Fifth Element DVD versus Blu - Blu-ray Forum

Flipangle · 01-29-2010, 08:36 PM

I have already double-dipped on the Fifth Element. I bought the original DVD release and then bought the "ultimate" (or whatever it was called) version that had all the extras. The question is: Is there enough of a difference between the Blu version and the DVD version (which had awesome PQ) in terms of picture quality and sound quality to warrant a purchasing this movie a third time? Thanks!

aramis109 · 01-29-2010, 08:42 PM

Yes. Check out the review and screenshots.

kpkelley · 01-29-2010, 08:43 PM

If you'd like to decide for yourself on the image upgrade: German Comparison

Or here is a reviewer's opinion:

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The Superbit was good in its day – very good. So good that the announcement that Blu-ray was going to lead with that title a year ago was met with loud "Huzzahs!" in the belief that a high definition version could end the format war before it began. Alas -the rest, as they say, is history. It was not to be. Then, to the amazement of all of us in Fantasyland, Sony decided to re-master the title. And not only that, but are offering a free exchange program for us poor souls who leaped before testing the water. Was it worth the trouble? There are noticeable improvements in sharpness (apparent even in these low-res reproductions shot with a digital camera) and color: the reddish cast that marred the original BD is gone, and a more alive, more dynamic image results.

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EidolonAlpha · 01-29-2010, 08:44 PM

Dude theres a huge difference in both PQ & AQ between the dvd & Blu. Totally worth buying again in my opinion. One of the nicer looking blus and it has PCM & True HD audio tracks. So you can compare and see if you think they sound different.

Lucy Diamond · 01-29-2010, 08:47 PM

I too have many copies of the various formats.

Let me put it this way.

The difference is between saying "Wow this looks great...they did an amazing job" on the superbit dvd and just sitting there drooling like you've binged on smack for 6 days straight in front of the Blu-ray.

Seriously...bring a rag.

Tok · 01-29-2010, 08:53 PM

Here is my experience. I have the Superbit DVD and the remastered Blu. On a 1080p 100-in screen viewed from 9.5 feet, there is no contest between the Superbit DVD and the remastered Blu.

If you are watching on a small screen from a typical viewing distance then you may not need to upgrade. I think the Ultimate version you have used the SB DVD master.

ScarredLungs · 01-29-2010, 09:21 PM

It is a great upgrade if you enjoy the movie.

Flipangle · 01-29-2010, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucy Diamond

I too have many copies of the various formats.

Let me put it this way.

The difference is between saying "Wow this looks great...they did an amazing job" on the superbit dvd and just sitting there drooling like you've binged on smack for 6 days straight in front of the Blu-ray.

Seriously...bring a rag.

Thanks! I'll grab myself a copy and will bring a towel.

Snake Plissken · 01-29-2010, 10:41 PM

Considering it can be had at Walmart for around $13...it should pretty much be a staple in every collection.

PRESIDENT TINY LISTER!

Dirk504 · 01-29-2010, 10:51 PM

I'd definitely pick it up if I were you. I did and the PQ/AQ are amazing. It's one of my favorite Sci Fi movies and the Blu is 10x's better than the DVD. Wait until you see the close up of the president's face

Clark Kent · 01-29-2010, 10:53 PM

Fifth Element is one of the best Blu-rays, period. If you do not buy it you will have your membership revoked.

Snake Plissken · 01-29-2010, 10:57 PM

We need a Sapphire Edition where Chris Tucker is rendered mute.

Flipangle · 01-29-2010, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Snake Plissken

We need a Sapphire Edition where Chris Tucker is rendered mute.

LOL! I actually enjoyed his performance in the Fifth. He's more annoying in the Rush Hour films.

OrlandoEastwood · 01-29-2010, 11:38 PM

Best $10 I ever spent on a Blu-ray. The Fifth Element is amazing on Blu-ray.

progers13 · 01-29-2010, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flipangle

LOL! I actually enjoyed his performance in the Fifth. He's more annoying in the Rush Hour films.

Man, that's a toss up!

His constant shrieking in Fifth Element still gives me nightmares!

To the OP, yes this movie is a fabulous upgrade in all aspects (the re-mastered version) and very worthy of a purchase.

csdot · 01-29-2010, 11:52 PM

this was one of the first dvds i bought when i got a dvd player and it was one of the first blu-rays i bought when i got a blu ray player. it was well worth the upgrade, an awesome movie that was made for high definition.

progers13 · 01-29-2010, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csdot

this was one of the first dvds i bought when i got a dvd player and it was one of the first blu-rays i bought when i got a blu ray player. it was well worth the upgrade, an awesome movie that was made for high definition.

Same here!

tacomaprime · 01-30-2010, 01:17 AM

I did a review of it. Check it out here.

http://blurayrewind.blogspot.com/201...emastered.html

Flipangle · 01-30-2010, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by captclueless

I did a review of it. Check it out here.

http://blurayrewind.blogspot.com/201...emastered.html

Great review! Thanks! I'm definitely triple dipping on this one.

BladeRunner2007 · 01-30-2010, 01:29 AM

The remastered BD is absolutely fantastic. It was the very 1st BD I ever bought and I was very impressed with it. Definitely worth the triple dip!

01-29-2010, 08:36 PM	#1
Flipangle Member Member since:Dec 2009 Blu-ray collection:92 Trading Score:1	Fifth Element DVD versus Blu I have already double-dipped on the Fifth Element. I bought the original DVD release and then bought the "ultimate" (or whatever it was called) version that had all the extras. The question is: Is there enough of a difference between the Blu version and the DVD version (which had awesome PQ) in terms of picture quality and sound quality to warrant a purchasing this movie a third time? Thanks!

01-29-2010, 08:42 PM	#2
aramis109 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Milwaukee, WI Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:360 Trading Score:18	Yes. Check out the review and screenshots. Last edited by Deciazulado; 01-30-2010 at 01:23 AM.

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01-29-2010, 08:44 PM	#4
EidolonAlpha Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Everett, Wa	Dude theres a huge difference in both PQ & AQ between the dvd & Blu. Totally worth buying again in my opinion. One of the nicer looking blus and it has PCM & True HD audio tracks. So you can compare and see if you think they sound different.

01-29-2010, 08:47 PM	#5
Lucy Diamond Blu-ray Champion Top contributor Member since:Apr 2008 Location:The Tomb of Annihilation 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Digital collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:3	I too have many copies of the various formats. Let me put it this way. The difference is between saying "Wow this looks great...they did an amazing job" on the superbit dvd and just sitting there drooling like you've binged on smack for 6 days straight in front of the Blu-ray. Seriously...bring a rag.

01-29-2010, 08:53 PM	#6
Tok Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Oct 2007 4K collection:1009 Blu-ray collection:1821 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:5	Here is my experience. I have the Superbit DVD and the remastered Blu. On a 1080p 100-in screen viewed from 9.5 feet, there is no contest between the Superbit DVD and the remastered Blu. If you are watching on a small screen from a typical viewing distance then you may not need to upgrade. I think the Ultimate version you have used the SB DVD master.

01-29-2010, 09:21 PM	#7
ScarredLungs Blu-ray Champion Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Utah 4K collection:65 Blu-ray collection:1433 Prime collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:4	It is a great upgrade if you enjoy the movie.

01-29-2010, 10:41 PM	#9
Snake Plissken Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Arizona Blu-ray collection:598 Trading Score:12	Considering it can be had at Walmart for around $13...it should pretty much be a staple in every collection. PRESIDENT TINY LISTER!

01-29-2010, 10:51 PM	#10
Dirk504 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2008 Home Theater Gallery:25 4K collection:152 Blu-ray collection:367 Blu-ray reviews:4	I'd definitely pick it up if I were you. I did and the PQ/AQ are amazing. It's one of my favorite Sci Fi movies and the Blu is 10x's better than the DVD. Wait until you see the close up of the president's face

01-29-2010, 10:53 PM	#11
Clark Kent Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Metropolis Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:184	Fifth Element is one of the best Blu-rays, period. If you do not buy it you will have your membership revoked.

01-29-2010, 10:57 PM	#12
Snake Plissken Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Arizona Blu-ray collection:598 Trading Score:12	We need a Sapphire Edition where Chris Tucker is rendered mute.

01-29-2010, 11:38 PM	#14
OrlandoEastwood Blu-ray Champion Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:R-Point Blu-ray reviews:86 Trading Score:24	Best $10 I ever spent on a Blu-ray. The Fifth Element is amazing on Blu-ray.

01-29-2010, 11:52 PM	#16
csdot Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Interzone Blu-ray collection:927 DVD collection:93	this was one of the first dvds i bought when i got a dvd player and it was one of the first blu-rays i bought when i got a blu ray player. it was well worth the upgrade, an awesome movie that was made for high definition.

01-30-2010, 01:17 AM	#18
tacomaprime Senior Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:IL 4K collection:76 Blu-ray collection:137 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:11	I did a review of it. Check it out here. http://blurayrewind.blogspot.com/201...emastered.html

01-30-2010, 01:29 AM	#20
BladeRunner2007 Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Oct 2009 Location:Germany 4K collection:58 Blu-ray collection:1031 Blu-ray reviews:3	The remastered BD is absolutely fantastic. It was the very 1st BD I ever bought and I was very impressed with it. Definitely worth the triple dip!

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