definitely one of those movies that will require multiple viewings.

With a film this unique...that shouldn't be a problem.

And, yes, MEDUSA is a bad ass car.

Great movie. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

jimmy86 · 11-17-2011, 06:05 AM

glad i picked this up at half priced books last weekend for $10.gotta love those 50% off coupons

Todd_Gaines · 11-25-2011, 02:42 PM

I saw this at WM last night. First time I had seen this. Noticed it was from same studio that released Rare Exports. The package was not a digipack like RE. I think I have to order it online to get that version. WM just had disc only version. This film looks right up my alley.

Deciazulado · 11-25-2011, 03:08 PM

Bellflower Blu-ray Review

ccfixx · 11-25-2011, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Todd_Gaines

I saw this at WM last night. First time I had seen this. Noticed it was from same studio that released Rare Exports. The package was not a digipack like RE. I think I have to order it online to get that version. WM just had disc only version. This film looks right up my alley.

Yeah, today was the first time that I've actually seen an Oscilloscope Films release that wasn't in a cardboard packaging... Best Buy was actually selling Rare Exports in a plastic blu-ray case. I've only ever seen the Oscillosope releases in the cardboard packaging so it was quite strange to see it that way. I imagine that the larger chain stores are going to carry them in a standard plastic case from now, whereas smaller independent chains like Newbury Comics up here in New England carry the original cardboard packaging, along with Barnes & Noble stores.

If you're not familiar with Oscilloscope Films definitely check out their website. Oscilloscope was started by Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys, and they have amassed a nice collection of documentaries and narrative films in their collection now.

Bellflower is a fantastic film debut that I was lucky enough to see in the theater, so I hope you find enjoyment in it.

Booker Dewitt · 11-26-2011, 03:02 AM

My copy from amazon came in a cardboard digipack. As for the movie, woo. Wouldn't say it's the best movie I've seen so far this year, but probably my favorite.

While I think the movie does mire itself too much in all matter of unpleasantness near the end of the second act(?), gotta give it credit for giving me such a strong and conflicted emotional reaction. Also, surprisingly funny.

MikeScott · 12-19-2011, 01:35 AM

I prefer the awesome cardboard packaging that the studio is known for.

Anyway, just watched the movie this weekend. Thought it was pretty badass. Almost like an independent companion piece to Fight Club. I loved it. Loved the style and look of the film. There's a lot to admire here. With his first feature film Evan Glodell has proved to be a filmmaker to watch. It's amazing what has been accomplished with such a small budget. The acting in the film is a little amateurish but I did find the leads (one of them being Glodell himself) to have a nice charm. I thought they worked really well together.

Highly recommend this!

9/10 (A-)

On a side note, I wish the studio would release Wendy & Lucy on Blu-ray. They weren't putting out Blu-rays at the time that came out.

Minimejer05 · 12-19-2011, 03:05 AM

Hoping to get this for Xmas. Saw the film in theaters and really enjoyed it.

28BlusLater · 12-19-2011, 03:06 AM

I rented this the day it came out. I'm very glad I checked this one out despite some mixed reviews. I thought it was an awesome film that kept me engrossed from the moment it started until the credits rolled. I don't think this is one I'd add to my collection, but definitely recommend others to check it out.

Michael Bay Fan · 12-19-2011, 03:20 AM

I saw this at Walmart a few weeks ago when it had a slip. Then last week i saw it again and no slip. and that's after i decided I wanted to get it. Everywhere this movie seems to be 20 dollars or more.

CoopFilm · 12-19-2011, 04:24 AM

So, there's a Blu-ray only edition of this as well as the Blu-ray/DVD edition that comes in the cardboard packaging?

rushmore309 · 02-05-2012, 03:17 AM

Just thought I would bump this one back up. I never hear anyone talk about this movie. It was one of my favorites from last year.

Trailer:

mikesncc1701 · 04-14-2012, 08:45 AM

What an ugly and chaotic film, but all the better for it. Who wants a movie with apocalyptic themes to be beautiful and well handled? With a film so heavily involved with the end of the world you can't expect a happy ending, but what Bellflower gives us is something more. Survival into the end of the world for these two, simply means the end of their way with mass society. The separation of these two from the rest of the world is a very distinct analogy for the apocalypse and the ultimate, fitting finale for the film. The ending is a glimpse into the torn human spirit of acceptance, love, trust, and ultimately, what one needs in order to be fulfilled in their own eyes, not in others which everyone seems to be obsessed with. This is one hell of a unique indie film and although it doesn't quite reach my top 5 of last year, still gets a high recommendation.

black coffee · 04-14-2012, 11:57 AM

Forgot about this movie. Thanks for the bump. I have it on my netflix queue, but it got buried. Maybe I'll make it a double feature of apocalyptic depression with The Divide~

HyperRealist · 11-14-2012, 08:30 AM

on sale for 48 hours fire sale
http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=208707

sb95060 · 01-02-2013, 10:38 PM

i saw the car at the maker faire a couple years ago and heard it was from an indie film. i only found the movie recently and watched it. it is definitely one of the better films i've seen in the past year.

btw, medusa is awesome in person...and fricken loud. the video does not do the volume justice.

CoopFilm · 01-02-2013, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sb95060

it is definitely one of the better films i've seen in the past year.

I don't think it gets as much credit as it deserves. It's one of my top 10 (or maybe 5) favorite films of the last decade or so.

octagon · 01-02-2013, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

I don't think it gets as much credit as it deserves. It's one of my top 10 (or maybe 5) favorite films of the last decade or so.

I've still only watched it once so I'm not 100% whether it's in the absolute top-tier with things like Downfall or The Lives of Others or if it's 'just' in the really, really good tier with things like Chronicle or Cloverfield or We Need to Talk About Kevin.

If I had to guess though I'd say it will pass subsequent viewings tests with flying colors.

Either way though, it's one of the better films from the past ten years or one of the best films from the past ten years.

rushmore309 · 01-03-2013, 12:30 AM

It always makes my day when I see this thread re-emerge.

Love this flick.

11-17-2011, 05:50 AM	#1
rushmore309 Active Member Member since:Sep 2010 Blu-ray collection:1169 Trading Score:1	Bellflower (11/15/11) Bellflower Blu-ray Bellflower Blu-ray Review Didn't see a thread on this...so, I figured I would start one just to say: This is my third favorite film of 2011, behind DRIVE and Take Shelter. Seriously, it's that good. I had heard a little about this movie, but not enough to warrant seeking it out. However, after reading the blu-ray review, I decided to give it a go. Really glad I did...I was literally in awe from the opening frame to the last. It was well acted, stylish, unique, haunting, and disturbing. Still trying to wrap my mind around the last 10 minutes of the film. It's definitely one of those movies that will require multiple viewings. With a film this unique...that shouldn't be a problem. And, yes, MEDUSA is a bad ass car. Great movie. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Last edited by rushmore309; 01-28-2012 at 08:03 PM.

12-19-2011, 03:06 AM	#9
28BlusLater Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2010 Home Theater Gallery:28 Blu-ray collection:313 PS3 collection:4 Blu-ray reviews:4 PS3 reviews:2	I rented this the day it came out. I'm very glad I checked this one out despite some mixed reviews. I thought it was an awesome film that kept me engrossed from the moment it started until the credits rolled. I don't think this is one I'd add to my collection, but definitely recommend others to check it out. 1080P TV: Samsung LN40A650 Fronts: MartinLogan Prefaces Center: MartinLogan Encore TF Surrounds: Definitive Technology ProMonitor 800s Subwoofer: SVS PB12-NSD Processor: Emotiva UMC-1 Amplifier: Emotiva XPA-5 Blu-Ray Player: Momitsu BDP-899 (Region Free) MonoPrice Banana Plugs Monster & Rocketfish HDMI Cables Emotiva Interconnects In-Wall 12 AWG Speaker Cables

12-19-2011, 03:20 AM	#10
Michael Bay Fan Blu-ray Prince Member since:Aug 2011 Location:(Currently Bangor, PA) But One Day Hopefully Hollywood, California Blu-ray collection:181 DVD collection:464 Trading Score:148	I saw this at Walmart a few weeks ago when it had a slip. Then last week i saw it again and no slip. and that's after i decided I wanted to get it. Everywhere this movie seems to be 20 dollars or more. My vast movie collection so far BR and Dvd My Blu rays for sale Thread "Sooner or later, I'll do something with my life. And make my mark. But until then, whatever I do is not a waste of time it's all building towards something"

04-14-2012, 08:45 AM	#13
mikesncc1701 Special Member Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Jacksonville, FL Home Theater Gallery:3 Blu-ray collection:440 DVD collection:621 PS3 collection:8 Blu-ray reviews:1	What an ugly and chaotic film, but all the better for it. Who wants a movie with apocalyptic themes to be beautiful and well handled? With a film so heavily involved with the end of the world you can't expect a happy ending, but what Bellflower gives us is something more. Survival into the end of the world for these two, simply means the end of their way with mass society. The separation of these two from the rest of the world is a very distinct analogy for the apocalypse and the ultimate, fitting finale for the film. The ending is a glimpse into the torn human spirit of acceptance, love, trust, and ultimately, what one needs in order to be fulfilled in their own eyes, not in others which everyone seems to be obsessed with. This is one hell of a unique indie film and although it doesn't quite reach my top 5 of last year, still gets a high recommendation. The Collection So Far... Equipment: RCA 39" LED 39B45RQ 1080P PS3 80 GB SONY 5.1 HOME THEATER SYSTEM STR-K660P DIGIX BLU-RAY PLAYER BD-500

11-14-2012, 08:30 AM	#15
HyperRealist Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Erie, PA Blu-ray collection:1743 PS3 collection:119 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:5	on sale for 48 hours fire sale http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=208707 My HD DVD Collection My Criterion Collection I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhäuser Gate.

11-17-2011, 06:05 AM	#2
jimmy86 Member Member since:Nov 2007	glad i picked this up at half priced books last weekend for $10.gotta love those 50% off coupons

11-25-2011, 02:42 PM	#3
Todd_Gaines Power Member Top contributor Member since:Jan 2011 Location:The AUG Blu-ray collection:442 DVD collection:9 PS3 collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:9	I saw this at WM last night. First time I had seen this. Noticed it was from same studio that released Rare Exports. The package was not a digipack like RE. I think I have to order it online to get that version. WM just had disc only version. This film looks right up my alley.

11-25-2011, 03:08 PM	#4
Deciazulado Site Manager Top contributor Member since:Aug 2006 Location:USiberia Home Theater Gallery:5 Blu-ray collection:2268 DVD collection:2328 PS3 collection:5	Bellflower Blu-ray Review

11-26-2011, 03:02 AM	#6
Booker Dewitt Active Member Member since:May 2011 Blu-ray collection:310 DVD collection:16 PS3 collection:45	My copy from amazon came in a cardboard digipack. As for the movie, woo. Wouldn't say it's the best movie I've seen so far this year, but probably my favorite. While I think the movie does mire itself too much in all matter of unpleasantness near the end of the second act(?), gotta give it credit for giving me such a strong and conflicted emotional reaction. Also, surprisingly funny.

12-19-2011, 01:35 AM	#7
MikeScott Power Member Member since:Jul 2010 Trading Score:14	I prefer the awesome cardboard packaging that the studio is known for. Anyway, just watched the movie this weekend. Thought it was pretty badass. Almost like an independent companion piece to Fight Club. I loved it. Loved the style and look of the film. There's a lot to admire here. With his first feature film Evan Glodell has proved to be a filmmaker to watch. It's amazing what has been accomplished with such a small budget. The acting in the film is a little amateurish but I did find the leads (one of them being Glodell himself) to have a nice charm. I thought they worked really well together. Highly recommend this! 9/10 (A-) On a side note, I wish the studio would release Wendy & Lucy on Blu-ray. They weren't putting out Blu-rays at the time that came out.

12-19-2011, 03:05 AM	#8
Minimejer05 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Minnesota Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:1195 PS3 collection:24 Blu-ray reviews:28 Hardware reviews:1 Trading Score:4	Hoping to get this for Xmas. Saw the film in theaters and really enjoyed it.

12-19-2011, 04:24 AM	#11
CoopFilm Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2011 Location:NJ Blu-ray collection:410 DVD collection:20	So, there's a Blu-ray only edition of this as well as the Blu-ray/DVD edition that comes in the cardboard packaging?

04-14-2012, 11:57 AM	#14
black coffee Active Member Member since:Aug 2011 Location:Firehouse, 2nd Floor Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:562 PS3 collection:13 Trading Score:27	Forgot about this movie. Thanks for the bump. I have it on my netflix queue, but it got buried. Maybe I'll make it a double feature of apocalyptic depression with The Divide~

01-03-2013, 12:30 AM	#19
rushmore309 Active Member Member since:Sep 2010 Blu-ray collection:1169 Trading Score:1	It always makes my day when I see this thread re-emerge. Love this flick.

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