The Island (1980) - Blu-ray Forum

Omen2002 · 08-20-2012, 07:55 PM

The Island Blu-ray PRE-ORDER

Release Date: December 11, 2012

From their Facebook page:

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Originally Posted by Scream Factory

Peter Benchley's swashbuckling THE ISLAND (1980) starring Michael Caine is coming soon! Here's an exclusive first look at the official DVD & Blu-ray combo pack design which incorporates the original theatrical key art.

Keep checking back here within the next few weeks for an update on street date and preorder links.

PowellPressburger · 08-20-2012, 07:56 PM

Nice have they verified if they are doing a Slipcover? Nice cover none the less. I want this on BLU!

Omen2002 · 08-20-2012, 08:39 PM

I haven't seen anything yet in regards to a slipcover. I know Cliff said not all titles would have them. So maybe this will be one of those that do not.

cmac · 08-20-2012, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Omen2002

I haven't seen anything yet in regards to a slipcover. I know Cliff said not all titles would have them. So maybe this will be one of those that do not.

No slip

Omen2002 · 08-20-2012, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by cmac

No slip

Kinda figured this one wouldn't. Thanks for the confirmation though.

Curious to hear if there's some extras though but I imagine it'll be a bit until we find out.

PowellPressburger · 08-20-2012, 08:59 PM

I won't complain about no slip since this was a title I wanted on BKU and would refuse to watch it on DVD. Day one purchase

Brett C · 08-20-2012, 09:02 PM

The cover art looks good!

cmac · 08-20-2012, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Omen2002

Kinda figured this one wouldn't. Thanks for the confirmation though.

Curious to hear if there's some extras though but I imagine it'll be a bit until we find out.

The big problem is most of the people involved have passed away including the director and just recently, one of the producers.

Disallowed · 08-20-2012, 09:06 PM

I can't wait.

Wonder why they want the Halloween films released separately on DVD and Blu but will let The Island be part of a combo pack?

blufellas · 08-20-2012, 09:29 PM

I can't wait! day one for me

critterdvd · 08-20-2012, 09:55 PM

I've honestly never heard of this movie before, but after a quick google search and how much I really love the other titles in the Scream Factory line, this will be a rare blind-buy for me!

NoirFan · 08-20-2012, 10:34 PM

Is this part of the Scream line, or a regular Shout release? I'm not really familiar with the film, but isn't it an action/adventure film without any horror elements?

Omen2002 · 08-20-2012, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by cmac

The big problem is most of the people involved have passed away including the director and just recently, one of the producers.

Good point. I hadn't realized so many had passed away until you said that and I took a look at the IMDB page. It'll still be nice to see this on Blu-Ray.

*EDIT: Was just thinking... since there's some that like and/or require subtitles, maybe English subs could be included since it sounds like there may not be much else as far as extras. Just food for thought.

cb1 · 08-21-2012, 12:53 AM

awesome, I've been waiting for that movie. I just picked up the book at a used book shop.

Monroville · 08-21-2012, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by critterdvd

I've honestly never heard of this movie before, but after a quick google search and how much I really love the other titles in the Scream Factory line, this will be a rare blind-buy for me!

I think you might like it. I personally love it. There are a few moments where you have to fill in stuff that isn't explained or shown (like just how far they "condition" Michael Caine's son) but otherwise you can't really believe what you're seeing but could still see it happening (especially in the late 1970's to early 1980's). Caine's relation to Col. Meynard (the man who hunted down and killed Blackbeard) REALLY pays off in the end (can't wait to see that part in 1080p!).

Cmac: I have to say thanks again for helping to get THE ISLAND on blu-ray as opposed to a DVD only release. Thanks also for using the original movie poster artwork.

On one last note (just for sh*ts and giggles), you may consider giving Mr. Caine a call if for no other reason than just to record the phone call and include it on the blu-ray (if he decides not to talk about it)... I can only imagine what colorful things he might have to say.

cmac · 08-21-2012, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Monroville

I think you might like it. I personally love it. There are a few moments where you have to fill in stuff that isn't explained or shown (like just how far they "condition" Michael Caine's son) but otherwise you can't really believe what you're seeing but could still see it happening (especially in the late 1970's to early 1980's). Caine's relation to Col. Meynard (the man who hunted down and killed Blackbeard) REALLY pays off in the end (can't wait to see that part in 1080p!).

Cmac: I have to say thanks again for helping to get THE ISLAND on blu-ray as opposed to a DVD only release. Thanks also for using the original movie poster artwork.

On one last note (just for sh*ts and giggles), you may consider giving Mr. Caine a call if for no other reason than just to record the phone call and include it on the blu-ray (if he decides not to talk about it)... I can only imagine what colorful things he might have to say.

I didn't want to use that art

The International art is better.

GxyExpress999 · 08-21-2012, 03:18 AM

No slipcover

[Show spoiler]

bgart13 · 08-21-2012, 04:37 AM

Is the dvd going to just be one of the MOD discs tossed in...?

slimdude · 08-21-2012, 04:53 AM

Slipcover or no slipcover, I'm buying it! Slipcovers doesn't make blu-ray movies any better or worse. If it doesn't come with a slipcover, so what! To open the blu-ray, you'll have to take the slipcover off anyway.

Monroville · 08-21-2012, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by cmac

I didn't want to use that art

The International art is better.

Hmm... I didn't know there was different artwork. Do you have any links or pics you could post (nothing big, but at least something to check out)?

08-20-2012, 07:56 PM	#2
PowellPressburger Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Mpls, MN Blu-ray collection:658 DVD collection:243 Blu-ray reviews: 50 Trading Score:1	Nice have they verified if they are doing a Slipcover? Nice cover none the less. I want this on BLU! Stop the Replacing of original Studio Opening / Closing logos! These are becoming endangered and should be kept intact. They are part of film history. Panasonic Viera 50" TH-50PZ80U Pioneer Elite SC-65 LG BD550 Region Free Sony PS3 JackDVD78@gmail.com Seller Thread http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=218680 Last edited by PowellPressburger; 08-20-2012 at 08:08 PM.

08-20-2012, 08:59 PM	#6
PowellPressburger Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Mpls, MN Blu-ray collection:658 DVD collection:243 Blu-ray reviews: 50 Trading Score:1	I won't complain about no slip since this was a title I wanted on BKU and would refuse to watch it on DVD. Day one purchase Stop the Replacing of original Studio Opening / Closing logos! These are becoming endangered and should be kept intact. They are part of film history. Panasonic Viera 50" TH-50PZ80U Pioneer Elite SC-65 LG BD550 Region Free Sony PS3 JackDVD78@gmail.com Seller Thread http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=218680

08-20-2012, 09:29 PM	#10
blufellas Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2010 Location:Tujunga, CA Blu-ray collection:1084 DVD collection:6	I can't wait! day one for me Some of my favorite Villians: Darth Vader - Mr. Blonde - Anton Chigurh - Don Logan Tommy DeVito - Col. Hans Landa - Stuntman Mike Michael Myers - Angel Eyes - Brick Top - Bane Little Ze - Angel Eyes - Bobba Fett - John Doe

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08-20-2012, 08:39 PM	#3
Omen2002 Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Dec 2010 Location:PA Blu-ray collection:272 DVD collection:701	I haven't seen anything yet in regards to a slipcover. I know Cliff said not all titles would have them. So maybe this will be one of those that do not.

08-20-2012, 09:02 PM	#7
Brett C Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2008 Location:In the Home Theater Home Theater Gallery:20 Blu-ray collection:1254 DVD collection:677 Blu-ray reviews:13	The cover art looks good!

08-20-2012, 09:06 PM	#9
Disallowed Junior Member Member since:Dec 2011	I can't wait. Wonder why they want the Halloween films released separately on DVD and Blu but will let The Island be part of a combo pack?

08-20-2012, 09:55 PM	#11
critterdvd Expert Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Windy Valley, CA Blu-ray collection:234 DVD collection:500 Blu-ray reviews:1	I've honestly never heard of this movie before, but after a quick google search and how much I really love the other titles in the Scream Factory line, this will be a rare blind-buy for me!

08-20-2012, 10:34 PM	#12
NoirFan Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Aug 2009 Blu-ray collection:679 Trading Score:7	Is this part of the Scream line, or a regular Shout release? I'm not really familiar with the film, but isn't it an action/adventure film without any horror elements?

08-21-2012, 12:53 AM	#14
cb1 Member Member since:Sep 2011 Blu-ray collection:53 DVD collection:2 Blu-ray reviews:1	awesome, I've been waiting for that movie. I just picked up the book at a used book shop.

08-21-2012, 03:18 AM	#17
GxyExpress999 Power Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:US of A Home Theater Gallery:7	No slipcover [Show spoiler]

08-21-2012, 04:37 AM	#18
bgart13 Senior Member Member since:Aug 2010 Blu-ray collection:36 DVD collection:1 Trading Score:2	Is the dvd going to just be one of the MOD discs tossed in...?

08-21-2012, 04:53 AM	#19
slimdude Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2009 Blu-ray collection:706 Blu-ray reviews:7	Slipcover or no slipcover, I'm buying it! Slipcovers doesn't make blu-ray movies any better or worse. If it doesn't come with a slipcover, so what! To open the blu-ray, you'll have to take the slipcover off anyway.