Grave of the Fireflies (2012?) - Blu-ray Forum

MJW · 07-29-2012, 10:19 PM

Grave of the Fireflies Blu-ray Review

The Ghibli Blog and ToonZone.net reported today that Sentai Filmworks has acquired the rights to release Studio Ghibli's 1988 film Grave of the Fireflies on Blu-ray in North America!

Release date: 11/20/12

Sentai Filmworks previously acquired the DVD rights to the film and released a new DVD edition (shown above) on 3/6/12. The previous DVD edition by Central Park Media had long been out of print in North America.

I'll keep an eye out for new information and update this thread as soon as I hear anything else!

TJS_Blu · 07-29-2012, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by MJW

I'll keep an eye out for new information and update this thread as soon as I hear anything else!

Great news. Please do keep us updated. I'd pretty much decided to pop for the UK release.

SueWahoo · 07-29-2012, 10:28 PM

I look forward to getting my heart torn out and sobbing hysterically.

MifuneFan · 07-29-2012, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SueWahoo

I look forward to getting my heart torn out and sobbing hysterically.

In HD!

James78 · 07-29-2012, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SueWahoo

I look forward to getting my heart torn out and sobbing hysterically.

I haven't seen this film but several members have said it is the saddest film they have ever seen. I've put it on my rental list, but how often would one want to watch a film about starving wartime orphans? I'm sure it's brilliant, but I'm rather dreading watching it!

SueWahoo · 07-29-2012, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by James78

I haven't seen this film but several members have said it is the saddest film they have ever seen. I've put it on my rental list, but how often would one want to watch a film about starving wartime orphans? I'm sure it's brilliant, but I'm rather dreading watching it!

I know, but I think you should. The movie is excellent, but watch it with a dish rag next to you. I sent a copy to my sister and I told her: Listen, it's a great movie but I'm warning you about the ending. Months later, I was talking to her and I said, oh hey, how was that mooo <--that's all I got out when she suddenly spun around, stuck her finger in my face and said: Don't you EVER do that to me again! I replied, but it was an excellent movie! She said, yes it was, but that ending ripped me to shreds.

I will watch it again (in HD! thanks, Mifune) and cry beautiful, HD tears upon my dish rag.

Dragun · 07-30-2012, 05:47 AM

You'll be in tears at the end, but Grave of the Fireflies is a must-see. If there is one movie that demonstrates how powerful movies can be, this is it.

Canada · 07-30-2012, 05:50 AM

Great news.

beatnikslacker · 07-30-2012, 06:01 AM

Pretty excited to see this getting a US blu ray release. and we dont a have to wait years for it!

OrlandoEastwood · 07-30-2012, 07:35 AM

Whichever comes first, the UK Region B locked release or the US release, gets my money.

critterdvd · 07-30-2012, 03:24 PM

Ah man, I bought this last weekend from Amazon thinking a Blu was light-years away...

Daikichi Kawachi (河地大吉) · 07-31-2012, 07:06 PM

I hope they don't rush it out for an arbitrary date later this year. They should take all the time they need on this masterpiece and release the definitive home video release.

MJW · 07-31-2012, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain America

I hope they don't rush it out for an arbitrary date later this year. They should take all the time they need on this masterpiece and release the definitive home video release.

Rumors are pointing to November, but I don't think anything has been confirmed yet.

K i r a · 08-01-2012, 03:41 AM

Definitely will buy Day One. Haven't seen it yet, but think this should be the version to watch!

Trogdor2010 · 08-01-2012, 03:47 AM

That is wonderful to hear that this is coming out in HD. It's surprising that a children's film was so politically incorrect and unfiltired even at it's time.

supercutz · 08-02-2012, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Trogdor2010

That is wonderful to hear that this is coming out in HD. It's surprising that a children's film was so politically incorrect and unfiltired even at it's time.

I don't think this movie was made and marketed as a children's film in Japan or the states.

eapleitez · 08-02-2012, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by supercutz

I don't think this movie was made and marketed as a children's film in Japan or the states.

I agree. Not something I would show a child that couldn't handle some pretty strong themes, and a couple startling images.

Just because it's animation doesn't make it a kids' movie.

MOONPHASE · 08-02-2012, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by eapleitez

I agree. Not something I would show a child that couldn't handle some pretty strong themes, and a couple startling images.

Just because it's animation doesn't make it a kids' movie.

Which is probably why Disney USA never wanted any part of this movie. Even Princess Mononoke was very iffy with them.

jetthead · 08-02-2012, 02:04 AM

I watched this film once and that was enough for me. It's an incredible movie but I have no desire to put myself through that emotional wringer again.

mlisette23 · 08-02-2012, 02:28 AM

I'm excited to finally watch Grave of the Fireflies, but I'm not excited to have my heart torn open like I've been warned about. Either way, this will be a day one purchase for me.

07-29-2012, 10:19 PM	#1
MJW Power Member Member since:Nov 2010 Location:USA Home Theater Gallery:7 Blu-ray collection:197 DVD collection:17 PS3 collection:6 Blu-ray reviews:1	Grave of the Fireflies (11/20/12) Grave of the Fireflies Blu-ray Review The Ghibli Blog and ToonZone.net reported today that Sentai Filmworks has acquired the rights to release Studio Ghibli's 1988 film Grave of the Fireflies on Blu-ray in North America! Release date: 11/20/12 Sentai Filmworks previously acquired the DVD rights to the film and released a new DVD edition (shown above) on 3/6/12. The previous DVD edition by Central Park Media had long been out of print in North America. I'll keep an eye out for new information and update this thread as soon as I hear anything else! Visit my blog Ghibli Guide or follow me on Twitter for the latest Studio Ghibli news! Last edited by JMK; 11-28-2012 at 06:46 PM.

07-30-2012, 05:50 AM	#8
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07-30-2012, 06:01 AM	#9
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07-30-2012, 07:35 AM	#10
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08-01-2012, 03:47 AM	#15
Trogdor2010 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2009 Home Theater Gallery:51 Blu-ray collection:229 PS3 collection:44	That is wonderful to hear that this is coming out in HD. It's surprising that a children's film was so politically incorrect and unfiltired even at it's time. Projector:Infocus X10 1080p DLP projector & DIY anamorphic lens TV:Samsung DLP 1080p TV HL-T5676S Receiver: Yamaha HTR-5640 AV receiver HTPC/gaming rig Add me on Steam: rctyke (trogdor2010)

07-29-2012, 10:28 PM	#3
SueWahoo Junior Member Member since:Jan 2011 Location:Connectidots Blu-ray collection:319	I look forward to getting my heart torn out and sobbing hysterically.

07-30-2012, 05:47 AM	#7
Dragun Active Member Member since:May 2010 Blu-ray collection:133	You'll be in tears at the end, but Grave of the Fireflies is a must-see. If there is one movie that demonstrates how powerful movies can be, this is it.

07-30-2012, 03:24 PM	#11
critterdvd Expert Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Windy Valley, CA Blu-ray collection:234 DVD collection:500 Blu-ray reviews:1	Ah man, I bought this last weekend from Amazon thinking a Blu was light-years away...

07-31-2012, 07:06 PM	#12
Daikichi Kawachi (河地大吉) Special Member Member since:Jan 2011 Location:Tampa, FL Blu-ray collection:596 DVD collection:47 Trading Score:11	I hope they don't rush it out for an arbitrary date later this year. They should take all the time they need on this masterpiece and release the definitive home video release.

08-01-2012, 03:41 AM	#14
K i r a Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Florida Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray collection:93 DVD collection:9 Blu-ray reviews:82 Trading Score:15	Definitely will buy Day One. Haven't seen it yet, but think this should be the version to watch!

08-02-2012, 02:04 AM	#19
jetthead Expert Member Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Ohio Blu-ray collection:1009 DVD collection:484 PS3 collection:9 Trading Score:9	I watched this film once and that was enough for me. It's an incredible movie but I have no desire to put myself through that emotional wringer again. *LG Super Blu BH200* *SteelBooks™:* 102

08-02-2012, 02:28 AM	#20
mlisette23 Senior Member Member since:Oct 2009 Blu-ray collection:263 DVD collection:33 PS3 collection:31	I'm excited to finally watch Grave of the Fireflies, but I'm not excited to have my heart torn open like I've been warned about. Either way, this will be a day one purchase for me.

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