Buy Imports or wait? - Blu-ray Forum

Lost Johnny · 03-05-2008, 11:53 PM

I see "The Island" is available in Europe for a very healthy price, about $60.00. Is i t a given that it will be available in US for less? I hate to wait any amount of time for Scalett Johansen in Blu. I understand Japan has certain titles we yanks are waiting for as well. I hate to pay too much and then have it come out for half as much next week.

LJB

mgonzo2u · 03-05-2008, 11:54 PM

Patience is always the best option.

The saying of, "Good things come to those who wait" is quite valid.

DC_Street · 03-05-2008, 11:55 PM

pick it up off of ebay, got mine for $20 shipped thanks to a $10 paypal gift certificate

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWN:IT&ih=010

JasonR · 03-05-2008, 11:56 PM

I think if you find it for a good price get it. I got Almost Famous for around 27 dollars from the U.K., who knows when it will be released here.

JasonR · 03-06-2008, 12:01 AM

Around $36.00 U.S. here, probably $40.00 shipped.

http://www.sendit.com/video/item/7001000133083

Clark Kent · 03-06-2008, 01:20 AM

Get the import because no one has any idea when Universal will release a BD version in the U.S.

DeeChizzle · 03-06-2008, 01:30 AM

With the lack of titles that are available in the US (titles that I would own) I have no problem buying imports. I have no complaints with any of the ones I own now.

DetroitSportsFan · 03-06-2008, 01:32 AM

I'm waiting.

It also helps that there's few imports that interest me.

nycomet · 03-06-2008, 04:56 AM

I have the UK pressing. Got it during a Buy 2 Get 1 free sale at Amazon UK. The PQ is superb. The audio is standard 5.1 Dolby. Still, this is a personal favorite film so it is definitely a great BD to own. If a US version ever comes with improved sound options I will upgrade.

"You want to go to the Island..."

Yes, I do indeed!

1878 · 03-06-2008, 05:08 AM

My Family live in the UK so I've got them on the lookout for Almost Famous and The Island. Hopefully I'll be receiving a parcel anytime now.

Bluray_ne1 · 03-06-2008, 05:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clark Kent

Get the import because no one has any idea when Universal will release a BD version in the U.S.

I agree, although, given the fact that it's a Michael Bay movie, he may make a push to get it done. But like Clark said, no one has any idea. I say, if you can find it on eBay, go for it. I have it and it is worth it.

JJ · 03-06-2008, 05:14 AM

I'm finally giving in and importing Transformers 86 and Days of Glory: Indigenes. It'll run me $70 - but I just have to have these movies.

Thanos417 · 03-06-2008, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lost Johnny

I see "The Island" is available in Europe for a very healthy price, about $60.00. Is i t a given that it will be available in US for less? I hate to wait any amount of time for Scalett Johansen in Blu. I understand Japan has certain titles we yanks are waiting for as well. I hate to pay too much and then have it come out for half as much next week.

LJB

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000RJEHK8/

$28.12 with shipping, not that bad for an import.

Zyclone · 03-06-2008, 09:11 AM

i have about 20 imports and there is many more im still interested in , it costs a bit more but i kinda like having movies no one else has yet

Grisle · 03-06-2008, 09:16 AM

I've got this movie on BD...it's awesome!

DR-SA10 · 03-06-2008, 09:30 AM

I live in the UK but import most of my films or games from the US, just got No country for old men & its still at the cinemas in the UK. Not only do i get stuff quicker its also usually cheaper.

Mrcheerful · 03-06-2008, 09:37 AM

I buy both, but I tend to import. The reason being that I get the movie a lot quicker. Some times 3-4 months before it has a UK release. Another good reason is the price, the UK prices can be abit too high sometimes. Lucky we have a few good online retailers that sell at good prices, and this can sometimes work out cheaper than importing. To me its a balance of how quick I want the movie and the price I am willing to pay. If the online UK retailer are cheaper I wait, if not I import.

AaronSCH · 03-06-2008, 12:28 PM

I import titles from the UK that have received generally good feedback and reviews from other members. The only purchases I have made are titles not likely to get a US release any time soon. My import list (all region-free):

Almost Famous
Bruce Almighty
Children of Men (Finland)
Cinderella Man
Company of Wolves
Face-Off
The Island
Lucky Number Slevin
Robbie Williams: Live at the Albert
Scary Movie 4
U-571
Welcome to the Jungle (original title) aka The Rundown (Here in the US)

Each of these titles look incredible on Blu-ray with the exception of "Company of Wolves." Unfortunately the image is extremely grainy and flat. However, it is still the best version of the film I have seen on any format. I also highly recommend ordering from Sendit.com. Fair prices, terrific service, courteous staff.

me-uk · 03-06-2008, 12:34 PM

importing in the way forward

I dont see a point in waiting if you can get it now and for a fair price (which it seems you can by the previous posts).

Blu Titan · 03-06-2008, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JasonR

I think if you find it for a good price get it. I got Almost Famous for around 27 dollars from the U.K., who knows when it will be released here.

Very good estimate. I just purchased this movie from Amazon UK. The price including shipping (in Euros) 18.38, and the actual price charged to my credit card was $36.53. A little pricy, but not too bad. I really want to see this movie again, and the DVD just will not do.

03-05-2008, 11:53 PM	#1
Lost Johnny Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:MN USA	Buy Imports or wait? I see "The Island" is available in Europe for a very healthy price, about $60.00. Is i t a given that it will be available in US for less? I hate to wait any amount of time for Scalett Johansen in Blu. I understand Japan has certain titles we yanks are waiting for as well. I hate to pay too much and then have it come out for half as much next week. LJB

03-06-2008, 12:28 PM	#18
AaronSCH Banned Member since:Sep 2007 Trading Score:1	I import titles from the UK that have received generally good feedback and reviews from other members. The only purchases I have made are titles not likely to get a US release any time soon. My import list (all region-free): Almost Famous Bruce Almighty Children of Men (Finland) Cinderella Man Company of Wolves Face-Off The Island Lucky Number Slevin Robbie Williams: Live at the Albert Scary Movie 4 U-571 Welcome to the Jungle (original title) aka The Rundown (Here in the US) Each of these titles look incredible on Blu-ray with the exception of "Company of Wolves." Unfortunately the image is extremely grainy and flat. However, it is still the best version of the film I have seen on any format. I also highly recommend ordering from Sendit.com. Fair prices, terrific service, courteous staff. Last edited by AaronSCH; 03-06-2008 at 12:35 PM.

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03-05-2008, 11:54 PM	#2
mgonzo2u Expert Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:O.C. KOOK FOR LIFE Blu-ray collection:112	Patience is always the best option. The saying of, "Good things come to those who wait" is quite valid.

03-05-2008, 11:55 PM	#3
DC_Street Power Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Denver, CO Blu-ray collection:142 Trading Score:43	pick it up off of ebay, got mine for $20 shipped thanks to a $10 paypal gift certificate http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWN:IT&ih=010

03-05-2008, 11:56 PM	#4
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	I think if you find it for a good price get it. I got Almost Famous for around 27 dollars from the U.K., who knows when it will be released here.

03-06-2008, 12:01 AM	#5
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	Around $36.00 U.S. here, probably $40.00 shipped. http://www.sendit.com/video/item/7001000133083

03-06-2008, 01:20 AM	#6
Clark Kent Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Metropolis Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:184	Get the import because no one has any idea when Universal will release a BD version in the U.S.

03-06-2008, 01:30 AM	#7
DeeChizzle Power Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:The Last Frontier Blu-ray collection:188 Blu-ray reviews:74 Trading Score:47	With the lack of titles that are available in the US (titles that I would own) I have no problem buying imports. I have no complaints with any of the ones I own now.

03-06-2008, 01:32 AM	#8
DetroitSportsFan Hot Deals Moderator Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Michigan 4K collection:439 Blu-ray collection:2226 Trading Score:93	I'm waiting. It also helps that there's few imports that interest me.

03-06-2008, 04:56 AM	#9
nycomet Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Long Island, NY, USA ; I enjoy watching 3D blu-rays; 41 Blufans steels so far Home Theater Gallery:11 Blu-ray collection:1344 DVD collection:55 Digital collection:246 Blu-ray reviews:40 Trading Score:343	I have the UK pressing. Got it during a Buy 2 Get 1 free sale at Amazon UK. The PQ is superb. The audio is standard 5.1 Dolby. Still, this is a personal favorite film so it is definitely a great BD to own. If a US version ever comes with improved sound options I will upgrade. "You want to go to the Island..." Yes, I do indeed!

03-06-2008, 05:08 AM	#10
1878 Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:British Columbia	My Family live in the UK so I've got them on the lookout for Almost Famous and The Island. Hopefully I'll be receiving a parcel anytime now.

03-06-2008, 05:14 AM	#12
JJ Blu-ray Count Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Miami, FL Home Theater Gallery:99 4K collection:619 Blu-ray collection:1293 DVD collection:31 Digital collection:5 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:203	I'm finally giving in and importing Transformers 86 and Days of Glory: Indigenes. It'll run me $70 - but I just have to have these movies.

03-06-2008, 09:11 AM	#14
Zyclone Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Somewhere over the rainbow Home Theater Gallery:3 Blu-ray collection:304	i have about 20 imports and there is many more im still interested in , it costs a bit more but i kinda like having movies no one else has yet

03-06-2008, 09:16 AM	#15
Grisle Power Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Northern California 4K collection:18 Blu-ray collection:18 Trading Score:12	I've got this movie on BD...it's awesome!

03-06-2008, 09:30 AM	#16
DR-SA10 Active Member Member since:May 2007 Location:England Blu-ray reviews: 1	I live in the UK but import most of my films or games from the US, just got No country for old men & its still at the cinemas in the UK. Not only do i get stuff quicker its also usually cheaper.

03-06-2008, 09:37 AM	#17
Mrcheerful Active Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Scotland. Blu-ray reviews:1	I buy both, but I tend to import. The reason being that I get the movie a lot quicker. Some times 3-4 months before it has a UK release. Another good reason is the price, the UK prices can be abit too high sometimes. Lucky we have a few good online retailers that sell at good prices, and this can sometimes work out cheaper than importing. To me its a balance of how quick I want the movie and the price I am willing to pay. If the online UK retailer are cheaper I wait, if not I import.

03-06-2008, 12:34 PM	#19
me-uk Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:United Kingdom	importing in the way forward I dont see a point in waiting if you can get it now and for a fair price (which it seems you can by the previous posts).

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